What's up, guys? Today I've got an incredible episode for you featuring the brilliant Codie Sanchez. If you don't know Codie, she's a master in the world of business acquisition and deal-making, and she's back with us for the third time! Codie's been on a mission to empower people to take control of their financial destiny through business ownership. Now, in this episode, we're diving deep into why ownership is the cornerstone of wealth accumulation and how you can find and take over small businesses—a hidden goldmine of opportunity.Codie and I are going to explore the massive $68 trillion wealth transfer happening from baby boomers to younger generations, much of which is tied up in small businesses. You'll learn the critical steps Japan has taken to manage this kind of economic shift and why similar steps could create unparalleled opportunities for young people here. We'll also talk about the practical skills you need to succeed as a business owner and how to navigate the turbulent waters of entrepreneurship.If you've ever thought about owning a business or are curious about how to build substantial wealth outside the stock market and real estate, this episode is a must-listen. Codie's insights will give you the tools and confidence to seize your financial future.SHOWNOTES BlackRock's influence can sway company decisions. Small, nimble businesses can outperform large companies. Young people face tough job and economic challenges. Government printing money causes inflation and devalues. Self-employment increases financial freedom and independence. Criticism of governor became more accepted. Behavioral economics essential for building wealth. Stock market viewed as long-term gamble. Men risk everything for an attractive woman. Purchase for tools simplifying money-making decisions. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSRange Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.comRosetta Stone: Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.comBetterhelp:This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/impacttheory and get 10% off your first month.ButcherBox:New users that sign up for ButcherBox will receive 2lbs of 100% grass fed ground beef in every box free for the lifetime of their subscription + $20 off your first box when you use code IMPACT at https://butcherbox.com/impact Netsuite:Spend less time looking backwards, and more time on what's next. Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning at https://NetSuite.com/theoryGoldback: Goldbacks are currency for now, and for the future, get yours at https://impacttheory.co/GoldbackITNovMiro: Bring your teams to Miro’s revolutionary Innovation Workspace and be faster from idea to outcome at https://miro.com.Legal Zoom: Launch, run, and protect your business at https://www.legalzoom.com/ – use promo code 'IMPACT' for 10% off!Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactWhat's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here:If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you.Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeuLISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheoryFOLLOW TOM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices