Erik is the creator behind the blog The Mastermind Within. His blog is a collection of books, advice and free stuff for readers to learn how to better themselves.
At only 25 years old, Erik is a homeowner and striving to increase his net worth.
Welcome Erik!
[3:12] Where did the idea for your blog come from?
· 2012- looking for ways to build wealth
· 2016- time to start a blog
· Started with a work friend
[5:37] What has been your most favorite blog post you have written?
· Best post was a joke post- marry for taxes blog post
· Most commented post
[8:32] What are your goals for the Mastermind Within this year?
· Staying consistent- 3 posts a week
· Have a lot of streams into his site
· Hopes- 25,000 page views a month
[13:33] You give away some free stuff on your blog…. What can Chainers expect to learn over there?
· 12 days of personal finance PDF
· Income statement spreadsheet
· Automated debt destruction tool
[17:17] What has been your biggest blogging high? Low?
· Low- feeling burnt out: took a break to reprior
· High: favorite post
[19:33] What is Quora? What can people find there?
· It’s a big question/answer site
· Informational site
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[23:42] Why do you think people struggle to achieve their dream?
· The Slight Edge: People know how to be successful, it’s the consistency bit
[26:35] I know you’re an avid reader and you recommend a ton of great books on your blog. What is one financial book that you recommend?
· The Automatic Millionaire
[29:15] Do you have a favorite quote?
· “You’re level of success will rarely exceed you level of personal development because success is something you attract by the person you become.”
[30:41] Any last advice?
· First, identify where you want to go
· Make the changes to do that
