Last year, I was invited to speak at CampFI, a retreat for those pursuing financial independence and early retirement. The host Stephen has crafted an amazing experience where people can connect on a deeper level. It's not just discussions on investing and financial strategies, but about building a meaningful life while on the path to FI.
Never before had anyone spoke about giving, and specifically effective giving. So I was thrilled when Stephen invited me to come speak. I see such an incredible opportunity to talk about giving in the FI community. As a movement, we have achieved so much and have changed so many lives for the better. But there is still so much more that we can do. And I want to show the community that we can not only optimize our own financial plans, but that we have a great opportunity to help others.
In my CampFI talk, "A Data-Driven Approach to Giving," I open up with this simple concept:
"Before I found out about FI, I thought that investing was only for the rich. Which we all know is not true. I also thought that donating meaningful sums of money was also only for the rich." It's so clear to me now this is also very false. We can all make difference, and save lives if we prioritize this in our financial plan.
In the talk, I discuss my struggles during the early years of my retirement, the book that changed my life, my views on donating and effective giving, and provide practical steps to achieve financial independence while making a meaningful contribution to save lives.
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