How A 29-Year-Old USPS Worker On Track To Make Over $90,000 Spends His Money | Millennial Money
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- Опубликовано: 3 ноя 2021
- Jordan Myers, 29, lives in Memphis, Tennessee and is a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service. His base salary is about $41,000 per year, but this year he is on track to make more than $90,000 with overtime and other investments. With his determination to work long hours and save, Myers has no doubt he'll reach his goal of becoming a millionaire.
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How A 29-Year-Old USPS Worker On Track To Make Over $90,000 Spends His Money | Millennial Money
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I love these kind of stories because they are much more relatable than a $500k tech salary paying $4k for rent in California.
Silicon Valley where houses are millions for a 2 bed 1 bath
ABSOLUTELY!
Right way better than some writer who apparently makes 300k . After that episode I stopped watching months ago …it’s a lot of nonsense. But clicked on this one because it seem relatable
I live in silicone Valley and I can't even relate to that. Reach out to people who house hack with like 3 different families. That would be more realistic for the silicone Valley lol
so true!
He says he doesn’t have a lot of skills. He may not have traditional marketable skills but he got work ethic and common sense. That worth way more in today’s world
ABSOLUTELY‼️
A Black Dad is the Most Valuable thing to a Young Black Man 👊🏽✊🏽
Smart young man. He's 29 years old saving nearly 3k dollars a month. Zero college debt and he's diversifying his investments and putting his money to work with a rental property. Graham is going to love this guy
Graham is literally what everyone is waiting on at this point..... Hurry up!!!!!!
@@Ddogg His comment is first in the comment section 🤣
Smart
What or who is graham !?
@@carialv Graham Stephan, youtuber
That shows you the importance of having a good father in a mans life does. Salute to this man taking care of his family and holding it down ..
Amen!
So true 👍
@thanh nguyen your right thats why its good to see one raise by one with good standards and morals..
Facts!
I wish I had good father like that
Whoa the video turned out amazing .. thanks for sharing my story. I hope it help or inspire someone to get out there and go get it
You're an inspiration. Love from England, UK 🇬🇧
@@africareigns just want to show ppl it's possible with hard work
@@ExiaMyers I'm going to forward it to my younger cousins, who are closer to your age. Mind you, I'm 50 and I feel that your example has made me think that I need to step up further. God bless you and your family. ❤👍🏽
@@africareigns nice glad I can help in any way
@@ExiaMyers I'm going to subscribe to you. Thank you for sharing your positivity. ❤
Its ok to have a regular job! I think my generation degrades people with regular jobs but you can make a life for yourself.
A "regular job" is a respectable job. These jobs have always been the foundation of America and is what keeps our economy going.
@Gaelle Future Nurse No, no. Baby boomers are not only much more degrading in my experience, but much more rude & entitled. You wouldn't know until you actually work a job working with the public and compare the two.
Really? A lot of us work regular jobs. The only people who degrade those of us with regular jobs are Karens. And they are a whole different group all together.
Regular jobs is what runs the country
Let’s be more specific it’s criminals, only fans workers, and Instagram models degrading regular jobs …they’re soulless people I only plenty millennial women and men who respect regular jobs . They may not be to giddy about janitors and burger flippers but then again not many people are
HE'S AWESOME!! I can vouch for him!
Graham approved
Graham you have to make a reaction video on this guy he’s awesome and an inspiration for people that come from humble beginnings
You gotta review !
ayyyeee let's go I got The Goat Approval
Did you catch the Bankroll coffee at 3:47 lol
You should interview this guy's dad. He sounds like the kind of guy everyone needs to hear more from.
gotta love a father figure who says "we don't make excuses" and literally goes to work with a fresh bullet wound
Agreed…. 😍🥰😘.
I grew up on welfare and became a multi millionaire in my 40’s. I still live on a strict budget. Hoping to break 7 million by 60 excluding the 2 million in property.
Love that old school mentality
Facts! People really underestimate what a man can do with a strong no excuses father figure in their lives
My God this man works 6 days a week for about 12 hours each day, he has a kid and wife to take care of, and still post consistently on youtube (about once a week) with limited views under 100 on each video (I would have given up) but he's still pushing. This is beyond impressive how do you have the time my guy?????????? You are definitely an inspiration and deserve success.
work don't stop grind don't stop is the best answer I can give you lol
@@ExiaMyers very inspirational man keep it up! I’m saving this video in my playlist and watching it. Thanks for showcasing the power of a positive genuine hustle. Subscribed to your channel!
@@beatsfromsoda whoa thanks
Then you have problems with the kids since your parents are never around... Working 80hrs a week has costs.
I know this co-worker. He works 72-84 hours a week. I ask him why he work so much. He said he wants to pay off his house bought for his family and to provide food at home. It’s about the mentality.
By far one of the most relatable millenial money episodes. This guy is awesome! Keep doing your thing Jordan 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.
Totally agree
Indeed…
THIS is the average American. Hardworking, determined and forward thinking. Great stuff 🇺🇸
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Yessir love to see it no cry baby stuff or negativity 🇺🇸🇺🇸
This guy makes over the median salary for an American. The average American is also debt-ridden from expensive housing, education, and health-care. You've got such an ugly personality for implying that Americans who aren't wealthy are just lazy and negative.
@spring water oh I like it bud. 👍
I’m at 4:09 and I hear key points from him. His DAD, HIS WIFE, HIS WORK ETHICS!! Very impressive young man. God bless him and his endeavors
This was a really great one! I like that he purchased a $100k house and probably could have afforded more. That shows discipline. And even though he works a lot he is now putting his money to work for him. And $100/mth on childcare! Out here living the dream sir. Congrats
What a role model he is. Keep it up. The world needs more people like you. Your attitude about child care is spot on!! If your wife wasn't taking care of the bulk of childcare, then you couldn't do what you do!!
Yeah splitting expenses with your wife and mother of your child like she’s a room mate is not role model behaviour. It’s pathetic
@@DavidRamseyIII is that what he said he does?
@@DavidRamseyIII actually their not splitting it because he makes way more than her so Im sure shes paying much less than him splitting would be both of them paying everything equally and doesn't seem like thats whats happening.
@@DavidRamseyIII it means they have a plan and live on a budget. How 🤔 is that pathetic?
@@DavidRamseyIII you are the pathetic one, I BET YOU ARE STILL SEATING HOME RENTING AND EARING MCDONALDS 😅🤦🏿♂️
He’s doing a great job with multiple streams of income and shows great family values.
Great family values is a learned behavior. Thank God I was raised by both of my parents with a hands on dad , not just one that took up space . More dads need to be present in the lives of their off spring, in order to manifest more Jordan’s. Now Jordan will instill the exact values in his son. I concur @Ed E! 👍🏽👍🏽
Nothing more inspiring than seeing a black man dedicated to work, growth and family.
Dang base 41k.. and turns it into 90+. That’s badass
He's doing great. I work for the post office also, base pay 48K on track to make 85K with all the overtime this year.
Zorogundam19 that’s awesome! Keep it up. Just remember enjoy life while you’re grinding :)
To consistently put in 72 hours a week is commendable!
The 90k isn't all from the post office it includes his rental and trading.
When you work twice as much as regular. You also double the income. He’s just a everyday hustler and we can learn from that
When I use to work for USPS a lot of career employees were ok track to make 80-100k but they always worked so many hours it definitely is a mindset indeed
I need to correct this young man he has many talents and your determined, great communication and interpersonal skills even analytical skills keep going remain humble and stay focus 🙏🏾💕
Nah brother don’t say you don’t have any skills, how’d you think you got your dream car and 2 properties? Next thing to possibly do is help your wife bring in more money or get more skills in something (possibly managing the rental property).
So much Bankroll Coffee product placement in this lol. Graham must be happy
My roomate was a mail lady for usps for a little over a year during the pandemic, the money is good, great benefits, you feel like you are contributing to your community but 6 12-13 hour days are really soul crushing. People are quitting usps because they were burning out their work force, often days are longer than 13 hours. It great Jordan is able to make a good wage but it is sad that the only way to make good money for many people in this country is by overworking themselves to an unsustainable capacity.
That's the thing about having a union though and some of the newer carriers are not taking advantage of it. According to the agreement between USPS and the Union you can not be forced to work over 12 hours a day or 60 hours a week so if you work 12 hours a day for 5 days that would be 60 hours so you can take two days off, whatever your off day is that week plus Sunday. You can if you want to, but if you're starting to feel burnt out stop at 12 and stop at 60
Shouts out to the young man's dad for raising 11 kids and operating his own business. He should have his own documentary. Salute!
That's not what happened.
He didn't live with his dad until he was 10 years old! His father had another household and 9-10 other kids in it (not the same mom).
That's not good morals and values. Black Men shouldn't be making 1,000 kids in different households....and they shouldn't be applauded for showing up after YEARS when one of the mother's of their kids can't take it anymore.
@ tru Desoto. And bitter people like yourself need to mind your own business. Who cares when his dad came into his life. Fact is, he helped raise him and impart some valuable life lessons. Would you have preferred that Jordan ended up as yet another statistic. The nerve of you unhappy bitter people . Leave us black men be !!
You are already crushing it. The fact that you have this mindset at 29. Great example you're setting for Jacob.
Thank for showing someone who is relatable to 95% of the population instead of the outliers CNBC usually highlights.
Gotta love this guy's work ethic and drive! I'm not sure I could mentally work that many hours. Glad it has rewarded him exponentially 👌
According to some, it is impossible for his demographic to succeed because he is oppressed. Apparently anyone can succeed if effort is put forth rather than crying victim.
@@bobroberts2371 just because someone can succeed doesn't mean oppression doesn't exist TF. It still exists and you can still succeed but that doesn't dismiss the fact that oppression is still alive and well in this country.
@@bobroberts2371 keep in mind he has to work 72 hours to make what some people make in a 40 hour work week.
Also, just because black people can be successful doesn’t mean there aren’t certain barriers for *a lot* of people that make things harder. Nobody said that makes it impossible, just acknowledge that there are some barriers to overcome for a lot of people.
@@monicarenee7949 A lot of those barriers are self imposed. Having kids in the mid / late teens with multiple absentee fathers is one of them. 70% of children in this demographic live in single parent households.
Dealing drugs / being involved in criminal activity / rap - gang culture are not signs of oppression, they are a choice. How does being oppressed lead to not making an effort in school / carjacking people for fun?
Keep a count of the demographic involved in shootings / car jackings / store robberies / random attacks on the street - subway and get back to us.
When a large percentage of a particular demographic is involved in anti social behavior, just how should they be viewed by others? What is more likely to chew you to bits, a Shark or a Dolphin? Which one would you view with suspicion?
@@bobroberts2371 just say you’re racist. Clowm
S/O to him and especially his wife. I was a mail carrier and worked 11hrs a day, 6-7 days per week. Had to let it go. Didn't have any quality time for my kids. The money is there and he's taking advantage of it. I hope his trading and investments can cut those 10 years in half at least and teach his wife how to trade as well. This is great to see
The money doesnt seem to be there though unless your working like 70 hours a week consistently.
@@h1inc816 the money is there, he's at the beginning base. I work about 50-60 hrs and I should be over a 105k this year.
@@h1inc816 41k base salary so I don't think he's been there longer than 3 or 4 years. Best time to make the most money
@@Mailman_Fresh how long have you been working there?
@A H Straight up lol...Hope those investments get him out of the PO soon. Either way he's got the right mentality
When you have determination and can accept doing something repeatedly without complaint, you're bound to make a lot of money. That's how I saw myself making enough to the point of having enough money to invest and let my money work for me now. Keep up the great work!
Aww when he gave credit to his wife it melt my heart…he’s a good father for recognizing that raising kids is more mental than anything. ❤️
I love it! He’s worked hard, no hand outs and is making it. Good for him!
No one gets handouts.
GREAT STORY!! So proud to see positive and success stories about young men, especially young black men. God bless you and your beautiful family. You are a positive light to other young men and women.
Jordan takes opportunity where people dont!
A lot of Americans dont want that hustle. But him taking those 6 days and extra hours to live the American dream is living proof that you can be a millionaire one day no matter the job!
Thanks a lot I'm definitely going to try
I really liked this episode. Relatable as a young black guy grinding, just trying to make it. Inspirational and Jordan seems like a chill dude with a good head on his shoulders. Side note: His baby looks like a mini stephen curry lol.
A great role model for his son. Thanks for sharing his story!
He's fine, getting to the bag, and taking care of his family?! His wife and child are very blessed! 🙏🏾
This. THIS is relatable content. Good work, Jordan!
What a great story. More of the average American please. He's really working so hard. Props to him for being so grounded.
Man with a plan. I love seeing someone taking the lessons from their childhood and paving the way for themselves and their family. This was one of my favorites.
By far the most relatable and achievable episode yet! Thanks Jordan for letting us into your life for a few minutes and showing us that it is possible!#onestepatatime
Congratulations. I’m from Memphis as well. I love to see young men working and investing. Keep up the good work.
Yessssssss Black man!!!! So proud of you. Grateful for your active father who instilled amazing values in you and the fact that you respect and work with the role your wife plays.
Men need their fathers… IDC what any of the ‘Im mom and dad celebrate me on fathers day’ clique has to say.
Great interview young man. Representing Memphis, TN
Hands down my favorite in this series! Go Jordan!
thank you thank you
he works almost 80 hours a week and walks 14 miles a day to earn that 90k that’s a lot of hard work he’s essentially working two full-time jobs!
The ability to work hard and that mindset is a skill! Well done!
My favorite feature so far!!! We need more diversity of backgrounds like this on this channel if people are willing to share their awesome stories
Dude is a great father and husband !!!! Love this guy he is motivation !!
Congratulations, can’t wait to see Graham’s reaction.
Right
@@ExiaMyers I’d be interested in your wife’s story. Kinda like if you were broke when you guys got together, was she nervous when you bought your first property, that kind of thing. I also don’t know things like are you doing your own property management.
@@ShellysMillions this is a good video idea 💡
Wonderful! Thanks for inspiring so many and showing them it can be done. Your hard work is paying off!
He is absolutely right about how much money he is bringing in. I work in one of the largest plants and they give so much overtime because we dont have enough bodies to work. I'm a clerk in maintenance and when I'm offered four hours of OT I take it because the first 2 hours are 1.5 times pay & the last 2 hours are double time. My base salary can easily double. Good for him!!!
What a beautiful family! They’re doing it right! Hard work and having the right mindset does pay off. Keep moving forward! 💪
It was refreshing and inspiring to see an episode like this. I like it when CNBC Make It highlights different income earners, their lifestyles, and how they spend, save and invest their money. The variety is good, and it is relatable for many persons.
It's the savings, 401k, AND rental property for me! Setting up his family for greatness 🤍
This was honestly one of the best episodes I’ve ever watched a 29 year old dude working hard that inspiring and motivation for me keep up the awesome work dawg 💪🏾💯 I’m proud of you Jordan myers
This guy is incredible! I love his positive energy and enthusiasm. Get it! 😃
USPS is treating this guy pretty well. You love to see it
Well he works 6 days a week for 12 hr days. Thats almost double the work week of the average american
No is not. He is walking 25 miles a day for 12 hours. I use to work that kind job. Trust me physically it does not end well. Unless you Demetrius worked this type of job before this guy is working very hard for his money.
I love your work ethic and realism! As one of 10 kids, I totally think that and your parents’ work ethic changes how we think!
Really great story Jordan! Your work ethic is insane and am happy it pays off for you🔥
I’m over $100,000 in student loan debt I have a Masters and can only find jobs paying $50,000 or less. No one told me that my degree would be a waste of money. Dam!!!!!
I’m in the same boat as you.
You should have done the research! In any case, you are probably only 50k because it's entry level. Maybe with a few years experience you'll be at 100k???
I made $35k/yr at my first job with a Bachelor’s 5 yr. Ago...(:'[)
What is your undergraduate and masters in that you can't find work? You may have to move to where the work is. Are you willing to do that? I find that most people who say they can't find a job aren't willing to move out of their comfortable bubble.
What’s your degree in?
Ok guys this was good one! More like this please! ❤️
He’s great. I think they should pay his mother more though - he mentioned that she’s still struggling and if she’s taking care of his kid while both parents are at work, they’re benefiting greatly and can afford to give her more than $100/month.
You're such a great inspiration. I love the fact that you said you hope to show people that you can work a regular job and make it. Praying you and your family reaches all of your goals.
Love this video, just a guy putting in the work. He isn’t doing some kind of complicated job or anything fancy. He is literally just walking and delivering mail 6days a week.
Great episode love how he gives props to his wife on the important role she plays in the familys success
Fantastic story! Love this
Your "skill" being mindset puts you LIGHT YEARS ahead of those with "skills" who don't have your drive and mindset. You are showing everyone that if you work effectively and smart, you can make a great living. Great segment and good luck on your journey.
Didn’t know there was so much opportunity in USPS. Thanks for the knowledge!
This was very inspiring. You GO !
We need more of these videos! And I agree, we’d like an interview with his father.
I feel like this was one of the more honest stories. With that being said, I always wonder what the retirement savings look like when there are separate finances. Ie, I know he said he’ll be a millionaire well before retirement, but do they get together to make sure they are both putting money away for the long term? I’ll probably never know the answer to that question but that’s what I think of.
This Is How ALL OUR YOUNG AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN SHOULD BE KEEP BEING A STRONG FAMILY MAN THAT PROVIDES 💪🏾🙏🏾
This is great to see a young man with a vision and plan work his plans.
You’re such a inspiration! I also work for the post office on the trucking side, but don’t get paid much. I budget every dollar so get paid. 🧡
everything started with the budget so your on the right path
*_Awesome! This guy is going places for sure._*
Been hesistant on becoming a mail carrier lately. But this right here just boosted my confidence. Keep doing you brotha! God bless you and your family man.
Probably my favorite one from this series yet.
This dude is inspiring! He makes me wanna work hard. I know he’ll reach his financial goals!
I absolutely love the message of work paying off!!
Love this story. Blue collar worker putting in work to get ahead in life.
He's a role model for all of us! Heading over to his RUclips channel now. May it blow up! 💸
What's his RUclips channel ????
Thank a lot for this
*Keep it Up, sir.* Thanks for your transparency.
I try my best
This story is very inspirational and motivation. Thank you for sharing your story
The most related Millennial Money episode! Keep up the amazing work Jordan + family.
Very inspiring! Inlove how he has SMART 5 and 10 year goals!
Kudos to you! I wish I had been this sharp at 29!
Best episode. I work a regular job too and although I might not be a millionaire in my lifetime it is good to know if I keep making better money decisions I can be more financially secure. Bravo Jordan!!
This was very inspiring. Keep it up. You're doing great!
Jordan's story is very inspiring. Blue collar jobs pay very well and have great benefits. I love that he's driving a tesla, smart move. Keep going young man you're on the track to success.
EVs can be such a money saver. I know people that pay $150/mo just in gas!
Thank a lot
@@cauthoncrazy I was paying like 200 bucks a month at one point for gas
Probably my favorite episode, just a regular guy going hard and succeeding.
America needs more Black men and fathers like this. His father taught him, now he’ll teach his son, this is how you break the cycle.
Congrats Mr. Myers you need to teach other young people how you did what you are doing to become successful!! Blessings to you and your family.
Ayyye!!! You got this bro! Wishing you much success!
Thanks
Props and much success, more young men need to be highlighted like this. Fathers are important
thank you
Love this keep up the great work.🙏💯🙌 Your dad is a true definition of provider that a blessing and Thank God you inherited them for your family .
Proud of this young family. No shortcuts in life; you gotta earn it!
As a person living in Toronto, Canada, I didn't know there were places where you can buy a real house for $100K.
Even vacant lots in rural areas can be over $100k
There's places in the south u can get $30k homes but they're not good and have no grocery stores near them. The fact that it's so high in high demand cities makes me feel even more that housing should be socialized like how they have it in viena and Singapore
Right, I think house and the smallest number that comes to mind is like 750k
All over the US especially in the South you can buy houses for even under $100k,typically in suburbs far out from big city centers or in rural areas.
I'm glad they showing positive people in Memphis. They always want to show the negative people. Yes Memphis is bad but there are great people there too. Great story of the positive side.
Awesome episode, great guy as well! Love this one.
I'm so happy to see this young man, married and taking care of his family! I'm SO proud of him. Totally believe that he will be a millionaire!! Wishing them all the best for the future.
Great story brother!