Financial Fitness

The Journey from Wall Street to Badwater 135

By: William Corley

Narrated by: William Corley

William "Chip" Corley began his career as a stockbroker after graduating college flat broke. Growing up in a middle-class family in Clarksville, Tennessee, one thing was clear to him early on: he wanted to be successful and earn a lot of money. Upon becoming a stockbroker, Chip had no contacts, no money, and no experience. What he did have was a burning desire to succeed.

While the investment industry offers tremendous financial opportunities for the ambitious and driven, it is also a roller coaster ride of uncertainty, full of highs, lows, and the pressure to produce. Being a stockbroker and recommending investments to others is considered one of the most stressful ways to earn a living. The failure rate is 90 percent. To make it requires long hours on the job, endless phone calls, research, and high-volume sales quotas.

Chip rose to the challenge, which proved to be a great fit for his relentless work ethic. His early achievements and potential landed him a job on Wall Street in New York City. It was there he rose to the next level in his career. For 20 years, Chip continued to push.

By 2004, the toil of it all caught up with him. Chip was diagnosed with hypertension and given a lifelong prescription for medication to control it. It was at that moment Chip understood that it was time to implement changes. He began to make health a top priority. In the decade to follow, Chip transformed himself from a middle-aged workaholic to a top-caliber endurance athlete. By learning to eat properly, incorporating yoga into his routine, exercising regularly, and utilizing mentors and coaches, his health flourished. Fitness became the passion that led him to the next chapter of his life.

In 2005, he ran his first 5k with his son, Chipper. From there, he continued his athletic pursuits by running a 10k; half and full marathons; 70.3 and 140.6 Ironman triathlons; 50k, 50-mile, 100k, and 100-mile ultramarathons; and ultimately, Badwater 135, considered the world's toughest footrace.

Financial Fitness chronicles Chip’s journey in the world of investing and business to his path fueled by fitness and health, and offers tons of tips en route to inspire others to find their own financial and physical well-being.

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What I needed!

I started running about two months ago after taking a 12 year break from actually exercising. My mentor told me I should buy a few things to help me. But truthfully the best suggestion was to download this book! I like most people on this earth like to make money. I also wanted to start a workout routine like I’ve attempted many times and never succeeded. Well since I’ve read this book it’s helped me grasp ahold of my finances and recommended a lot of great ideas/ mindsets and really reinforced the way I live. But it’s also help me run and work out 6 days a week, to know that it’s possible to endure what this man has in such long distances makes every mile seem more doable. I thank you for writing this book I really do as it helped guide me on the path I truly needed.

Amazing and Inspirational!

What made the experience of listening to Financial Fitness the most enjoyable?

Mr Corely is clearly passionate and knowledgable about both financial and physical fitness. I love how easily applicable his philosophies. This transcends physical and financial fitness. This is a life skills book!

What other book might you compare Financial Fitness to and why?

Unshakeable by Tony Robbins - Focus on mindset to succeed!

What about William Corley’s performance did you like?

It is clear that he lives and owns this. His southern drawl is also nice to listen to.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Any additional comments?

Love it!

Motivational: Fitness and Financial Success Story!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book is for anyone striving to achieve a higher standard of healthy living and financial success.