#190: Transform your relationships, productivity, and overall quality of life by discovering how to be intentional with your time. Sahil and I share actionable tactics to build better habits (and get rid of bad ones), improve your listening, boost creativity, choose the right people to surround yourself with, and so much more! Sahil Bloom is the author of 5 Types of Wealth and writer of The Curiosity Chronicle, a popular weekly newsletter that provides actionable ideas to help build a high-performing, healthy, wealthy life. He is also an investor and runs a venture fund called SRB Ventures. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/sahil-bloom-time-vs-energy Partner Deals Greenlight: First month free on a debit card and money app to raise financially smart kids DRAM: 20% off my favorite sparkling water with zero calories, zero sugar Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Facet: Personalized Financial Planning + $250 enrollment fee waived Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Sahil Bloom: Website | Newsletter | X Book: 5 Types of Wealth Blog Post with Charts: How We Spend Our Time Brave New World By Aldous Leonard Huxley (Free PDF) Tim Ferriss: 17 Questions That Changed My Life Stanford Study: Walking Improves Creativity Video: It's Not About The Nail Ep #185: 12 Tactics to Make More Time EVERY Day with Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:42) The Fundamental Difference Between Time and Energy (04:56) How to Identify Life Seasons to Prioritize Things That Matter (07:35) Anti-To-Do List: What Is It and How Can It Help You? (11:44) The Law of Reversed Effort (14:00) A Think Day to Focus on the Bigger Picture (22:41) Why Walking Is the Single Most Powerful Habit (23:26) Sahil's 30 for 30 Approach for Building a New Habit (26:59) The Face Down Phone Theory (29:31) Tactics to Disconnect From Your Phone (33:50) The 3 Levels of Listening (41:22) Listening in Romantic Relationships (43:17) How Important Is It to Spend Time With the Right People? (44:25) Ways to Find the Right People for You (48:28) Sahil's #1 Rule in Life: Don't Complain (About Anything) (49:51) The Benefits of Being Intentional With Time (50:53) Sahil's New Book: 5 Types of Wealth Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#189: Learn to master retirement market risks and safe withdrawal rates with finance expert Karsten Jeske. We explore key strategies like the 4% rule, sequence of return risk, and delve into roles of taxes, annuities, inflation protection, portfolio allocation, and even the psychological aspects of retirement planning. Karsten Jeske is the founder of Early Retirement Now, a blog where he shares his expertise in retirement planning, safe withdrawal rates, and financial independence. He has a PhD in economics and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/how-to-retire-early-karsten-jeske Partner Deals MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Karsten Jeske: Blog | X | LinkedIn Safe Withdrawal Rate Series Part 14 & Part 15: Sequence of Return Risk Part 28: Free DIY Withdrawal Rate Toolbox Part 35: Asset Location Part 43: Pre-Retirement Glidepaths Part 61: Safety First Blog Post: Stealth Frugality Shiller CAPE Ratio Alpha Architect 1-3 Month Box ETF: BOXX Blog For Tax Optimization: Go Curry Cracker ATH Podcast: Ep #2: Financial Independence Without a Six Figure Salary with Brad Barrett Ep #141: The Spectrum of Financial Independence and Tools to Track Your Progress with Brad Barrett Follow & Review on Apple Podcasts Email us for questions, tips, deals and feedback Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Should Everyone Retire Early? (05:09) The Rule of 4% as a Guideline (09:46) The Role of Longevity in the 4% Rule (12:46) Using Historical Data for Retirement Simulations (19:11) Sequence of Return Risk: What It Means & What to Do About It (23:51) Strategies to Mitigate the Sequence of Return Risk (30:41) The Flexibility of Safe Withdrawal Rates (37:49) How to Adjust Withdrawal Rates Based on Current Market Conditions (45:53) The Reverse Glide Path Strategy (49:30) The Impact of Inflation on Retirement Planning (57:03) Evaluating Annuities (59:40) Ways to Consider Tax Optimization Strategies (1:04:29) How to Think About Portfolio Allocation During Accumulation (1:12:25) The Role of International Diversification in Equity Allocation (1:16:57) Karsten's View on Tax Loss Harvesting (1:20:34) Asset Location (1:22:35) Is Adding Leverage to Your Equity Worth It? (1:26:41) Advice for Someone Early in the Accumulation Phase (1:28:27) Stealth Frugality (1:29:39) How Do People Spend During Retirement? Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#180: Chris hosts a debate about whether stock investing or real estate is the faster path to wealth. He's joined by experts from The Motley Fool and BiggerPockets who dive into tax advantages, cash flow potential, long-term returns, and wealth-building strategies associated with each investment path to help you make informed decisions.  Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger are analysts at The Motley Fool, a financial services company that provides free and premium investment guidance to millions of investors. Scott Trench is CEO and President and Dave Meyer is VP of Market Intelligence at BiggerPockets, the world's largest online network of real estate investors. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/investing-stocks-vs-real-estate Partner Deals Copilot: Free 2 months access to my favorite personal finance app with code HACKS2 Greenlight: First month free on a debit card and money app to raise financially smart kids Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned BiggerPockets The Real Estate Podcast Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) The “Value-Add” Playbook 1031 Exchange The “Middle Class Trap” The Motley Fool Motley Fool Money Podcast Index Funds: A Beginner's Guide Self-Directed IRA Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:21) Defining Stock Investing Vs. Real Estate Investing (03:59) The Case For Stock Investing (06:52) Why You Should Invest In Real Estate First (08:03) Barriers To Entry For Stocks vs. Real Estate (10:40) Getting Returns on Stocks vs. Real Estate (13:34) Volatility: How Much Risk Is Involved? (15:47) How To Diversify In Real Estate (21:25) Forced Selling in Real Estate vs. Stocks (24:07) Leveraging Real Estate Investment Trusts (26:24) Value Add Investing in Real Estate (27:48) Time Investment: Managing Stock vs. Real Estate Portfolios (37:41) Can You Leverage The Stock Market For Higher Return? (39:55) Liquidity in Stock Market vs. Real Estate (42:22) Tax Advantages of Investing in Stocks vs. Real Estate (44:52) Closing Arguments for Real Estate vs. Stocks (46:29) Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio With Both Stocks and Real Estate Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#90: Top podcast host, Lenny Rachitsky joins Chris to discuss work-related techniques for success. They talk about finding a job that aligns with your interests, ways to stand out and get noticed, nailing your interview, effectively negotiating your compensation, managing up, and strategies to getting promoted. Lenny Rachitsky (@lennysan), an engineer turned startup founder and former product manager at Airbnb is the creator of Lenny’s Newsletter and the wildly popular podcast, Lenny’s Podcast. Lenny is well-known as one of the top minds in the world when it comes to building product, driving growth, and helping people accelerate their careers. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/work-lenny-rachitsky   Partner Deals  Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Rocket Money: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Lenny Rachitsky: Twitter | Website | Podcast | Newsletter | TikTok Lenny’s Job Board Lenny’s Newsletter The 10 Commandments of Salary Negotiation How to Get Promoted Product Management Career Ladders Saying No Medium: What Seven Years at Airbnb Taught Me About Building a Business Lenny’s Talent Collective Airbnb Alumni Investing Syndicate: AirAngels Focus App: Centered Loom “State of Me” Email Template “Sprint” Template Podcasts: All the Hacks #37: The Surprising Habits of Backable People with Suneel Gupta #72: Increasing Productivity, Procrastinating Less and Living a Happier, Healthier Life with Ali Abdaal #63: Deep Work, Digital Minimalism and Becoming So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal Newport #7: Managing Your Time to Get More Done with Laura Vanderkam Books: Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity Lenny and Chris’ California Recommendations Cavallo Point Lodge Andy Goldsworthy's Wood Line  Fairfax Mount Tam Mountain Biking Fish Mill Valley Lumberyard Flour Craft Bakery   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Lenny Rachitsky (01:37) Applicability of Content Beyond Product Management (04:18) Lenny’s Job Board (07:07) “Spotlight” Feature: Reverse Job Search (07:42) Identifying Interests: Four Key Points (15:53) Finding Value in Diverse Experiences (17:43) Strategies to Stand Out and Get Noticed (24:42) Nailing the Interview: Expert Advice (27:28) Salary and Compensation Negotiation Insights (33:28) Optimizing Goals When Working for a Company (34:43) Making an Impact: Finding Your Way (35:48) Effective Promotion Strategies (42:10) The Art of Saying “No”: Balance and Value (48:24) Maximizing Impact Through Effective Output (52:11) Knowing When It’s Time to Move On (55:14) Structuring Free Time: Tips and Techniques (56:53) Experimentation in Creation (1:00:19) Chris' Next Steps (1:00:52) Managing Up: Keeping Your Manager Informed (1:02:56) Lenny and Chris’ Recommendations for California (1:05:21) Where to Connect with Lenny Rachitsky Online Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#89: Award travel pro Tiffany Funk joins Chris to talk about booking flights with miles, the advantages of having travel flexibility, the ins and outs of transferring points, ways to put your points and miles to good use, and the best sites/tools for booking award travel. Tiffany Funk (@tebfunk) is the co-founder and president of point.me, a one-stop tool for maximizing points and miles. She's also the Executive Director for the premium travel site One Mile at a Time. Having visited over 80 countries and written more than 300 travel blog posts, Tiffany ​​is one of the world’s top experts on airline award travel and loves sharing her passion with travelers on frequent flyer programs, earning and redeeming miles, and maximizing points. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/award-travel-tiffany-funk   Partner Deals  Inside Tracker: $200 + 34% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Point.me: First month for $1 with code HACKS For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Tiffany Funk: Twitter | Website | LinkedIn One Mile at a time point.me (first month for $1 with code HACKS) Expert Flyer FlightsFrom Google Flights Loyalty Programs Aeroplan American Advantage Flying Blue United MileagePlus   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Tiffany Funk (01:31) Award Flights vs. Cash Back Redemption (03:47) Guideline for Redeeming Points via Loyalty Programs vs. Credit Card Portals (05:44) Determining Best Point Value (09:12) Tips for Multiplying Tickets with Points (15:18) Starting Point for Transferring Points (20:46) Flexibility and Advantages of Flexible Points (25:01) Optimal Timing for Booking a Trip (26:55) Maximizing Flexibility for Points Usage (27:58) Unique Benefits of Using Miles Over Money (29:19) Advantages of Flexibility in Destinations and Dates (33:30) Remarkable Trips with Enhanced Availability Using Points (39:06) Using Points for Airlines vs. Hotels (43:32) Tech's Impact on Points Usage and Future Expectations (45:33) The Success Behind point.me (51:09) Exploring point.me Functionality (53:46) Saving on Initial point.me Membership (55:04) Chris' Airline Search Tips (56:08) Listener Suggestion: FlightsFrom.com (58:12) Tiffany's Recommended Reward Travel Tools (59:47) Understanding Married Segment Itineraries (1:01:35) Estimating Trip Costs (1:03:30) Strategies to Reach Mileage Goals (1:06:26) Overcoming Points Combination Challenges (1:11:59) Tiffany's Preferred Point Use (1:13:11) Teaching Reward Booking Skills with point.me (1:15:27) Tiffany’s Travel Recommendations Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#88: Tad Fallows joins Chris on this bonus episode to discuss teaching children about money and investing, allowances, college savings, and strategies you can use for investing in your children. Tad also shares his favorite real estate tax hack recommendations for Dallas, Texas and his favorite finance podcasts. Tad Fallows (@LongAngleHNW) is co-founder of Long Angle, a private digital community of highly successful young entrepreneurs and executives. He also cofounded iLab Solutions LLC, a global leader in cloud-based laboratory management software, which Agilent Technologies acquired in 2016. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/bonus-tad-fallows   Partner Deals  For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Tad Fallows: Twitter | Website | LinkedIn | Email Resources Mentioned M is for Money Mr. Money Mustache Reddit fatFIRE Podcasts Odd Lots Podcast Money For The Rest of Us Business of Family Tad Fallows’ Dallas Recommendations Katy Trail Ice House Dallas Symphony Orchestra   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Tad Fallows (03:38) Fostering Financial Knowledge and Values in Children (07:09) Empowering Children with Brokerage Accounts for Stocks (08:39) Teaching Money Value and Charitable Giving through Allowances (09:04) Instilling Financial Responsibility and Natural Consequences (10:17) College Savings: 529s vs. Flexible Options (13:00) Tax Strategy: Real Estate Professional Status (14:07) Staying Current on Investments and Finances: Tad's Resources (15:47) Tad's Recommendations for Dallas Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#87: Tad Fallows, co-Founder of Long Angle, joins Chris to discuss the misconceptions of how high net worth investors spend and manage their money, whether they hire wealth managers and tax accountants, and how they might invest differently than conventional financial advice. They also do a deep dive on alternative assets and share their favorite house-buying hacks. Tad Fallows (@LongAngleHNW) is co-founder of Long Angle, a private online community of highly successful young entrepreneurs and executives. He also cofounded iLab Solutions LLC, a global leader in cloud-based laboratory management software, which Agilent Technologies acquired in 2016. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/long-angle-tad-fallows Partner Deals  Rocket Money: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Masterworks: Up to $200 in free shares + VIP access to skip the waitlist For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Tad Fallows: Twitter | LinkedIn | Email Long Angle Website 2022 Portfolio Allocation Benchmarking Study fatFIRE subreddit   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Tad Fallows (01:49) Dispelling High-Net-Worth Money Myths (03:01) Origins of Long Angle: A Global Investor Community (05:21) Insights Gained from Conversations with Long Angle Members (08:46) Current and Future Offerings of the Long Angle Group (11:03) Selecting Wealth Managers and Tax Accountants (15:50) Significance of Benchmarking Surveys (18:37) Homeownership Trends Among Long Angle Members (20:45) Benefits of Renting as a Viable Option (22:39) Economic Environment's Role in Investment Decisions (27:24) Strategic House Buying: Long-Time Listings and Rebates (35:39) Unique Cash Allocation and Rich Investor Strategies (41:29) Equities Investment Approaches in Long Angle Communities (44:34) Characteristics of Alternative Investments (46:16) Liquidity Dynamics in Alternative Investments (50:25) Diverse Classes of Alternative Investments (63:13) Evaluating and Accessing Alternative Investments (1:08:08) Criteria for Selecting an Investment Platform (1:16:53) Exploring Further into Long Angle Community   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#86: Host Chris Hutchins delves into the topic of vacation homes in today’s solo episode. He explores the pros and cons of vacation home options, including home rentals and exchanges, fractional ownerships, vacation real estate investment funds, and timeshares. Chris also discusses his family’s experience owning timeshare properties, shares special offers for All the Hacks listeners, and more. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/vacation-homes   Partner Deals Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Higher-End Vacation Home Rental sites AvantStay Wander (email hello@wander.com and mention All the Hacks to get $250 off) Haven In Villas of Distinction Vacation Home Rental sites Airbnb Vrbo Cabo Villas Home Exchange Home Exchange Love Home Swap People Like Us Third Home Couchsurfing My Place Fractional Ownership Pacaso My 5 Homes Private Residence Clubs The Orchard Timbers Resorts Vacation Real Estate Investment Funds Equity Residences Destination Clubs Inspirato Inspirato Pass Blog: Luxury Pass Reviews Exclusive Resorts Destination Club Comparison List: Sherpa Report Timeshares Rent or Buy Secondhand Red Week Tug2 Koala Day Passes to Resorts: Resort Pass Rent Private Pools: Swimply (<- $25 off)   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Vacation Home Episode (04:33) Discovering No-Upfront-Cost Vacation Home Rentals (06:41) Exploring Home Exchange Options (12:42) Types of Vacation Property Programs: Equity and Non-Equity (16:08) Unpacking Fractional Ownership (21:00) Insights into Vacation Investment Real Estate Funds (23:42) Understanding Destination Clubs (32:15) Delving into Timeshares (36:23) Answering Timeshare Exchange Queries (37:35) Downsides of Purchasing Existing Timeshares (39:39) Chris’ Perspective on Timeshares (40:58) Short Getaways: Recommendations for a Day or Few Hours   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#85: Tiago Forte joins Chris to talk about his proven method to build a "Second Brain" to organize your digital life. They discuss the best tools to use to collect and store information, why it's important to become more of a maker than a consumer, why the most common way people categorize information might not be the best and a lot more. Tiago Forte (@fortelabs) is one of the world's foremost experts on productivity. His cohort-based courses teach people around the world how timeless principles and the latest technology can revolutionize their productivity, creativity, and personal effectiveness. Tiago’s book is Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/second-brain-tiago-forte   Partner Deals  Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Daffy: Donate for a chance to increase your contribution by $100 - $10,000 For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Tiago Forte: Website | Instagram | Twitter Tiago Forte’s Book Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential Resources Mentioned Your Resource Guide to Building a Second Brain Second Brain Case Study: Sleep Training an Infant Evernote Mobile App Readwise Zapier Notion  Twlets Otter.ai  Airr Miro Procreate Command E Apple Files Things Art of Accomplishment AssemblyAI Free Shipt Membership with Visa Cards Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity Wayfinding: The Science and Mystery of How Humans Navigate the World Dream Studio Course   Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Tiago Forte (01:49) Inception of the Journey (02:43) Three-Part Progression in Building the Second Brain (05:04) Shifting Focus to Creation and Efficient Tech Use (09:14) Exploring the Four Steps of CODE (10:47) Capture: Retaining the Most Insightful Content (17:00) Tools for Effective Capture (26:09) Search Tools for Comprehensive Retrieval (28:39) Balancing Business and Personal Life Organizational Modes (30:23) Optimal Information Organization (33:33) Unpacking PARA Method: Projects, Areas, Resources, Archives (37:32) Initiating PARA Method Implementation (38:23) Streamlining Email Inbox Organization (45:32) Deciding What to Offload or Keep (47:34) Action vs. Rote Memorization (49:04) Primary Use Cases for Your First Brain (52:36) Tiago’s Acknowledgment Technique (55:18) AI’s Role in the Second Brain (57:36) Tiago’s Mexico City Travel Recommendation   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#84: Travel writer and author, Rolf Potts joins Chris to discuss time wealth, why that's such a vital topic in life and what anyone can take from the concept to travel more richly. They also talk about how to adapt to the changes in travel technology and still have amazing adventures, why Rolf once traveled for six weeks without luggage and what you can learn from that experiment, how leaving your phone behind or getting lost might create richer experiences, and why he thinks that as you get older, you can still have richer and fulfilling travels. Rolf Potts (@rolfpotts) is an esteemed travel writer, teacher, and author. He’s reported from more than 60 countries across six continents for publications like National Geographic Traveler, the New York Times Magazine, Sports Illustrated, National Public Radio, and the Travel Channel. His most recent book is The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/vagabonding-rolf-potts   Partner Deals  Masterworks: See my art portfolio and get VIP access to skip the waitlist Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Rolf Potts: Website | Instagram | Twitter Books Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel Paris Writing Workshops No Baggage Challenge Blundstone AirTreks Podcast: Deviate 131: Kevin Kelly on travel Resources Mentioned  The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life Use this TikToker’s viral travel tip to find the best places to stay   Full Show Notes (00:27) The Book That Sparked an Eight-Month Backpacking Trip (02:14) Dispelling Common Travel Misconceptions (05:04) Embracing World Travel and Your Dreams (06:03) Travel Safety: Mindset and Navigating "Clickbait" (07:40) Hacks for Hotel Expenses and Flexible Itineraries (11:03) Slowing Down for Travel Pleasures (12:45) Investing in Time Wealth for Fulfilling Travel (16:27) Pitfalls of Arbitrary Net Worth Goals (19:43) Active Integration of Money, Income, and Interests (20:51) Discovering Your True Desires (26:26) Core Life Themes from Travel (29:19) Immersive Strategies in New Places (34:08) Attitudes and Rituals Cultivated from Travel (35:44) Immersive Cultural Experiences at Home (37:37) Unique Family Travel Experiences (39:18) Tips for Families Traveling with Children (41:20) Slow Travel: More by Doing Less (42:24) Authentic Immersion via Home Swaps (47:24) Crafting Unforgettable Moments (48:02) Tackling and Checking Off Your Bucket List (50:26) Unique Encounters Beyond Long Journeys (54:01) Lessons from Baggage-Free Travel (57:09) Rolf Potts’ Essential Travel Items (58:13) Disconnecting from Technology While Traveling (1:02:57) Budget-Saving Travel Hacks (1:06:00) Experiencing Cities Through Flâneuring (1:08:22) Where to Connect with Rolf Potts Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#83: Host Chris Hutchins tackles questions about fighting jet lag, his favorite podcasts, cancel-for-any-reason travel insurance, virtual assistants, food planning, virtual credit card numbers and much more. This episode is packed with many of the incredible insights that Chris has earned from his years optimizing his life! Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/listener-questions-6   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Rocket Money: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Timeshifter App Appointment Scanner Password Managers: 1Password, KeepassXC Taking Notes on Podcasts Family Operating System: Trustworthy Local Experiences: WithLocals, Peek, Airbnb Experiences Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Virtual Credit Cards: Privacy.com, CapitalOne Eno Extension Paprika App Nick Gray’s Virtual Assistant Twitter Thread and Blog Post Favorite Podcasts The All-In Podcast Animal Spirits My First Million SmartLess The Daily PBS NewsHour Macro Voices The Tim Ferriss Show Rich Roll How to Take Over the World I Will Teach You To Be Rich The Colin and Samir Show   Full Show Notes (05:00) Q: Bora Bora or Seychelles for Exotic Vacation? (09:20) Q: Hotel Strategies for Families of 5 (or more!) (10:46) Q: Hacks for Booking a Cruise? (11:49) Q: Overcoming Language Barriers in Travel? (14:58) Q: Is Travel Insurance a Smart Purchase? (21:18) Q: Jet Lag Tips and Combatting Strategies (23:58) Q: Are Guided Group Tours Worthwhile? (26:19) A Really Good Airplane WiFi Hack! (27:51) Q: Streamlining Global Entry Appointments (30:03) Using Virtual Credit Cards for Online Purchases (31:51) Q: Setting Up Trustworthy Account for Family Use (35:03) Q: Best Non-Cloud Password Manager? (39:09) Q: Chris’ Preferred Podcasts (44:42) How to Efficiently Take Podcast Notes (47:00) Creating Your Own Peloton and Later Purchase (48:50) Hacking the Family Kitchen for Food Planning (53:05) Q: Chris' Experience with Virtual Assistants (54:20) Updates on Credit Card Cell Phone Insurance (58:00) Knowing When Optimization Goes Too Far   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#82: Real estate investor and author, Brandon Turner, joins Chris to discuss how he's managed to be successful and still prioritize friends, family, and quality of life. They talk about working with a performance coach, hacking self-discipline, goal-setting, ways to make money matter through business and Brandon's top Maui recommendations. Brandon Turner (@BeardyBrandon) is a podcaster, author and real estate investor with a portfolio of >7,000 properties. Having hosted the BiggerPockets podcast with over 100 million downloads, Brandon is widely recognized as one of the foremost experts on real estate investing. He is also the best-selling author of several books and the founder and of Open Door Capital. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/performance-brandon-turner   Partner Deals  Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brandon Turner: Website | Newsletter | Twitter Brandon Turner’s Resources Books The Book on Investing In Real Estate with No (and Low) Money Down: Real Life Strategies for Investing in Real Estate Using Other People's Money The Book on Rental Property Investing: How to Create Wealth With Intelligent Buy and Hold Real Estate Investing The Intention Journal: The powerful, research-backed planner for achieving your big investing goals in just ninety days eBooks: How the Rich Pay No Income Tax | How to Invest $100,000 in Real Estate Open Door Capital Bigger Pockets The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life Performance Coaching Jason Drees Tony Robbins  Strategic Coach Below The Line Podcast Loom: Async Video Messaging for Work  All the Hacks Podcast Episodes Finding Happiness, Success and Deep Purpose with Arthur Brooks Brandon’s Maui Recommendations Monkeypod Kitchen Maui Brewing Company Moku Roots Tin Roof Maui Black Rock | Maui Cliff Diving Lava fields Wailea Big Beach | Little Beach Road to Hana   Full Show Notes (01:17) Adjusting Your Mindset for Your Ideal Life (3:05) Enhancing Relationships: Scheduling a Goal-Setting Retreat with Your Spouse (4:57) Achieving Success in Relationships, Fitness, and Business Through Specific Goals (8:19) Hacking Self-Discipline for Peak Productivity (16:44) Role of a Performance Coach and Its Benefits (19:00) Locating a Performance Coach (21:34) Brandon's "Starbucks" Strategy (23:58) Balancing Ambitious Business Goals and Quality Family Time (27:15) Strategies for Work-Life Balance by Chris (30:24) Dropping the "Right" Balls and Setting Boundaries (36:46) Brandon's Approach to Reading and Text Message Newsletter Information (38:11) Reading Books as if Teaching (39:35) Emphasizing Philanthropy: Money's Impact in Brandon's Life (41:56) Philanthropy: Infusing Purpose into Business (43:33) Brandon's Recommendations for Maui (46:56) Connecting with Brandon Turner Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#81: Professional decision-maker, Annie Duke, joins Chris to talk about making better decisions. They discuss why learning the difference between luck and the quality of decisions is so important and how that can improve your life and your career, ways to improve your quitting skills, and what forces work against good quitting behavior. They also cover why so many people struggle with the decision to walk away, how to use kill criteria to determine when to quit a project, a job, or some other endeavor, and a lot more. Annie Duke (@AnnieDuke) is a best-selling author and professional decision strategist. Her 2018 bestseller, Thinking in Bets, has helped countless people make better decisions, and her latest book is Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/decision-making-annie-duke   Partner Deals  Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Annie Duke: Website | Twitter Annie Duke’s Resources: Books: Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts How to Decide: Simple Tools for Making Better Choices All the Hacks Podcast: FOMO, FOBO and How To Make Great Decisions with Patrick McGinnis Resources Mentioned:  Superforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance Astro Teller on Moonshots for Alphabet's X (Monkeys and pedestals 25:08) Knowns vs Unknowns — Are you building a successful company or just typing?   Full Show Notes (1:20) Luck vs. Decision Quality: Learning the Difference (5:44) Improving Hiring Decisions and Positive Outcomes (9:11) Understanding and Calculating Base Rate (13:29) Enhancing Decision Information with Independent Viewpoints (21:08) Encouraging Honest Opinions and Feedback (28:00) Shifting Mindset from Sunk Cost Fallacy (30:12) Advanced Planning, Kill Criteria, Stop-Loss Orders (32:02) Example of Kill Criteria (33:24) Finding a Qualified Quitting Coach (41:49) Viewing Life as Bets and Making Things Explicit (47:35) Side-Effects of Explicit Decision-Making (51:41) Handling Emotional Angst in Decisions (54:41) Menu Decision Strategy (58:31) The Challenge of Quitting Decisions (1:04:55) Astro Teller's Mental Model: Monkeys and Pedestals (1:07:01) Identifying Known Unknowns (1:07:57) Connect with Annie Duke Online Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#179: The world’s most traveled man, Harry Mitsidis shares his wisdom on the transformative benefits of travel. He provides insights on planning trips for the best experiences, shares his favorite destinations and highlights under-appreciated countries and regions. Harry Mitsidis is one of three people in the world to have visited every country twice. He founded NomadMania, a travel community platform that offers tools, information, and resources that empower meaningful adventures around the world. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/harry-mitsidis-most-traveled-man Partner Deals HubSpot: All-in-one customer platform to get more out of your business AG1: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Harry Mitsidis: NomadMania | Newsletter | Instagram Every Passport Stamp Facebook Group Underrated Countries: Tuvalu Romania Laos Equatorial Guinea Sweden Costa Rica Under Apprecited Regions: Canada: Nova Scotia | New Brunswick Brazil: Rio Grande do Sul Argentina: Salta | Córdoba France: La Rochelle Harry’s Favorite Dishes: Netherlands: Vla - Dutch Custard Turkey: İskender kebap Brazil: Feijoada US: Red Lobster Dangerous Countries North Korea Gaza Afghanistan Syria Somalia: Mogadishu Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:21) How Harry’s Travel Obsession Started (05:15) Countries That Were Most Challenging to Visit (08:05) Why Slow Travel Matters (14:08) The Different Benefits of Travel (20:36) Solo Travel vs. Group Travel (22:26) The One-of-a-Kind Experience in North Korea (24:05) Traveling to Dangerous Destinations (31:42) Underrated Countries (33:36) Ways to Feel Like a Local in a New Destination (37:35) Harry's Favorite Food Around the World (39:30) Regions That Are Under-Appreciated (43:12) Why Your Second Trip to a Destination Is a Better Experience (44:27) Places That Left Harry Disappointed (46:53) Harry's Advice to Travelers Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#80: Real estate investor and author, Brandon Turner, joins Chris to discuss investing in real estate. They discuss who should invest, how people can get started, real estate tax strategies, house hacking, the four wealth generators of real estate and much more. Brandon Turner (@BeardyBrandon) is a podcaster, author and real estate investor with a portfolio of >7,000 properties. Having hosted the BiggerPockets podcast with over 100 million downloads, Brandon is widely recognized as one of the foremost experts on real estate investing. He is also the best-selling author of several books and the founder and of Open Door Capital. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/real-estate-brandon-turner   Partner Deals  Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brandon Turner: Website | Newsletter | Twitter Brandon Turner’s Resources: Books Bigger Pockets Article: House Hacking: A Beginners Guide to Hack Your Housing and Live for Free All the Hacks Podcast: Protect Your Family, Mitigate Taxes and Preserve Your Wealth with Patrick Hicks and Mani Mahadevan Resources Mentioned:  Credits Cards: American Express® Business Gold Card For other cards mentioned visit our Best Credit Cards Page The Everything Guide to House Hacking: Your Step-by-Step Guide Investment Calculator Fundrise Pacaso Events Bigger Pockets Events Meetup   Full Show Notes (2:01) Brandon's Points Story (3:02) 100% Occupying Brandon's Head Space (3:54) Real Estate Investment for Everyone? (5:35) Ways to Enter the Real Estate Market (10:37) Remote Real Estate Investment (11:50) Four Wealth Generators of Real Estate (15:30) Tax Strategies for Real Estate (19:47) Real Estate vs. Stock Market Investment (23:27) Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) (24:13) Investing with Open Door Capital (27:31) Immediate Property Value Enhancement (28:47) Flipping Properties (31:02) Current Market's Impact on Real Estate (33:12) Interest Rates and Landlords (34:13) Adjustable Rate Mortgages Consideration (36:15) Investing in Syndicates (38:56) Hiring Property Managers (40:52) Property Managers and Au Pair Hiring (42:07) Applying Strategies Across Life (44:48) Owning vs. Renting (45:18) Brandon's Take on Vacation Homes and Timeshares (48:31) Learning Real Estate Nuances (50:26) Resources for Deeper Real Estate Understanding Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#79: Entrepreneur and author, Andrew Warner, joins Chris to talk about ways to become a better, more exciting conversationalist. They discuss why this is a skill everyone should master and learn what most people get wrong about how they ask questions. Andrew shares ways to improve the kinds of questions you ask and how to build rapport with people you have just met. Andrew Warner(@AndrewWarner) is an entrepreneur and host of the hit startup podcast, where, 2,000+ episodes, he uncovers the secrets of the world’s best founders. After building two startups of his own, he started Mixergy, a place where successful people teach ambitious upstarts through interviews, courses, masterclasses, and events. His book is Stop Asking Questions: How to Lead High-Impact Interviews and Learn Anything from Anyone. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/interviews-andrew-warner   Partner Deals  Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Andrew Warner: Website | Twitter Andrew Warner’s Resources: Book: Stop Asking Questions: How to Lead High-Impact Interviews and Learn Anything from Anyone Podcast: Startup Stories - Mixergy Podcast Episodes Mentioned: All the Hacks Podcast: Cybersecurity and Protecting Yourself from Scammers, Phishers, and Identity Thieves with Adam Levin Hosting Cocktail Parties, Building Relationships, Museum Hacks and Friends Newsletters with Nick Gray Building The Tim Ferriss Show to 700+ Million Downloads Startup Stories - Mixergy: Jason Fried on valuations, Basecamp, and why he’s no longer poking the world in the eye How Chess.com scaled a massive community I Failed How Netflix founder finds inspiring ideas Resources Mentioned:  How to Win Friends & Influence People Wingman Libby App Library Extension   Full Show Notes (1:38) Becoming a Better Conversationalist: Utilizing "Magical Phrases" Instead of Questioning (3:25) Andrew's Motivation Behind Writing His Book (4:02) Mastering Confidence Projection and Steering Conversations in Job Interviews (5:50) Self-Reflection Guidelines for Preparing Conversations (7:52) Effective Strategies for Engaging Unfamiliar Individuals in Conversation (10:02) Conversation Techniques, and the Call to Join the Resistance (13:30) Techniques for Encouraging Reserved Individuals to Embrace Openness (18:08) Illustrative Instances of Positive and Tangible Outcomes (19:36) Application of Conversational Strategies Beyond Professional Settings (20:43) Transitioning into a More Inquisitive Learner from an Overconfident Expert (24:11) Shifting Conversations to Discover Shared Areas of Interest (26:53) Enhancing Conversational Proficiency through the Examination of Transcripts (Including Consent for Recording) (33:40) Improving Conversational Skills by Practicing with Less Concerned Individuals (38:22) The Value of Vulnerability in Conversations (39:37) Gaining Consent for Posing Uncomfortable Inquiries (43:54) Navigating Post-Relationship Building Follow-Ups (47:53) Andrew's Insights into Fostering Listener Engagement (52:33) Embracing the Positive Aspects of Receiving a "No" (54:03) Ways to Contribute to All The Hacks (55:23) Andrew's Constructive Feedback for Chris (57:40) Locating Andrew Warner Online (58:00) Library App Resources   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#78: In this episode, Chris breaks down the specific actions you can take to protect yourself and your family online. That includes protecting your devices, credit, financial accounts, logins and more. Additionally he covers finding and removing all your personal data from the web. It also includes a brief conversation with Rob Shavell (@robshavell) from DeleteMe about why it's so hard to find and remove your personal info from the internet. Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/security-action-list   Partner Deals Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Protecting Your Devices Enable FileVault on Mac Device Encryption on Windows VeraCrypt Create a disk image using Disk Utility on Mac Cryptomator Boxcryptor CloudFlare’s 1.1.1.1 and Warp ExpressVPN iCloud Private Relay Logins 1Password Gmail Task Specific Emails (with +) YubiKey 5C NFC Security Key OTP Auth App Authy App Google’s Advanced Protection Program have i been pwned? Credit + Financial Accounts Free Annual Credit Reports Experian’s Free Credit Monitoring CreditKarma Freeze Your Credit: Experian | Transunion | Equifax | Chex | Innovis Opt Out Prescreen Removing Personal Info DeleteMe - Automate Removing Your Personal Data GitHub Data Broker Opt-Out List Remove Outdated Content Tools: Google | Bing Blur Home on Google/Apple/Bing Maps Remove Marketing Data: Axciom | LexisNexis Google New Options for Removing PII Stop unsolicited mail with DMAchoice DoNotCall Registry Full Show Notes (1:23) Protecting Your Devices (5:30) Securing Your Logins and Passwords (15:58) Locking Down Your Credit and Financial Accounts (21:01) Removing Your Personal Data Online (25:18) Interview with Rob Shavell from DeleteMe (39:54) Protecting Your Home and Home Address Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#77: Cybersecurity expert, Adam Levin, joins Chris to discuss all things cybersecurity, privacy, identity theft, and fraud. They cover how to avoid becoming a victim of online scams, ways to ​​effectively monitor your credit, managing the damages of identity incidents and methods to protect your personal information online.  Adam Levin (@Adam_K_Levin) is a consumer affairs advocate and cofounder of Credit.com and CyberScout. His mission is to educate consumers, businesses, law enforcement officials and lawmakers about consumer privacy, identity management, and protection. Adam’s weekly cybersecurity podcast is What The Hack and his critically acclaimed book is Swiped: How to Protect Yourself in a World Full of Scammers, Phishers, and Identity Thieves. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/cybersecurity-adam-levin   Partner Deals  DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Adam Levin: Website | Twitter Adam Levin’s Resources:: Book: Swiped: How to Protect Yourself in a World Full of Scammers, Phishers, and Identity Thieves Podcast: What The Hack With Adam Levin Episodes Mentioned: Episode 20: Axton Goes Looking For Her Identity Thief Episode 2: Christen’s Enemy with Benefits Episode 11: Mary Snags a Catfish Resources Mentioned:  Have I Been Pwned Annual Credit Report.com Credit Karma Consumer Federation of America Aura Lifelock Experian ProtectMyID Identity Theft Resource Center Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Reputation Defender Abine/DeleteMe Google Authenticator Authy 1Password Yubico    Full Show Notes (1:28) Protecting Yourself Online: Secure Passwords and Private Phone Numbers (3:27) Safeguarding Against SIM Swapping: Fundamental Basics (6:23) Setting Up Security Questions Like a Superhero (7:29) Securing Your Credit Identity (9:19) The Three M’s: Minimize, Monitor, Manage (9:50) Effective Credit Activity Monitoring Approaches (14:04) Paying for Credit Monitoring and Reporting Services: Is It Worth It? (14:58) Managing the Fallout from Identity Incidents (15:34) Assessing the Need for Expert Assistance (17:26) Resources for Credit Monitoring Services (20:12) Stolen SSN: Understanding Your Liability (23:11) The Range of Identity Theft and the Blame Game Evolution (26:28) Preventing Criminal Identity Theft: Available Avoidance Services (28:20) Evading Online Scams: Practical Strategies (31:25) Additional Advice on Online Security, Financial Identity Protection, and Scam Avoidance (41:19) Minimizing Risk in a "Surveillance Economy" (49:21) Chris's Strategies for Personal and Financial Identity Protection (50:52) Hardware Security Keys vs. Google Authenticator and Other Apps (52:08) Safely Storing Passwords and Removing Personal Information Online (53:39) Google Voice as Secondary Number and Scam Protection (55:44) The Necessity of VPNs (57:32) Limiting or Disabling Location Services for Self-Protection (59:24) Regular Auditing of Authorizations from External Accounts (1:02:21) Adam's Reassurance for Security Breach Concerns (1:08:46) Finding Adam Levin Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#76: Host Chris Hutchins tackles questions all about credit cards, points and miles. From his favorite credit cards (and two card combos) to racking up points on a small budget, preventing points from expiring, redeeming points, tools and services to manage your points, and what happens to your points when you die.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/listener-questions-5   Partner Deals Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign up Favorite Cards Note: not all cards are allowed to be mentioned here, so for a full list, visit our Best Credit Cards Page Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card Citi Premier® Card  Citi® Double Cash Card  American Express® Gold Card American Express® Green Card  Bilt Mastercard®  Top Welcome Offers & Bonuses Citi Premier® Card Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card American Express® Gold Card The Platinum Card® from American Express Hilton Honors American Express Card Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card Other Cards Mentioned Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express  Top Business Card Welcome Bonuses Capital One® Spark® Miles for Business Capital One® Spark® Cash Plus For other cards mentioned visit our Best Credit Cards Page Resources Straight to the Points Newsletter All the Hacks Transfer Partner List Upgraded Points: When do airlines release award seats? AwardWallet TPG App Point.me (Promo Code: HACKS) ExpertFlyer AwardNexus AwardLogic KVS Tool   Full Show Notes (2:45) Best Credit Cards (6:39) Citi and CapitalOne (9:18) Amex (10:23) Accruing Points in One Place (11:25) Best Signup Bonuses (16:55) Best Card for Visiting Kid in College (18:29) Cards for Big Upcoming Expenses (21:08) Best Family Card (21:43) Best Business Cards (23:41) Using Authorized Users to Build Credit (25:21) Meeting Minimum Spend Requirements (28:13) Earning Miles on Foreign Carriers (29:05) How to Earn Many Points (31:52) Points Expiry (36:56) Points After Death (40:14) Utilizing Points for a Large Group (42:55) Best Transfer Partners (44:01) Points Tool Stack (47:54) Booking in Advance for Best Deals (51:32) Latest Deals Connect with Chris Hutchins Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#75: Financial Samurai and bestselling author, Sam Dogen, joins Chris to discuss ways to maximize wealth-building and live life on your own terms. They cover Sam’s 70/30 rule for decision making, how Sam engineered his own layoff and the principles you can use to do it yourself, how real estate can be a significant source of passive income, and why we should all consider having our own online real estate, small business, or side hustle. Sam Dogen (@financialsamura) engineered his own layoff after working for 13 years in corporate america and created Financial Samarai, one of the largest independently-owned personal finance sites in the world. His Wall Street Journal bestselling book is Buy This, Not That: How to Spend Your Way to Wealth and Freedom. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/financial-samurai-sam-dogen   Partner Deals  Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Sam Dogen: Financial Samurai | Twitter Sam Dogen’s Books: Buy This, Not That: How to Spend Your Way to Wealth and Freedom How To Engineer Your Layoff Resources Mentioned:  Pacaso Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts Podcasts Mentioned: All the Hacks #19: Becoming a Better Investor with Andy Rachleff Travel Recommendations: Malaysia Kuala Lumpur National Palace Batu Caves Pulaus Penang Redang Island The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort Angkor Wat, Cambodia Southeast Asia Majorca, Spain Amsterdam   Full Show Notes (1:43) The Point of Financial Optimizations: Why Money Isn't the End Goal (3:30) Engineering a Layoff and Choosing an Alternate Career Path (5:53) Negotiating Severance Pay and Differentiating Between the WARN Act and Severance (12:36) Sam Shares the Core Principle He’s Held Since Middle School (14:19) Thinking in Probabilities and Not Absolutes: Sam’s 70/30 Rule (20:15) Earning Passive Income with Real Estate in Your Portfolio (26:59) Choosing an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage for Sensible Reasons (33:04) Strategies for Successful Vacation Property Purchases and Lessons in Income Forecasting (36:34) Establishing Your Presence Online in Real Estate (38:27) Venture Capital Demystified: Understanding VC and How It Works (45:12) Personal, Financial, and Tax Benefits of Running a Business (48:24) Selecting a Retirement Plan and Health Insurance as a Business Owner (52:21) Navigating Finances When Including a Partner in Your Business (54:33) Reasons for Residing in High-Income Tax Areas (57:58) Sam's Travel Recommendations (59:35) Exploring Malaysia: What to See and Do (1:01:13) Chris's ATM Misadventure During His Backpacking Trip in Malaysia (1:02:48) Contributing to Your Child’s 529 College Savings Plan (1:05:05) Choosing Between Public and Private Education Routes (1:07:43) Where to Find Sam Dogen Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#74: Hospice doctor and author Jordan Grumet, joins Chris to discuss making the most of your finances, relationships, and time. They talk about some of the biggest regrets people have at the end of their life, the money mind meld, how to broach difficult conversations with family members in a non-confrontational way, and why time perception work might be more useful than productivity hacks. Jordan Grumet, MD (@jordangrumet) is an associate medical director at Journeycare Hospice. He is also the host of the award-winning Earn & Invest podcast. His new book is Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/taking-stock-jordan-grumet Partner Deals  MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Jordan Grumet: Website | Podcast Jordan’s Book: Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life Podcasts Mentioned: All the Hacks #40: The Power of Regret, Motivation and Good Timing with Daniel Pink All the Hacks #36: Bucket Lists, Audacious Goals and Living the Life You Want with Ben Nemtim Earn & Invest #266: Only the Most important Hacks with Chris Hutchins Resources Mentioned:  Documentary Playing with FIRE  Books The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward The White Coat Investor: A Doctor's Guide To Personal Finance And Investing   Full Show Notes (1:48) Jordan's Insights from Conducting Life Reviews with Hospice Patients (5:19) Living Regret-Free: Embracing Intentional Living with Purpose and Meaning (10:31) Money as a Tool: Exploring Purpose, Identity, and Connections (16:11) The Tale of Three Brothers: Diverse Paths to Financial Independence (19:50) Putting Purpose and Identity into Action (27:56) Addressing the Money Mind Meld (31:34) Rethinking the "RE" in the FIRE Movement (35:09) Tools Beyond Money for a More Purposeful Life (38:25) Building Financial Stability with Multiple Revenue Streams (43:41) Incorporating Saving and Frugality Mindset into Daily Life (49:25) Leaving a Positive Legacy: Financial and Medical Legacy Documents (58:09) Overlooked Aspects of Legacy Planning (59:32) Exploring the "One More Year" and "What If" Syndromes (1:02:23) Time Perception and a Balanced Life (1:06:30) Time Optimization: Routines and Strategies (1:09:47) Allowing Others to Set the Pace (1:11:18) Leading by Example: Importance of Modeling Behavior (1:13:33) Teaching Money Management with the Yearly Allowance Technique (1:16:02) Jordan's Recommended Family-Bonding Travel Experience (1:18:21) Where to Connect with Jordan Grumet Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#73: In this bonus episode, Chris shares all the apps, products, services and chrome extension he uses to make his life more productive and efficient. That includes optimizing email, scheduling meetings, storing information and accessing everything quickly from your computer. He'll also share the products he uses at home to make life more efficient, including his desk A/V setup. Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/productivity-apps   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Gmail Shortcuts Gmail GTD Method Superhuman (1 month free) Calendly Nick Gray's Calendly Guide Notion Alfred App Rectangle App Chrome Extensions Library Extension Capital One Eno Lusha Tab to Window/Popup Don't F*** with Paste CardPointers + 20% off Pro Keepa OneTab BlueStacks Paprika 1Password Mics ATR2100X Shure SM7B + Cloudlifter + Focusrite 2i2 Headphones Apple AirPods Audio-Technica M50x Bose QuietComfort 35 II Video Logitech C920 + C930 Sony a7c + Elgato Camlink 4k ILOKNZI Teleprompter Duet Display Elgato Ring Light LumeCube Light Duet Display App Unifi Wifi System August Smart Locks Ring Alarm System Sonos Sound System Oura Ring ($50 Off)   Full Show Notes (00:58) Optimizing Your Email and Inbox (6:08) Streamlining Event Scheduling with Calendly (6:50) Efficient Online Information Storage (8:43) Organizing Everything Using Notion (10:43) My Preferred Productivity App: Alfred (12:04) Window Management Made Easy with Rectangle (12:33) Top Chrome Extensions for Productive Browsing (15:46) Running Mobile Apps on Your Computer (17:09) Recipe Organization and Meal Planning with Paprika (17:59) Passwords and 2FA Keys Management with 1Password (19:58) Enhancing Audio Quality with a Microphone (21:30) Favorite Headphones for Enhanced Experience (22:26) Elevating Your Video Setup (24:44) Ultimate Home WiFi Setup with Unifi (26:01) Home Tech: Locks, Alarm System, and Speakers (26:59) Fitness and Sleep Tracking Using the Oura Ring Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#72: Entrepreneur, YouTuber, and former doctor, Ali Abdaal, joins Chris to discuss strategies, tools, and hacks to live a happier, healthier, and more productive life. They talk about how to dial in productivity, ways to combat procrastination, strategies to read more efficiently, and their favorite apps to organize, process, and store information. Ali Abdaal (@AliAbdaal) is an entrepreneur, writer, YouTuber, podcaster, and former doctor. His passion is to share evidence-based strategies and tools that enhance productivity, make an impact, and promote a more fulfilling life. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/productivity-ali-abdaal   Partner Deals  Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Ali Abdaal: Website | YouTube | Twitter Ali’s Resources: The Ultimate Guide to Productivity These are the 24 apps I actually use each week to run my business and keep my life in order  Cambridge Recommendations Fitzbillies River punting Podcasts Mentioned: All the Hacks #63: Deep Work, Digital Minimalism and Becoming So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal Newport All the Hacks #68: Hosting Cocktail Parties, Building Relationships, Museum Hacks and Friends Newsletters with Nick Gray The Time Ferriss Show: Mr Money Mustache Interview Resources Mentioned:  Chris Sparks' Performance Assessment Books The 4-Hour Workweek Solving the Procrastination Puzzle: A Concise Guide to Strategies for Change Atlas of the Heart The Motivation Myth: How High Achievers Really Set Themselves Up to Win Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential Apps/interfaces Beeminder app Notes (Apple) Instapaper Readwise affiliate link: extended trial Superhuman affiliate link: free trial Notion Miro Things 3 (IOS) Todoist   Full Show Notes (1:44) Philosophy Behind Ali Abdaal's Professional Pivot and Self-Betting (5:13) Cal Newport's Lifestyle-Centric Career Planning and Taking Leaps of Faith (8:01) Transforming Learning into Profitable Ventures (11:46) Staying Motivated in Growing a YouTube Channel: Ali Abdaal's Experience (13:28) Balancing Business Success and Personal Excitement (15:34) Dialing in Productivity: Starting Points and Strategies (20:15) Distinguishing Procrastination from Prioritization (22:37) Ali Abdaal's Three-Part Approach to Combat Procrastination: The Fog of Obscurity (28:50) Addressing Procrastination Triggers and the Bridge of Anxiety (29:16) Enhancing Mindfulness with the RAIN Method (32:34) Evaluating Outcomes Based on Expected Value (34:31) Overcoming the Hump of Inertia: Initiating Action (41:04) Apps and Interfaces for Efficient Information Processing and Storage (47:02) Ali Abdaal's Life-Changing Productivity Hack (52:06) Reading More Effectively for Improved Retention (56:46) Ali Abdaal's Preferred Cambridge Recommendations (57:38) Where to Access Ali's Projects and Ventures   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#71: In this bonus episode, expert traveler, writer, and journalist, Sebastian Modak, and Chris break down their list of favorite places to visit on each continent. They talk about bridge jumping in Bosnia, scuba diving in Coiba National Park, the thrill of crossing the streets of Hanoi during rush hour, and a lot more. Sebastian Modak (@sebmodak) is a writer, multimedia journalist, and the editor-at-large at Lonely Planet. He spent 2019 circling the globe as the New York Times 52 Places Traveler, reporting from every destination on the Times’ 52 Places to Go list.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-bonus-episode-sebastain-modak   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Sebastian Modak: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Lonely Planet All the Hacks Podcasts Mentioned: Travel Hacks for Planning Your Best Trip Ever with Brandon Presser Resources Mentioned:   This is your brain on Antarctica: penguins, icebergs, and a lifetime supply of awe   Travel Destinations Mentioned North/Central America New Orleans El Salvador Las Flores Resort Nicaragua Costa Rica Santa Catalina, Panama Coiba National Park Tamarindo South America Cartagena, Columbia Medellín Quito, Ecuador Bonaire Aruba Europe Plovdiv, Bulgaria Kapana - Creative District Budapest Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina Bridge Diver's Club Tito's Nuclear Bunker Croatia Africa Dekar, Senegal Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Tazara Railway (between Tanzania and Zambia) Zanzibar Asia Indonesia Hanoi, De Nang, Saigon, Vietnam New Orleans Siberia Lake Baikal Olkhan Island Syria Lebanon Isreal Japan Kanazawa Shirakawa-go Setouchi Islands Setouchi Triennale Taiwan India Cambodia Oceania/Antarctica South Island of New Zealand Great Walks   Full Show Notes (0:42) Chris and Sebastian's Top Picks: North/Central America Journeys (0:49) South American Getaways: Sebastian's Suggestions (7:37) European Escapes: Chris and Sebastian's Favorites (12:47) African Adventures: Top Travel Picks (15:18) Asian Delights: Destinations Not to Miss (19:27) Sebastian's Japan Gems: Must-Visit Spots (21:49) Oceania/Antarctica: Tips and Travel Treasures   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and correct your breathing habits, highlighting the numerous health benefits of nasal breathing. James Nestor is a science journalist and award-winning author of the book Breath. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times and more. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/james-nestor-breathing-improves-health Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent 1Password: Free 2-week trial of my favorite password manager Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Indochino: 10% off my favorite bespoke suits and shirts (with code ALLTHEHACKS) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned James Nestor: Website | Instagram Books: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us about Ourselves Wim Hof Method Falim Sugar Free Chewing Gum SnoreLab SnoreClock Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (03:10) Why Humans Are the Worst Breathers and Why We Should Care (05:29) The Importance of Nasal Breathing (07:18) Ways to Identify if You're a Mouth Breather and How to Fix It (10:07) What Is Oral Posture and Why Is It Important? (15:58) The Problem with Straightening Your Teeth (22:07) How to Improve Nasal Breathing (23:39) The Benefits of Nasal Breathing and Deep Breaths (28:42) The Functions of the Left Nostril vs. Right Nostril (30:58) The Correct Way to Exhale (31:28) Breathing Techniques (39:14) Is It Possible to Overbreathe? (41:19) The Vital Role of the Underutilized Diaphragm (46:03) The Immediate Impact of Breathing Correctly (47:01) How to Fix Your Posture for Optimized Breathing (48:33) Products to Aid Better Breathing (50:58) Why You Should Learn to Hold Your Breath (55:50) The Benefits of Freediving (57:54) Best Breathing Techniques for Kids (59:34) Apps to Help You Track and Improve Your Breathing Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#70: Expert traveler, writer, and journalist, Sebastian Modak, joins Chris to talk about what he's learned from traveling to 80+ countries and living on four continents. They discuss what it means to travel like a journalist, how he uses those skills to plan a memorable trip, some of the unusual experiences he's had on his journeys, why travel is important for everyone, and he shares some of his favorite places to inspire your next adventure. Sebastian Modak (@sebmodak) is a writer, multimedia journalist, and the editor-at-large at Lonely Planet. He spent 2019 circling the globe as the New York Times 52 Places Traveler, reporting from every destination on the Times’ 52 Places to Go list.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-sebastian-modak   Partner Deals  Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Sebastian Modak: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Lonely Planet Publications Mentioned: On Québec’s Route Verte, not knowing what I was getting myself into was the best part 52 Places to Go in 2019 Resources Mentioned:  The World (Lonely Planet) Reddit Smart Wool Fjällräven Packing Cubes Takuhaibin Delivery Services   Full Show Notes (1:21) Travel Paradigm Shift: Rethinking the Way We Explore (2:52) Inspiring Travel Tales: Reasons Behind Wanderlust (5:16) Tailored Travel Quest: Choosing Your Ideal Destination (7:09) Unveiling Travel Resources: Fueling the Adventure (11:07) Reddit's Impact: A Cycling Odyssey Unveiled (14:55) Connective Travel Blueprint: Research and Accommodation (18:14) Immersive Travel: Cultivating Deeper Connections (26:04) Packing Precision: Sebastian's Essential Rules (29:11) Luggage Tracking Tech: GPS for Peace of Mind (30:55) Luggage Logistics: Checked Bags vs. Carry-On (33:17) Serendipity Crafting: Three Techniques for Memorable Moments (41:19) Family Travel Enrichment: Crafting Kid-Friendly Experiences (46:01) High-Value Experiences: When Time and Enrichment Matter Most (50:52) Globe-Trotting Odyssey: Sebastian's 52-Destination Year (54:41) Parting Travel Wisdom: Final Insights and Advice (55:48) Adventurer's Trail: Staying Connected with Sebastian's Journeys   Travel Destinations Mentioned Amalfi Coast Hawaii Slovenia Italy Provence Bordeaux France Spain Albania Croatia Czech Republic Prospect Park (Brooklyn) Alto Adige Quebec, Canada Bulgaria South Africa Uzbekistan Syria Turkey Siberia Tahiti Gambia Faroe Islands Dolomites Tokyo Kyoto Munich New York San Francisco New Orleans Galiza, Spain Chile Falkland Islands Denmark Orcas Island Mexico   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#69: In this bonus episode of All the Hacks, entrepreneur and author, Nick Gray and Chris discuss all things travel. They cover how to get the best value when purchasing airfare, tried and true strategies for combatting jet lag, favorite travel destinations, and more. Nick Gray (@nickgraynews) is an entrepreneur, investor, author, and founder of Museum Hack. His new book is “The 2-Hour Cocktail Party” How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings.”  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-bonus-episode-nick-gray   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Southwest- Wanna Get Away Plus Timeshifter app Couchsurfing App Photo of Eggplant Parmesan in rural Tanzania Nick’s Travel Resources Nick Gray's Kyrgyzstan Travel Videos [VIDEO] Azores Adventure Medellin, Colombia: Travel Tips and Tricks Bukhara, Uzbekistan | One day tourism adventure in Bukhara City Nick Gray's Trans-Pacific Cruise Disney Cruises Virgin Voyages   Travel Destinations Mentioned Canary Islands Buenos Aires Bogotá Hawaii Japan Bangkok Bali Vietnam Thailand New Zealand Mexico City Cabo San Lucas Oaxaca Costa Rica   Full Show Notes (1:28) Mastering Airfare: Nick and Chris Explore Booking Strategies (5:39) Airline Policy Shifts: Navigating Post-Covid Refund Changes (7:15) Points Maximization: Unveiling Flight Booking Insights (9:22) Jet Lag Defeat: International Travel Time Zone Tactics (11:48) Au Pair Adventures: Chris's Global Connections Influence Family Choices (17:44) Wanderlust Escapes: Dream Weekend Getaway Destinations (23:56) Essential Travel Tech: Nick and Chris' Must-Have Gadgets (25:41) Travel Hues: Nick's Guide to Must-Visit and Avoid Locations (26:38) Seafaring Sojourns: Exploring the Cruise Vacation Option   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#68: Entrepreneur and author, Nick Gray joins Chris to discuss his mission to get people to host more parties, make connections, build friendships, and live a richer life. They delve into why Nick thinks name tags and icebreakers are non-negotiable for parties and get a complete run-through of everything you need to do to make your next cocktail party easy and effortless. Nick also shares all the museum tricks and tips he picked up while running Museum Hack, the multi-million dollar renegade museum tour company he founded and recently sold. Nick Gray (@nickgraynews) is an entrepreneur, investor, author, and founder of Museum Hack. His new book is “The 2-Hour Cocktail Party” How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings.”  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/cocktail-parties-nick-gray   Partner Deals Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Nick Gray: Website | Blog | Twitter Nick’s Resources: How to Host a Party Website The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Website The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Amazon How to Host a Clothing Swap How to Plan a Networking Event How to Host a Happy Hour If I Had $10 Million Dollars, How Would I Live Differently? Music Playlist for Cocktail Parties Resources Mentioned:  The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters Mixily Partiful Chris’ go-to lemon ricotta pancake recipe Capital One Cultivist Deal  Academy of Sciences The Apollo Circle Metropolitan Museum of Art's Young Patron’s Program  Bank of America Museum Deal deYoung Museum AirBnb Experiences How Nick Gray Sold Museum Hack Podcast Nick’s Favorite: Museums Metropolitan Museum of Art (Take the entrance on 81st St to skip the lines) Legion of Honor  National Gallery of Art  New York City Recommendations New York City's Central Park (Picnic at Sheep Meadow) Washington Square Park  Scott's Pizza Tour   Full Show Notes (2:02) Insights to Building Relationships through Small Gatherings (3:02) Perfect Evening Crafting: Hosting Tips, Timing, and Guests (5:42) Effortless Elegance: Simplified Dinner Parties and Guest Numbers (8:01) Invitations and Kid-Friendly Affairs: Nick’s Step-by-Step Guide (18:55) Elevating Events: Pages, Touches, and Uniqueness (20:47) The NICK Party Formula: Crafting a Delightful Culinary Journey (21:55) A Graceful Farewell: Navigating the Party’s End (23:11) Atmosphere and Libations: Music and Cocktail Choices (25:11) Brews and Beyond: Nick’s Approach to Beverage Selection (29:08) Breaking the Ice: Mastering Effective Icebreakers (37:08) Time Management: Timely and Considerate Reminder Messages (36:56) Seeking Insights After Your Event: Valuable Takeaways (39:34) Elevated Event Planning: Creative Book or Clothing Swaps (40:55) Icebreaking Excellence: Strategies for Engaging Conversation (42:33) Host with Authority: Leading with Generosity and Grace (43:34) Transformative Takeaways from Successful Gatherings (44:35) Museum Hacks (46:42) Experiencing Galleries with a Twist (50:55) Nick’s Museum Picks (51:42) Budget-Friendly Museum Visits (1:00:42) Enriching Tours: Discovering New Destinations (1:01:54) Seller Financing in Business Sales (1:04:01) Friend-Focused News: Crafting and Sharing Quarterly Newsletters (1:06:04) Nick’s NYC Recommendations (1:07:44) SWhere to Find Nick Gray Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#67: Award-winning Hollywood producer Brant Pinvidic, joins Chris to discuss The 3-Minute Rule – his effective method of saying less to get more. They cover how to deliver a pitch or presentation that grabs your audience’s attention, how to structure that pitch using the WHAC method, owning the negative instead of trying to overcoming objections, and how the phrase “keep it simple” is the ultimate guide for all conversations. Brant Pinvidic is an award-winning film director, veteran television producer, C-level sales and presentation coach. He has been named to the Hollywood Reporter's 30 Most Powerful Reality TV Sellers and is widely recognized as one of the great creative sales leaders in Hollywood. His most recent book is “The 3-Minute Rule: Say Less to Get More from Any Pitch or Presentation”. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/3-minute-rule-brant-pinvidic   Partner Deals Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brant Pinvidic: Website | Twitter | Instagram Brant’s Resources: Book: The 3-Minute Rule: Say Less to Get More from Any Pitch or Presentation Travel and Adventure Club: Reject Average Brant’s Top Travel Destination Recommendation: Whistler, BC Companies Mentioned:  Exro Technologies Bed & Bale   Full Show Notes (1:31) Brant’s 3-Minute Rule: Say Less, Get More (05:53) Crafting Your Pitch with the WHAC Method (11:34) Applying the Method to Writing "The 3-Minute Rule" (15:34) Navigating a Hypersensitive Audience: Feedback and Outreach (21:20) Providing an Easy-Out and Wrapping Your Pitch (27:02) Owning Negativity vs. Overcoming Objections (31:33) Hollywood Storytelling for Effective Pitches (39:43) Mastering Communication in Decision-by-Committee Settings (45:12) Practicing and Rehearsing for Pitch Excellence (47:30) Guidelines for Effective Presentation Slides (50:16) Life's Guide: Keep It Simple (53:55) RV Adventures, Travel, and Everyday Connections (59:40) Brant’s Top Summertime Travel Pick (01:01:04) Connect with Brant Pinvidic Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#66: Rental car expert, Jonathan Weinberg, joins me to discuss saving money and getting the best rate when renting a car. We also delve into the state of rental cars today, strategies to avoid paying exorbitant fees, the advantage of status loyalty programs, car rental insurance, money-saving hotel, airfare, and travel hacks, and much more. Jonathan Weinberg is the co-founder and CEO of AutoSlash, a website dedicated to saving people money on car rentals. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/rental-cars-jonathan-weinberg   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn RocketMoney: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned AutoSlash | HotelSlash - discount code: allthehacks Resources Mentioned: Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Upgrade to Hertz President Circle with your Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Enjoy Emerald Club Executive level membership with your Visa Infinite card National One Two Free program Kyte - Rental Cars, Delivered On Demand AutoSlash Blog post: Hot to Avoid Car Rental Additional Driver Fees   Full Show Notes (2:05) History of the Rental Car Industry and the State of Rental Cars Today (5:21) Advice on When and Where to Book Your Rental Vehicle and Navigating Variables (11:15) Operation of the AutoSlash Search Engine (12:45) Prepay vs. Postpay: Finding the Best Rates (14:01) Maximizing Savings with Discount Programs (17:03) Caution with Employer or Corporate Discount Codes (20:05) Timing Your Booking for the Best Deals (23:07) Flexibility in Pick-Up Times, Grace Periods, and Weekend Rates (28:01) Comparison: 4/5 Star Brands vs. 2 Star Brands (33:18) Rental Company Benefits and Status Loyalty Programs (35:55) Choosing the Right Rental Vehicle (37:40) Considering Non-Traditional Rental Companies (40:43) Using Opaque Rentals and Broker Websites: Tips and Cautions (44:11) Handling Oversold Inventory and Unavailable Rentals (48:49) Negotiating Discounts and Free Upgrades (49:52) Pre-Paid Fuel: Pros and Cons (50:59) Insurance Options: Credit Card, Personal, Rental Company (53:17) Additional Liability Coverage and Points Booking (56:07) Utilizing Amex Rental Car Coverage (1:00:04) Avoiding Add-On Fees and Extra Charges (1:05:15) Strategies for Scoring Free Upgrades (1:06:05) Documenting Imperfections on Your Rental Car (1:08:17) Tips for Renting a Car Internationally (1:11:35) Using AutoSlash: Two Approaches (1:14:17) Money-Saving Hacks for Hotels, Airfare, and Travel Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#65: Host Chris Hutchins tackles questions about the current market, where to put cash, investing strategies, backdoor Roth IRAs, net worth tracking, financial planning and saving money on gas. Chris also shares some listener hacks to save money and the top deals he’s seen lately. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/listener-questions-4   Partner Links Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Investing All the Hacks Newsletter: All About Investing Part 1  Wealthfront: $5,000 managed free Series I Savings Bonds BlockFi (CEO Zac Prince: @BlockFiZac) CME FedWatch Tool Dollar-cost averaging just means taking risk later Wash-Sale Rule Definition Just How Valuable Is Tax-Loss Harvesting? Backdoor Roth IRA Definition Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) Conversion Explained Financial Planning XY Planning Network Wealth Foundry: George Galat V, CFP Tracking Your Finances Wealthfront: Net Worth Tracker + Free Financial Planning Mint: Budgeting App Kubera: Net Worth Tracker AssetDash: Track Crypto and NFTs Tiller: Import account data into spreadsheets Saving Money on Gas Citi Premier® Card GasBuddy: Cheapest Gas Station Finder App Listener Money Hacks Lowes Coupons Codes Cashback Monitor: Compare Cash Back Deals Across 100+ Sites Retailmenot: Earn Cash Back Lowes E-Gift Cards on Amazon Latest Deals Free Grubhub+ with Amazon Prime Free Uber One with Disney+ Free Cultivist membership for Capital One Cardholders (access 100+ museums) Podcasts Mentioned All The Hacks #43 - Why 50/50 Doesn't Work: A New Model for Happier Relationships with Kaley and Nate Klemp #59 - Save Money, Build Wealth, and Just Keep Buying with Nick Maggiulli #64 - Inflation and All Things Money with Jacob Goldstein #42 - Beating Inflation, Alternative Assets, and Simplifying Your Finances with Ben Carlson #55 - Maximize Your Points: Stacking, Buyers Clubs, Redemption Hacks, and More with Julia Menez On the Brink #329 - Zac Prince (BlockFi) on Navigating Through the Storm Animal Spirits Macro Voices   Full Show Notes (02:32) Current Markets: Money Needed in 3-5 Years (03:27) US Government Series I Savings Bonds (04:19) Crypto High-Yield Savings Accounts (05:55) High Yield Savings Account (06:47) Windfall Investing and Dollar-Cost Averaging (10:15) Tax Loss Harvesting (12:18) Direct Indexing (17:45) Backdoor Roth IRA for High Earners (19:31) Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) Contributions (22:08) Podcasts for Advanced Investors (25:27) Comprehensive Financial Planning (30:11) Streamlined Account Tracking (33:19) Saving on Gas: Discounts, Cards, EVs (36:53) Listener Money-Saving Hacks (40:08) Premium Subscriptions and Perks (41:03) Listener Success Story: Hotel Hack Wins (41:38) Nominate All the Hacks for Awards Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#64: Podcasting legend Jacob Goldstein joins Chris to discuss what's going on with inflation and what you can do about it. They also delve into everything money – how it originated, what its future might look like, how crypto fits in and some of Jacob’s favorite money hacks. Jacob Goldstein is a journalist, writer, and podcast host. He’s written for the Wall Street Journal, co-hosted NPR’s “Planet Money” for a decade, authored “Money: The True Story of a Made-Up Thing” and recently launched a new podcast, “What’s Your Problem?” Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/money-jacob-goldstein   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Jacob Goldstein: Twitter | Podcast: What’s Your Problem? | Podcast: Planet Money Jacob’s Book: Money: The True Story of a Made-Up Thing What’s Your Problem? Podcasts: Squeezing the Entire Internet Into a Shoebox Jacob’s San Diego Recommendations: Roberto’s Taco Shop - Del Mar Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Other Resources Mentioned:  Tesla Auto Loan Spreadsheet CME FedWatch Tool Series I Savings Bonds The Potential of Blockchain Technology with Chris Dixon Ryan Holiday  AutoSlash - Cheap Car Rentals Worldwide Kayak - Search Flights, Hotels & Rental Cars Tripadvisor Capital One Eno - Google Chrome Extension Truebill - Find & Cancel Subscriptions All The Hacks Traveling Podcasts:  Pro Travel Hacks for Every Aspect of Your Next Trip with Leigh Rowan Hacking Credit Card Points and Miles with Alex Miller Finding Cheap Flights to Anywhere in the World with Scott Keyes Redeeming Points for Max Value and Listener Q&A Upgrade Your Travel with The Points Guy Optimizing Points, Miles, and More Listener Q&A Travel, Hotel, and Credit Card Points Strategies for 2022 with Richard Kerr Travel Hacking Bora Bora on Miles and Points Travel Hacking the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous with Leigh Rowan Travel Hacks for Planning Your Best Trip Ever with Brandon Pressor Maximize Your Points: Stacking, Buyers Clubs, Redemption Hacks, and More with Julia Menez Listener Q&A Live Show + Big Anniversary Giveaway   Full Show Notes: (01:44) Current State of Inflation (04:55) Impact of Inflation (09:39) Inflation as a Positive Force (12:01) Financing Your Vehicle and Tesla Purchase (15:39) Preparing for Inflation and I Bonds (20:58) Understanding the Nature of Money (23:04) The Genesis of Money (29:09) NFTs, Crypto, and Money Evolution (36:14) Early Bitcoin Experiences (37:57) Future of Money and GDP Impact (41:52) Money Lessons for Children (44:46) Status and Keeping Up (49:01) Travel Hacks and Tesla Delivery Trick (55:00) Subscription Management and Flight Deals (59:56) Introducing "What's the Problem?" Podcast (01:02:18) San Diego Recommendations (01:03:47) Connect with Jacob Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#63: New York Times bestselling author and professor, Cal Newport, joins Chris to discuss building and living what he calls a “deep life.” We also delve into strategies that increase efficiency and quality of output, why constant email and messages are making you less productive (and what to do about it) and how to implement “high-quality leisure” into your life. Cal Newport is a professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University and the award-winning author of seven books that have been published in over 40 languages, including “Deep Work”, “Digital Minimalism”, and most recently, “A World Without Email.” Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/deep-life-cal-newport   Partner Deals RocketMoney: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Cal Newport: Newsletter | Podcast: Deep Questions with Cal Newport Cal’s Books: Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload All the Hacks Podcast: The Power of Regret, Motivation and Good Timing with Daniel Pink Study Hacks Blog: Work Less to Work Better: My Experiments with Shutdown Routines Resources Mentioned:  Paul Jarvis: Company Of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business Sebastian Junger Simon Winchester Steve Martin: Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life Steve Martin Quote: Charlie Rose Interview with Steve Martin (52:14) TEDTalk: Why You Should Quit Social Media Mouse Books Personalizing Your Productivity: The Time-Block Planner David Allen 43 Folders | Time, Attention, and Creative Work Cal’s Takoma Park Recommendations: Republic | Takoma Bev Co   Full Show Notes: (1:22) The Meaning of "Deep Life" (03:05) Radical Categories for a Deep Life (05:44) The Five Cs and Fostering Deeper Relationships (9:26) Data Supporting Lifestyle Changes (12:03) Lifestyle-Centric Planning and Dreams (15:50) Pursuing Passion in Life (18:53) Steve Martin's Impact on Cal (22:05) Hacks and Mindset Shifts (26:02) "Deep Work" and Cognitive Context (30:06) Time-Blocking and Avoiding Distractions (35:26) Slow Productivity and Quality Output (38:53) Office Hours for Focused Interactions (44:01) Overcoming Boredom Scrolling (46:20) Categories of Meaningful Leisure (51:13) Cal's Digital Minimalism Philosophy (55:03) Intellectual Activities for Boredom (57:29) Workday Boundaries and Shutdown Routine (1:02:35) Balancing Family and Work (1:05:35) Takoma Park Recommendations (1:07:18) Cal's Current Focus   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#62: Estate Planning experts Patrick Hicks from Trust & Will and Mani Mahadevan from Valur join me to discuss all the fundamentals of estate planning and what you need to do to protect yourself and your family. We also dig deeper into advanced tactics commonly used by high net worth families to mitigate taxes, grow their savings and preserve their wealth for the future. Patrick Hicks, J.D. LL.M. is Head of Legal with Trust & Will, serving as their General Counsel overseeing all attorney-related operations, including regulatory efforts and legal affairs. Mani Mahadevan is the Founder and CEO of Valur a company created to help entrepreneurs and investors keep more of their hard-earned gains. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/estate-planning-patrick-hicks-mani-mahadevan   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Trustworthy: 20% off The Family Operating System® Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals   Resources Mentioned Connect with Patrick: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Connect with Mani: Twitter | LinkedIn | Website All the Hacks Newsletter: Protecting Your Family with Estate Planning (what you need to know and do) Trust & Will: Get 15% off any estate plan at Trust & Will Valur: Get 3 months of trust administration free when you mention All the Hacks during signup Valur Blog Posts Valur Charitable Remainder Trust Guide Tax Planning Guide for Employees Save on taxes even if you have already realized your income Valur Crypto Tax Planning Guide Trusts 101   Full Show Notes  (1:34) Will Essentials and Relevance (04:37) Unplanned Demise: Consequences of No Will (09:00) Debts and Liabilities: Posthumous Impact (10:53) Will vs. Estate Plan: Core Distinction (12:07) Health Documents and Their Crucial Role (16:42) Revocable Living Trust: Benefits and Comparison (19:59) Navigating Probate: Process and Expenses (25:16) Templates vs. Attorneys: Choosing Assistance (29:10) Trust Advantages: Beyond the Basics (30:48) Trustee Responsibilities: Admin and Finance (37:04) Conversations with Estate Managers (38:58) Plan Updates: Staying Current (40:09) Secure Document Storage: A Must (41:30) Safeguarding Your Legacy: Patrick's Insights (44:29) Trust & Will Exclusive Deal for All the Hacks (46:20) Tax and Estate Planning Overview (49:43) Charitable Remainder Trusts: Purpose and Tax Benefits (54:48) Investment Restrictions in Charitable Trusts (58:02) Estate Tax Minimization: Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (1:04:26) Tax Strategy: Navigating High-Income Years (1:11:30) ILITs: Tax Opportunities and Beyond (1:13:41) Chris' Life Insurance Wisdom (1:16:17) Estate Planning Tactics: Three Key Approaches (1:19:25) Stretch IRAs, Secure Act, and Tech Innovations (1:25:01) Valur's Accessible Estate Planning Endeavors   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#61: Entrepreneur and author, Jen Glantz joins Chris to talk about how placing an ad on Craigslist as a social experiment changed her life. They also discuss how to turn your passion and natural talents into your primary source of income, three ways to maximize success in your business, and lessons learned about grit, resilience, and confidence. Finally, drawing on her experience as a professional bridesmaid, Jen shares tips and advice about everything from planning a memorable wedding to writing the perfect speech.  Jen Glantz ( @jenglantz) is the founder of Bridesmaid For Hire, as well as a speaker, professional coach, podcast host and author. Her most recent book about trying to get married in a pandemic is Finally the Bride. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/side-hustle-jen-glantz   Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Jen Glantz: Instagram | Website Jen’s Side Hustles: Podcast: You’re Not Getting Any Younger Blog Business: Bridesmaid For Hire Books: All My Friends Are Engaged | Always a Bridesmaid (for Hire): Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love, and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers Newsletters: Odd Jobs | The First Years of Marriage | Finally the Bride Kickstarter Game: The Newlywed Card Game Podcasts mentioned: The James Altucher Show: Make You a Millionaire! Jen Glantz EP01: You can't scale yourself! How to turn your knowledge into a million dollar!? You’re Not Getting Any Younger: EP 223: The 3 Best Life Hacks to Try (Chris Hutchins - All the Hacks) Other Resources Mentioned: Idea List App: NotePD James Altucher's 10+ Ideas a Day Getting Press: Help A Reporter | Qwoted: Reporters, Find Journalistic Sources Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York Recommendation: Joe's Pizza Full Show Notes  (3:44) Jen's Genesis: Inaugural Blog and Opening Pathways (4:42) Credibility Blueprint: Consistent Audience Engagement (7:25) Craigslist Catalyst: Weekend of Life-Altering Change (9:38) Bridesmaid for Hire: Roles and Hiring Profiles (12:00) Bridesmaid Adventures: Lessons and Applicable Insights (16:32) Wedding Prep Experts: Three Vital Consultants (19:14) Side-Hustle Quest: Finding Your Niche (21:10) Escaping Stagnation: Unblocking Creative Flow (22:49) Pricing Formula: Navigating Service Valuation (26:45) Success Amplifiers: Triad of Business Maximization (30:49) From 9-to-5 to Passion Full-Time: Jen's Journey (36:09) Jen on The James Altucher Show: Notable Appearance (38:49) Kickstarter Launch Strategy: Bringing Your Product to Market (41:19) Mentorship Insights: Varied Perspectives and Resilience (46:41) QVC Audition Tale: Lessons from a Bold Venture (48:33) Overthinkers' Guide to Effective Decision-Making (50:26) Memorable Weddings: Five Focal Points (53:06) Culinary and Beverage Excellence: Wedding Menu Magic (57:24) Unforgettable Guest Etiquette: A Guide (58:52) Perfect Speech: Crafting Memorable Wedding Toasts (1:00:12) Bridesmaids and Groomsmen Wisdom: Jen's Tips (1:00:45) Williamsburg Delights: Culinary and Exploration Picks (1:01:17) Stay Connected: Jen Glantz's Online Presence Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#177: Chris shares the best accounts to replace your checking account and maximize interest earning. He evaluates must-have banking features, compares 10+ bank accounts, assesses the pros and cons of switching accounts, offers automation tips to elevate your banking experience and so much more.  Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/best-bank-accounts-high-interest Partner Deals HubSpot: All-in-one customer platform to get more out of your business Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Mint Mobile: $15/mo for unlimited wireless on the nation's largest 5G network Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Membership Bank Bonuses Episodes #62: Protect Your Family, Mitigate Taxes and Preserve Your Wealth All-in-One High Yield Accounts: Fidelity Cash Management (SPAXX coming June 15) Wealthfront Cash Account (Get 5.5%) U.S. Bank Elite Money Market TransferWise (For international transactions) High Yield Savings + Checking w/ Overdraft: Mercury: Enter giveaway to skip the waitlist for Mercury Personal SoFi Capital One Discover CIT Bank Ally Bank Robinhood: Spending | Investing Schwab Checking Account Recurring Transfers: Zelle App Personal Finance Tracker: Copilot (Get 2 months free with code HACKS2) Wealthfront: Automated Bond Ladder + Calculator Automated Savings Plan Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (03:29) Must-Have Features in a Primary Bank Account (09:23) Tiebreakers to Consider for a Bank Account (14:43) High-Yield Savings Accounts (17:41) Regular Checking Accounts (21:43) The Most Optimal Way to Use a Bank Account (24:54) Comparison of Banks with Main Features You Need (28:50) Robinhood's Investing & Spending Accounts (30:52) The Difference Between Bank Accounts and Investment Accounts (33:25) The Schwab Checking Account (38:39) Unique Features of Mercury (44:33) The Wealthfront Individual Cash Account (46:15) U.S. Bank's Elite Money Market Account (47:17) Fidelity Cash Management Account (53:24) Chris' Top 3 Bank Account Recommendations (56:42) Is It Worth Switching Bank Accounts? (58:45) Simple Steps to Automate Your Financial Life Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#60: In this episode, your host Chris Hutchins shares his personal and professional story. He also explains how his life experiences, previous jobs and startups, and passion as an optimizer and entrepreneur inspired the creation of All the Hacks.  Full show notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/founder-story-chris-hutchins   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Full Show Notes (04:22) Nurturing Entrepreneurial Spirit: Chris' Youthful Journey (06:20) Boarding School: Fostering the "Let's Just Try It" Mindset (11:08) College Dean Connection: A Bridge to Professional Opportunities (13:14) Management Consulting Debut and Life-Altering Flash (16:17) Financial Crisis, San Francisco Move, and SXSW BarCamp Beginnings (19:30) Networking Dynamics and Diving into Freelance Waters (20:33) 8-Month Global Exploration: Chris and Amy's Economical Adventure (23:39) Startup World: Learning, Growth, and Google Venture (29:00) Financial Stability through Google Venture and Startup Leadership (33:55) Company Evolution: Crafting Self-Driving Financial Products (36:52) Spreading the Knowledge: Inception of All The Hacks Podcast (39:48) Chris & Amy's Wedding and Honeymoon Hacks Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#59: Data scientist and author Nick Maggiulli joins Chris to talk about the most important principles for saving money and building wealth. They also cover investing in a market decline, evaluating risk, reasons to not max out your 401(k), why he likes income-producing assets, and becoming comfortable spending your money. Nick also shares his biggest college admission hack and "maybe the greatest decision” of his life. Nick Maggiulli (@dollarsanddata) is the Chief Operating Officer at Ritholtz Wealth Management and the creator of “Of Dollars and Data”. His book, Just Keep Buying: Proven ways to save money and build your wealth, explores optimizing personal finance and investing with the aim of increasing your wealth. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/just-keep-buying-nick-maggiulli   Partner Deals Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Nick Maggiulli: Twitter | Instagram | Website Nick’s Book: Just Keep Buying: Proven ways to save money and build your wealth Nick’s New York City Recommendations: Quality Branded, Sushi Seki, Ko, Ollie’s, Thyme Podcasts mentioned: All the Hacks #6: The Psychology of Money with Morgan Housel All the Hacks #19: Becoming a Better Investor with Andy Rachleff All the Hacks #51: Travel Hacking the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous with Leigh Rowan   Full Show Notes (2:48) How People Should Be Operating During a Decline in the Markets (5:06) Making Minor Tweaks to Your Portfolio (5:53) Holding Cash or Investing in the Stock Market, Fast-Risk vs. Slow-Risk Decisions, and Trying to Time the Market (9:47) Taking Advantage of a Bear Market (15:09) Investing in Income-Producing Assets (19:21) Advice About Investing in Individual Stocks (21:21) Three Reasons to Sell Your Stocks (28:58) Investing in Non-Income-Producing Assets (29:57) Should You Max Out Your 401K? (34:37) Asset Location and Diversifying Your Portfolio (36:34) Hiring a Professional When Doing Any Type of Tax-Loss Harvesting (38:43) Focusing More on Income and Saving Rather Than Investing as a Young Adult (44:39) Transitioning Your Mindset From Saving to Investing (47:29) Reasons Why Merely Cutting Spending Isn’t the Path to Building Wealth in the Long Run (49:29) The Importance of Having an Absolute Measure of Wealth, Especially If You Don’t Feel 'Rich' (52:04) Nick Maggiulli's Top Principles for Saving Money and Building Wealth (54:45) Nick Shares His Greatest College Admission Hack and Tactics (Outside of Investing) to Increase Your Efficiency (58:17) Nick’s Favorite New York City Recommendations (59:46) Where to Find Nick Maggiulli Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#58: Emmy-award-winning journalist and author Adrienne Bankert joins Chris to talk about how to make kindness your hidden superpower. They also discuss, giving and receiving constructive criticism, cultivating kindness within yourself, establishing a relationships mentors, and Adrienne evaluates Chris’ performance as an interviewer! Adrienne Bankert (@abontv) is the host of Morning in America and a former national correspondent for ABC News. Her book, Your Hidden Superpower: The Kindness that Makes You Unbeatable at Work and Connects You with Anyone is about resilience, facing competition, and dealing with negativity. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/kindness-adrienne-bankert   Partner Deals Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Adrienne Bankert: Instagram | Twitter | Website Adrienne’s Book: Your Hidden Superpower: The Kindness That Makes You Unbeatable at Work and Connects You with Anyone Podcasts mentioned: All the Hacks #53: Travel Hacks for Planning Your Best Trip Ever with Brandon Presser All the Hacks #57: Living a Life of Excellence, Agility and Meaning with Navy SEAL Mike Hayes All the Hacks #37: The Surprising Habits of Backable People with Suneel Gupta Books Mentioned: Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity How to Win Friends & Influence People Backable: The surprising truth behind what makes people take a chance on you Other Resources Mentioned: Robin Arzón - Peloton Trainer that inspired Chris to create his running mantra Adrienne’s Good Morning America interview with the cast of “A Star is Born” Adrienne is now a Journalist at NewsNation Adrienne’s Chicago Recommendations: High Tea at The Peninsula   Full Show Notes (2:15) Practicing Kindness to Encourage, Inspire, and Put Everyone in a Better Mood (7:20) Using Subtle Reminders to Help Center and Calm Yourself (12:05) Discerning When to Provide Private Versus Public Critique, and Offering Constructive Feedback Rather Than Confrontation (15:47) How to Ask for Feedback When Looking to Improve Your Skills and Gain Wisdom (18:51) Reading a Room to Discern What Your Audience Needs (23:17) Hacks to Prepare Yourself and Your Environment for Effective and Meaningful Presentations (31:26) Strategies for Presenting Yourself in a More Personable Way With Colleagues During Online Meetings (37:29) How to Build Trust Through Kindness (40:21) Overcoming Selfish Moments and Opening Yourself Up to Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities (43:42) Ways to Politely and Kindly Remove Yourself From a Conversation (51:04) Honing Your Kindness Skills by Scheduling It Into Your Day (55:57) Establishing a Positive, Successful, and Reciprocal Relationship With a Mentor (1:00:58) Adrienne Provides Advice About Listening Attentively and Leading an Interview With Strength and Expertise to Pique Interests Maximally (1:05:15) Adrienne Bankert’s Favorite Chicago Recommendations (1:07:36) Using His Experience as an Investor and Entrepreneur, Chris Shares One Thing That Is Frequently Overlooked That Everyone Should Know (1:10:12) Where to Find Adrienne Bankert Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#57: Former Navy SEAL Commanding Officer Mike Hayes joins Chris to discuss leadership principles, strategies for successful communication, building confidence, and the most important lessons that he learned while serving in the Navy SEALs. Mike Hayes (@thisis.mikehayes) is a 20-year veteran of the Navy SEALs, where he last served as Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, overseeing a 2,000 person Special Operations Task Force in southeastern Afghanistan. He is also the former Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMWare, and author of Never Enough.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/purpose-meaning-mike-hayes   Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Point.me: $1 trial w/ this link (and the code HACKS) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Mike Hayes: Instagram | Twitter Mike’s Book: Never Enough Mike’s Sunapee, New Hampshire Recommendation: The Anchorage The US National Medal of Honor Museum: https://mohmuseum.org Podcasts: All the Hacks #19: Andy Rachleff Become a Better Investor All the Hacks #39: David Marquet The Language and Actions of Great Leaders All the Hacks #47: Arthur Brooks Finding Happiness, Success and Deep Purpose All the Hacks #52: Liz Moody Hack Your Health (While Still Enjoying Life) Full Show Notes (1:50) Three Principles for Every Endeavor (4:32) "Never Enough": Universal Relevance of Mike’s Book (6:01) Lessons from Near-Death Experience in Peru (8:54) Debriefing's Success-Driving Potential (11:59) Effective Message Delivery in Growth-Oriented Environments (15:43) High-Pressure White House Situations (17:14) Learning from Failure and Embracing Humility (19:49) Embracing Discomfort for Confidence (26:38) Rules vs. Innovation: Cost-Benefit Insight (29:22) Efficient Achievement Methods and Meeting Focus (32:53) Politely Refocusing Meetings: Chris and Mike's Strategies (38:24) Strength in Asking Tough Questions (43:48) Building Positive Networks Through Relationships (46:12) Tech and Tactics for Enhanced Focus (49:19) Iraq's High-Stakes Lessons: Calm Focus (51:52) Dynamic Importance of "Never Enough" Principles (55:57) Mike's Mission, Book Purpose, and Passion (58:05) Sleep's Role in Optimal Performance (59:41) Sunapee, NH: Mike's Dining Pick (1:00:44) Online Presence and Support for Mike's Missions    Quotes: “We're only excellent if we know we're never excellent enough.” -Mike Hayes Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#56: Today, our Host, Chris Hutchins (@hutchins) celebrates the one year anniversary of All The Hacks! This was a live Q&A recorded on May 9th, 2022 with All The Hacks listeners tuning in. Chris answers questions on earning points buying a house and car, how flexibility helps you save big on award flights, whether elite status is worth it and much more. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/anniversary-live-show   Partner Deals Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Masterworks: VIP access to skip the waitlist Point.me: $1 trial w/ this link (and the code HACKS) For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All The Hacks Episodes: #34 - Hacking Healthcare, Prescriptions and Medical Bills with Marshall Allen #11 - Making Money from Side Hustles with Nick Loper All The Hacks Upgrade Program - free upgrades, breakfast and more on paid luxury hotel stays Savanti Travel: High end travel concierge, owned by Leigh Rowan (ATH #1 and #51) Point.me and BookYourAward.com - Award booking services Notion: How I track all the information for podcast (and actually for our family) Countdown to the FOMC: FedWatch Tool for interest rate hikes CreditKarma: Free credit score and helps find cards you can get approved for Extra.App: Debit card that helps you build credit CardPointers: Get 20% at allthehacks.com/cardpointers Vuori: 20% off your first purchase at allthehacks.com/vuori Rakuten: Big Give Week with 15% cash back and free $40 for new users   Full show notes Maximizing Points for House or Car Purchase Last-Minute or Advance Booking with Points for Trips Choosing Luxury Stays in London Trip Planning in Japan with Credit Card Bonuses Balancing Points Maximization vs. Time Savings Importance of Elite Status IHG vs. Hyatt for Hotel Transfers Organizing Podcast Notes Efficiently Earning Bonuses with Lower Income Alternatives to BlockFi for High Yield Credit Tips for Students Availability of Cash Back Debit Card Prioritizing Financial Goals with Limited Resources Best Cards for Amazon Purchases Benefits of Discover Cards Optimizing Spend During Home Remodel   The Quick Hacks Use your favorite card for a down payment on your new car (including Tesla!) Don’t forget about “Position flights” or flying from one smaller airport to a major hub. CardPointers is an amazing app for tracking and optimizing your points. Don’t forget to try the “reconsideration line” if you ever get declined for a card If you have an old card, don’t cancel the card, it’s helping your credit score! If it has a fee you don’t want to pay, ask to get the card downgraded to a no annual fee card. When appropriate: don’t pay in cash, pay in gift cards!   Special Note Wish Amy and Chris the best of luck; baby two coming very soon! Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#55: Points expert, Julia Menez, joins Chris to go deep on all things points and miles, including points stacking, optimizing rewards, tools to help organize your points and miles, using buying clubs to earn lots of points, and Chris shares how a somewhat sketchy website saved him an extra 15% off a new couch! Julia Menez (@geobreezetravel) is a points strategy coach, speaker and host of the Geobreeze Travel podcast, where she interviews travelers from all walks of life about their points and miles strategies. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/maximize-points-julia-menez Sponsor Links Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Inside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by science Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family CardPointers: 20% off the app that helps you earn more cash back, points, and miles Point.me Award Search: $1 trial w/ this link (and the code HACKS) Selected Links From The Episode Connect with Julia Menez: Website | Instagram | Facebook Julia’s Podcast: Geobreeze Travel Julia’s gift to All the Hacks listeners: Geobreeze Hotel Upgrade Template Buyers Clubs PFS Buyers Club MYS Buying Group BuyForMeRetail @thepointsanalyst Pack Your Bags With Points Julia's Monthly Buyers Club Masterclass Earn More Points + $$$ Grabr - Get paid to bring items when you travel Rakuten - Cash back Fluz - Cash back Seated - 20%+ back at restaurants Dosh - Additional rewards Cashback Monitor - Find the best cash back Honey & RetailMeNot - Get Promo Codes SearchTempest - Search Craigslist Savendeals - Buy coupons MyVegas Rewards - Get points for Vegas Frequent Miler Doctor Of Credit Pay1040.com - Pay taxes with credit card ID.me - Discounts for teachers/military Optimizing Your Points Feedly AwardWallet Travelfreely CardPointers Credit Karma Point.me ANA Around the World Redemption United Excursionist Perk Scott’s Cheap Flights Credit Cards American Express® Gold Card  Bilt Mastercard® For other cards mentioned visit our Best Credit Cards Page Podcasts Geobreeze Travel podcast: Episode 7 - How to Stack Points and Rewards Programs with Angel Trinh (@pennywisetraveler) Episode 56 - How to Earn More Points on a Teacher's Salary with Zac Hood (travelfreely.net) Episode 67 - Brazil Travel Tricks and Military Benefits with Mark White Hacking the American Dream   Full Show Notes How people on a smaller budget can earn enough points for travel (03:05) Outsource buying, how participating in buying groups can work to your advantage (05:14) When sourcing items, do buyers usually pay more the item costs? (07:04) Buyer’s groups: are they reliable? (08:36) Using multiple cards to earn more points (11:10) Bringing electronic and medical devices to Latin America (11:55) Chris & Julia walk through an extreme example of how valuable ‘stacking’ can be along with ways to automate the process (13:40) The unbelievable benefits of stacking through dining portals (14:54) Using Cashback Monitor (18:45) Julia’s favorite app for stacking deals in Las Vegas (23:53) Chris highlights the “crazy amounts” of point stacking deals (26:39) Specific places to search online for timely deals to help organize your point balances (28:52) Why it’s important to understand the 5/24 rule and its exceptions (31:54) Julia Menez’s go-to cards and her advice for travelers who are just beginning to accumulate points (35:16) Amazing points redemptions (40:02) Buying points, is it worth it? (50:55) When paying taxes on a credit card might make sense (52:54) Hacks for military and their spouses (57:49) Julia's hotel upgrade template (59:56) Where to find Julia Menez online (1:01:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#54: Minimalist expert and award-winning author, Joshua Becker, joins Chris to talk about the many ways that “things'' get in the way of living a purpose-filled life. They discuss Joshua’s top decluttering strategies, the 8 distractions that prevent people from living more meaningfully, and hacks to help guide you toward achieving the benefits of a more satisfying life through owning less. Joshua Becker (@joshua_becker) is an expert minimalist, an award-winning author, and the founder of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to inspiring others to find more life by owning less. He recently released his latest book Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/minimalism-joshua-becker   Partner Deals Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Connect with Joshua Becker: Website | Instagram | Twitter Joshua’s Books:  Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life The Minimalist Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to a Decluttered, Refocused Life The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own Simplify: 7 Guiding Principles to Help Anyone Declutter Their Home and Life Clutterfree with Kids: Change your thinking. Discover new habits. Free your home Podcasts mentioned: All the Hacks Podcast #25 Nir Eyal All the Hacks Podcast #50 Adam Nash Resources Mentioned: Harvard Study: Exchanging cents for seconds : the happiness benefits of choosing time over money Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life Courtney Carver’s Website: Be More With Less Logan and Tammy Strobel’s Website: Our Tiny House Joshua’s Phoenix Recommendations: Barrio Cafe | Camelback Mountain Full Show Notes (01:39) Misconceptions About Minimalism (02:32) Importance of Fewer Distractions and Possessions (03:47) Joshua's Starting Question for Removing Distractions (07:01) Joshua's Top Decluttering Strategy (08:54) Staging Home for Calm Space and Purpose (13:12) Inspiring Transition to Minimalism (15:59) Letting Go of Seldom-Used Items (21:31) Decluttering's Impact on Space Use (22:49) Donate or Sell Valuable Items? (25:40) 5 Core Principles of Smart Spending (27:30) Buying Time vs. Having Fewer Items (29:38) Applying Minimalism to Your Space (31:09) 10 Questions for Minimalizing (34:07) Realization and Writing "Things That Matter" (35:53) 8 Distractions Preventing Satisfaction (40:04) Time vs. Happiness: Harvard Study (42:30) Focusing on Meaning Through Generosity (45:26) Overcoming Trivial Distractions (50:21) Phoenix Recommendations: Dine, Drink, Do (51:58) Finding More About Joshua Becker Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#53: Award-winning travel journalist Brandon Presser shares advice on choosing accommodations, critical factors to consider when planning a trip, his top travel hacks, and his favorite off-the-beaten-path points of interest. He also discusses his traveling philosophy and shares his top lesser-known travel destinations! Brandon Presser (@brandpress) is a freelance features writer and travel expert. He’s written 50+ travel guidebooks, contributes to numerous influential publications, and can be seen on Bravo's television series, Tour Group where he led a group of eclectic travelers around the world. He recently released his latest book: The Far Land. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/best-trip-brandon-presser Sponsor Deals Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Connect with Brandon Presser: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Website Brandon’s Work: Latest Book: The Far Land Guidebooks Articles Published Bravo’s Tour Group Where to Travel in 2022 Photo of Juxtaposition in Kyrgyzstan Brandon’s Hospitality Jobs: Maître d’ at Nobu Butler @ The Plaza Hotel Deckhand on a Luxury Yacht Commercial Flight Attendant Private Jet Flight Attendant Vegas High Roller Suite Manager Honeymoon Planner Madagascar Club Sandwich: Le Pavillon de l'Emyrne Japan Recommendations: Yanaka Kanazawa Kaga Hot Springs Shikoku Setagaya Shimokitazawa (Bear Pond Espresso) Daikanyama (Tsutaya Bookshop) Jiyugaoka Book mentioned: Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending Travel Shoes: Palladium Iceland Recommendations: Snaefellsnes Peninsula Hotel Egilsen   Full Show Notes (1:25) Misconceptions About Travel Planning (1:59) Essential Factors for Travel Planning (4:04) Fulfillment in Authentic Travel (5:28) Meaningful Travel vs. Checklist Approach (9:27) Thoughtful Generosity While Traveling (10:44) Authentic Experience vs. Commercial Vacation (13:36) Career as a Travel Fixer and Trip Planning Guide (16:10) Writing Guidebooks for Lonely Planet (18:11) Impact of Social Media on Travel (21:14) Using Instincts, Concierges, and Online Resources (27:02) Selecting a Quality Hotel Experience (29:39) Prioritizing Quality in Travel Essentials (29:51) Rating Metric: Quality of Club Sandwiches (32:20) Japan's Timeless Allure as a Travel Destination (37:43) Downsides of Travel Writing Career (39:32) Favorite Luggage and Travel Footwear (41:48) Balancing Photography and Immersion in Travel (43:50) Photography for Capturing Serendipitous Moments (44:00) Brandon's Top Travel Hacks (45:42) Cost-Effective Alternative Travel Locations (54:08) Brandon's Travel Bucket List (56:51) Defining a 'True Visit' for Country Counting (57:21) Experiences at High-End Hospitality Jobs (01:00:41) Pursuit of 'Eloise Moments' (01:03:51) Top Tips and Tricks from Years in Travel (01:07:54) Impact of Tokens of Gratitude on Travel (01:10:06) Book Recommendation: "The Far Land" (01:15:40) Travel Tips for Iceland and Japan   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#52: Writer and cookbook author Liz Moody joins Chris to discuss health and wellness hacks, including what kind of foods you need to be adding in, supplements, vitamins, cold showers, circadian walks, hydroxyapatite, taping your mouth, all her favorite health hacks, and more. Liz Moody (@lizmoody) is a health and wellness hacker. She is the author of two healthy cookbooks: Healthier Together: Recipes for Two-Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Relationships, and Glow Pops, contributing food editor for mindbodygreen, and host of the hit wellness podcast Healthier Together.  Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/health-liz-moody Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Liz Moody: Instagram | Podcast | Patreon | Cookbooks | HT Deck Chris on Liz's Podcast: Healthier Together with Chris Hutchins Liz Moody Episodes Mentioned: Glucose Goddess | Dr. Katy Milkmen | Dr. Anna Lembke | Mark Burhenne, DDS | Dr. Amishi Jha Liz’s London Recommendations: Dishoom | Canal Walks | Paddington Station | Camden Market | Nitrogen Ice-Cream | Gordon’s Wine Bar Products Mentioned: Athletic Greens | RiseWell Toothpaste | Boka Toothpaste  Affordable Life Insurance: Fabric 20% off Performance Apparel: Vuori Free Vitamin D + Travel Packs: Athletic Greens   Full Show Notes (01:33) Introduction to Liz Moody (03:14) Healthy Eating with Fruity Pebbles (07:55) Green Starter Hack (12:32) Cauliflower Rice Hack (14:07) Enhancing Flavor with Spices (14:42) Morning Routine: Starting with a Big Smoothie (18:48) Shelf Life of Spices (21:03) Liz's Taco Salad Recipe (22:13) Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Cookbook Approach (22:57) Embracing a Plant-Forward Diet (24:17) Considering Organic vs. Conventional Vegetables (25:19) Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef (26:20) Role of Supplements and Vitamins (28:22) Diversifying Your Produce Consumption (31:27) Setting Realistic Health Goals (33:47) Making Healthy Habits Enjoyable (35:31) Starting a Meditation Practice (40:17) Benefits of Cold Showers (41:38) Balancing Dopamine Levels (45:29) How to Take a Cold Shower (50:49) Incorporating Circadian Walks (53:22) Exploring Hydroxyapatite (55:54) Benefits of Mouth Taping (57:27) Introduction to the "Healthier Together" Deck (1:00:58) Liz's London Recommendations (01:07:00) Finding Liz Moody Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#51: Travel Pro Leigh Rowan joins Chris for a second time to discuss luxurious travel hacks, including getting the best prices on private jet travel, first-class experiences flying commercial, a look into high-end luxury resorts, and advice on tipping, luxury property rentals, and organizing your activities on your next vacation. Leigh Rowan (@leighrowan) is a serious travel hacker. He is the founder and CEO of Savanti Travel, a travel management company for executives, and prior to that was the COO of The Points Guy. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/luxury-travel-leigh-rowan Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/75BUUvUMyyM   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned All the Hacks Newsletter: Sign Up Leigh Rowan: Twitter | Savanti Travel Find empty legs on private jets: Villiers Jets | XO | Victor | OpenPoint Find your airline’s seat map: SeatGuru Find luxury properties: Cuvee Ridiculous villa Chris booked in Cabo: Villa Turquesa Perks and benefits experiment email: getupgraded@allthehacks.com Concierge Services: Quintessentially   Experience shared private flying: JSX   Full Show Notes (00:14) Introduction to Leigh Rowan (01:43) Ultra-High-End Travel Experiences (03:14) Exploring Private Jet Travel (04:42) The Truth About Private Aviation (06:25) Discovering Private Jet Deals (07:02) Cost of Renting a Plane (10:16) Understanding Cabotage (10:47) Common Uses of Private Travel (11:59) Private Jet Demand Post-Pandemic (15:13) The Private Jet Experience (16:41) Boarding and Disembarking a Private Jet (18:52) Traveling with JSX (20:32) First-Class Experiences in Commercial Flights (25:47) Potential Return of Premium Economy (28:57) Flying Business Class Internationally (30:47) Insights into High-End Luxury Hotels (31:20) Comparing Four vs. Five-Star Resorts (37:45) Luxury Resort Loyalty Programs (41:46) Upscale Luxury Property Rentals (47:35) Benefits of Using a Travel Advisor (51:28) Practical Tips for Tipping (56:02) Organizing Activities During Your Vacation (58:21) Finding Leigh Rowan Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#176: Chris and Nick share the strategies you need to know to easily get the most value out of your points and miles. They discuss the best and worst redemption options, transferring points, optimal ways to structure a trip, finding availability, tips for hotel and airline programs and more. Nick Reyes is the Senior Author at Frequent Miler and co-host of the Frequent Miler On The Air podcast. He is an avid traveler who's been to 60+ countries and loves collecting points and miles. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/nick-reyes-redeeming-points-and-miles Partner Deals MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investors Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Nick Reyes: Website | LinkedIn | X Frequent Miler On The Air Podcast How to find impossible hotel awards The best transferable points program is… Points for family travel All the Hacks: Episode #166: Best Tools for Booking Flights with Points & Miles with Greg the Frequent Miler Episode #91: Die With Zero: Net Fulfillment Over Net Worth with Bill Perkins Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify The Points Guy Article: Comparison of flights across travel portals Award Booking Services: point.me Concierge 10xTravel AwardCat Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:12) Why Nick Loves The Points and Miles Game (vs. Cash Back) (04:26) The Worst Ways To Redeem Points and Miles (08:12) Booking Travel via Credit Card Portals (11:51) How To Maximize Transfer Partner Redemptions (20:54) Is It Really Worth Investing Time To Learn The Points Game? (23:56) The Basics of Transferring Points (27:38) How Major Airline Alliances Work (31:29) Understanding Airline Ticket Pricing (32:55) 3 Things You Need In Abundance To Travel More (39:41) The Impact of Travel Award Availability (46:25) Optimizing Transfer Bonuses (48:08) How To Position Your Flight and Structure Your Trip (56:18) Redeeming Points and Miles For Different Airline Cabin Classes (1:00:59) How To Travel With Kids Using Points and Miles (1:06:32) Can Families Actually Use Awards to Fly Business Class? (1:14:03) Seat Hack For Traveling With Kids (1:16:53) Nick's Advice To Make Best Use of Points and Miles (1:24:56) Are Hotel Points Actually Worth It? (1:28:23) Award Booking Services Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: X | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#50: Entrepreneur and investor Adam Nash joins Chris to discuss the biggest misconceptions of philanthropy, the hurdles of giving, tax benefits for charitable donations, real estate investing, why Daffy was created, everything you need to know about Donor-Advised Funds, and more. Adam Nash (@AdamNash) is the CEO and co-founder of Daffy, a not-for-profit community built around a new modern way to give. Adam is a seasoned executive, investor and advisor. He sits on the board of the investing company Acorns, he teaches the "Personal Finance for Engineers" course at Stanford and he was previously the president and CEO at Wealthfront.  Full Show Notes at: https://www.allthehacks.com/giving-adam-nash View Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mERMZviCHx0   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Get a free $25 in your Daffy account: https://allthehacks.com/daffy Connect with Adam Nash: Twitter | Instagram | Adam's Blog | Daffy’s Blog Selected Works from Daffy’s blog: Let’s Close the Trillion-Dollar Generosity Gap | The Benefits of Donating Stock to Charity Adam’s Stanford Course: CS 007: Personal Finance for Engineers Book Mentioned: Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending by Elizabeth Dunn and Dr. Michael Norton   Palo Alto Recommendations:  The Post | The Sea | Stanford Campus | The Dish | Shoreline Lake Bilt Signup: https://allthehacks.com/bilt   Full Show Notes  (02:13) Dispelling Philanthropy Misconceptions (03:29) Determining Optimal Giving Amounts (09:22) Evaluating Wise Utilization of Organizational Funds (12:36) Maximizing Potential for Charitable Giving (15:10) Overcoming Challenges in the Act of Giving (20:44) Supporting Similar Organizations Through Giving (23:15) Exploring Tax Benefits of Charitable Donations (23:49) Understanding Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) (27:42) The Creation of Daffy (30:34) Analyzing High Fees on Donor-Advised Funds (33:04) Leveraging Appreciated Assets for Donations (38:31) Relocating Donor-Advised Funds (40:37) User-Friendly Donor-Advised Fund Apps (44:31) Investing Strategies within Daffy Funds (46:04) Common Personal Finance Misconceptions (48:10) Integrating Alternative Investments into Your Portfolio (52:36) Exploring Real Estate as an Investment Avenue (57:52) Palo Alto Dining, Drinks, and Entertainment Recommendations (59:41) Connecting with Adam Online   Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#49: This episode breaks down exactly how I booked a $20,000+ trip Bora Bora for less than $1,500 with points and miles. I'll break down finding flights, transferring the points, booking the hotels, my own recommendations for Bora Bora and all the hacks you need to make a trip like this possible yourself. Watch the video of this episode: https://youtu.be/wjX4K2RLOj8 Full Show Notes at: https://allthehacks.com/travel-hacking-bora-bora Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Suggested Episodes on Travel Hacking: #1. Leigh Rowan | #2. Brad Barrett | #27. Brian Kelly Point.me: $1 for your first month with this link (and using the code HACKS) Finding the right flight: point.me | FlightConnections | Google Flights | ExpertFlyer | French bee | Air Tahiti Nui Finding the right hotel: Google Hotels | AwardMapper | Costco Travel | FlyerTalk (example thread on St Regis Bora Bora) Tahiti Recommendations: Intercontinental Tahiti | Hilton Hotel Tahiti Bora Bora Recommendations: St. Regis Bora Bora Resort | Conrad Bora Bora Nui | Bora Bora Sharks and Stingrays | Amazon Floats   Full Show Notes (01:13) Listener Email (03:02) Setting the Trip Background (04:40) Experiencing Bora Bora (06:46) Navigating Flight Selection (06:57) Flightconnections.com (07:27) Google Flights (11:40) Expert Flyer (13:13) Point.me and Air Canada (16:24) Choosing the Perfect Accommodation (16:50) Google Hotels (18:43) Awardmapper.com (19:09) Booking with Marriott (22:30) Unlocking Upgrades (24:18) Insights on Flying Air Tahiti (26:41) Costco Hack for Savings (27:12) Managing Food Costs (28:13) St. Regis vs. Conrad: A Comparison (31:17) Insider Bora Bora Hacks Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#48: Investing expert Brian Feroldi joins Chris to discuss the current market, Brian’s counterintuitive investing philosophy, making an investor checklist, evaluating risk, investor policy statements, understanding market capitalization, creating an exit strategy, asymmetric bets and more. Brian Feroldi (@BrianFeroldi) is a financial educator, YouTuber, and author of Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing in School, But Weren’t, who has also written more than 3,000 articles on stocks, investing, and personal finance for the Motley Fool. He's been intensely interested in money, personal finance, and investing since he graduated from college and shares his knowledge with the world on Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Fool.com. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/investing-checklist-brian-feroldi   Partner Deals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Brian Feroldi: Twitter | YouTube | Instagram | Website | Motley Fool Articles Brian's Site: Long Term Mindset Order Brian’s Book: Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing in School, But Weren’t YouTube Video: Brian Feroldi’s Stock Investing Checklist: A Step By Step Guide Brian’s Investing Checklist: brianferoldi.com/checklist/ Stock Investing Platforms mentioned: Interactive Brokers | M1 Finance Rhode Island Recommendations: Hemenway’s Restaurant | Waterfire Providence | Tilted Barn Brewery  Books Referenced: Warren Buffet and the Interpretation of Financial Statements: The Search for the Company with Durable Competitive Advantage by Mary Buffett and David Clark The Little Book That Builds Wealth: The Knockout Formula for Finding Great Investments by Pat Dorsey 100 Baggers: Stocks that Return 100-to-1and How to Find Them by Christopher W. Mayer   Full Show Notes (01:15) Chris Welcomes Brian to All The Hacks (01:25) Making Sense of the Current Market (03:06) Brian's Perspective on Calm and Volatile Times (04:13) Timing the Market vs. Dollar-Cost Averaging (06:35) Brian's Approach to Managing His Portfolio (08:27) The Art of Evaluating Risk (09:43) Crafting an Investor Policy Statement (12:20) Building an Effective Investing Checklist (16:25) Educating Yourself for Informed Company Selection (19:54) Balancing Passive Investment with Bold Bets (22:55) The Role of Price in Stock Investing (25:20) Demystifying Market Capitalization (27:12) Exiting Positions in Response to Market Cap Growth (28:31) Defining Exit Strategies and Keeping Investment Journals (30:52) Doubling Down: Knowing When to Reinforce Positions (33:35) Brian's Counterintuitive Investment Philosophy (36:22) Brian's Choice Trading Platform (39:01) Evaluating Company Performance (41:18) Online Resources for Comparative Analysis (41:58) Venturing into Higher-Risk Endeavors (43:53) Researching and Unearthing Asymmetrical Bets (45:34) Differing Vetting Processes for High-Risk and Low-Risk Investments (47:28) Brian's Watchlist: Five Intriguing Stocks (49:08) Book Recommendations from Brian (52:52) Contrarian View on Accelerated Mortgage Payment (52:52) Local Rhode Island Recommendations (54:24) Connecting with Brian Online Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices