Mike Horn initially made his money by selling cabbages in South Africa during his early twenties.
The Source of His Early Wealth
As the story goes, the adventurous explorer accumulated significant wealth through an unconventional business venture. During his early 20s, Horn reportedly became quite rich by engaging in the sale of cabbages within South Africa. This enterprise provided him with substantial financial resources at a young age.
Despite achieving considerable financial success, Horn eventually felt that money did not grant him the freedom he sought, but rather limited it. This realization led him to make a profound decision: to give away nearly all his material possessions to family and friends, retaining only a plane ticket to Zurich and US$50 in his pocket, as he pursued a life centered on experiences rather than material wealth.
