Marine Corps Veteran: How the Insurance Industry Changed My Life
Ted Taveras
I have spent the last 20 years helping insurance professionals navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance
Matt Sapaula is a financial coach, speaker, and media personality. He owns Money Smart Guy, a business that provides financial coaching services, whether for personal use or starting a business. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, as well as 12+ years as a licensed advisor and agent. Matt has appeared in various media channels such as MSN Money, The New York Times, FOX Business, and Chicago Now.
Today, he joins us to discuss what it truly means to be financially free and share his advice on how to grow your money. Matt reveals what it was like growing up in a Latino community and his life in the Marine Corps. He explains why he eventually steered towards the corporate world and the financial industry. Matt also describes the importance of accountability and how people can develop their financial literacy and discover their entrepreneurial potential.
“One of the most dangerous things anybody can do is start a business from scratch.” - Matt Sapaula
In this episode, Matt shares:
- His life journey and the impact of his Pilipino heritage on his career choices
- The special challenges veterans face in transitioning to the corporate world
- How the multicultural middle class traditionally has been underserved
- His definition of financial freedom and how the rich use money
- How to follow the money to discover your REAL priorities
- His advice for people just entering the insurance industry
Key Takeaways
- The worst person to work for is you because no one holds you accountable for your errors.
- Money is a tool you use all the time, and many people don't know how to handle money.
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