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ChooseFI | Financial Independence Podcast

Social Distancing With Style

ChooseFI | Financial Independence Podcast

Jonathan Mendonsa & Brad Barrett | Choose FI Media, Inc

Investing, Business, Careers

4.85.2K Ratings

🗓️ 20 March 2020

⏱️ 25 minutes

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Summary

Federal Reserve rate cuts just opened a financial window that most people will miss—especially if you're carrying student loans at pre-pandemic rates. The savings opportunity is real, measurable, and sitting there while everyone focuses on everything except their loan terms. Social distancing doesn't have to mean isolation or inactivity. Families can stay engaged and active, finding creative ways to connect while maintaining safety. The hosts highlight personal anecdotes about engaging in outdoor activities, such as family workouts and social distancing walks, reinforcing the importance of routine and connection during challenging times. They discuss financial aspects of the current situation, particularly how the Federal Reserve rate cuts present opportunities to save on loans, especially student loans, by refinancing at lower rates. Key Topics Discussed Social Distancing with Style [00:00:10] How to maintain connection and activity while adhering to social distancing. Adapting routines and finding joy amidst challenges. Family Activities During Isolation [00:04:01] Engaging in family workouts, outdoor activities, and creative ways to stay connected. Jonathan shares about a family workout session at home inspired by CrossFit. Financial Resilience with Lower Interest Rates [00:12:35] Recent Federal Reserve rate cuts and opportunities for refinancing loans, particularly student loans. Mention Credible as a resource for finding lower interest rates. Accidental Homeschooler Resources [00:18:55] Resources created for parents who suddenly find themselves homeschooling due to school closures. Access to activities for children of all ages. Action Items Stay Active: Plan family outdoor activities to keep everyone engaged during isolation. [00:05:10] Refinance Loans: Review your student loans and consider refinancing to benefit from lower interest rates. [00:13:02] Utilize Homeschool Resources: Take advantage of the "Accidental Homeschooler" resources available online. [00:19:10] Notable Quotes "Avoid moping; instead, find engaging ways to connect and be active." [00:04:00] "Staying active and exercising is crucial, even during social distancing." [00:04:47] "Now is the perfect time to refinance your loans for better rates." [00:13:02] "Look for opportunities during tough times to benefit financially." [00:18:23] Related Resources Wad Prep Workouts Credible Student Loan Refinancing Accidental Homeschooler Resources

Transcript

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0:00.0

The world has changed a lot over the last several years.

0:02.0

And there's many industries that have been adversely

0:04.0

and negatively affected by that.

0:06.0

And the career outlook in those industries

0:08.4

has been tarnished or damaged maybe for years to come,

0:11.6

which has put a lot of people in a pinch

0:13.4

and looking for the possibility of a pivot.

0:16.4

We've put an increasing amount of focus

0:18.2

on unlocking the power of certificate programs,

0:20.9

which enable us to quickly pivot into a new career

0:24.5

in a very cost-effective manner,

0:26.2

unlocking fantastic income potential

0:28.6

and remote work flexibility.

0:30.7

For those of you that are maybe for the first time

0:32.5

considering making a similar transition,

0:34.8

let me encourage you to check out Salesforce

0:36.7

as a potential option.

0:38.6

It's hard to overstate how amazing the growth potential

0:42.4

in this particular industry is

0:44.2

and how amazing the starting salary is,

0:47.4

even for people that are literally working their first job

0:50.7

in this role with no prior experience.

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