In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the latest in expat–related news, from Canada’s wealth exodus to the new Paraguay Investor Pass to the defeat of Orbán in Hungary, and much more.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Tune in as we discuss Canada’s sharp drop in venture capital funding and why the smart money has been fleeing Canada in droves 
• Find out what Viktor Orbán’s loss of power in Hungary really means for the country’s direction and how it could reshape Europe as a whole
• Listen in as we look at the initial reports about Paraguay’s new “Investory Pass”, and whether it will be a viable option for those looking at this up-and-coming nation
• Hear why I amnota political activist in any way, even while the work I do is inseparable from politics 

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From the U.S. being embroiled in an on-again, off-again war with Iran to Russia’s multi-year conflict in Ukraine, the idea that world superpowers becoming engaged in a hot conflict is no longer some far-flung theoretical exercise; rather, it’s knocking on our door. 

In this episode, we take a look back at a conversation that is more relevant today than ever, examining the regions and countries that would be safest in the event of a truly global conflict. Unfortunately, that reality seems closer every day. 

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Tune in to hear why today’s geopolitical tensions may be even more dangerous than during the Cold War
• Find out what a full-scale war involving the U.S., Russia, or China would actually look like 
• Which regions of the world will be safest when a full-scale global conflict breaks out? 
• Learn whyreactingto global events is a losing strategy, and why a properly structured Plan-B acts as “geopolitical insurance.”

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The annual gathering of global elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos is usually an easy skip. It typically features a parade of bureaucrats and technocrats, both elected and unelected, proudly touting their plans for “managing the world.” But this year, there were a couple of particularly interesting speeches from two world leaders who stand in stark opposition to one another. 

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the Davos speeches from U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and why Carney’s in particular was quite surprising to hear. 

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Listen in as Marc and I break down Mark Carney’s admission that the so-called “rules-based order” has always been a mirage
• Tune in to hear how Canada’s PM stood on a global stage in Davos and echoed ideas we’ve been hammering for years: self-sufficiency, independence, and the end of blind trust in global systems
• Marc and I look at Trump’s speech and how his chaos-driven, “Art of the Deal” seemingly achieved his desired result regarding Greenland
• Learn what the “Donroe Doctrine” and Trump’s push to reindustrialize the U.S. mean for the future of Latin America

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Over the past decade, Canada has rapidly slid from a respected nation to one that many people now see as a cautionary tale of the logical end of extreme progressivism taking over a political system. Meanwhile, things here in Latin America are moving in the opposite direction, as the region continues to shift towards embracing more pro-freedom and pro-business policies. 

I sat down for a conversation with my friend Shaun Newman to discuss the current state of Canada and how it contrasts with what I’ve been seeing on the ground here in Latin America. We dive into the various factors contributing to Canada’s decline, and contrast them with the massive pro-freedom changes currently happening in much of Latin America. 

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

• Listen in as Shaun and I skewer Canada’s environmental policies and green agenda, from bird-slaughtering wind farms to fines for walking in the woods
• Tune in as we lament on how we both used to feel pride while travelling the world as Canadians… but today, we’re embarrassed to admit where we’re from.
• Shaun and I unpack how Air Canada strikes and broken infrastructure reveal the deeper rot inside the Canadian system
• Hear how birth tourism, multiple passports, and raising a large, values-driven family form the backbone of my offshore Plan-B

WHERE TO FIND SHAUN NEWMAN:

Check out the Shaun Newman Podcast 

Follow Shaun Newman On X

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THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

You’ll gain exclusive insights from dozens of seasoned offshore experts as they reveal the best strategies to legally slash your tax bill, build real wealth overseas, and unlock second residencies and passports—all centred around Latin America’s rising power on the global stage.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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I’ve never claimed to be an expert on Canada’s political history. I left the country as a teenager and focused my energy on building a life outside the system. But this week, we’ll dive into a darker, hidden history of Canada that will knock your socks off.

In today’s episode, I am joined by Matthew Ehret—journalist, writer and co-founder of the Rising Tide Foundation—to talk about the history of Canada that you don’t find in books and definitely didn’t learn in school. If you’re Canadian, this one is going to hit hard.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

• Tune in to find out why Canada’s story isn’t what you were taught in school
• Listen in and learn about the connection between Canada’s political class and global power structures
• Get the inside scoop on why certain voices in Canadian history were erased or sidelined
• Hear Matt and I discuss why some Canadians are waking up and others are sleepwalking into disaster

FOLLOW MATT EHRET

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THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

You’ll gain exclusive insights from dozens of seasoned offshore experts as they reveal the best strategies to legally slash your tax bill, build real wealth overseas, and unlock second residencies and passports—all centred around Latin America’s rising power on the global stage.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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In this Expat Money Show episode, I don’t hold back. I’m going to tell you the truth about what’s really happening in Canada, and why I believe it’s no longer a place where you can build wealth or secure a future for your family. As someone born and raised in Canada, I’ve watched the country unravel. After visiting over 100 countries and planting roots in Panama, I can confidently say that it’s time to leave.

This isn’t hyperbole, it’s economic reality. From confiscatory taxes to a state-run suicide program, the Canadian government is accelerating its war on prosperity. I break down the numbers, expose the agenda, and give you a real path forward. It’s time to craft your Plan-B while you still can.

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IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

• Discover why Canada’s capital gains hike to 66.6% is more than symbolism—it’s economic warfare.
• Learn how taxation, red tape, and public vilification have made Canada hostile to productivity.
• Hear why the Canadian dollar is failing by design, not by accident.
• Understand the truth behind the government’s own 2040 foresight report, and why it reads like a suicide note.
• Explore the real story behind MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) and how it exposes the welfare state’s collapse.
• Examine why voting won’t save Canadians, no matter the party—Carney vs. Poilievre is just theatre.
• See how universal basic income, CBDCs, and climate lockdowns are being preconditioned as “solutions.”
• Discover the best places to build a new life—Panama, Paraguay, and Costa Rica—and why they welcome expats.
• Get the truth about Canada’s proposed $25,000 departure tax and what it means for your future.

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For the freedom-minded, there’s plenty of doom and gloom where we look for it—wars, technocratic control systems, and economic collapse. But while most people stay stuck in fear or outrage, others are taking action. They’re securing second residencies, moving capital out of reach, and planting flags in places where freedom still has a fighting chance.

In today’s episode, I joined Hrvoje Moric on his program Geopolitics & Empire to discuss what I’m seeing on the ground: which countries are best for freedom-minded expats, how I separate fantasy from reality in the offshore space, and why I believe the path to sovereignty lies in pragmatic action—not black-pilled defeatism.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH HRVOJE MORIĆ

• Listen in as I walk Hrvoje through my origin story—from being labelled with a learning disability to building a life of international freedom.
• Tune in as Hrvoje, and I discuss the repackaged push for a North American Union and why more centralization is the opposite of what the world needs.
• Discover why Panama, Paraguay, and Uruguay top my list of countries best set up for expats. 
• Find out how I’ve helped clients stay grounded and realistic about expat life—without buying into the fear porn or the sunshine-and-rainbows fantasies. 
• Hear my response to critics who overgeneralize Latin America—and why sweeping narratives miss the real, nuanced opportunities on the ground.
• Unpack how bureaucracies in many third-world countries’ inefficiency act as a feature, not a bug, when attempting to implement technocratic controls. 
• Learn why I favour tangible assets, like international real estate and precious metals, over manipulated stock markets. 
• By the end of this episode, it will be clear why I reject black-pilled defeatism and instead focus on practical, pragmatic strategies to preserve liberty and wealth.
  

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Long-time listeners know I was born in Canada, but it’s been a long time since I’ve considered it “home.” Today’s guest is a lifelong Canadian who has been podcasting for the past six years about faith, family, life in Canada and the topics that divide us. Shaun Newman has spent years questioning the systems around him, from the hockey rink to the political arena, offering his unique perspective from inside a rapidly declining Canada.

In this episode, Shaun joins the show to explain Canada’s horrifying slide toward socialism over the last decade. We discuss Trudeau’s recent “resignation” and why a country so rich in resources struggles under socialism. Shaun unpacks the devastating impact of Canada’s socialist policies and explains how these policies have eroded individual freedoms in the Great White North.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH SHAUN NEWMAN

• Tune in to find out how Shaun convinced me to travel to my native Canada for his Cornerstone Forum last year—it wasn’t easy!
• Hear Shaun’s take on Trudeau’s “resignation” and what we can expect from the next Prime Minister.
• Learn why Canada should be one of the wealthiest countries in the world – and how its descent into socialism has hampered its potential.
• Uncover the truth about Canada’s insane “carbon tax” and all the shocking ways Canadians are being taxed. 
• Will Trump make Canada the next U.S. state? Shaun and I discuss Trump’s claims about the future of Canada’s relationship with the U.S. 
• Shaun and I explore the success of leaders like Nayib Bukele and Javier Milei and whether Canada can find its own visionary leader to guide them toward freedom.
• Listen as Shaun unpacks the UN’s Agenda 2030 and its implications for Canadian sovereignty.
• Hear Shaun’s thoughts on an offshore Plan-B and whether he’d consider the expat life if Canada continues in the wrong direction.
• Learn about Canada’s horrifying “medically assisted dying” (MAID) program and the shocking statistics about how it’s being used. 
• By the end of this episode, you’ll fully understand why so many Canadians are reaching out to craft offshore Plan-Bs or considering leaving Canada altogether.

WHERE TO FIND SHAUN NEWMAN:

Check out the Shaun Newman Podcast 

Follow Shaun Newman On X

THE WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE IN PANAMA CITY, MARCH 14-15

Join us in Panama for the inaugural Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference, our first-ever large conference event in Panama City, Panama, March 14-15, 2025!

This is your chance to gain invaluable insights, connect with like-minded freedom seekers, and, most importantly, connect with 15+ of the most trusted partners necessary to secure a prosperous life offshore.

Head to ExpatMoney.com/Conference to learn more and secure your spot right away!

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Nearly everyone insures their body with health insurance or their car with auto insurance. But how do you insure yourself against the machinations of greedy politicians, taxing and regulating your hard-earned wealth away at every turn? This is exactly where an offshore Plan-B comes into play.

In today’s episode,  I share with you a recent conversation I had with my friend Tom Bodrovics on his show Palisades Gold Radio. I explain exactly why an international Plan-B is vital for anyone looking to preserve their liberty and wealth against inflation, taxation and the myriad of problems caused by psychopaths holding political office around the globe.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH TOM BODROVICS:

• Hear why the question is not “what if” but “how high” when it comes to rising exit taxes and fees worldwide.
• Listen as I struggle to name even one country where it’s gotten easier to get a visa in the last few years; the truth is, prices are always going up.
• Discover why having an offshore Plan-B is having insurance against politics.
• Hear my unfiltered thoughts on how I view countries like Argentina, El Salvador, Mexico and Colombia as Plan-B destinations.
• What do government agents really see when they scan your passport? Learn what sort of information gets shared when you cross borders.
• What are some of the countries expats should steer clear of? Find out what countries are on my personal blacklist as far as Plan-B’s go.
• Learn what the best passports are that you can get through citizenship by ancestry – the answers may surprise you!
• Am I worried my kids might one day argue about who was born with the best passport? Believe it or not, this is something I do think about….

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Today, I want to introduce a new segment in the show, one that my team and I have been talking about internally for a while. It will be known for now as “Expat News.”

The idea is that every quarter or so, as I’m reading the news or going through government websites and I see changes to immigration and programs and things that affect the offshore and expat space, I’ll do one of these episodes breaking it all down. 

So enjoy this premier edition of Expat News, where we’ll discuss a number of stories from the wave of migration from Canada to the popularity of Panama’s investment visa to El Salvador’s interesting – and pricey – citizenship program. Enjoy!

LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

This episode was a little bit of an experiment, so I really would appreciate all of your feedback. Would you like to see more “Expat News” segments in the future? Head over to the Expat Money Forum, and let me know what you think!

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CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed this premier edition of Expat News. I know you’re all busy and probably won’t catch every nugget of expat-related news that passes by, and it’s the same for me. Luckily, I have a team of expert researchers here at Expat Money who make sure the most important stories don’t pass me by, allowing me to give you my thoughts here on the podcast. 

Are you a fan of this type of segment? Be sure to let us know, and I’ll see you back here next Wednesday!

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Today’s guest is Laurence Easeman, a filmmaker and host of the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast. His mission is to empower others to know their rights, break free from the system, and recognize the importance of personal autonomy and agency.

He spends his time between the UK and Portugal, where he is pursuing residency.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH LAURENCE EASEMAN

• Listen as Laurence recounts his fateful trip up a mountain that changed his life and led to him pivoting away from filmmaking into becoming a full-time advocate for personal sovereignty. 
• Hear how the onset of the COVID regime shut down Laurence’s business in the UK and triggered him back into full-time activism and his current efforts on the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast.
• We discuss the concept of activism – how it can make you a “moving target” like Laurence and why I do not consider myself an activist. 
• Find out why Laurence has embarked on his own expat journey and is currently pursuing residency in Portugal.
• Listen in to hear how Portugal got put on the “red list” by the UK, banning its citizens from travelling there for not initially fully going along with the COVID narrative. 
• Hear Laurence break down how the powers that be utilize their illusion of authority to manufacture consent for tyrannical measures. 
• Laurence and I talk about the dark side of technology and why we both find value in places that are somewhat “backward in time” with their technological systems. 
• We discuss the absolute flood of Canadians fleeing during the last few years of the Trudeau regime, reflected in the fact that Canadians are now taking up the majority of my private clients. 
• Lastly, Laurence and I share in our passion for using homeschooling as a strategy to shield our children from psyops while depriving the state of its essential workers. 

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HOW TO FIND LAURENCE EASEMAN’S WORK

LaurenceEaseman.com

Laurence Easeman on YouTube

CONCLUSION

I had a blast speaking to a kindred spirit in Laurence Easeman, who shares my passion for individual liberty and personal responsibility. It’s no wonder he is climbing so quickly in the podcast world, as his insights and understanding of the systems of control in place – and, more importantly, how to deal with them – are second to none.

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Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is Fergus Hodgson, a New Zealand native who grew up on a sheep farm on the North Island. 

University took him to the USA where he learned the importance of free speech, becoming the founding editor in chief of the PanAm Post and is the founder and director of Econ Americas, a financial consultancy devoted to Latin America. 

He has travelled to 19 of 20 nations in Latin America, with stays of more than a year each in Argentina and Guatemala.

SNEAK PEEK INTO TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH FERGUS,

• Are you frustrated by government institutions or feeling like you’re not free in certain ways, you will enjoy this conversation I have with Fergus.
• Listen in to the hear which country in Central America Fergus likes the best…and which is the ugliest…You might be surprised!
• Best tips and tricks to fit into a country as an expat and not feel like an outsider.
• Why learning a new language is so important when you move to a new country, and how best to accomplish this in the shortest period of time.
• Fergus recounts the dystopian reality of living and working in Venezuela at the peak of the conflict…crazy times.
• I chat with Fergus about what a complete totalitarian, psychopathic government can do to its beautiful people and a nation.
• Learn about a country where if you are a foreigner, earning a foreign income, you can have a really great life, with amazing culture and breathtaking landscapes.
• If you’re a meat-eater like me, we talk about the very best country to get your beef, they are #1 in my book.
• We talk openly about Canada and why the necessity for using cryptocurrency for financial sovereignty and privacy. This will shock you, especially if you are Canadian.
• Have you become a bit fat and happy or become lulled into a false sense of security, those days are over my friends. Listen as we discuss what the future could look like if things don’t change right now.
• I talk with Fergus about the insights and directions of Argentina. Will they keep going in the direction of socialism and Marxism? Very interesting for sure.
• And the last country we discuss is Peru…the question is, are they going down that Marxist route?

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HOW TO CONTACT FERGUS HODGSON

https://twitter.com/FergHodgson

www.econamericas.com

CONCLUSION

Very knowledgeable guy Fergus is. He’s been to 19 of the 20 Latin American countries and really knows and understands them. I learned a ton from him and I know you will, don’t miss this episode.

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Today’s guest is Rob Cosman, a fellow Canadian who has been living and working in Costa Rica since 2017 and loves it. He has been selling online in various ways since 1998, when he made his very first website and launched a company selling online craft products. Today, he sells on Amazon and other online marketplaces and helps Amazon and eCommerce sellers design the lifestyle they want with his company Selling From The Beach. 

HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Great story of perseverance and family, and when the time is right to just go for it. 
• What happens when you find that the life you are leading is just not that much fun anymore. Working every day, 9-5, for what?
• Living in the Caymans and Costa Rica and what that looks like for a Canadian.
• So why Costa Rica? Of all the places on the globe, what would make a family of 4 pack everything up in Toronto and move south?
• You’re about to make one of the most important decisions in your life, so everyone better be on the same page, but what if that’s not the case? How do you handle that?
• What does life look like when you have small children and decide to leave the only home they’ve ever known to move to a country that speaks a different language and you’ll know no one? How do children handle that sort of adjustment? And is the education system well suited for your kids?
• Growing a business overseas, the pitfalls, the advantages, what they learned through renting and then buying a home in Costa Rica and getting their permanent residency card. 
• 5 years have now come and gone. Was moving to Costa Rica a good decision? Would they do it all over again?

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HOW TO REACH ROB COSMAN

Selling From The Beach

CONCLUSION:

I had a fantastic conversation with Rob. He is truly living his dream life: with his wife and children, on the beach, and helping others create what he has created. If you are thinking of a change in career or are already a seller on Amazon, you’ll love this episode. Check out Rob’s courses; he is awesome. 

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Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is Sergio Von Facchin, a Global Citizen, Perpetual Traveler, founder of GoodbyeMatrix, and an internationalization Strategist.

He teaches his clients the best options for business structuring and to optimize an international life. He focuses on legal strategies for tax optimization, how you can quickly grow a fortune, and how to live a free life while doing it.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Step by step instructions on how to live as a digital nomad, grow your fortune, and live life freely
• Exactly what it takes to opt-out of your country especially during these horrific times with Covid and mass lockdowns 
• The single best countries you can stay as a perpetual tourist and what countries you can apply for residency in?
• The absolute best 3 residency visas during Covid
• The one feature that will have you begging to get residency in Panama
• The 5 critical strategies for becoming a digital nomad and living an amazing life
• The great secret of where people are going and why they are drawn to these countries
• Why it’s essentially important to do things legally and in a structured way, not cutting corners.
• Worried about safety? Listen in as Sergio and Mikkel discuss which countries are the safest and what countries are no doubt unsafe
• A sneak peek into getting CNN to do your marketing for you  
• A common myth about Mexico…is it really that great of a country to live in? 
• Step by step answers to why working with an expert like Mikkel or Sergio is so beneficial and why going it alone can be the worst mistake you could make.
• And most importantly, countries that you just don’t want to visit or live in right now (you will be so surprised!)

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HOW TO FIND SERGIO VON FACCHIN’S WORK

• https://goodbyematrix.com

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CONCLUSION

I always enjoy chatting with like-minded entrepreneurs who are living the life they love and are able to do what they love for a living. Teaching others how to be self-reliant, leave their country of birth and grow their wealth.

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Today’s guest on The Expat Money Show is Mike Corey, a marine biology graduate, turned filmmaker, with an intense passion for travel. After receiving his Bachelor of Science in Canada, Mike backpacked the world to volunteer as a research assistant for scientists studying ocean conservation.

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WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• How Mike Corey was fearful for most of his life and how he overcomes it
• Travel competition – what is it?
• How being persistent works
• The similarities between Mike and Mikkel
• What are your responsibilities when you come across something new and make content?
• What travel teaches you
• Mikkel & Mike talk in-depth about mitigating risk
• Exploding Hammer Festival, what the heck is this?
• What is Mike working on right now?
• How Tanzania and Mexico have literally denied Covid as countries
• Climbing Kilimanjaro with a watermelon and why more than 50% of people don’t make it to the top
• There’s power in doing something you don’t think you can do, and power in doing something others don’t think you can do
• Online presence – Fearless and Far, not because he isn’t fearless
• OMG, great story about body suspension – hanging by hooks
• What is the lesson? Doing things that you think are impossible, if you do them, magic happens
• Whatever it is, you just have to do them. Your life will change forever, for the better.

HOW TO FIND MIKE’S WORK

• Fearlessandfar.com 
• You Tube channel

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CONCLUSION

I know I say this all the time, but this was a really great interview with Mike Corey. He has accomplished so much in such a short time and he truly wants to help others break through their fears and go for gold! Make sure you listen all the way through this episode and look Mike up on his YouTube Channel Fearless and Far.

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Ryan Lee is a professional teacher from Canada living in Seoul, Korea. He runs BooksTakeAway on YouTube where he promotes self-learning and interviews and reviews incredible authors worldwide.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW

• Heaps of incredible authors
• Self Learning
• Building momentum
• Cryptocurrencies
• Real Estate
• Dollar-cost averaging
• China, Korea, Canada, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan

BOOKS WE DISCUSS:

• Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike by Phil Knight
• The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller
• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter
• The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg
• Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth by T. Harv Eker
• The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
• MBA in a Box: Practical Ideas from the Best Brains in Business by Joel Kurtzman
• Onward: How Starbucks Fought for Its Life Without Losing Its Soul by Howard Schultz
• The First 20 Hours: How to Learn Anything … Fast by Josh Kaufman
• One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way by Robert Maurer

COACHES AND MENTORS:

• Russell Brunson
• Brendon Burchard
• Jim Kwik
• Grant Cardone

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CONCLUSION

Self-learning is such an important topic to me, considering I have a rather short experience with formal education. I started failing out of school at 12 and by 15 I was completely done with high school and never went back. I have had to continually push myself harder than my peers to learn more and more so I could stay competitive in the marketplace and increase my own income.

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In this interview with Tony Medina, CEO of Seoul Guide Medical, we explore the significance of economies of scale in business models and the potential pitfalls of first instincts.

Tony, an expat entrepreneur in Seoul for over a decade, works with one of the best Dental Surgeons on the planet, Dr Chulmin Bae from Oaks Dental Clinic in Gangnam, and shares his experiences and a humorous yet frightening story about meeting a high-level client in Kazakhstan.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Why you should not get arrested in Kazakhstan
• Understand economies of scale
• How to solve a problem
• The number one skill every entrepreneur should focus on

HOW TO FIND TONY MEDINA’S WORK:

• Website: www.SeoulGuideMedical.com
• IG: seoulguidemedical

BOOKS WE DISCUSS:

• A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle
• The Gate to Women’s Country by Sheri S. Tepper

COACH AND MENTOR:

• Grant Cardone

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CONCLUSION

This interview was really enjoyable for me. Tony Medina has been one of my closest friends for many years, and we have travelled all over the planet together (not to mention the 60-some-odd times I have gone to Korea to visit him for work) and I can attest first hand to the success Tony has created for himself in a country completely different from where we grew up in and in a language that is not the easiest to learn.

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