Hey Reader,

When was the last time you spent money on something you'll barely remember...

But passed on an experience you'll never forget?

I think we've all done it.

A new gadget.

Another subscription.

Something that felt exciting for about a week...

And now it's sitting in a drawer collecting dust.

But ask me about hiking through Glacier National Park with fellow entrepreneurs...

Watching my kids laugh around a campfire...

Or taking an adventure with the people I love most...

I can tell you every detail.

That's because experiences stick.

Stuff doesn't.

​And that's exactly why this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast got me thinking.​

I sat down with Eli Facenda, founder of Freedom Travel Systems, and let's just say... my mind was blown.

This dude booked a $6,000 business class flight... for six bucks.

Yep.

Six dollars.

Naturally, my first thought was, "Okay... what's the catch?"

Turns out, there really isn't one.

He's simply mastered something most entrepreneurs completely overlook.

Using the money you're already spending in your business to create unforgettable experiences instead of letting those rewards go to waste.

Now before you tune out because you think this is another "travel hacking" conversation...

It's not.

It's really about something much bigger.

Eli calls it experiential wealth.

And I absolutely love that phrase.

Because at the end of our lives, nobody's going to gather around and reminisce about how many credit card points we earned...

They're going to remember the family vacation.

The anniversary trip.

The adventure with friends.

The spontaneous weekend that became a lifelong memory.

That's real wealth.

One idea from our conversation really hit home.

Eli shared what he calls the Freedom Flywheel.

As your business grows, your business naturally spends more.

If you're intentional, those everyday expenses can earn travel rewards.

Those rewards can fund incredible experiences with the people you love.

You come home refreshed, more connected, and inspired.

Which gives you fresh energy to grow your business even more.

It's a cycle where your ambition actually fuels your relationships instead of competing with them.

That's Happy Hustlin'.

We also talked about creating what Eli calls Peak Moments.

Not just vacations.

Moments your family will still be talking about twenty years from now.

Because the best trips aren't about luxury hotels or first-class seats.

They're about being fully present with the people who matter most.

No Slack.

No inbox.

No endless scrolling.

Just making memories.

And honestly...

That's the kind of return on investment I'm interested in.

If you're already running a business...

Paying for software...

Payroll...

Advertising...

Inventory...

Or just everyday operating expenses...

This episode could completely change how you think about those dollars.

Not because you'll save money.

Because you might finally start turning your hustle into the lifestyle you've been working so hard to create.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here.

And don't forget to grab Eli's two free gifts for the Happy Hustle community, including the CEO Points Playbook and Payroll on a Credit Card Playbook. ​

I'd love to hear where you'd go if your next dream trip was already paid for.

Keep Happy Hustlin',

Cary and The Happy Hustle Team

P.S. If this episode reminded you that life's greatest ROI comes from experiences, not possessions, then you'll love our Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure. It's five days of unplugging, hiking, masterminding, sharing campfires, and building lifelong friendships with incredible entrepreneurs. We just had 2 spots open up, and I'd love to have you join us. Learn more here: thehappyhustle.com/mastermind​