Why Middle-Class Money Advice Is Flawed | Jeff Farrer - Part 1 of 3

#313 Is your paycheck secretly keeping you from living the life you want? In this powerful first episode of a three-part series hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Jeff Farrer shares his incredible journey from a successful academic career to becoming an entrepreneur. Jeff opens up about the moment he realized his high-paying job was draining his creative energy and preventing him from living the life he truly wanted. He explains how he and his wife took a leap of faith, navigated the challenges of financial insecurity, and ultimately built a path toward true financial freedom. If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to pursue your dream or if you should stick it out in a "safe" career, Jeff’s story will inspire you to rethink your approach to money, work, and life. Tune in to discover how financial independence starts long before you hit millionaire status — and how to reclaim your creative energy along the way! What we discuss with Jeff: + The hidden cost of a paycheck + Why creative energy matters + Financial freedom vs. financial independence + The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur + Overcoming fear of leaving a secure job + How Jeff’s wife supported the transition + The importance of building a financial runway + Why middle-class money advice is flawed + How to create long-term financial security + Reclaiming your ability to dream big Thank you, Jeff! Follow Jeff on Instagram. Watch the video podcast of this episode! And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices