SYNOPSIS
The deck may be stacked against you, and the financial road may seem steeper than ever before, but with the right strategies and approach to risk lies hope. "Risk Required" introduces you to the concept of having enough money to declare your independence and retire early, escaping the endless grind of the nine-to-five.
In an age where financial dreams can seem like unattainable fantasies for Millennials and Gen Z, "Risk Required" is the rallying cry for those determined to seize control of their future. It's an unapologetic guide to escaping the constraints of the rat race, amassing personal wealth, and achieving financial independence on your terms.
This compelling narrative chronicles the author's personal journey—from growing up as a gay individual in a restrictive boarding school to the liberating moment of quitting their job at age 32. The opportunity to take control of their life, shielded and ultimately liberated from their boss by their own financial cushion.
PODCAST
SOME FAVOURITES
10. PRODUCING SUCCESS
Ed Pitt Ford interviews Hugh Worskett Founder and CEO of Young Poet Records. Hugh describes how he set up the record label. Ed talks abut the investments he made into the label and how he put a value on the label when raising funds. Ever wondered how much a stream on Spotify is worth or how much a play on the radio is worth, listen to find out.
3. INVESTMENTS, THE BASICS
Gareth Barlow (Sky News presenter) interviews Ed Pitt Ford on smart investing. Ed explores investing from £10 to £1m, offering strategic insights to grow wealth.
1. STARTING OUT
Gareth Barlow (Sky News presenter) interviews Ed Pitt Ford on the drivers to accumulating wealth. Ed talks about growing up gay in the British boarding school system, setting up businesses, taking on debt, investing and ultimately quitting his job at 32 to enjoy his financial freedom.
ED PITT FORD
Author
Ed Pitt Ford BSc ARCS MBA is an entrepreneur and private investor. His MBA is from London Business School where he won a scholarship. He gained international experience at Tesco plc, before cutting his teeth in finance at Octopus Investments, investing £100m+ into renewable energy. Ed currently sits on the committee of a £2bn pension fund and is a non-executive director on the board of a record label.
