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The Freedom Shortcut: How Anyone Can Generate True Passive Income Online, Escape the 9-5, and Live Anywhere
Ever dream of kissing your 9-5 job goodbye?Most believe that 'college - get a job - retire at 65' is the only option in life, including us. So that's what we "chose" to do.
About a week into working our first full-time jobs, something became extremely obvious.
This sucks.
We couldn't envision a reality where we'd truly be happy spending the majority of our waking days working hard at a job to help someone else's dreams come true. What do we get in exchange? A cute little paycheck that can just cover rent, food, and other bills we need to survive.
Call us naive and entitled, but we swore to ourselves that we'd never settle for a life like that.
A few years later, we're here to share the tale of exactly how we escaped the rat race and how we've helped thousands of others do the same.
The Freedom Shortcut is your step-by-step guide to creating your own income online so you never have to rely on a job to get paid. And I'm not talking about the kind of income where you grind out 10 hour days behind your laptop to make a little bit of cash.
I'm talking about the kind of income where you don't open your computer for 6 months to travel all around the world, yet deposits continue to hit your bank account every month on repeat. That's passive income.
Warren Buffett said it best - "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die."
The Freedom Shortcut walks you through 6
The Foundations - Everything you need to know about how passive income and the business model works.Choose - Choosing your nicheOutsource - Outsourcing the hard work to expertsLaunch - Launching for maximum salesMultiply - Multiplying your income streamsDiscoveries - What We Learned From Helping 10,000+ Students
The power this book holds is the equivalent to that of a college degree, except it'll take you months instead of years to start making money, you won't accumulate any debt, and the end result will be a life of freedom and autonomy rather than a life of being overworked and underpaid at a 9-5.
Scroll up and hit the buy button now to discover the new method thousands have used to shortcut their way to freedom.
About a week into working our first full-time jobs, something became extremely obvious.
This sucks.
We couldn't envision a reality where we'd truly be happy spending the majority of our waking days working hard at a job to help someone else's dreams come true. What do we get in exchange? A cute little paycheck that can just cover rent, food, and other bills we need to survive.
Call us naive and entitled, but we swore to ourselves that we'd never settle for a life like that.
A few years later, we're here to share the tale of exactly how we escaped the rat race and how we've helped thousands of others do the same.
The Freedom Shortcut is your step-by-step guide to creating your own income online so you never have to rely on a job to get paid. And I'm not talking about the kind of income where you grind out 10 hour days behind your laptop to make a little bit of cash.
I'm talking about the kind of income where you don't open your computer for 6 months to travel all around the world, yet deposits continue to hit your bank account every month on repeat. That's passive income.
Warren Buffett said it best - "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die."
The Freedom Shortcut walks you through 6
The Foundations - Everything you need to know about how passive income and the business model works.Choose - Choosing your nicheOutsource - Outsourcing the hard work to expertsLaunch - Launching for maximum salesMultiply - Multiplying your income streamsDiscoveries - What We Learned From Helping 10,000+ Students
The power this book holds is the equivalent to that of a college degree, except it'll take you months instead of years to start making money, you won't accumulate any debt, and the end result will be a life of freedom and autonomy rather than a life of being overworked and underpaid at a 9-5.
Scroll up and hit the buy button now to discover the new method thousands have used to shortcut their way to freedom.
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295 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 29, 2021
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July 25, 2021
You tucket to Financial Freedom is in these oages!
I have been so impressed with The Twins since first seeing them on YouTube. I am very skeptical of online businesses that claims to bring in mult-thousand dollar returns. But this idea is so simply and idiot proof that even I was impressed and signed on. The Twins are being honest when they sat it's not a get rich quick scheme. It will take a lot of thought, planning and effort, but nothing worthwhile is ever easy. The Twins are looking to help you succeed! So, get this book, read this book and get to work. It can change everything!
I have been so impressed with The Twins since first seeing them on YouTube. I am very skeptical of online businesses that claims to bring in mult-thousand dollar returns. But this idea is so simply and idiot proof that even I was impressed and signed on. The Twins are being honest when they sat it's not a get rich quick scheme. It will take a lot of thought, planning and effort, but nothing worthwhile is ever easy. The Twins are looking to help you succeed! So, get this book, read this book and get to work. It can change everything!
July 28, 2021
The twins changed my life
The methods taught in this book and the knowledge, expertise, passion and leadership of Christian and Rasmus has reignited my entrepreneurial drive in me and I am on the way to materializing my dreams through self publishing, as thought by the twins model. Thank you! Whoever reads this book is lucky!
The methods taught in this book and the knowledge, expertise, passion and leadership of Christian and Rasmus has reignited my entrepreneurial drive in me and I am on the way to materializing my dreams through self publishing, as thought by the twins model. Thank you! Whoever reads this book is lucky!
July 28, 2021
Your personal guide to FREEDOM
This book will guide you towards Financial freedom.
If you don't take benefit of this opportunity to leverage digital publishing for your freedom, you're not doing justice with yourself.
After reading this book, you can change your entire life in 6 months.
This book will guide you towards Financial freedom.
If you don't take benefit of this opportunity to leverage digital publishing for your freedom, you're not doing justice with yourself.
After reading this book, you can change your entire life in 6 months.
January 13, 2023
Great book that offers insight on likely the most passive long-term business model that exists to date. This offers enough details to get you started on your publishing journey and includes a lot of great stories, analogies, and diagrams.
It is really good at introducing you to the world of self-publishing as a business model and immediately works to combat the limiting beliefs you may have about why you can't succeed.
The only real problem with this book is that it is difficult to maintain the most up to date strategies in a book, which is why the most dynamic aspects of publishing (such as Amazon ads strategies) are only mentioned but not explained. Apart from that, there are also many nuances that advanced publishers use that are left out of the book.
Regardless, this book gives you 80% of what you need to know to succeed with publishing, which is more than enough for the price because most people will never even try to implement the advice given.
It is really good at introducing you to the world of self-publishing as a business model and immediately works to combat the limiting beliefs you may have about why you can't succeed.
The only real problem with this book is that it is difficult to maintain the most up to date strategies in a book, which is why the most dynamic aspects of publishing (such as Amazon ads strategies) are only mentioned but not explained. Apart from that, there are also many nuances that advanced publishers use that are left out of the book.
Regardless, this book gives you 80% of what you need to know to succeed with publishing, which is more than enough for the price because most people will never even try to implement the advice given.
March 23, 2024
The main idea is well presented. Seemed to cover all the basic questions. If any of it works, I’ll come back and change my rating to 5 stars (seems fair, since I can’t give 5 stars to a how-to book without knowing if it’s actually giving good advice).
July 31, 2021
The Mikkelsen twins may be the best-known successful entrepreneurs on the publishing planet, but it wasn’t always so. There was a time they had to deliver pizzas to earn a crust.
Today, their company, PublishingLife, tops the education industry with a team of 20. The engaging grins of Rasmus and Christian – seen romping around the world from Bali to Hawaii – have graced the covers of Forbes and Entrepreneur. Here riding an Egyptian camel, there playing leapfrog in some exotic Shangri La. The Mikkelsen twins, still in their 20s, live the life, my friends. And then some.
Their zippy enthusiasm and willingness to share the times they failed or got ripped off or collected egg on their faces is what makes the twins so utterly mesmerizing to anyone craving freedom from The Man.
One of their students, the hilarious Oliver El-Gorr, whose motivation was ‘preferring to sleep indoors,’ has made a mint in publishing. He, too, shares his advice and miscalculations in this most excellent guide – a route map of all the paths, detours, shortcuts, and false trails to the dizzy Himalayan peaks of publishing triumph. In their inimitable witty style, the authors take you by the hand and lead you step-by-step up the steep slopes and into dazzling blue skies of possibilities.
My only criticism is that this life-affirming volume, filled with tales of hard-won wisdom, didn’t come out sooner!
Today, their company, PublishingLife, tops the education industry with a team of 20. The engaging grins of Rasmus and Christian – seen romping around the world from Bali to Hawaii – have graced the covers of Forbes and Entrepreneur. Here riding an Egyptian camel, there playing leapfrog in some exotic Shangri La. The Mikkelsen twins, still in their 20s, live the life, my friends. And then some.
Their zippy enthusiasm and willingness to share the times they failed or got ripped off or collected egg on their faces is what makes the twins so utterly mesmerizing to anyone craving freedom from The Man.
One of their students, the hilarious Oliver El-Gorr, whose motivation was ‘preferring to sleep indoors,’ has made a mint in publishing. He, too, shares his advice and miscalculations in this most excellent guide – a route map of all the paths, detours, shortcuts, and false trails to the dizzy Himalayan peaks of publishing triumph. In their inimitable witty style, the authors take you by the hand and lead you step-by-step up the steep slopes and into dazzling blue skies of possibilities.
My only criticism is that this life-affirming volume, filled with tales of hard-won wisdom, didn’t come out sooner!
August 10, 2021
I’ve followed the twins for a couple of years now. I’m even part of one of their big publishing courses / groups. I’ve always admired their straightforward and fluff-free approach. So, when this book dropped, I made sure to pick it up and give it a spin.
My honest thoughts: it’s a great resource for getting started. If you’ve never thought to publish books online, or if you’re new to it, definitely check this one out. It’s a perfect introduction. That said, it is on the introductory side, so if you’ve been in the publishing game for a while, you may find it to be a little too basic.
Now, even though I didn’t glean a ton of new insights from it, I still really enjoyed it. It was a good refresher of old material, and it’s got a style that’s both engaging and so easy to follow. In addition, there are some fun and touching personal stories that are well worth the price of admission.
So, if you’re just getting started when it comes to making money online, or if you’ve got an idea for a book (or several) that you’re interested in getting off the ground, breeze through this quick read and start your journey. I think you’ll be glad you did.
-Brian Sachetta
Author of “Get Out of Your Head”
My honest thoughts: it’s a great resource for getting started. If you’ve never thought to publish books online, or if you’re new to it, definitely check this one out. It’s a perfect introduction. That said, it is on the introductory side, so if you’ve been in the publishing game for a while, you may find it to be a little too basic.
Now, even though I didn’t glean a ton of new insights from it, I still really enjoyed it. It was a good refresher of old material, and it’s got a style that’s both engaging and so easy to follow. In addition, there are some fun and touching personal stories that are well worth the price of admission.
So, if you’re just getting started when it comes to making money online, or if you’ve got an idea for a book (or several) that you’re interested in getting off the ground, breeze through this quick read and start your journey. I think you’ll be glad you did.
-Brian Sachetta
Author of “Get Out of Your Head”
February 7, 2022
Great reference
This book does what it promotes, it contains valuable information but lacks quality.
The publishing formula promoted in this book lacks the steps of editing and proof-reading, which is obvious when you read the book. Some chapters lack a topic that is mentioned in the table of contents and the structure isn’t good, when taking notes you have to improvise to get the sequence right.
However I still feel the book deserves four stars because it contains valuable information presented in a simple and easily accessible format. I feel the authors should have added a chapter on monetising from selling courses and other digital products on the back of their book sales as this is likely a bigger income stream for them then the actual book sales. The real profit in publishing non-fiction books is from selling other services or products on the backend.
This book does what it promotes, it contains valuable information but lacks quality.
The publishing formula promoted in this book lacks the steps of editing and proof-reading, which is obvious when you read the book. Some chapters lack a topic that is mentioned in the table of contents and the structure isn’t good, when taking notes you have to improvise to get the sequence right.
However I still feel the book deserves four stars because it contains valuable information presented in a simple and easily accessible format. I feel the authors should have added a chapter on monetising from selling courses and other digital products on the back of their book sales as this is likely a bigger income stream for them then the actual book sales. The real profit in publishing non-fiction books is from selling other services or products on the backend.
August 3, 2021
This book is a great introduction to the business of publishing. It truly does what it says on the cover and can release you from the 9-5 hamster wheel. However, it is only an introduction to a huge subject and I feel it would be impossible to put all this in a book. They do give you the option to take it further and I feel, for a limited outlay, this gives you a great introduction to the business, without committing yourself. It would be possible to enter the business and succeed just with this book, but I think most people will need a little more help. The twins are the best people to give you that help.
July 12, 2024
When I saw these guys’ as on YouTube, I figured they were teaching some kind of chicanery that would stop working soon, if it wasn’t already against the Audible terms of service. But no, everything they’re telling people to do is legit.
I’ve spent a lot of time in the publishing industry, and I can easily write a book or launch a bestseller. But as far as making significant money on Amazon? Not really, no.
According to these guys, I was missing two crucial points: not picking a sufficiently high-demand topic, and not getting 100 reviews. Also my titles should have more keywords in them. Everything else they recommend, I’ve already done.
Could it be this easy, and I just stopped three feet short of gold every time? Looks like we’re about to find out.
I’ve spent a lot of time in the publishing industry, and I can easily write a book or launch a bestseller. But as far as making significant money on Amazon? Not really, no.
According to these guys, I was missing two crucial points: not picking a sufficiently high-demand topic, and not getting 100 reviews. Also my titles should have more keywords in them. Everything else they recommend, I’ve already done.
Could it be this easy, and I just stopped three feet short of gold every time? Looks like we’re about to find out.
April 24, 2022
Great guide - time to test?
The twins do a good job of avoiding a sales pitch here. And there is one…
They wouldn’t mind if you paid into their academy. Fortunately, there’s no pressure to do so and the book doesn’t read as one big advertisement.
It feels a bit like an oversimplification but I don’t get to say that because I haven’t tried their system AND stuck with it (as they suggest).
The twins do a good job of avoiding a sales pitch here. And there is one…
They wouldn’t mind if you paid into their academy. Fortunately, there’s no pressure to do so and the book doesn’t read as one big advertisement.
It feels a bit like an oversimplification but I don’t get to say that because I haven’t tried their system AND stuck with it (as they suggest).
July 18, 2023
Very Inspiring
I’m someone who always follows recipes and patterns exactly because I want things to turn out right the first time. After reading this book I feel like I got good, specific information, a pattern if you will, that I can follow to get this right the first time. I want to give publishing a go and think I now have the information to do it…successfully. I do like the idea of someone “holding my hand”, so I think I will check into the AIA opportunity.
I’m someone who always follows recipes and patterns exactly because I want things to turn out right the first time. After reading this book I feel like I got good, specific information, a pattern if you will, that I can follow to get this right the first time. I want to give publishing a go and think I now have the information to do it…successfully. I do like the idea of someone “holding my hand”, so I think I will check into the AIA opportunity.
August 2, 2021
Wish I'd read this 5 years ago
Invaluable Insights into making a 5-figure and above income from publishing.
On a side note, my daughter was born in 2020 and I'm not sure me or my wife would have coped if she'd had a severe health problem so more power to you for keeping your business going during that difficult time. We wish your son health and happiness.
Invaluable Insights into making a 5-figure and above income from publishing.
On a side note, my daughter was born in 2020 and I'm not sure me or my wife would have coped if she'd had a severe health problem so more power to you for keeping your business going during that difficult time. We wish your son health and happiness.
October 25, 2024
These people are nothing but high end scammers. They are con artists that have built their entire business on taking 1000’s from people. Do not ever buy into their system it’s garbage product that a grade 6 can make. And an AI tool that is complete crap compared to any version of ChatGPT
Do your research people don’t become a victim
Do your research people don’t become a victim
August 24, 2021
Practical and Dynamic
This is one of the best books on this subject, it covers the technical aspects of book publishing very well and it deals with the psychological factors required to be successful. Will definitely be one of my go-to references.
This is one of the best books on this subject, it covers the technical aspects of book publishing very well and it deals with the psychological factors required to be successful. Will definitely be one of my go-to references.
August 30, 2021
Accessible and motivating
TFS distinguishes itself from the others within the genre. It’s relatable, actionable and utterly motivating.
In only a handful of books have I found myself highlighting a majority of what was written. This was one of them.
TFS distinguishes itself from the others within the genre. It’s relatable, actionable and utterly motivating.
In only a handful of books have I found myself highlighting a majority of what was written. This was one of them.
September 14, 2021
It's Worth the Read... I'm in!
I love the fact that it's seems to be written the way a conversation would take place. The information is priceless. Can't wait to write my own success story.
I love the fact that it's seems to be written the way a conversation would take place. The information is priceless. Can't wait to write my own success story.
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February 2, 2022Highly recommend The Freedom Shortcut!
Excellent book that is easy to read and has all the guidelines for success laid out for its readers, the only thing stopping us from success is ourselves
Excellent book that is easy to read and has all the guidelines for success laid out for its readers, the only thing stopping us from success is ourselves
February 22, 2022
Useful and easy to read
I would say that this is a nice bit of marketing for their course, but it definitely has enough meat in this book to go for it alone with just this material. It’s easy to read and informative.
I would say that this is a nice bit of marketing for their course, but it definitely has enough meat in this book to go for it alone with just this material. It’s easy to read and informative.
August 17, 2022
Side gig to full time job
This book has the information you need to change careers. It has the potential to give you an income that greatly surpasses your current income, and all passively. But this book. This is the book you have been looking for your whole life!
This book has the information you need to change careers. It has the potential to give you an income that greatly surpasses your current income, and all passively. But this book. This is the book you have been looking for your whole life!
September 27, 2022
lmao I figured after watching the new Folding Ideas that this book would be panned but holy shit there are SO MANY people falling for this shit (or so many people paid to pretend they are). Fuck these grifting pigs.
February 18, 2024
Good reference
Ok. I'll admit that I just skimmed over it, but I'll be going back to it frequently for future reference. Unfortunately, I have no money to invest, but since I am not afraid of hard work, I hope and pray that I will succeed.
Ok. I'll admit that I just skimmed over it, but I'll be going back to it frequently for future reference. Unfortunately, I have no money to invest, but since I am not afraid of hard work, I hope and pray that I will succeed.
August 9, 2021
Love their enthusiasm!
Have been following them for about 6 months, now that I have gotten a better idea of their program, will begin to act on their ideas.
Have been following them for about 6 months, now that I have gotten a better idea of their program, will begin to act on their ideas.
August 13, 2021
Love it
To the point and they'd guys are real hope to read more from them in the future I will be in look out for more books
To the point and they'd guys are real hope to read more from them in the future I will be in look out for more books
November 7, 2021
These twins are exceptional. Bright, energetic, and real. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and it gave me great motivation to do something brilliant in my lifetime. Keep up the great work!
July 19, 2022
Read it in 4 hours
Awesome book
Real value for basically free - 9 bucks on kindle...
Very interesting way of creating a passive income
Awesome book
Real value for basically free - 9 bucks on kindle...
Very interesting way of creating a passive income
July 31, 2022
EPIC read, epic twins, and a whole new life unfolding. A MUST read!
August 2, 2022
It's a winner!
It's to the point and very clear what one's path is in the end. Do it and you'll be free!
It's to the point and very clear what one's path is in the end. Do it and you'll be free!
October 30, 2022
Opened my eyes to a new income stream
Old dogs CAN learn new tricks! The adventure begins!
I never knew this income stream existed. When the student is ready, the teacher appears!
Old dogs CAN learn new tricks! The adventure begins!
I never knew this income stream existed. When the student is ready, the teacher appears!
April 26, 2023
Good Concept
It's a good concept and the authors are honest when they say "simple does not always mean easy". That being said this is a good overview of a very doable business.
It's a good concept and the authors are honest when they say "simple does not always mean easy". That being said this is a good overview of a very doable business.
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