Most people think about wealth in terms of money in the bank. I used to think that way, too. Then, I discovered Sahil Bloom's work, and it changed how I view success entirely.

Sahil's story fascinates me because it's not your typical Silicon Valley tale. Yes, he went to Stanford and spent years in private equity managing billions. But what matters is the moment that turned his world upside down.

Picture this: He's successful by every traditional measure when a friend points out something that stops him in his tracks. At the rate he's going, he might only see his parents 15 more times in his life.

That hit me right in the gut when I read it. How many times will I see my loved ones?

This wake-up call led Sahil down a different path. When Covid hit, he started sharing what he'd learned about money and life on LinkedIn instead of chasing more deals—no jargon, no pretence - just clear insights about complex topics. Mark Cuban noticed. Others followed, and soon, he reached millions.

His newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle, now connects with 800,000 readers who want straight talk about building a meaningful life. But his new book, "The 5 Types of Wealth", caught my attention.

Here's what I love about his framework - it's practical but profound. He breaks down wealth into five parts:

Time wealth (what's the point of money if you're too busy to enjoy it?)Social wealth (those relationships that make life worth living)Mental wealth (keeping your mind sharp and spirit steady)Physical wealth (because health is the ultimate asset)Financial wealth (yes, money matters - but it's not everything)

These days, Sahil runs ten profitable businesses and a £7.9 million investment fund through SRB Holdings. But what drives him isn't just making money - it's helping others build lives they don't need a holiday from.

I've seen so many people chase financial success only to realise they've sacrificed everything else that matters. Their health goes, relationships suffer, and they feel empty despite the money in the bank.

What resonates most about Sahil's message is this: you don't have to choose between making money and having a life. You can build a business you're proud of while keeping your sanity, your relationships, and your joy intact.

It's about being intentional with your choices. Measuring success is not just measured by your bank balance but by how well you live across all five dimensions of wealth.

In my work with clients, I see this play out repeatedly. Those who take this broader view of wealth tend to build more sustainable, fulfilling businesses. They make decisions that serve their whole life, not just their bottom line.

Sahil's journey reminds us that success isn't about working ourselves into the ground. It's about creating a life rich in all the ways that matter.

And isn't that what we're after?