Gerald Crisostomo Heredia

Built Not Chased is the modern builder's blueprint - part memoir, part masterclass in financial independence. From long-haul truck driver to business owner, investor, and wealth strategist, Gerald Crisostomo takes you inside the real grind of turning discipline into freedom. This is not a get-rich-quick book. It's a playbook for those ready to build smart, sustainable wealth through structure, strategy, and legacy planning. Inside you'll find 15 in-depth chapters blending personal experience with powerful financial education:  Business structure and tax efficiency Investing in stocks, real estate, and private equity Leadership, mindset, and negotiation Portfolio design and asset protection Wealth transfer and generational planning   Whether you're just getting started or ready to scale up, this book will challenge how you think about money - and give you tools to build a future you don't need to escape from.