Are you a business owner who technically has freedom—but still can’t take a random Friday off without guilt or cash flow stress? Too many Canadian entrepreneurs feel like prisoners to their own businesses. You built your company to escape the grind, yet you’re still chasing invoices, sweating over tax bills, and wondering if you’ll ever feel actually free. This episode dives deep into what real financial freedom looks like—not someday at 65, but today—with systems that let you own your time, not just your job. Whether you’re trapped by cash on the sidelines, stuck in short-term tax thinking, or overly reliant on the "retirement pile" myth, it’s time to reset your strategy. Listen now to learn: The two essential "flywheels" every business owner must build—and why ignoring one keeps you stuck. How to escape four hidden money traps, including the CRA tax drag and corporate liquidity pitfalls. Why true financial freedom is about control, not accumulation—and how to design for it now, not later. Press play to rethink freedom, reclaim your time, and start building a business that works for your life—not the other way around. Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/mas... Book a Discovery Call with Kyle to review your corporate (or personal) wealth strategy to help you overcome your current struggle and take the next step in your Canadian Wealth Building Journey! https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/dis... Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you’ll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here. https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/dis... Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page: https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/epi... Follow/Connect with us on social media: LinkedIn / pearcekyle Instagram / investedteacher Facebook / mathletepearce TikTok / investedteacher TwitterX / investedteacher Canadian entrepreneurs seeking financial freedom often find themselves caught in hidden money traps that stall cash flow and wealth building. This episode of Canadian Wealth Secrets dives into powerful financial strategies tailored for business owners—covering everything from corporate wealth planning and tax-efficient investing to optimizing RRSP room and choosing between salary vs dividends in Canada. We unpack how to align your financial vision with practical tools like the investment bucket strategy, real estate investing in Canada, and passive income planning. Whether you're aiming for early retirement, managing corporate structure optimization, or balancing personal vs corporate tax planning, you’ll learn how to build long-term wealth in Canada while supporting a modest lifestyle and planning your legacy. Discover actionable insights to escape outdated retirement planning models and create a system for true financial independence in Canada—one that works whether you're working or not.