1098: Simplifying Things with James Layfield
LifeBlood CREATE: We talked about challenging the status quo and innovating, overcoming limiting belief, the entrepreneurial mindset, and how to save time and resources when evaluating software with James Layfield, investor, entrepreneur and CoFounder of Clearfind.  Listen to learn about a software that can dramatically decrease the amount of time it takes to evaluate software options! For the ...
21m Jun 24, 2021
21m
1097: Finding Investors with Dave Dubeau
LifeBlood REI: We talked about the challenges of funding real estate deals, why so many people band their heads against the wall, and how to position yourself for success with Dave Dubeau, owner of Results Enterprises Inc.  Listen to learn a step-by-step process for finding investors and raising money!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 16:02! You can learn more about Dave at DaveDu...
18m Jun 24, 2021
18m
1096: Thriving with Derek Lundsten
LifeBlood MAXIMIZE: We talked about how technology is helping to address many of the mental, physical and emotional challenges we face, what employers can do to better support their people, and a platform that can make it happen with Derek Lundsten, President and CEO of LifeGuides.  Listen to learn about how community can help us navigate difficult times!! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ah...
18m Jun 23, 2021
18m
1095: Cultures of Listening with Heather R. Younger
LifeBlood MAXIMIZE: We talked about why orgs would want to foster a culture of listening, how to integrate it at every level, the relationship between empathy and compassion, and how to get started with Heather R. Younger, JD, CDP, best-selling author, speaker and CEO of Employee Fanatix.  Listen to learn what orgs and leaders can start doing to become better listeners! For the Difference Makin...
21m Jun 23, 2021
21m
1094: The Champion's Mind with Jeff Spencer
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about how we crave and detest sameness at the same time, how everyone’s unique contribution is important to bring into the world, how two sides of our brains are constantly in conflict and what to do about it, and how to finally find the success you’ve been looking for with Dr. Jeff Spencer, the Cornerman Titans Turn To, coach, author and speaker.  Listen to learn w...
21m Jun 22, 2021
21m
1093: The Most Important Things with Bridget Grimes
In this episode, we talked about the importance of understanding the fundamentals of your financial life, spending time to truly think about and set goals, common mistakes to avoid, and how to get started with Bridget Grimes, CFP, Founder and President of Wealth Choice and Author of Corner Office Choices.  Listen to learn how to think about and plan for your future career and lifestyle! For the...
21m Jun 21, 2021
21m
1092: Growing Your Presence with Matthew Dolman
In this episode, we talked about entrepreneurship, the challenges of growing a business, how to differentiate in a crowded marketplace, and becoming the second highest trafficked site in a category with Matthew Dolman, personal injury attorney and Managing Partner of Sibley, Dolman and Gipe. Listen to learn the keys to growing your organic search reach! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead...
21m Jun 20, 2021
21m
1091: Constant Changes Chris Gherardini
LifeBlood CREATE: We talked about managing employees remotely, the need and context for in-person meetings, how to stay on top of your company’s tech needs, and how to foster a continuous feedback loop with Chris Gherardini, Owner and President of Turnkey Technologies.  Listen to learn how to constantly optimize without burning out! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 19:48! You can le...
22m Jun 19, 2021
22m
1090: ESG in 401(k)s with Bonnie Treichel
In this episode, we talked about the ever-evolving world of ESG funds inside of retirement plans, how including them in a 401(k) can motivate more participation, and how to establish a strong governmental framework for your plan administration with Bonnie Treichel, JD and Chief Solutions Officer at Endeavor Retirement. Listen to learn how to get ESG funds included in your 401(k) plan! For the D...
23m Jun 18, 2021
23m
1089: Your Dream Job with Marilyn Maslin
In this episode, we talked about what to do when we’re feeling stuck or are unsure what we want to do when we grow up, how to figure out what our ideal job is, and how to make it happen with Marilyn Maslin, Chief Talent Officer and Managing Partner at the Maslin Group and Resume Footprint.  Listen to learn what you can be doing now to land your dream job! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahe...
20m Jun 17, 2021
20m
1088: Finding Your Sweet Spot with Mike Morse
LifeBlood CREATE: We talked about growing a business from zerto to $100 million, how to work on your business not in it, how to figure out what you’re best at and delegate the rest, and how to get started with Mike Morse, Founder of MIke Morse law firm, podcast host and author.  Listen to learn important lessons from someone who developed a personal brand before it was a thing! For the Differen...
21m Jun 16, 2021
21m
1087: Kids and Money with Gregg Murset
In this episode, we talked about our desire to help our kids be good with money, how tech is making this process easier through apps, how to reinforce the value of work and help kids to become more self-reliant with Gregg Murset, CFP and CEO of BusyKid. Listen to learn the key components to help your kids get good with money! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:38! You can learn mor...
21m Jun 15, 2021
21m
1086: Financial Literacy with Cindy Couyoumjian
In this episode, we talked about why people struggle financially, how to become financially successful, the important role accountability plays, and how to get started with Cindy Couyoumjian CFP and CEO of Cinergy Financial and author. Listen to learn a process for becoming more confident with money! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 17:09! You can learn more about Cindy at CinergyFi...
20m Jun 14, 2021
20m
1085: Language and Influence with Paul Ross
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about the role language plays in influence, persuasion and sales, how to be mindful and get better at it, and how being able to help people feel good about their decision making is at the heart of effective persuasion with Paul Ross, Master Sales Trainer, speaker and author.  Listen to learn why people are having a hard time trusting their own decisions!   For the D...
20m Jun 13, 2021
20m
1084: Medicare Coverage with Christian Worstell
In this episode, we talked about risk and return, investing in emerging markets, the importance of recurring revenue, and how to think about daily volatility with Bryan Lee, CFA and Chief Investment Officer at Blue Zone Wealth Advisors. Listen to learn a process for thinking about risk in the investment process! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 17:17! You can learn more about Christ...
20m Jun 13, 2021
20m
1083: Love is a Verb with Sim Sibanda
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about the challenges of relationships, why we need to work on ourselves first, how love is a verb, and the role boundaries play in happy relationships with Sim Sibanda Founder of the Glow Labs and a leading expert in helping high achievers break from from toxic relationships.  Listen to learn a process for finally finding the right partner!   For the Difference Maki...
21m Jun 12, 2021
21m
1082: Risk Adjustments with Bryan Lee
In this episode, we talked about risk and return, investing in emerging markets, the importance of recurring revenue, and how to think about daily volatility with Bryan Lee, CFA and Chief Investment Officer at Blue Zone Wealth Advisors. Listen to learn a process for thinking about risk in the investment process! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:29! You can learn more about Bryan ...
20m Jun 12, 2021
20m
1081: Passive Real Estate Investing with Kent Ritter
LifeBlood REI: We talked about multifamily real estate investing, three key reasons why it’s an attractive investment option, why it can be superior to single family, and what a typical deal looks like with Kent Ritter, Managing Director of Birge and Held Asset Management and host of the Ritter on Real Estate podcast.  Listen to learn a process for successful, passive real estate investing!   F...
20m Jun 11, 2021
20m
1080: Nothing is Impossible with Paresh Patel
LifeBlood CREATE: We talked about innovating a cash-only business, how inspiration can come at strange times, how to merge technology with non-technical industries, and how to bring a lot of parties together with Paresh Patel, Founder and CEO of PayRange.  Listen to learn how to overcome the limiting thinking of others! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 20:22! You can learn more abou...
22m Jun 11, 2021
22m
1079: A Rich and Rewarding Life with Monica Bijoux
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about how everyone, whether you’ve been a victim of physical harm or you’re at the top of your profession, can all carry trauma that keeps us from the lives we want, how to hold space for those in need, and how to get started with Monica Bijoux, PhD, Founder and CEO of Decide to Move, coach, author, speaker and podcaster.  Listen to learn how to think about and answ...
23m Jun 10, 2021
23m
1078: Lead Like an Addict with Michael Brody-Waite
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about how to apply the principles addicts use to overcome addiction to become better leaders, how we’re all addicts in some form, and how to use it to our advantage with Michael Brody-Waite, recovering addict, TEDx Speaker and author.  Listen to learn a simple process for overcoming a situation you’re worried or concerned about!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan...
22m Jun 09, 2021
22m
1077: Finding Your Swagger with Leslie Ehm
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about what it means to have swagger, what keeps us stuck, how fear prevents us from showing up as ourselves, and how to start enjoying success by being ourselves with Leslie Ehm, swagger coach and author of Swagger.  Listen to learn how to think about and ask yourself “why not you?!”   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 24:51! You can learn more about Lesl...
29m Jun 08, 2021
29m
1076: Family Values with JR Gondeck
LifeBlood: We talked about the challenges of generational wealth, how best to communicate account values and family values, how to simplify the process, and how to make everyone comfortable end engaged with JR Gondeck, Managing Director at Hightower and the CoAuthor of Family Value at Risk.  Listen to learn how to open and maintain effective lines of communication regarding money and loved ones...
19m Jun 07, 2021
19m
1075: Oral Microbiome with Tim James
LifeBlood BE WELL: We talked about how every system in our bodies are interconnected, how addressing physical maladies can free us up to focus on spirituality, and how masks are impacting our oral microbiome with Tim James, Founder of the Chemical Free Body and host of the Health Hero Show.  Listen to learn what long-term impacts masking could have on our overall health! For the Difference Maki...
19m Jun 06, 2021
19m
1074: Embracing Your Inner Artist with Tricia Poulos-Leonard
In this episode, we talked about embracing your creative passion and bringing your art into the world, why art is something that needs to be done daily, and how to get started with Tricia Poulos-Leonard, professional artist and author of the Artist’s Map to Success.  Listen to learn how to make your passion a sustainable business! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:18! You can lear...
21m Jun 06, 2021
21m
1073: Book Club featuring William Green
On this edition of the Book Club, William Green talks about his newest book Richer, Wiser, Happier: How the World’s Greatest Investors Win in Markets and Life. You can learn more about William at WilliamGreenWrites.com, Twitter and LinkedIn. Get a copy of his book HERE If you’d like to take part in our discussion group, you can learn about it here as well as MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com. We’re on ...
23m Jun 05, 2021
23m
1072: Life Insurance as an Asset Class with Eric Geier
LifeBlood: We talked about life insurance as an asset class, the tax benefits and positive attributes of the product, the drawbacks or negative aspects, and how to think about it in terms of time horizon with Eric Geier, CEO of Puresurance.  Listen to learn if life insurance could be a good savings vehicle for you! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:44! You can learn more about Eri...
22m Jun 05, 2021
22m
1071: A Contract with Yourself with Mark Willis
On this episode, we talked about removing uncertainty from our finances, how to form a contact with ourselves for our future, the power of guarantees and tax-preferenced accounts, and how to get started with Mark Willis, CFP with Lake Growth Financial Services and host of the Not Your Average Financial podcast.  Listen to learn why you should ask yourself what you want your money to do for you!...
21m Jun 04, 2021
21m
1070: Your Ideal Customer with James Adam
LifeBlood BRAND: We talked about why every org, not just big companies, needs a marketing strategy, the key variables to consider when putting your strategy together, why you shouldn't be on every social media platform and how to get started with James Adam, CoFounder of Thirty Three Percent.  Listen to learn how to really know your ideal customer!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to...
21m Jun 04, 2021
21m
1069: Saving and Investing with Curtis May
LifeBlood: We talked about the value of the proper mindset for financial success, scarcity versus abundance, creating value for others, and how to set yourself up for long-term success with Curtis May, Creator and Owner of Practical Wealth Advisors and host of the Practical Wealth Show podcast.  Listen to learn the important difference between saving and investing! For the Difference Making Tip...
28m Jun 03, 2021
28m
1068: Making Money Fun with Milan Kovacevic
LifeBlood: We talked about how everybody, regardless of background, should have the opportunity to become financially literate and have access to financial resources at a low-cost and easy to understand fashion with Milan Kovacevic, CoFounder and CEO of Finny.  Listen to learn about a fun and engaging platform for growing your financial literacy! You can learn more about Milan at AskFinny.com, ...
17m Jun 02, 2021
17m
1067: Narrowing your Focus with Salena Knight
LifeBlood BRAND: We talked about the five key areas business owners need to focus on, how to block out your time for success, and what to do if your efforts are coming up short with Salena Knight, retail strategist, speaker and podcast host.  Listen to learn what to do if you're burning out and not getting the results you want!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 21:01! You can learn...
24m Jun 01, 2021
24m
1066: Active and Passive with David Keller
In this episode, we talked about the exciting reality of the next generation of traders entering the marketplace, how to become a successful trader, figuring out what success if for you, and how to get started with David Keller, CMT, Chief Market Strategist at StockCharts.com and host of the Final Bar Show podcast.  Listen to learn what you can start doing immediately to become a better investo...
23m May 31, 2021
23m
1065: Building Community with Michael Marra
LifeBlood CREATE: We talked about the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship, how to fail fast, making sure your choices are aligned with your vision, and how to foster the growth of new companies with Michael Marra, Found and CEO of Entre.  Listen to learn about a growing community of all the professionals a startup needs to succeed! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:24...
21m May 30, 2021
21m
1064: Our Responsibility with John Lefebvre
LifeBlood: We talked about the lessons learned from getting rich, being incarcerated and coming out the other side, earning your freedom, and our responsibility as individuals and as a society with John Lefebvre, startup founder to millionaire, convict to philanthropist and author.  Listen to learn why security, respect and access to the tools of self-improvement are universal rights that shoul...
28m May 30, 2021
28m
1063: Creating Digital Courses with Sarah Baus
LifeBlood: We talked about the world of digital courses, who can create one, why you’d want to do it, whether or not you need a big following to be successful and how to get started with Sarah Baus, online business expert.  Listen to learn how to take your idea for a course, bring it to fruition and successfully launch it! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:31! You can learn more a...
21m May 29, 2021
21m
1062: Grow and Succeed with Brian Lovegrove
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about what to do when you recognize you’re not as successful as you should be, how to overcome a lack of follow through, and becoming the leader you need with Brian Lovegrove, coach empowering business owners to move to the next level.  Listen to learn a process for breaking through to the next level!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 20:05! You can lea...
22m May 29, 2021
22m
1061: Consumer Rights with Mike Agruss
In this episode, we talked about the current state of American’s with debt in collection, what rights we have as consumers, how the collections process works, and how to successfully navigate it with Mike Agruss, an attorney focused on consumer financial rights. Listen to learn what you can do to stop getting harassed by debt collectors! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 19:06! You c...
21m May 28, 2021
21m
1060: Integrated Marketing with Ryan Cote
LifeBlood BRAND: We talked about the evolution of marketing, how direct mail plays in, understanding all the available options, how to engage with an agency, and how to get started with Ryan Cote, Director of Digital Services at Ballantine.  Listen to learn how to take an integrated approach to digital marketing!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:12! You can learn more about Rya...
20m May 28, 2021
20m
1059: Financial Certainty with Dan Nicholson
LifeBlood NUMBERS: We talked about alleviating financial anxiety, how to ensure your actions are getting you closer to your desires, and how to turn your vision board into a solvable equation with Dan Nicholson, CPA and CEO of Nth Degree CPA’s.  Listen to learn about an operating system that can increase your financial certainty!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:33! You can lea...
20m May 27, 2021
20m
1058: Disrupting Banking with Andrew Chau
LifeBlood: We talked about disrupting traditional banking, why people bank where they bank, the difficulties in challenging the status quo, and what the future holds with Andrew Chau, Founder and CEO of Neo Financial.  Listen to learn why some banks pay higher interest rates than others! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:15! You can learn more about Andrew at NeoFinancial.com, Fac...
20m May 27, 2021
20m
1057: NFTs with Gianni D'Alerta
In this episode, we talked about the emerging category/technology of NFTs, how to think about them, what they’re used for, how people can get involved, and why it’s not too late to start learning with Gianni D’Alerta, Crypto enthusiast and leading expert. Listen to learn what the future holds for NFTs! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 19:10! You can learn more about Gianni at Gianni...
22m May 26, 2021
22m
1056: Law of Attraction with Zehra Mahoon
LifeBlood ENGAGE:  We talked about what the law of attraction is, how it works, why it doesn't work for everyone, and the missing link that needs to be present with Zehra Mahoon, Master Mindset and Law of Attraction Coach and Manifestation expert.  Listen to learn how to put the law of attraction to work in your life!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 19:01! You can learn more abou...
20m May 26, 2021
20m
1055: Income for Life with Matt Wolniewicz
LifeBlood: We talked about the challenges of accumulating retirement assets, making good investment decisions, how to turn the money you’ve saved into income that will last for as long as you need it to, and how to bringa guaranteed solution to 401(k) plans with Matt Wolniewicz, President of Income America.  Listen to learn how to handle the possibility of living to 120 from an income standpoin...
23m May 25, 2021
23m
1054: You Have Choices with Crystal Barrow
LifeBlood: We talked about feeling stuck or unmotivated in a job, what we can do personally to change it as well as what orgs can do to support their people, and a process to follow to get you wherever you want to go with Crystal Barrow, JD, CPC, career coach and consultant.  Listen to learn the question to ask yourself when you feel the world is conspiring against you! For the Difference Makin...
24m May 25, 2021
24m
1053: Humanizing Wealth Management with Mike LaMena
In this episode, we talked about the growing and changing ways in which financial advice is delivered, what clients and advisors can do to have an impactful relationship, how fintech fits into our financial situations, and how the pandemic has sped up the pace of innovation and adoption with Mike LaMena, AIF, SHRM-SCP and CEO of Wealthspire.  Listen to learn about the human side of wealth manag...
20m May 24, 2021
20m
1052: Measuring Impact with Sir Ronald Cohen
In this episode, we talked about the history of impact investing, it’s current state, how solving major problems is economical more so than political, and how to start measuring how companies are doing in regard to impact and ESG with Sir Ronald Cohen, father of social investment, chair of the Global Steering Group for Impact Investing and author of Impact.  Listen to learn what you can be doin...
20m May 24, 2021
20m
1051: Rural Vacant Land with Jill Dewit and Jack Butala
LifeBlood REI: We talked about investing in rural vacant land, what the learning curve looks like and much money you’ll need to get started, and whether or not it’s right for you with Jill Dewit and Jack Butala, professional real estate investors and Founders of Land Academy.  Listen to learn a process for making money investing in vacant land!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 17:...
20m May 23, 2021
20m
1050: Making Life Easier with Alison Kay
LifeBlood BE WELL: We talked about how our lives could be so much easier if we stopped running from our minds, embracing the vital life force all around us, and how to start living happier and more robust lives with Dr Alison Kay, best selling author, speaker and holistic life coach .  Listen to learn how to think about the fact that our conscious minds are only responsible for 15% of our decis...
22m May 23, 2021
22m
1049: Know Your Numbers with Josh Alballero
LifeBlood NUMBERS: We talked about how accounting has changed over the past 20 years, the importance and value of clean and accurate financials, and using your data to proactively plan for the future with Josh Alballero, CPA and CEO of IOOGO, Inc..  Listen to learn when to know if it’s time to outsource your accounting and taxes!   For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 16:59! You can lea...
19m May 22, 2021
19m