EP 133: Sacrifices to Make to Get to The Next Level

In this episode of Properties to Profits, I get brutally honest about what it really takes to level up. Everyone wants more—more income, freedom, health—but few are willing to pay the price. The truth? That price is sacrifice. Whether you’re chasing your first $100K year or trying to break into the top 1%, I lay out what needs to be traded today to earn the life you want tomorrow.

 

This isn’t just motivation—it’s a practical audit of your time, habits, and excuses. I break down the seasons of sacrifice required at every income level, why most people never break through, and how you can collapse decades of progress into just a few focused years. If you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with slow growth, this episode is your blueprint for getting unstuck—fast.

 

Episode Timeline

 

[0:00] Why the next level always costs you something

[1:13] More money, more freedom, better health—and why most people stay stuck

[1:37] What you’ll need to sacrifice to climb the ladder faster

[2:26] Choosing your starting point: health or money—and how they’re connected

[3:02] The truth about what it takes to hit $100K+ (and keep going)

[4:12] Why blaming your kids, spouse, or past keeps you broke

[5:19] Cutting expenses, fast food, and low-value tasks to buy back your time

[6:02] Time audits, energy audits, and choosing what really matters

[7:21] Sacrifice now, or sacrifice later—the choice is yours

[8:17] Your 90-day challenge to reset, refocus, and start moving the needle

[9:02] Calling out your excuses—because someone else is doing more with less

 

3 Key Takeaways

1. Every new income or lifestyle level demands a new level of sacrifice—there’s no way around it.

2. Short-term sacrifice leads to long-term freedom, but most people delay and stay stuck.

3. Audit your time, money, and energy weekly—and get brutally honest about what’s holding you back.

 

Links & Resources

 

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