How will Trump’s economic policies affect your paycheck, the job market, and the cost of living in 2025? In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down five major policy areas that could have a direct impact on your finances.

📢 What’s Inside This Episode?
🔹 Lower Interest Rates – Will cheaper borrowing fuel inflation?
🔹 Eliminating the IRS – Could a flat tax system benefit some and hurt others?
🔹 Tariffs & Trade – Are new tariffs protecting U.S. businesses or raising consumer prices?
🔹 Energy Policies – Will deregulation lower costs or create long-term economic risks?
🔹 Immigration & Jobs – Could mass deportations lead to labor shortages and higher costs?

✅ Who are the real winners and losers of these policies? We break down the facts, real-world impact, and what it means for YOU.

💬 Drop a comment below—what do you think will have the biggest impact on your wallet?

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📌Chapters:

⏳ 00:00 Introduction to Economic Policies and Their Impact
⏳ 03:40 Interest Rates: The Key Economic Indicator
⏳ 08:35 The IRS: Potential Elimination and Tax Implications
⏳ 14:32 Tariffs: Protecting Domestic Industries
⏳ 24:27 Energy Policies: Balancing Short-Term Gains and Long-Term Sustainability
⏳ 30:36 Immigration and the Job Market: A Complex Relationship

Are your small daily purchases costing you financial freedom? ☕💰

In this episode, Adam Lang and Ben Adams explore the impact of everyday spending habits on long-term wealth. They break down consumerism, budgeting, and financial mindfulness, giving you the tools to take control of your finances today.

Key Takeaways:

• Small expenses can significantly impact financial health 💸

• The 'latte factor' highlights hidden spending habits ☕

• Living beyond your means leads to financial stress 🚨

• Mindful spending aligns expenses with personal values 🧘‍♂️

• Budgeting should prioritize savings and investments 📈

• Financial habits matter more than income in building wealth 🏦

• Delayed gratification is essential for financial freedom 🎯

🗝️ Key Quotes:

• "Do not save what is left after spending."

• "Mindful spending is key."

• "You have to be an investor."

🎧 Catch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms!

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Your Future Self: How to Think 10 Years Ahead | The Pursuit of Progress Podcast (S2E4)

Stop focusing only on short-term resolutions and start building the life you want for your future self. 🌟 In this episode, Ben Adams and Adam Lang share how to think 10 years ahead and take action today. 💡

What You’ll Learn:

• Why long-term goals give purpose and clarity 🔮

• How to visualize your ideal life in 2035 🏡

• Breaking down your vision into actionable steps 🛠️

• How long-term thinking prevents burnout and short-term distractions 💪

• Practical tips to overcome fear and uncertainty 🙌

  
  

🗝️ Key Quotes:

• “Begin with the end in mind.” – Stephen Covey

• “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” – James Clear

  
  

🎧 Find this episode and more on all platforms at www.adamsellsdenver.com/podcast and start building the life you’ve always imagined! 🚀