Stephen M. Pollan Books

In his national bestseller, Stephen Pollan introduced a radical strategy for managing money in today's unpredictable financial environment. This new volume explores the other side of the equation: earning. Pollan emphasizes that living rich is less about net worth or income and more about freedom. The ultimate form of financial freedom comes from working for yourself, regardless of your boss. He argues that the only barrier to earning enough for your dream life is your relationship with money. By acting rationally rather than emotionally about income, you can discover that money can indeed buy happiness. The four tenets of the philosophy are: **Make Money.** Many believe work isn't solely about earning, but bills tell a different story. **Don't grow, change.** Be prepared to shift your career as conditions evolve. **Take Charge.** In the modern era, being proactive and taking measured risks is essential. **Become a mercenary.** Think independently as a free agent, responsible for your own security and always seeking new opportunities. This volume not only explains Pollan's radical workplace philosophy but also offers a comprehensive A to Z action plan—from "accountants" to "Web sites"—enabling readers to apply these principles to every aspect of their working lives and truly embrace the concept of living rich.

From America's most trusted financial advisor comes a comprehensive guide to a new and utterly sane financial choice. In Die Broke, you'll learn that life is a game where the loser gives his money to Uncle Sam at the end. There are four steps to the process:Quit TodayNo, don't tell your boss to shove it...at least not out loud. But in your head accept that from this day on you're a free agent whose number one workplace priority is your personal bottom line.Pay CashYou should be as conscious of spending as you are of saving. Credit should be a rarely used tool for those few times (buying homes and cars) when paying cash is impossible.Don't RetireYour work life should be a journey up and down hills, rather than a climb up a sheer cliff that ends with a jump into the abyss.Die BrokeIt sounds terrifying, the one intolerable outcome to your financial life. And yet, in truth, dying broke might be your best option for a life without fear: fear of failure and privation now, fear of impoverishment in the long run.

This work reveals simple truths that inspire individuals of all ages to discover and embrace lasting happiness, supported by real-life stories and insights from spiritual leaders and philosophers. For over thirty years, Stephen M. Pollan, an attorney and life coach, has guided clients on various aspects of life, from home buying to parenting. He encourages readers to "Die Broke" by utilizing assets rather than accumulating an estate, to stage "Second Acts" for life reinvention, and to "Fire Your Boss" to reclaim control over their work lives. Pollan emphasizes that both attitudes and actions are vital for success. He found that the happiest and most successful individuals are often the most energetic and exuberant, regardless of age. By adopting these attitudes, Pollan realized they form the foundation for a happy life. The essential attitudes for deep satisfaction align with teachings from spiritual leaders and philosophers across traditions. True self-worth and fulfillment come from within, not from external validation. To achieve happiness, we must take responsibility for our own joy. The secrets to a fulfilling life reside within us; we simply need to start living them. This book offers a pathway to begin that journey now.