2080: Financial Literacy for Kids
Financial literacy for kids is an important and challenging undertaking. We all want to help young people succeed, but how best to do it?  George talks about what some governments are trying to do, and what you can start doing immediately to create good habits.  Here’s the WSJ article: https://www.wsj.com/articles/college-savings-fund-san-francisco-85d32bf5 Here’s the financial calculator: http...
17m Nov 26, 2023
17m
2078: Money Habits Keeping You Poor
What are the money habits keeping you poor? Our behaviors dictate our ultimate success. Your habits are bringing you closer, or taking you further away.  George talks about six habits to get rid of, or start developing to bring you the financial success you’re looking for!  Here’s an article on credit score:https://www.bankrate.com/mortgages/what-is-a-conventional-loan/#what-is Check out M1 Fin...
16m Nov 25, 2023
16m
2078: Winning Black Friday
How excited are you about shopping and buying stuff online? Are you intent on winning Black Friday? Do you already know what you’re going to get? Are you going to avoid the whole thing?  George shares his thoughts on the event and how you can position yourself for success and feel good in the process.    Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates he...
14m Nov 24, 2023
14m
2077: A Thanksgiving Wish
This year, my Thanksgiving wish for you is to interrogate reality with loved ones in a civil manner.   In this brief episode, I talk about how to have meaningful conversations on important topics without getting into a fistfight with your first cousin.     Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://george-grombacher.aweb.page/ Thanks, ...
9m Nov 23, 2023
9m
2076: Jeans that Fit with Kristian Hansen
LifeBlood: We talked about finding jeans that fit, creating a sustainable clothing brand, the trade-offs between fast fashion and higher quality items, and building a company through community, with Kristian Hansen, Founder of Slø Jeans.        Listen to learn why high-quality denim is harder to come by than you’d think! You can learn more about Kristian at SloJeans.co, Instagram, TikTok, and L...
18m Nov 22, 2023
18m
2075: Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder with Jonathan Hunt-Glassman
LifeBlood: We talked about addressing alcohol use disorder, raising awareness of the alternatives to sobriety, safe and effective medication for helping, getting help from a primary care physician, and how to get started,  with Jonathan Hunt-Glassman, CEO of Oar Health.        Listen to learn why it’s important to pay attention to red and yellow flags when you see them! You can learn more about...
18m Nov 21, 2023
18m
2074: A Culture of Feedback with Eduardo Briceño
LifeBlood: We talked about the value of having a culture of feedback, how to get better without sacrificing productive work time, the importance of a growth mindset, and how getting better is easier than you think, with Eduardo Briceño, speaker, facilitator and author.        Listen to learn how to make asking for feedback a habit! You can learn more about Eduardo at Briceno.com, Facebook, Twit...
21m Nov 20, 2023
21m
2073: 9 Areas of New Learning to Improve your Sales
To get better at persuasion, commit to becoming a life-long learner. Doing so will not only make you better today, it will greatly elevate your professionalism and long-term success.  Who is the most persuasive person you know? Are they a fast talking, slick salesperson? Or is it someone who really knows their stuff?  For me, the most persuasive person is the one who knows their stuff. It’s the...
21m Nov 19, 2023
21m
2072: What if You Lived for One Year
What if you lived for one year? How would your life be different? How would it be the same? Would that be a good thing?  In this thought exercise, George shares his thoughts on the double-edged swords of urgency and stillness, as well as the necessity for prioritizing and making good choices aligned with your values!    Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our mo...
16m Nov 18, 2023
16m
2071: Love Consciousness with Dr. Teri Baydar
LifeBlood: We talked about love consciousness versus war consciousness, inner and outer human engineering, the value of focusing on reciprocity, and how this applies to business, with Dr. Teri Baydar, leadership coach, human consciousness expert, and author.        Listen to learn how long it will take for you to move to your next stage of consciousness! You can learn more about Teri at LoveCon...
23m Nov 17, 2023
23m
2070: Your Back Up Plan with David Lesperance
LifeBlood: We talked about making a back up plan should you ever need to leave the United States, the tax and other important considerations to keep in mind, how to talk with your family about it, and when a good time to start is, with David Lesperance, JD, and one of the world’s leading international tax and immigration advisors.        Listen to learn how long it takes to develop a back up pl...
27m Nov 16, 2023
27m
2069: Primal Urges with Anthony Butler
LifeBlood: We talked about recognizing and channeling our primal urges into successful marketing, the common mistakes people make on their websites and how to fix them, the role habits in play success, and why you need to play the long game, with Anthony Butler, Founder of Can-Do Ideas, author and Veteran.        Listen to learn how the military’s recruitment messages are doing! You can learn m...
21m Nov 15, 2023
21m
2068: Keys to a Healthy Relationship with Evan Marc Katz
LifeBlood: We talked about the keys to a healthy relationship, identifying limiting beliefs that keep us stuck, the role character plays in finding your partner, and why compromising is essential and settling is deadly, with Evan Marc Katz, dating expert and coach, podcaster and author.        Listen to learn what men (and women) are looking for in relationships! You can learn more about Evan a...
24m Nov 14, 2023
24m
2067: Politicking with Matt Krayton
LifeBlood: We talked about politicking, the state of political campaigns, the art and science of reframing your message, the importance of authenticity and vibe, and what percentage of voters are open to voting for a different party, with Matt Krayton, Founder of Publitics, a political strategy firm.        Listen to learn the defining characteristic of a successful political candidate! You can...
22m Nov 13, 2023
22m
2066: How are you showing up? Does it matter?
Does it matter how you present yourself in the world? How often do you think about the impact of your choices? What would you change if you could? Should you?  George talks about how the choices we make about what we wear, our demeanor, and our perspectives can have a massive impact on lives.   Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https:...
15m Nov 12, 2023
15m
2065: What if You Lived for 1,000 Years
What if you lived to 1,000? How would your life be different? How would it be the same? Would that be a good thing? Would you want to live that long?  In this thought exercise, George talks shares some ideas to consider, and how to start living as though you were going to live that long!    Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://ge...
17m Nov 11, 2023
17m
2064: Sustainable Innovation with Olivia Herron
LifeBlood: We talked about finding sustainable innovation, how to go from idea to revenue, what to do after a successful launch, and what to do when you have a terrible idea, with Olivia Herron, GM of Innovation with SamCart.        Listen to learn a good question to ask when someone wants your time and attention! You can learn more about Olivia at SamCart.com, Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram and...
19m Nov 10, 2023
19m
2063: Dream Big with Liz Elting
LifeBlood: We talked about how to dream big and find the success you desire, the value of starting with the end in mind, developing grit and weathering difficult times, and what it means to turn passion into purpose, with Liz Elting, CoFounder of a billion dollar company, philanthropist, speaker, and author.        Listen to learn why dreaming big is crucial to success! You can learn more about...
23m Nov 09, 2023
23m
2062: How to Get Referrals with Stacey Brown Randall
LifeBlood: We talked about how to get referrals without asking, a simple exercise to determine how successful you’re going to be at doing this, a four-tiered approach to referrals, and how to get started, with Stacey Brown Randall, author, podcaster, speaker, and referral expert.        Listen to learn why you’re closer to growing your referrals than you think! You can learn more about Stacey a...
22m Nov 08, 2023
22m
2061: Avoiding Burnout with Charlène Gisèle
LifeBlood: We talked about avoiding burnout, how to survive success, determining what success means to you, the necessity of having strategies for recovery, and how to know if you’re at risk of burning out, with Charlène Gisèle, high performance coach helping professionals avoid burnout.        Listen to learn how to bring fun back into your life! You can learn more about Charlène at CharleneGi...
21m Nov 07, 2023
21m
2060: What Could Go Wrong with Addison Wiggin
LifeBlood: We talked about the importance of asking what could go wrong, the problem of our ballooning national debt, the disappearing personal savings rate and increasing household debt, and the three biggest problems right now, with Addison Wiggin, writer, publisher, filmmaker, and podcaster.        Listen to learn the value of asking hard questions! You can learn more about Addison at TheWig...
26m Nov 06, 2023
26m
2059: How to Stop Being Broke
Ever wondered how to stop being broke? Personal finance can be a real challenge, but it’s simpler than you may think.  George talks about 8 things you can start doing immediately to get on the path to financial success.   Get your copy of George’s book, How to Get Good at Money: The Keys to Financial Peace of Mind and Prosperity https://amzn.to/3NI5f6W   Get your copy of George’s first book, Be...
14m Nov 05, 2023
14m
2058: The Tyranny of Busyness
Is busyness a good or bad thing? Is it possible for time to go both fast and slow? George talks about how what you want is closer than you think, but could take longer than you like. Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://george-grombacher.aweb.page/ Thanks, as always for listening! If you got some value and enjoyed the show, pleas...
18m Nov 04, 2023
18m
2057: Experiential Marketing with Kitty Hart
LifeBlood: We talked about experiential marketing, how people still want to attend in-person events, the fundamental components of a successful event, incorporating all our senses, and how to get started, with Kitty Hart, VP of Brand Experience with Heroic Productions.        Listen to learn what size companies should be considering experiential marketing! You can learn more about Kitty at Hero...
21m Nov 03, 2023
21m
2056: Buying Time with Ethan Bull
LifeBlood: We talked about buying time through bringing on support staff, the difference between virtual assistants and executive assistants, how much these services cost, and how to get the most out of it, with Ethan Bull, CoFounder of ProAssisting.        Listen to learn when you’re ready to bring on fractional help! You can learn more about Ethan at ProAssisting.com, Twitter, Instagram and L...
20m Nov 02, 2023
20m
2055: Hiring and Firing with Vicky Brown
LifeBlood: We talked about hiring and firing, the importance of having policies and procedures, how to avoid making costly mistakes, and staying in compliance, with Vicky Brown, CEO of Idomeneo, an HR consulting firm.        Listen to learn why taking a breath could be the best HR decision you ever make! You can learn more about Vicky at IdomeneoInc.com, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn. Get your...
22m Nov 01, 2023
22m
2054: The Value of Tarot Reading with Julia Gordon-Bramer
LifeBlood: We talked about the value of tarot reading, what channeling is and who can do it, what’s actually taking place when it’s happening, how we can learn from a tarot card reading, nad how to get our humanity back, with Julia Gordon-Bramer, professional tarot card reader, poet, scholar, and author.        Listen to learn how to get a head’s up on where your energy is going! You can learn ...
24m Oct 31, 2023
24m
2053: Automate Your Busywork with Aytekin Tank
LifeBlood: We talked about how and why to automate your busywork, the importance of knowing what’s important and what’s not, using your inner creativity to solve problems, and how to audit your time, with Aytekin Tank, Founder and CEO of Jotform, productivity expert, and author.        Listen to learn the value of blank space! You can learn more about Aytekin at AytekinTank.com, Twitter and Lin...
23m Oct 30, 2023
23m
2052: Change Your Perspective, Change Your Life
Could a change in your perspective really change your life? Yes. In fact, it may be one of the best and easiest ways to do it.  George talks about the transformative nature of a healthy perspective, the dangers of a bad one, and how to cultivate yours in service of the life you desire.    Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://geor...
14m Oct 29, 2023
14m
2051: What I’ve Learned: 45 Years
Thinking about what I’ve learned over the past year has become a favorite exercise of mine. On my 45th birthday, I went through that exercise once again. From our differences, to what and who we stand for and against, I’ve got thoughts.    Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://george-grombacher.aweb.page/ Thanks, as always for lis...
24m Oct 28, 2023
24m
2050: Child Free Wealth with Jay Zigmont
LifeBlood: We talked about child free wealth planning, the different financial planning considerations for couples without children, some key areas to be mindful of, and how to get started, with Jay Zigmont, CFP, PhD, child free wealth expert, and author.        Listen to learn how many people have decided to remain child free! You can learn more about Jay at ChildFreeWealth.com and LinkedIn. T...
22m Oct 27, 2023
22m
2049: The Jewish Question with Dr. Steven Katz
LifeBlood: We talked about the Jewish question, what it means to be a Jew, the roots of antisemitism, the conflict in Israel, the importance of the actual land of Israel, the future of Judaism, and what more people should know about Jews, with Dr. Steven Katz, Founding Director of the Elie Wiesel Center for Judaic Studies and Boston University.        Listen to learn how to think about a decrea...
29m Oct 26, 2023
29m
2048: The Modern Pathologist with Dr. Mohammad Kamal
LifeBlood: We talked about the modern pathologist, what that means and how one conducts themselves, a better approach to patient care, the role pathology plays in diagnosis, and how technology is impacting this field, with Dr. Mohammad Kamal, Medical Doctor, and CEO of Omni Pathology Laboratory.        Listen to learn the importance of screening for HPV! You can learn more about Dr. Mohammad at...
24m Oct 25, 2023
24m
2047: Taking Action with Erin Marcus
LifeBlood: We talked about the necessity of taking action, making business decisions based on the life you want, knowing what needs to be done and making sure you’re willing and able to do it, and finding your zone of genius, with Erin Marcus, Founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business.        Listen to learn why you’re not fixing, you’re measuring! You can learn more about Erin at ConquerYourBus...
21m Oct 24, 2023
21m
2046: Sexual Empowerment with Gina Gutierrez
LifeBlood: We talked about sexual empowerment, helping woman have better sex through story telling, and how feeling great is closer than you think, with Gina Gutierrez, CoFounder and Chief Creative Officer of Dipsea.        Listen to learn why sex is as much mental as it is physical! You can learn more about Gina at DipseaStories.com, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Thanks, as always for liste...
21m Oct 23, 2023
21m
2045: What Personal Finance Experts Won’t Tell You
What personal finance experts won't tell you probably won’t kill you. But it could cost you some money. George talks about three secrets they’d rather you didn’t know!  Check out M1 Finance, Trust & Will, Investopedia, Betterment, and LifeHappens.org. Here’s an article on active versus passive investing:https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/active-vs-passive-investing Ready to get your f...
20m Oct 22, 2023
20m
2044: Rewriting History is a Bad Idea
Rewriting history is appealing. We get to erase the bad, and only have the good. But it's a bad idea. A really bad idea.  George talks about why this is a trap for individuals, as well as a society, and what a better approach is.  Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Get our monthly updates here: https://george-grombacher.aweb.page/ Thanks, as always for listening! I...
17m Oct 21, 2023
17m
2043: Aging in Place with Lisa M. Cini
LifeBlood: We talked about aging in place and senior living, how to make change before a crisis forces it, the impact of multi-generational living on both the young and old, and how to use wisdom to make good decisions, with Lisa M. Cini, the foremost authority on senior living design, podcaster, speaker, and author.        Listen to learn how small changes can lead to big results as we age! Yo...
21m Oct 20, 2023
21m
2040: Trust Your Intuition with Emyrald Sinclaire
LifeBlood: We talked about how to trust your intuition, the danger of being too much in our heads, how to reconnect with our bodies, the benefits we get from doing it, and how to be successful in today’s world while honoring who we truly are, with Emyrald Sinclaire, intuitive guide, and spiritual mentor.        Listen to learn how to get comfortable listening to your heart and gut! You can lear...
22m Oct 19, 2023
22m
2041: Living in Alignment with Autumn Swain
LifeBlood: We talked about living in alignment, what that means and how to do it, pursuing rhythm instead of balance, how to be a leader in your home and community, and the power of your next best choice, with Dr. Autumn Swain, Founder and CEO of the Aligned Leader and author.        Listen to learn why giving yourself some extra margin can make a world of difference! You can learn more about A...
26m Oct 18, 2023
26m
2040: Astrophysics and Black Holes with Jeremy Schnittman
LifeBlood: We talked about astrophysics and black holes, what these things are and what they do, how we study and learn about black holes, how to manage biases and assumptions, and what success in this field looks like,  with Jeremy David Schnittman, Research Astrophysicist with NASA, and black hole researcher.        Listen to learn what makes for a great astrophysicist! You can learn more abo...
23m Oct 17, 2023
23m
2039: Finding a Way with Jim Harshaw Jr.
LifeBlood: We talked about finding a way to success through failure, the danger of rationalization, how to create your success infrastructure, and how to position yourself for greatness, with Jim Harshaw Jr., executive coach, speaker, and podcaster.        Listen to learn what a productive pause is and the value of taking one! You can learn more about Jim at JimHarshawJr.com, Facebook, Twitter ...
22m Oct 16, 2023
22m
2038: One Million Dollars: How to Get that Money
Is one million dollars a lot of money? How much money is a lot? How much do you need to walk away from full-time work?  George talks about how to make a plan for getting to whatever number is right for you. Here’s the WSJ article: https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/retirement/stock-market-rally-makes-more-401-k-savers-millionaires-30040838  Learn more about financial coaching here: https://mo...
18m Oct 15, 2023
18m
2037: Don’t Waste Your Life
Don’t waste your life. Nobody wants to find themselves full of regret at the end of their lives, yet many people do.  George talks about how to start moving in the direction of the life you truly want! Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y2u98  Check out some free Purpose Book resources here: https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/the-purpose-book/ Get our monthly updates here:...
19m Oct 14, 2023
19m
2036: How to Change Behavior with Ryan Kutscher
LifeBlood: We talked about how to change behavior, giving people what they need while giving them what they want, how to help people when dealing with highly sensitive and embarrassing subjects, the role of shame in marketing, and making things easy, with Ryan Kutscher, Chief Creative Officer with Circus Maximus.        Listen to learn the role confidence plays in behavior change! You can learn...
18m Oct 13, 2023
18m
2035: Leveraging Technology with Steve Miksta
LifeBlood: We talked about leveraging technology, the dangers of too much information, what you need to focus on and prioritize in order to create effective processes, the role intent plays in selecting and implementing software, and how to get started, with Steve Miksta, Founder and CEO of Oppty Unlimited.        Listen to learn why technology can do anything you want it to, as long as you und...
24m Oct 12, 2023
24m
2032: Make the Most of It with Nanxi Liu
LifeBlood: We talked about how to make the most of it in every situation, lessons learned from growing up in rural China and coming to the United States, being a good steward of your resources, how to best serve your customers, and how to create an app for your business without the need for coding, with Nanxi Liu, CoFounder and CoCEO of Blaze, and Forbes and Inc 30 Under 30.        Listen to le...
19m Oct 11, 2023
19m
2030: How to Lose Weight with Dr. Tim Church
LifeBlood: We talked about how to lose weight, why we struggle to do it, the impact of new weight loss medications, the role incretins play in the process, and how to position yourself for long-term health and success with Dr. Tim Church, Chief Medical Officer of Wondr Health.        Listen to learn about the necessary elements of an effective behavioral change program! You can learn more about...
22m Oct 10, 2023
22m
2032: Mental Health Disaster Relief with Dr. Grant Brenner
LifeBlood: We talked about mental health disaster relief, why each disaster is unique, the qualities of an effective responder, best practices and things to keep in mind, and how to have a positive impact, with Dr. Grant Brenner, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Psychoanalyst, and Mental Health Responder.        Listen to learn about the layers of considerations when addressing the mental health of dis...
26m Oct 09, 2023
26m
2031: What’s Good for the Goose: Flawed Monetary Theory
What's good for the goose isn't necessarily good for the gander, particularly when it comes to your personal finances. Is debt good or bad? Does modern monetary theory make sense to you, or are we on the wrong path? George talks about how to position yourself and your finances for long-term success, despite what anyone else is doing!   Get your copy of The Purpose Book here: https://amzn.to/47Y...
24m Oct 08, 2023
24m