Through personal anecdotes from himself and his family—both the one he was born into and the one he ultimately created—Hsin offers hard-won insights about his journey to finding a “why,” a sense of purpose, and a source of happiness. Using his North Star priorities (serving family, serving society, serving God, and serving self), Hsin suggests that anyone can identify why they are driven toward a goal or career path. Discovering which form of service is most important or prominent in one’s life makes it easier, he argues, to figure out what matters most, such as the “lifestyle level … [that] aligns with your own Financial Aspirations, Values, and, most importantly, your own personal North Star priorities." Hsin demonstrates the difference between “seeking meaningful work and seeking meaning through work” as he urges readers to know themselves, identify core values, and cultivate a healthy work/life balance to find true contentment.

The Passion Gap reads warmly, like the parental and financial advice that it is, as Hsin imparts personal wisdom and provides actionable steps to gain financial independence and close the gap between passion and money—laying out a path to achieve both, in balance.

Takeaway: A father's advice for bridging the gap between one's passion and financial success.

Comparable Titles: Brian Luebben's From Passive To Passionate.

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