On this episode, Travis reacts to an old video of his 26-year-old self giving advice to young people in their late teens and early 20s. Eric—Travis’ producer—plays the video for him, and together they break down what young Travis got right, what he’d revise today, and why early career decisions matter more than most people realize.

On this episode we talk about:

• Why “getting a job” isn’t selling out—and how to earn while you learn
• The value of working for someone you admire instead of a random employer
• Why your 20s should be a decade of experimentation, skill stacking, and trying new things
• The importance of spending money on experiences and learning instead of flashy purchases
• How communication skills (door-to-door, telemarketing, network marketing) can transform your career

Top 3 Takeaways

1. Early career jobs are an opportunity to get paid to learn, especially when you align yourself with people you admire.
2. Your 20s should be used for experimenting broadly so you don’t lock yourself into the wrong path too early.
3. Invest in experiences, relationships, and skill development—not things that depreciate and don’t move your life forward.

Notable Quotes

“Earn while you learn—don’t underestimate the value of having a job.”

“Skill stacking in your 20s helps you out-earn everyone else in your 30s and 40s.”

“Travel is one of the most underrated personal development activities out there.”

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