Today’s guest is Luis Savery, Founder of Templo Education.

In this episode, Luis and I discuss why he started an organization focused on educating young adults about financial literacy.

We talk about why he believes your purchases reflect what you truly value, how to get someone to be your mentor, and the small yet significant difference between discipline and impulse.

This episode is perfect for anyone looking to be more intentional about how they handle their money.

Key Takeaways:

[5:07] How growing up in Upper Manhattan influenced Luis’ mindset on money

[13:18] The inspiration for Templo Education and how the organization works

[19:19] Why the school system fails to teach financial literacy and what Luis would do about it

[26:16] Luis’ advice on how to find a mentor and maximize that relationship

[33:43] Where you spend your money reflects what you value

[41:18] Discipline versus impulse

Favorite Quotes:

[18:38] Adding finances to your repertoire while you're learning enhances you no matter what career you’re in.

[22:50] I can feed the angel or the beast, whatever your habits are, more money is going to feed that.

[36:46] When you look at someone's bank account, you can really see what they value.

[43:05] When you don't plan, the money controls you, but when you plan, you control that money. You tell your money where to go.

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