What’s the first step to making money with no savings?

How do you choose which opportunities to start with?

Today, Jay sits down with Codie Sanchez, a powerhouse entrepreneur, investor, and the mind behind Contrarian Thinking, a platform dedicated to empowering people to build real wealth through unconventional investments and small business ownership. Codie’s journey is anything but typical: she went from a middle-class background to finance jobs at Goldman Sachs and Vanguard, then pivoted into journalism, and finally found her calling by building wealth through owning small businesses.

Codie breaks down the idea that you don’t need groundbreaking ideas or tons of cash to get started, just a willingness to look beyond the obvious. From laundromats to vending machines, she explains how these “boring” businesses can actually be gold mines, offering steady and substantial returns that often get overlooked in today’s flashy, social media-driven vision of success.

Together, Jay and Codie dive into practical steps for starting your journey in business ownership. They discuss the essentials, how to make deals, manage risk, and recognize the right opportunities. Along the way, they debunk the myth that you need to be rich or have a finance degree to succeed. Instead, they focus on the importance of learning the language of money, cultivating grit, and keeping a curious mindset.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Take Control of Your Financial Future

How to Start Building Wealth Without a Big Idea

How to Identify Profitable Small Businesses

How to Build a Strong Relationship with Money

How to Turn Curiosity into Cash

How to Leverage Ownership for Financial Freedom

How to Find Under-the-Radar Investment Opportunities

You have the ability to create meaningful change, not only for yourself but for those around you, by building something that truly matters. Keep moving forward, and believe that financial freedom is within your reach.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

• 00:00 Intro

• 01:57 What Makes Rich People Rich?

• 04:40 The Reason Why People Don’t Talk About Money

• 06:30 Where Are We At Financially?

• 09:50 Misconceptions About What Makes Money

• 13:00 4-Step Process to Consistently Make Money

• 14:47 Academic Skills Don’t Translate to a Stable Career

• 17:44 Do You Need Money to Make Money?

• 23:06 The Key to Wealth is Taking Risks

• 26:48 We Can All Get Rich Together

• 32:52 Focus on the Foundation, not Tactics

• 35:28 You’ll Make Less Money if You Think You Will

• 36:57 Learn To Ask the Right Questions

• 43:57 The Best Mentorship Advice

• 49:06 You Can Make Money From Anything

• 52:33 The Richest People Started Small

• 54:19 What Core Business Skills You Should Invest In

• 01:00:16 Recognize Your Value to Get Better Deals

• 01:10:21 Every Business has a Value

• 01:13:49 Are You Bad at Math

• 01:17:47 Codie on Final Five

Episode Resources:

• Codie Sanchez | Website

• Codie Sanchez | YouTube

• Codie Sanchez | Instagram

• Codie Sanchez | Facebook

• Codie Sanchez | TikTok

• Codie Sanchez | LinkedIn

• Main Street Millionaire: How to Make Extraordinary Wealth Buying Ordinary Businesses

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What makes you feel confident about yourself?

How do you build your confidence when it’s low?

Today, Jay discusses a topic that's all too familiar - the constant barrage of unrealistic beauty standards. He challenges the notion of a singular "most beautiful woman in the world" and explores how societal expectations and media influence our perception of beauty.

Jay breaks down the historical and cultural factors that shape beauty standards, from the ancient Greek ideals of symmetry and proportion to the modern-day obsession with youth and perfection. He highlights the role of social media in perpetuating unrealistic beauty ideals and encourages listeners to question these norms and embrace their individuality.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Embrace Individuality

How to Build Self-Love

How to Set Boundaries

How to Appreciate Uniqueness

How to Practice Mindfulness

By understanding the forces that shape our perception of beauty and cultivating self-love, we can live authentic, fulfilling lives. Remember, true beauty radiates from within.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

03:21 Different Ways We Think About Beauty

07:32 Definition of Beauty Through History

13:49 Beauty Standards of the West

16:11 What Do We Believe to be Beautiful About Ourselves?

17:05 3 Ways to Build Self Love

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What triggers envy for you?

How do you turn envy into action?

Today, in this eye-opening episode, Jay Jay sits down with the legendary Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, a psychologist, educator, and bestselling author. This conversation has been in the making for years, and it’s packed with deep insights on human development, identity, and how ancient wisdom ties into today’s challenges.

One of the standout moments is when Jordan talks about his upcoming book, We Who Wrestle With God. He takes listeners through the timeless stories of the Old Testament, explaining how they provide profound lessons on values, integrity, and personal growth. He also talks about the importance of always telling the truth and viewing life as an exploration of what’s possible.

Jay and Jordan discuss how easy it is for people to get trapped in “false adventures”—chasing immediate gratification or quick fixes that ultimately don’t fulfill. Jordan reminds us that real growth involves shedding old parts of ourselves to move forward and align with bigger, long-term goals.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Build a Life of Integrity

How to Turn Failure into Learning Opportunities

How to Stay True to Long-Term Goals

How to Practice Gratitude Daily

How to Recognize and Avoid Short-Sighted Decisions

How to Align Your Actions with Your Purpose

How to Balance Ambition and Ethical Living

This conversation highlights the power of facing challenges, learning from experiences, and staying aligned with long-term goals.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

• 00:00 Intro

• 1:24 How Technology Exacerbates Manipulation

• 08::13 Escaping A Limited Reality

• 09:41 Addressing Problems At The Root

• 13:55 The Effectiveness of Psychotherapy on Psychopaths

• 18:17 The Mindset of Predatory Psychopaths

• 21:03 Tips for Women to Protect Themselves from Manipulative People

• 24:16 PTSD And Its Impact

• 27:17 How Stories Shape Our Identity

• 37:06 Why Self-Consciousness Leads to Misery

• 40:03 The Difference Between Seeing and Thinking

• 47:54 The Importance of Long-Term Vision

• 52:56 The Dangers of Envy

• 55:28 Strategies to Overcome Envy

• 59:57 The Role of Pride and Arrogance in Personal Growth

• 1:05:14 The Art of Understanding Through Listening

• 1:09:04 Avoiding the Weaponization of Truth

• 1:10:45 How Short-Term Gratification Derails Progress

• 01:13:11 Setting Standards With Encouragement

• 01:16:31 Sources Of Hope Today

• 01:26:02 Jordan On Final 5

Episode Resources:

• Dr. Jordan B. Peterson | Website

• Dr. Jordan B. Peterson | YouTube

• Dr. Jordan B. Peterson | Instagram

• Dr. Jordan B. Peterson | Facebook

• Dr. Jordan B. Peterson | TikTok

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