The Social Proof Project

The Comeback Archives

Archive Summary

Debt thrives in silence. It isolates you. This archive proves you are not alone. Explore verified case studies of Business Comebacks (from Chapter 7 to 6-figures), Career Pivots (doubling income post-layoff), and transparent Income Experiments.

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The Moonshots

Business Comebacks

Entrepreneurs who used bankruptcy as a clean slate. Read the case study of Mark Rivera, who went from -$45k net worth to running a six-figure agency in 26 months.

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The Reinventors

Career Pivots

You cannot budget your way out of poverty; you must earn your way out. See how Sarah switched from retail to Tech Sales, and how David used coding bootcamps to double his salary.

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Real Data

Income Experiments

We don't trust "Gurus." We test the side hustles ourselves. See real P&L statements from DoorDash dashing, Upwork freelancing, and furniture flipping experiments.

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The Finish Line

Success Interviews

What does life look like 5 years post-discharge? Deep-dive conversations with people who have crossed the finish line and bought homes, started families, and retired debt-free.

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