Ep 176 - What matters to you most - and what are you prepared to do about it?
Release Date: 07/10/2025
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In this thought-provoking episode of A Wealthy Life, Vicki Wusche tackles the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence on the workforce and our financial security. With the rapid rise of AI applications and automation, Vicki explores the social, economic, and personal risks ahead, and most importantly, how to proactively prepare by creating a second, AI-proof income stream. This isn’t just about the future of work; it’s about your future. Vicki Wusche is a property investor, mentor, and host of podcast. With decades of experience in both financial education and real estate, Vicki...
info_outlineWhat truly defines a wealthy life, and are you prioritising what genuinely matters in yours?
This episode explores what it genuinely means to live a wealthy life -one that extends far beyond financial success.
Modern routines often demand more than they give, leaving little room for reflection on what truly matters.
We explore how daily choices reflect our core values and how frequently, our demanding work schedules overshadow our personal happiness.
The tension between societal pressures and personal priorities takes centre stage.
Common assumptions about success are examined - particularly the idea that constant activity or financial accumulation must come at the cost of time, energy, and peace of mind. The blurred boundaries between achievement and self-worth in the digital age also come under scrutiny.
The conversation also looks at how traditional gender roles shape expectations around work, status, and family life.
Whether the focus is on climbing the career ladder or nurturing personal fulfilment, the episode raises essential questions about where value is truly found.
As the episode draws to a close, listeners are encouraged to take stock of their own values - particularly in the context of ageing or approaching retirement.
Rather than striving for external recognition, there’s an invitation to shift towards internal satisfaction and self-acceptance.
For those caught in a cycle of constant busyness, now may be the right moment to reconsider what a truly fulfilling life means.
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Browse Books by Vicki:
Using Other People’s Money: How to invest in property 4th edition
Make More Money from Property: From investor thinking to a business mindset 2nd Edition
Property for the Next Generation: Securing your future in uncertain times 2nd Edition
The New Estate: Insights from the 22nd century
The Wealthy Retirement Plan: A revolutionary guide to living the rest of your in style
Or read the following Ebooks on VickiWusche.com:
9 Critical Property Principles
The De-Job Yourself Manual: Break your reliance on a monthly wage
The Values Manual: Understand what your values are and how they can be key to a successful business
The Goal Setting Manual: Create meaningful and practical goals then achieve them