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How a 17 Year Old turned $1000 into Millions
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🎧 Listen now to learn how to master the crypto game, avoid the biggest investing pitfalls, and position yourself for financial success in 2025 and beyond.
At just 17, Efe Kelemci has achieved what most people spend a lifetime chasing—financial freedom. But how did he go from publishing a book at 4 years old to turning $10 a day into a $1.4 million crypto fortune? In this episode, Efe reveals the highs and lows of navigating the world of finance as a teenager, the mistakes that cost him millions, and why he believes crypto is the future of money.
If you've ever wondered whether you’re too young (or too late) to build wealth, this conversation will change your perspective forever.
Timestamps:
0:00 – The 17-year-old crypto millionaire
3:03 – Publishing a book at 4 years old?
3:34 – Dad’s influence: Business mindset or clash?
7:31 – Balancing school and a crypto empire
10:36 – Bullied for success: How Efe handled the hate
15:30 – The youngest in crypto—does age matter?
21:25 – Turning $10 a day into $1.4M25:29 – All in with $1,000: Risk or genius?
26:30 – Spending habits: Millionaire mindset or frugal king?
28:59 – Matt’s advice: Ambition vs. happiness
36:41 – Too young to understand real money?
39:15 – The truth about “fake money” and online flexing
44:08 – Gary Cardone, secret billionaires & personal branding
45:13 – Crypto monetisation: Where the real money is made
46:31 – 6 months of research before spending a dollar
47:37 – Can under 18s even buy crypto legally?
50:08 – Advice for crypto beginners: Where to start
56:28 – The future of money: Crypto vs. Fiat
1:01:17 – Final thoughts & the biggest crypto opportunity of 2025
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I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth.
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Chapters
1. Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Publishing a Book at Just Four Years Old (00:03:03)
3. The Influence of Efe’s Father on His Career (00:03:34)
4. Balancing Education with Business – Still in School? (00:07:31)
5. School Life & Social Dynamics – Facing Bullying (00:10:36)
6. Becoming the Youngest Investor in Crypto (00:15:30)
7. Turning $10 a Day into $1.4 Million in 10 Years (00:21:25)
8. Going All In – Betting Everything on Crypto with Just $1,000 (00:25:29)
9. Financial Discipline – Is Efe a Big Spender? (00:26:30)
10. Matt’s Advice: Balancing Ambition, Satisfaction, and Happiness (00:28:59)
11. Understanding Wealth at a Young Age – Is It Too Early? (00:36:41)
12. The Debate on Fake Money in Thumbnails (00:39:15)
13. Gary Cardone, Personal Branding & The World of Secret Billionaires (00:44:08)
14. Monetisation Strategies in the Crypto Industry (00:45:13)
15. The Mindset of a Smart Investor – Six Months of Research Before Spending a Dollar (00:46:31)
16. Can Minors Invest in Crypto? The Legal Perspective (00:47:37)
17. Advice for Beginners – How to Navigate the Crypto Space (00:50:08)
18. The Future of Cryptocurrency & Fiat Currencies (00:56:28)
19. Final Thoughts & The Crypto Investment Opportunities for 2025 (01:01:17)
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