T1C 07 | The 1% Closer With Chris Salerno

In this episode, Chris Salerno discusses the sacrifices and mindset required to reach the top 1%. He explains that success demands delayed gratification, disciplined priorities, and the willingness to forgo comfort and leisure in pursuit of long-term goals. Chris shares how he lived modestly in his twenties, reinvesting every dollar into marketing and business growth instead of lifestyle upgrades. He highlights the importance of saying “no,” missing social events, and focusing relentlessly on the mission. Chris also touches on how he models work ethic for his son, showing that dedication, sacrifice, and purpose-driven work are essential values that lead to lasting success.

Bullet Points and Higlights: - Chris emphasized that reaching the top 1% requires risk and compromise. - In his early to mid-20s, Chris intentionally avoided a flashy lifestyle to prioritize long-term success. - He chose to live in modest or uncomfortable housing so he could reinvest his money into marketing and business growth. - Chris focused on delayed gratification, sacrificing short-term comfort for future freedom. - He stressed the importance of learning priorities early and directing money toward assets, not appearances. - Chris often had to say “no” to social events, nights out, and even personal commitments to stay disciplined. - He shared that he missed birthdays and special occasions as part of the price of success. - Chris highlighted that building something meaningful, like a billion-dollar business, always requires sacrifice. - He teaches his son by example, showing that hard work and dedication create opportunities. - Chris believes in modeling strong work ethic for his children, helping them understand the value of effort and perseverance.

Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links:

Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en

Chris Salerno's Links https://www.instagram.com/chris_salerno_/?hl=en&utm https://www.facebook.com/chris.salerno/?utm https://www.linkedin.com/in/salernochris?utm