BiggerPockets Money Podcast · Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Mindy Jensen suggests that sales is a top profession for achieving financial independence, highlighting its lucrative nature and unlimited earning potential. She references a past guest, Mr. Planting Our Pennies, who found success in sales despite a humanities degree, implying it's accessible to a wide range of individuals.
“But my top profession is going to be sales in general.”
“The upside, the top of your salary is unlimited, essentially, because sales people are typically paid a commission. So the more you sell, the more you earn, which is cliche, but it's true.”
“I know it's difficult, I know it's not for everyone. I'm an introverted philosophy major. If I can be successful in sales and get to FI through a sales job, anybody can.”