The mindset of billionaires with THE Money Smart Guy; Matt Sapaula

Episode: 76 Matt Sapaula Join David Pere (The Military Millionaire Podcast) with Matt Sapaula (People Helping People Agency) as they talk about his previous life in the military and how he came to be as the Money Smart Guy. Matt shares the ups and downs of his life, having had to deal with a divorce during his seventh year in the marine core, filing for bankruptcy, but being able to get back up by establishing himself, and eventually being a co-owner of a large agency. The interview also touches on the strides technology has contributed to the business and his advice on which areas in your life need counseling. By the end of this episode, you will learn the importance of immersing in bigger thinkers, how to fight against tribe mentality, and not choosing the easy road. Enjoy! ~ About Matt Sapaula: America’s “Money Smart Guy,” Matt Sapaula, Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, has dedicated his professional career to spreading financial literacy through a positive message and empowering members of the middle class to take charge of their personal finances and realize financial independence. He provides families and individuals with the necessary tools and guidance to improve their financial literacy, make informed decisions, and achieve their short- and long-term goals for their financial lives. Matt’s “Money Smart” expertise has been featured in national, regional and industry media broadcasts and publications. He was the co-host and featured financial expert for MSN Money’s reality television series, “The Invested Life” for two consecutive seasons. He’s been interviewed on FOX Business and has had numerous appearances on Chicago’s WGN, NBC, ABC and FOX television affiliates. Matt’s insights have also been highlighted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Advisor Today and Financial Advisor IQ. In addition to his entrepreneurial enterprises designed to help the middle class realize financial freedom as president of Money Smart Company, Matt also mentors financial professionals. Matt engineered the professional Encore Career Program, to help fellow entrepreneurs launch their own independent financial services practice. Moreover, he developed the Mastermind Group, a collaborative mentorship program that guides and holds established entrepreneurs accountable throughout the strategic growth of their business. Prior to discovering his passion for finance, Matt was serving as a decorated United States Marine with tours in Somalia, Africa, Asia and the Persian Gulf. Matt is a proud father of three and a Chicagoland resident. He spends his free time with his children, participating in various sporting and church ministry activities. - Advice to an 18-20-year old: “Don’t get her pregnant” Be careful who you date. Find out about their upbringing, personal development, relationships, and look for a life partner over a bed mate! Manage relationship expectations from the beginning. Have the right people in your ear – personal relationships, physical life, and financial life! - Recommended resource(s): The Bible (especially Proverbs and Ecclesiastes): https://amzn.to/2vv2HDI Rich Dad Poor Dad: https://amzn.to/2VITSRh - You can find Matt Sapaula on... YouTube:    / @7figuresquad   Twitter:   / moneysmartguy   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySmartGu... Instagram:   / moneysmartguy   LinkedIn:   / mattsapaula   Blog: http://www.mattsapaula.com/ Personal Website: http://moneysmartguy.com Company Website: http://MoneySmartMovement.com Sponsors: Veteran’s Live: https://veteransrei.com/home Audible: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire... Real Estate Investing Course: https://military-millionaire-academy.... Recommended books and tools: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire... - SUBSCRIBE: https://bit.ly/2Q3EvfE - Website: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire... Instagram:   / frommilitarytomillionaire   Facebook:   / militarymillionaire   - My name is David Pere, I am an active duty Marine, and have realized that service members and the working class use the phrase "I don't get paid enough" entirely too often. The reality is that most often our financial situation is self-inflicted. After having success with real estate investing, I started From Military to Millionaire to teach personal finance and real estate investing to service members and the working class. THIS SITE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED. ALL OPINIONS EXPRESSED HEREIN ARE MY OWN. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED ON THIS SITE ARE THOSE OF THE AUTHOR OR THE AUTHOR’S INVITED GUEST POSTERS, AND MAY NOT REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE US GOVERNMENT, THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, OR THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.