Winning in Wealth: Yes, Teachers Do Become Millionaires Feat. Dr. Steve Frandsen

From one educator to another, you’ll hear how the education system can maximize your compensation and make it work for you. Dr. Steve Frandsen, author of “The Millionaire & Me: A Teacher’s Guide to Becoming a Millionaire,” current educator and principal, discusses the secrets of wealth and the teaching profession. He’ll explore the positive aspects of this career path and how to take advantage of the unique possibilities that exist within it. This isn’t just another finance expert talking about money — it’s someone who truly understands the day to day realities of educators and has discovered practical ways to build real wealth while living that life. You work hard. Your money should be working hard for you. Dr. Frandsen discusses 5 levers: 1. Maximizing Your Retirement Benefit 2. Make the Profession Pay You 3. Tell Your Money What to Do 4. Put Your Money to Work 5. Expanding Your Options #WealthBuilding #MillionareMindset #MoneyPodcast Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:57 – Dr. Steve Frandsen's Journey from Educator to Author 04:07 – The Inspiration Behind “Millionaire & Me” 05:03 – Challenging Systemic Messages: Teachers & Wealth 08:16 – “Five Levers” for Teachers to Build Wealth 14:46 – Uncovering “Hidden Financial Potential” in School Districts 23:33 – Common Misconceptions: Pursuing Wealth While in Education 27:03 – Working After Retirement & How It Fits into Wealth Building 29:27 – How Finances Affects Your Effectiveness as an Educator 31:40 – Common Financial Mistakes Teachers Make 33:43 – Dr. Steve Frandsen's Financial Journey &Strategies 37:36 – Last Words & Challenge to Educators 39:15 – Outro Are you new to TRS or in the middle of your career? Be sure to designate your beneficiaries as soon as possible in your TRS online account. We want to hear from our members! Please email the show for topic inquiries, questions, and comments! Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Host: Everett Crockett Guest: Dr. Steve Frandsen, “The Millionaire & Me” Author Join us on social:   / trsgeorgia     / trsgeorgia     / trsgeorgia     / state-of-georgia-teachers-retirement-syste...   https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... (Listen to the TRS podcast - Your Retirement in Focus) This podcast is for information purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or tax advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and may not reflect the views of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia.