What if the problem isn’t that you don’t have enough time… but that you’re using it the wrong way?
Most people believe the path to success is simple: work harder, put in more hours, and eventually the results will follow.
But what if that’s exactly what’s keeping you stuck?
In this episode of Talking Trading, Louise Bedford is joined by property expert and wealth strategist Michael Yardney to unpack one of the most important shifts you can make – moving from trading time for money… to creating leverage.
This conversation will challenge the way you think about productivity, income, and what it really takes to build wealth.
This episode is for you if:
- You feel constantly busy but are not getting the results you want
- You’re working hard, but it’s not translating into meaningful progress
- You want to build wealth without sacrificing your time and lifestyle
- You’re ready to think differently about how you use your time
What you’ll learn:
- Why working harder is not the answer – and never has been
- The difference between being busy and being effective
- How the Pareto Principle really applies to your time and results
- The concept of A, B, C, and D time – and where your real leverage sits
- How just 1% of your efforts can generate up to 50% of your results
- Why most people stay stuck trading time for money
- How to identify and eliminate low-value activities
- The role of delegation, systems, and focus in building wealth
- Practical ways to structure your day for better outcomes
- The mindset shifts required to move from effort to leverage
A simple idea that could change everything
If a small portion of what you do creates the majority of your results, why are you spending so much time on everything else?
This episode will help you step back, reassess, and start focusing on what actually moves the needle.
If you’re ready to stop feeling stretched, regain control of your time, and start building wealth in a more intelligent way… this conversation is well worth your time.
About Michael Yardney
Michael Yardney is one of Australia’s most respected experts on wealth creation through property investment.
He has been featured across major Australian media, including newspapers, television, and leading financial platforms. Michael has educated thousands of investors nationwide.
More importantly, he practises what he teaches – having built his own substantial multi-million dollar property portfolio, while helping others grow their wealth through his firm, Metropole Property Strategists.
Michael’s company
Website: https://metropole.com.au/
Are you ready to Unlock the Wealth Strategies of the Top 1%?
Join Louise Bedford and Michael Yardney at Wealth Retreat – 30th May to 3rd June, 2026.
Learn more at this link: https://wealthretreat.com.au/trading
About Louise Bedford
Louise Bedford has traded, taught, and written extensively about the financial markets for over 30 years, building a reputation as a highly accomplished and experienced trader, educator, and author.
She co-founded The Trading Game and has gained recognition for her unique approach to teaching trading psychology and market analysis.
Louise has authored several successful trading books. In particular, her titles include Trading Secrets, Charting Secrets, The Secret of Candlestick Charting, and Investing Psychology Secrets.
Louise runs her hugely popular, repeat-for-free Mentor Program Pro online course. Through this course, she shows you how to automate your trading so you can retire early and get on with your life.
Did you know you can book a free 30-minute call with Louise to discuss your current trading strategies?
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