66: Ben Lakoff - Invest in Yourself

Ben Lakoff is a start-up business consultant with a background in corporate finance, investment, and banking. He has traveled extensively and worked in South America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. In this episode, you'll hear from Ben Lakoff on: [21.30] His nonprofit work. Ben describes his involvement with Charity Makeover, an organization that helps increase the impact of small, cash-strapped charities. [26.44] Adjusting to change. He shares how the global Covid pandemic and the recent loss of his salaried job have forced him to relocate and radically rethink his life. [29.59]  Finding a way forward. Ben reveals how he regards his current situation as an opportunity to reflect and spend some time doing the things he loves before resuming his professional life. [36.26] Diet and exercise. Justin and Ben discuss fasting, the low-carb Keto diet, the health benefits of MCT oil, and finding the time to work out. [54.54]  His life as a digital nomad. After years spent traveling and working in far-flung locations, Ben admits he finally feels ready to embrace a more settled existence. Links from Episode: Ben's Website: www.benlakoff.com Ben's Instagram: @benlakoff Charity Makeover Website: www.charitymakeover.org Follow and Like Mindful Impact Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulimpactpodcast Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mindfulimpactpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justin-franciso/message