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#206 Why A Resume Is A Bad Backup Plan with Bill Fanter

October 20, 2025 • Stephen Courson

Why is your resume is a terrible backup plan? Ex-banker Bill Fanter dismantles the W2 myth and reveals 3 real safety nets:
• Contrarian investing (day-trading, options, your skills)
• High-value networks (events, social wealth)
• Side hustle income (float for layoffs or AI shifts)

After 35+ years pivoting from banking to trading and getting fired after years of corporate loyalty, Bill now coaches pros to invest in stocks, options and yourself. If you’re done betting on a job, this is your playbook. Subscribe & leave a 5-star review on Apple to help more builders secure their future.*

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The Lifebuilder Podcast helps ambitious entrepreneurs and leaders gain clarity, eliminate distractions, and achieve their goals faster. Each episode gives practical strategies for personal growth, productivity, and building a meaningful life. If you want clear direction, better focus, and proven frameworks to win at life and work, this show gives you the tools to get unstuck and move forward.