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I Went From Substantial Credit Card Debt to Millionaire Status. Here's How I Did It. Start by not digging yourself into a hole.

By Jeff Rose Edited by Dan Bova

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In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Jeff Rose explains how he turned around his financials, going from being in debt and leaning heavily on credit cards to today, when he is a millionaire. He talks about the bad financial habits he learned from his father growing up, and how he had to learn to say the word no. He also stresses the importance of finding a partner to go into financial battle with, and how hard work can push you past your competitors and into a successful life.

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Jeff Rose

Certified Financial Planner, Author and Blogger

Jeff Rose is an entrepreneur disguised as a certified financial planner, author and blogger.  He's best know for his blog GoodFinancialCents.com and book, Soldier of Finance: Take Charge of Your Money and Invest in Your Future.  He's also the editor of LifeInsurancebyJeff.com. He escaped a path of financial destruction from dropping out of college with over $20,000 of credit card debt to become a self-made millionaire. His mission is help future generations achieve financial freedom by developing strong money habits and unleashing their entrepreneurial spirit.   

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