Stop chasing money, and start chasing happiness.
When Andrew Hallam isn't fighting off mosquitoes in tropical jungles, cycling up a mountain or trying to drive to Argentina in a van, he's speaking and writing about happiness and personal finance. The former high school teacher wrote the international bestselling books, Millionaire Teacher and Millionaire Expat. He has been profiled on CNBC and The Wall Street Journal, and is the first person to have a #1 selling finance book on Amazon USA, Amazon Canada and Amazon UAE. andrewhallam.com
"Balance is one of the best personal finance books you'll ever
read--because it's so much more than that. Andrew Hallam has
written an insightful guide to spending and investing money, not to
impress others but to build a life of satisfaction and
significance." Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author
of When, Drive, and To Sell Is Human
"Decades ago, Andrew Tobias gave us The Only Investment Guide
You'll Ever Need. It's still a good read. But Balance, by Andrew
Hallam, ups the game and takes us many steps further. Balance gives
us a complete, modern context for the role of money and investing
in our lives. Beneath a rich collection of anecdotes and stories,
this short book provides a depth of research into the realities of
investing and the errant relationship between money and happiness."
Scott Burns, personal finance columnist and creator of the Couch
Potato Portfolio
"Entertaining and well-written yet solidly rooted in science,
Balance offers a fresh look at what it means to be truly successful
in life." Marta Zaraska, bestselling author of Growing Young: How
Friendship, Optimism and Kindness Can Help You Live to 100
"In Balance, Andrew Hallam describes what it means to be
'successful.' And it's not what you might expect. If you want a
healthy mindset with respect to money, health, relationships and
purpose, you'll learn a lot from this humorous, impressively
researched book." Leon Logothetis, bestselling author of The
Kindness Diaries
"Andrew Hallam isn't just a fabulous personal finance writer. His
book, Balance, invites us to go deeper to consider one of the
oldest, most important questions of all time: 'How should I live my
life?' The right questions matter, and Andrew knows which ones are
worth asking." Adrian Juric, filmmaker and psychotherapist at
Vancouver Walk & Talk Therapy
"A must-read! Balance is a remarkable roadmap for overcoming the
greatest challenge in life: finding happiness. You will learn,
laugh, and be inspired by the personal stories and the science
revealing the intersection of wealth, health, and happiness. Andrew
Hallam is the best friend who tells you the truth about money, and
you'll be wealthier for it. Equal parts investing smarts and
wellness savvy, this rare book tells you how to have it all. A
flat-out great read." Kerry K. Taylor, founder of Squawkfox.com
"If you're feeling baffled by how to approach money in a
post-pandemic world, spend a few hours with Andrew Hallam. His new
book, Balance, offers a master class in how to invest wisely, but
it goes well beyond the normal stocks and bonds stuff. It offers a
wise meditation on how to think of money as part of your larger
life plan. Whether you're a multimillionaire entrepreneur or a
fitness buff living in his car by choice, you'll find insights here
that can reshape both your portfolio and your priorities." Ian
McGugan, The Globe and Mail
"In Balance, Andrew Hallam offers a simple and sensible approach
for a secure and satisfying life. He provides a guide to achieving
financial success, while promoting physical, emotional, and
spiritual well-being. It is a thoughtful and thought-provoking book
that I will strongly encourage my young adult children to read."
John S. Woerth, former chief spokesperson, Vanguard
"Balance is a must-read, filled with humorous stories and
scientific, evidence-based tips. Andrew Hallam explains how to
spend and invest your money to maximize life satisfaction--for you,
your children and your grandchildren. I highly recommend it." Larry
Swedroe, author of Your Complete Guide to a Successful and Secure
Retirement; chief research officer at Buckingham Strategic
Partners
"Low-cost index funds may be the smartest investment for most
people, but they won't tell you how to live a good life. Andrew
Hallam's excellent book, Balance, will." Benjamin Felix, Portfolio
Manager, Head of Research & Client Education, PWL Capital
"Imagine there was a multi-verse where the most content, satisfied,
happiest future version of yourself traveled back in time to give
you the blueprint to lead a fulfilling life. That's this book."
Preet Banerjee, financial educator at YourMoneyDegree.com
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