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Episode Synopsis
Why Smart People Stay Broke – And How to Break Free
They’ve got degrees.
They’ve got the knowledge.
So why are so many smart, accomplished people still broke?
In this episode, Muneeb Mushtaq reveals 3 surprising reasons why intelligence doesn’t always translate to wealth — and exactly what you can do today to change that.
Whether you’re a high-achiever stuck in a 9–5, an academic feeling unfulfilled, or a creator ready to step into your purpose… this is for you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why overthinking and self-sabotage are keeping you stuck
The purpose trap: when you’re in the wrong career for the wrong reason
How emotional misalignment burns out even the smartest people
The Adele effect: why real passion never feels like “work”
How to reset your nervous system and unlock abundance
A 3-part alignment formula to finally build the life (and income) you deserve
Timestamps:
00:01 – Why are so many smart people broke?
02:00 – The real reason intelligence doesn’t equal income
03:30 – Self-sabotage, overthinking & the research trap
06:00 – The danger of pursuing purpose handed to you
09:00 – Burnout, nervous system fatigue & emotional realignment
11:00 – How to align passion, purpose, and mindset to create wealth
Take Action Today:
Identify self-sabotaging thought patterns holding you back
Reassess if your current career path aligns with your true purpose
Download the free Clarity Blueprint to align your income with your passion
Follow Muneeb M.:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/muneebmushtaq
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/muneebmushtaq
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@muneebmushtaq
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/muneebmushtaq
Subscribe for weekly episodes on clarity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the CEO of your life.
#smartbutbroke #clarityovermotivation #ceoofyourlife #muneebmushtaq #mindset #personaldevelopment
They’ve got degrees.
They’ve got the knowledge.
So why are so many smart, accomplished people still broke?
In this episode, Muneeb Mushtaq reveals 3 surprising reasons why intelligence doesn’t always translate to wealth — and exactly what you can do today to change that.
Whether you’re a high-achiever stuck in a 9–5, an academic feeling unfulfilled, or a creator ready to step into your purpose… this is for you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why overthinking and self-sabotage are keeping you stuck
The purpose trap: when you’re in the wrong career for the wrong reason
How emotional misalignment burns out even the smartest people
The Adele effect: why real passion never feels like “work”
How to reset your nervous system and unlock abundance
A 3-part alignment formula to finally build the life (and income) you deserve
Timestamps:
00:01 – Why are so many smart people broke?
02:00 – The real reason intelligence doesn’t equal income
03:30 – Self-sabotage, overthinking & the research trap
06:00 – The danger of pursuing purpose handed to you
09:00 – Burnout, nervous system fatigue & emotional realignment
11:00 – How to align passion, purpose, and mindset to create wealth
Take Action Today:
Identify self-sabotaging thought patterns holding you back
Reassess if your current career path aligns with your true purpose
Download the free Clarity Blueprint to align your income with your passion
Follow Muneeb M.:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/muneebmushtaq
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/muneebmushtaq
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@muneebmushtaq
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/muneebmushtaq
Subscribe for weekly episodes on clarity, entrepreneurship, mindset, and becoming the CEO of your life.
#smartbutbroke #clarityovermotivation #ceoofyourlife #muneebmushtaq #mindset #personaldevelopment
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