Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 2885:\nPaula Pant challenges the traditional freelancer's mindset, emphasizing that true freedom comes from owning assets rather than merely being self-employed. Drawing inspiration from Robert Kiyosaki's Cashflow Quadrant, Pant encourages a shift from trading time for money to creating self-sustaining wealth through smart investments, ultimately achieving a life where work becomes optional.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://affordanything.com/owner-mindset/\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Freedom isn\u2019t \u2018being your own boss\u2019 - it\u2019s the ability to fire any boss, including yourself."\n"Wealth is measured in time, not dollars."\n"Self-employment is great, but not needing employment (self or otherwise) is the true goal."\nEpisode references:\nThe Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko: https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Next-Door-Thomas-Stanley/dp/1589795474\nCashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki: https://www.amazon.com/Cashflow-Quadrant-Robert-T-Kiyosaki/dp/1612680054\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices