If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

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2. Ep #365 - Where There is a “Will,” There is a Way – Will Moreland

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P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Are You Exit-Ready?

Complete this 2-min scorecard to reveal where you stand across the four pillars that determine if you control your exit—or are just waiting for one. You'll get a personalized plan to start building optionality immediately.

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P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Are You Exit-Ready?

Complete this 2-min scorecard to reveal where you stand across the four pillars that determine if you control your exit—or are just waiting for one. You'll get a personalized plan to start building optionality immediately.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #574 - From Grief to $23M: Building a Dental Legacy Without Selling Out – Dr. Kelly Brown
2. Ep #531 - Proactive Financial Planning and Embracing Life Transitions – Dr. Bill Jordan

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #573 - The Fourth Turning Is Here: Navigating Crisis With Community And Capital – Neil Howe
2. Ep #510 - Planning for Your Practice Exit – What You Need to Know – Brannon Moncrief

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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1. Ep #572 - An Argument For DSOs – Compliance, Consolidation & the Future of Dental Practice – Brian Colao
2. Ep #567 - Rewriting The American Dream in a Stagflation World – Dr. David Phelps

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #571 - When The Practice Doesn’t Need You Anymore – Dr. Dylan & Kelsey Everett
2. Ep #550 - Every Dentist Must Master Leadership, Exit Strategies and Burnout – Dr. John Meis

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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2. Ep #544 - Leadership Reimagined: Why Human Connection Still Wins – Tony Rubleski

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

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Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

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P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you think selling to a DSO is still a “no-brainer,” this episode will snap you awake. Brannon Moncrief unloads the truth about inflated valuations, duct-tape aggregators masquerading as platforms, and term-sheet fine print sharp enough to slice your future in half. This is a brutally clear roadmap for doctors who want freedom without walking into a trap—and the exact intel you need before signing anything with a dollar sign on it.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #538 - Scaling Smart: Navigating Growth, Profitability, and Dental Exit Strategies with Jake Conway
2. Ep #499 - You Are More Than a Number – Selling Your Practice and Leaving Dentistry with David Porritt

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In this deeply personal and faith-centered conversation, the Kellys share how intentional reflection, courageous restructuring, and the Freedom Founders blueprint helped them reclaim all five freedoms: financial, time, relationship, health, and purpose. Their journey reveals how “free for life” isn’t a finish line but a transformation—one built on living below your means, aligning your marriage and mission, and choosing freedom over fear every single day.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

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2. Ep #560 – The End of Cheap Money – 5 Rules To Thrive In The Next Decade – David’s Monopodcast

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Most people spend their lives working harder, saving longer, and praying Wall Street will take care of them. Anthony Faso and Cameron Christiansen—co-founders of Infinite Wealth Consultants—have lived that lie, seen it crumble, and replaced it with something far better.

Today, they expose how conventional financial advice keeps professionals dependent and uncertain—and how the Infinite Banking Concept flips the entire system. Through tax-free growth, liquidity, and self-directed leverage, this approach lets you become your own banker and build assets that serve your timeline, not someone else’s.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

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Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Two decades ago, Shaun McCloskey (visionary coach and founder of Leadership Boardroom) thought he had it all: A thriving real estate empire, 70-hour work weeks, and the external markers of success. Then he realized he was living his mentor's blueprint, not his own, trapped in a business that consumed his life.

His 2007 wake-up call came when he discovered his "successful" mentor was miserable and had lost his family. Within 18 months, Shaun completely transformed using a simple framework he now teaches worldwide.

This raw conversation will challenge everything you think you know about success, productivity, and what it really means to live life on your own terms.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

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2. Ep #560 – The End of Cheap Money – 5 Rules To Thrive In The Next Decade – David’s Monopodcast
   

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’re tired of running on the hamster wheel, and are looking for a proven blueprint to create more freedom and reduce dependency on your practice income, schedule a call with my team to learn more.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

David warns that the next generation of wealth builders can’t rely on speculation, paper appreciation, or passive abdication to Wall Street. Whether you’re mid-career or nearing transition, this episode will help you reframe how you invest, protect your capital, and build durable freedom in an age of volatility.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #559 – The True Endgame: Legacy, Leadership & Freedom – Bruce Baird
2. Ep #533 – What They’re Not Telling You About the Economy: The K Shaped Collapse – Dr. David Phelps, Jeremy Knauff

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Bruce opens up about his early years of debt, stress, and control—and how everything shifted when he learned to focus on people, not production. Through decades of practice ownership and entrepreneurship, he discovered that freedom isn’t about early retirement—it’s about creating the time and relationships that matter most. This is an inspiring conversation on abundance, collaboration, and building a practice—and a life—that truly outlives you.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #558 – Holistic Dentistry – Living Well In Every Season of Life – Michelle Jorgensen
2. Ep #412 – The Future of Dental Consolidation – Bruce Baird & David Porritt

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In this powerful episode, Michelle shares her journey from illness to advocacy, and how it sparked a mission to redefine dentistry around root-cause health, patient empowerment, and intentional living. Her story is a call to every doctor and patient who senses that “standard care” isn’t enough—and is ready to step into a future where dentistry is not just about teeth, but total wellness.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #557 – Building a Life by Design: From Dental Burnout to Lifestyle Freedom – Becky Steinbach & Schuyler Van Gorden
2. Ep #411 – From Health to Wealth – How Adversity Becomes a North Star – Michelle Jorgensen

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What if you could hit pause on your career, sell everything, and rediscover what freedom really means? That’s exactly what Drs. Rebecca Steinbach and Schuyler Van Gorden did. After years of burnout, nonstop staff turnover, and feeling trapped by their own success, they sold their practices, packed their bags, and spent a full year traveling through Central and South America—with no plans to return.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #556 – Exposing Dental Embezzlement And Protecting Practice Owners – David Harris
2. Ep #555 – From Burnout to Balance – Building a Freedom-Based Dental Practice – Dr. Paul Etchison

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In this powerful episode, David Harris, founder and CEO of Prosperident, pulls back the curtain on the hidden epidemic of dental embezzlement. With over three decades of investigative experience, David shares the red flags every dentist must watch for, the systems that prevent theft before it starts, and the hard truths about why our trusting nature makes us vulnerable. Whether you’re hiring your first team member or running a multimillion-dollar practice, this conversation is your wake-up call to put protective checks and balances in place—before it’s too late.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #555 – From Burnout to Balance – Building a Freedom-Based Dental Practice – Dr. Paul Etchison
2. Ep #512 - Protecting Your Wealth – Fiat Currency, Tangible Assets, and Commodities – Andrew McDannels

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Most dentists grind themselves into the ground, believing freedom only comes after a big sale. After scaling a $6 million practice, selling to a DSO, and nearly torching his relationships in the process, Dr. Paul Etchison discovered that real freedom isn’t about early retirement. Now the bestselling author of Dental Practice Heroes, a coach, and a podcast host, he shows how any dentist—whether solo or scaling—can build a business that thrives without their constant presence.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #554 – From Clinician to Executive: The Playbook for Scaling Dental Practices - Emmet Scott
2. Ep #549 - Lessons on Ownership, Mindset & Money For Practice Owners and New Dental Grads – Mike Abernathy

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Emmet shares the frameworks that have helped over 460 dental organizations scale, representing $3 billion in revenue and 1,700 locations. From understanding the profitability cycle to avoiding the trap of “red car, blue truck, yellow motorcycle” distraction, he outlines the path from clinician to entrepreneur to executive. This is a roadmap for anyone ready to build a business that funds freedom—without chaining themselves to the chair.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #553 – How to Invest or Participate in Franchise Businesses – Jon Ostenson
2. Ep #526 - Dental Practice Transitions – DSO Trends, Seller Options and Best Practices – Brannon Moncrief

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Jon reveals why franchising is one of the most overlooked paths to semi-passive income, and why it’s about much more than burgers and fries. From home services to senior care to pet wellness, franchising provides vetted, scalable businesses with systems, support, and tax benefits baked in. Whether you’re looking to involve your family, diversify your portfolio, or transition into your next chapter, Jon shares exactly what to look for—and what to avoid—when exploring this path.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #552 – The Art of Entrepreneurship – Building Legacy and Focus – Ken Wimberly
2. Ep #540 - Break Free From the Hamster Wheel By Redefining Leadership, Coaching and Legacy – Dr. Jerry Gray

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In this episode, Ken shares why the most important entrepreneurial decision you’ll make is choosing sequential focus over simultaneous distraction. He opens up about shutting down passion projects, the art of building lasting partnerships, and why mission and values—not just profits—create businesses that endure. Whether you’re starting your first venture or navigating a major pivot, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how you define success and build a legacy that truly matters.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #551 – Flow-Driven Performance: Unlocking Human Potential in Dentistry and Beyond – David Maloley
2. Ep #540 - Break Free From the Hamster Wheel By Redefining Leadership, Coaching and Legacy – Dr. Jerry Gray

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

This isn’t another talk on systems or hustle. David unpacks why mastery, autonomy, and purpose—not command-and-control leadership—are the keys to thriving teams. We dive into neuroscience, culture, and leadership to reveal how dentists and entrepreneurs can move beyond grind culture, keep their best people engaged, and build businesses that feel as good as they perform. If you’ve ever wondered what’s next after financial success, this conversation will give you a roadmap.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #550 – Every Dentist Must Master Leadership, Exit Strategies and Burnout – Dr. John Meis
2. Ep #272 - Relentless Leadership - Dr. David Maloley

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What sets John apart is his ability to cut through complexity. In this conversation, we break down the biggest mistakes sellers make before a transition, why leadership—not clinical skill—is the true multiplier in today’s market, and how younger doctors can thrive despite heavy debt and limited reps coming out of school. If you’re a dentist who wants clarity about the future, and a blueprint for building freedom on your terms, this episode is a must-listen.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #549 – Lessons on Ownership, Mindset & Money For Practice Owners and New Dental Grads – Mike Abernathy
2. Ep #548 - The Evolving Dental Industry: The Future of Private Practice – Steve Parker

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

You’ll hear why profits follow ownership, not employment, how to balance competence with confidence, and why common sense—not the status quo—should drive your business decisions. Whether you’re fresh out of school or approaching the finish line, this episode is your blueprint for building a practice and life that serves you, not the other way around.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #548 – The Evolving Dental Industry: The Future of Private Practice – Steve Parker
2. Ep #466 - Pursuing Freedom in a Dynamic & Fast-Changing World (Part 1) – Dr. Mike Abernathy

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Whether you're a fresh dental grad wondering if ownership is worth it, or a seasoned doc questioning your next move, Steve's insights will help you reframe your mindset around profitability, leadership, and long-term sustainability. This isn’t about “grinding harder”—it’s about building smarter, staying profitable, and maintaining clarity on what success truly means. Private practice isn't just surviving—it’s adapting. And it may be stronger than ever.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #547 – The Lost Art of Restoring Trust, Resolving Conflict, and Emotional Intelligence - Greg Stephens
2. Ep #283 - Coming Back Stronger - Steve Parker

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you’ve ever avoided conflict or struggled to express yourself in high-stakes conversations, this episode is your wake-up call. Greg Stephens, executive coach, author, and founder of Alignment Resources, joins David to discuss why so many leaders unknowingly limit their influence, connection, and freedom—because they’ve never been taught how to have the right conversations. Greg believes that conflict isn’t a threat—it’s the doorway to transformation.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #544 – Tony Rubleski - Leadership Reimagined: Why Human Connection Still Wins
2. Ep #540 - Dr. Jerry Gray - Break Free From the Hamster Wheel By Redefining Leadership, Coaching and Legacy

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Many dentists are great producers—but still struggle to understand why their bank accounts don’t reflect that success. This week, David welcomes back Barb Stackhouse, a former dental hygienist turned Profit First coach, who helps practice owners finally bridge the gap between production and real profit. In this episode, Barb reveals how one report, 10 minutes a week, and a mindset shift can give dentists total financial control—without needing to become accountants.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #545 - Mike Michalowicz – Profitable Systems, Money Habits & Entrepreneurial Freedom
2. Ep #352 - Barbara Stackhouse – Eliminate Stress and Increase Time with a Profit First System for Freedom

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining us today is bestselling author, Mike Michalowicz, to tell us about his upcoming, and most personal book yet, The Money Habit. Mike shares how past failures led him to rethink profitability,  and expounds on the “four-week vacation test” from Clockwork, and how most entrepreneurs mistakenly equate growth with success, and how to break through the marketing noise by doing the opposite of what everyone else is doing!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #535 - Mark Drager – Reinventing Business and Brand Strategy From Collapse to Clarity
2. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What does it truly mean to lead in an era of rapid change and uncertainty? Today we're joined by Tony Rubleski, leadership strategist and author of Trailblazers, to explore real leadership and inspiring others to take action, especially when the world is filled with confusion and distractions. Tony shares that successful leaders must be willing to be misunderstood, even by those closest to them, and talks about what it means to be a true entrepreneurial trailblazer.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #540 - Dr. Jerry Gray: – Break Free From the Hamster Wheel By Redefining Leadership, Coaching and Legacy
2. Ep #535 - Mark Drager – Reinventing Business and Brand Strategy From Collapse to Clarity
3. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Does your dental practice or business bring you joy? Dr. Robert "Cree" Hamilton is an orthodontist whose journey spans a small-town upbringing, a career in the Air Force, and a dental practice in Las Vegas. His story embodies the principles of intentional design and purpose-driven leadership. Cree shares his insights on bringing an associate into the dental practice, and the need for transparency and alignment of vision— including two powerful daily questions to clear the air and avoid hidden resentment. Give it a listen!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #539 - Dr. Matt VanderMolen: – Building People First: Creating a High-Performance Dental Practice and Business
2. Ep #538 - Jake Conway – Scaling Smart: Navigating Growth, Profitability, and Dental Exit Strategies

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

After 30 years running a solo dental practice with no breaks, no vacations, and no exit in sight, Dr. John and Joy Russo decided to do things differently. In this episode, they share how they transitioned from burnout and uncertainty to true time and financial freedom—without giving up clinical autonomy. Discover what they did differently that opened the door to passive income, alternative investing, and a lifestyle they once thought was out of reach. Their only regret? Not starting sooner.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #539 - Dr. Matt VanderMolen: – Building People First: Creating a High-Performance Dental Practice and Business
2. Ep #538 - Jake Conway – Scaling Smart: Navigating Growth, Profitability, and Dental Exit Strategies

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining us today is Dr. Chris Phelps, dentist, entrepreneur, and CEO of the Cialdini Institute. We explore the evolution from clinical practice to scalable, self-managing businesses. Chris shares how his first entrepreneurial breakthrough came from simplifying dense dental school material into condensed study guides—eventually monetizing his problem-solving ability. Listen in to gain powerful takeaways on using behavioral psychology to drive team performance and patient commitment, the transformative power of Kolbe assessments for building high-functioning teams, and how marketing strategy must begin with clarity around the ideal avatar.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #539 - Dr. Matt VanderMolen: – Building People First: Creating a High-Performance Dental Practice and Business
2. Ep #538 - Jake Conway – Scaling Smart: Navigating Growth, Profitability, and Dental Exit Strategies

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What happens when a successful endodontist redefines success—not by the size of his practice or his net worth, but by the depth of his relationships and the culture he creates? Today, Dr. Jerry (Gerald) Gray joins Dr. David Phelps to share his journey from burnout to transformation, and how coaching, family wake-up calls, and a renewed vision for leadership helped Jerry pivot from a transactional, high-performance mindset to a transformational purpose-driven life—one centered on values, trust, and impact.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #531 - Dr. Bill Jordan – Proactive Financial Planning and Embracing Life Transitions
2. Ep #530 - Brad Chandler – Why Business Owners Need to Unlock Self-Love and Break Limiting Beliefs
3. Ep #529 - Dr. Peter Dinh – Unlocking Peak Performance – A Dentist’s Guide to Health, Productivity, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset

The Free For Life Masterclass - The catalyst for exponential success: https://freedomfounders.com/catalyst

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Want to know more about leadership, culture, and creating a business that thrives? Joining the show today is Dr. Matt VanderMolen. From starting his dental career in the Navy to building a top dental practice in Springfield, Illinois, Matt talks about why your team comes before the patient and the importance of defining a clear mission within your business. Dr. VanderMolen shares how his military background instilled a passion for structured advancement and people development, and how it inspired him to create a five-level system to empower his dental staff. Give it a listen!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #530 - Brad Chandler – Why Business Owners Need to Unlock Self-Love and Break Limiting Beliefs
   
2. Ep #529 - Dr. Peter Dinh – Unlocking Peak Performance – A Dentist’s Guide to Health, Productivity, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset
3. Ep #525 - Dr. Victoria Peterson – Investment Grade Practice – The Business Principles Every Dentist Needs to Succeed

The Free For Life Masterclass - The catalyst for exponential success: https://freedomfounders.com/catalyst

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What do dentists need to increase profitability in their business and create time freedom? Jake Conway, founder of Custom Practice Analytics, is back for an in-depth conversation on future-proofing businesses in an era of uncertainty. We dig into the financial stressors facing dentists and entrepreneurs today and how knee-jerk decisions often compound the problem. Jake shares his battle-tested approach to key performance metrics, and also tackles one of the most misunderstood decisions practice owners face: whether to scale or sell. 

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #526 - Brannon Moncrief – Dental Practice Transitions – DSO Trends, Seller Options and Best Practices
2. Ep #525 - Dr. Victoria Peterson – Investment Grade Practice – The Business Principles Every Dentist Needs to Succeed
3. Ep #522 - Dr. Mauricio Dardano – An Inside Look At a Dentistry Consolidator – The Success of MB2 Dental

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining us today is Chris Litzler, Senior Managing Director at Marcus & Millichap, for an insider look at the current state of real estate capital markets. We dive into the world of refinancing and acquisition lending. With interest rates significantly higher than just a few years ago, most refinancing today is "involuntary." Listen in to hear Chris explain what passive investors should be looking for in real estate deals, the growing role of private credit funds, and more!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #534 - Russ Morgan – Becoming a Better Investor: What to Pay Attention to and What to Ignore
2. Ep #532 - David McAlvany – Recession and Reindustrialization: Investing Wisely in a Time of Transformation
3. Ep #527 - Marcus Crigler – Real Estate Investing and Profit Retention For 2025

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Are dentists missing a critical opportunity when it comes to investing in their own technology? Dr. Jeremy Krell, Managing Partner of Revere Partners (the first independent venture capital fund dedicated to oral health) brings his experience from years of building and exiting startups and clinical expertise, and makes a compelling case for why dentists should consider investing not only in their practices, but also in the very tools and technologies they already use!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #534 - Russ Morgan – Becoming a Better Investor: What to Pay Attention to and What to Ignore
2. Ep #529 - Dr. Peter Dinh – Unlocking Peak Performance – A Dentist’s Guide to Health, Productivity, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Mark Drager has helped over 300 companies across 29 industries sharpen their brand positioning and marketing strategies, and he joins us to unpack hard-won lessons about entrepreneurship, branding, and navigating radical business shifts. Mark shares his journey from building a multimillion-dollar agency to confronting its potential collapse, and offers a transparent look at the emotional and operational toll of scaling too quickly. Check it out!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #530 - Brad Chandler – Why Business Owners Need to Unlock Self-Love and Break Limiting Beliefs
2. Ep #523 - Perrin DesPortes – Creating a Business That Runs Itself – The Truly Successful Business Owner

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Get Your Dentist Retirement Survival Guide:

The winds of economic change are here, and now is the time to move to higher ground. This guide gives you the steps to protect your retirement, your family, and your peace of mind. Get the 25-point checklist here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Is traditional retirement keeping you trapped instead of setting you free? Joining us today is Russ Morgan, co-founder of Wealth Without Wall Street. Russ shares his powerful journey from certified financial planner, turned real estate investor, and reveals why traditional financial planning often leads to frustration, and not freedom. Russ dives into understanding your unique "Investor DNA," and building passive income streams that align with your strengths and goals rather than blindly following Wall Street narratives and conventional reliance on 401(k)s and IRAs. 

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #532 - David McAlvany – Recession and Reindustrialization: Investing Wisely in a Time of Transformation
2. Ep #518 - Mathew Owens – Real Estate Reality Check: Strategies, Caution, and Cash Flow for Today’s Market

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today, I'm sharing a recent and powerful conversation I had with Jeremy Knauff, a friend and public relations and marketing expert, unpacking the dramatic shifts underway in the global economy and how everyday Americans can prepare. In this conversation, we make sense of macroeconomic chaos, including inflation, tariffs, the demise of the dollar standard, and the risks of a debt-fueled financial system, as well as how it's important as Americans to increase our financial literacy, live within our means, invest in real assets (not just paper wealth), and build resilient networks in preparation for the volatile times ahead.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #532 - David McAlvany – Recession and Reindustrialization: Investing Wisely in a Time of Transformation
2. Ep #518 - Mathew Owens – Real Estate Reality Check: Strategies, Caution, and Cash Flow for Today’s Market
3. Ep #512 - Andrew McDannels – Protecting Your Wealth – Fiat Currency, Tangible Assets, and Commodities

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

David McAlvany, CEO of McAlvany Financial Companies, joins us for a deep dive into today’s volatile economic environment. He shares his insights into the growing risks tied to overleveraged hedge funds, private equity, and private credit markets, which are increasingly unstable in the face of rising interest rates. We also discuss the need for active management, increased cash allocations, the importance of liquidity, and how time, not net worth, is the true measure of wealth. 

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #527 - Marcus Crigler – Real Estate Investing and Profit Retention For 2025
2. Ep #518 - Mathew Owens – Real Estate Reality Check: Strategies, Caution, and Cash Flow for Today’s Market
3. Ep #512 - Andrew McDannels – Protecting Your Wealth – Fiat Currency, Tangible Assets, and Commodities

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Dr. Bill Jordan, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, shares his unexpected and life-altering journey from a thriving practice to a sudden retirement due to a tremor in his hands that impacted his ability to perform surgery. Bill dives into the emotional toll of this unplanned exit and the urgent need to reevaluate his and his wife's financial readiness. What followed was a radical shift—from traditional wealth accumulation to intentional budgeting, financial resilience, and building passive income streams.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #529 - Dr. Peter Dinh – Unlocking Peak Performance – A Dentist’s Guide to Health, Productivity, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset
2. Ep #528 - Dr. David Moffet – Financial Wisdom Before Retiring & The Ultimate Patient Experience

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining us today is my longtime friend, Brad Chandler, founder of LimitlessYou and a real estate guru. Though Brad has closed over 4,500 real estate transactions, the most significant turning point in his life didn't come from a deal but from a personal crisis—helping his son through anxiety. In doing so, it revealed Brad's own deeply buried limiting beliefs and a lack of self-love stemming from childhood experiences. And he shares how he broke the cycle through deep inner work and now dedicates his life to helping others rewire these false narratives!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #524 - Trevor Mauch – Escaping Frustration: How to Change Your Life and Business
2. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

If you want to optimize performance, you can't neglect your health. In this episode, I interview Dr. Peter Dinh, dentist, performance coach, and co-founder of the Gut Hormone Clinic, about his journey from unexplained burnout to optimized living. Peter shares how years of trying to better his performance failed until he addressed deeper health issues and how he tackled these root causes through functional medicine to regain energy, clarity, and motivation. Give it a listen!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #524 - Trevor Mauch – Escaping Frustration: How to Change Your Life and Business
2. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results
3. Ep #513 - Patrick Precourt – True Transformation and How Comfort Becomes a Crutch

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining the podcast today is, Dr. David Moffet, creator of The Ultimate Patient Experience, and a dental practice management and profitability expert. He shares his journey from running a highly profitable dental practice to selling it in 2007, and the steps that led to his transition into the coaching world. We also discusses his philosophy of practicing for longevity versus quick fixes, providing a great experience for your patients, and the power of networking with like-minded professionals!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #526 - Brannon Moncrief – Dental Practice Transitions – DSO Trends, Seller Options and Best Practices
2. Ep #525 - Dr. Victoria Peterson – Investment Grade Practice – The Business Principles Every Dentist Needs to Succeed
3. Ep #523 - Perrin DesPortes – Creating a Business That Runs Itself – The Truly Successful Business Owner

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Is now the time for smaller and more strategic moves when investing? This episode is both for investors and business owners. Joining me today is Marcus Crigler, Founder, CEO, and CFO of BEC (Accounting, Tax, and Finance Experts For Real Estate Investors.) We explore how market cycles affect investment strategies, the rising cost of capital, and why many real estate investors need to adjust their models to maintain profitability and more!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #525 - Dr. Victoria Peterson – Investment Grade Practice – The Business Principles Every Dentist Needs to Succeed
2. Ep #518 - Mathew Owens – Real Estate Reality Check: Strategies, Caution, and Cash Flow for Today’s Market
3. Ep #517 - Austin Hair – Combining Healthcare and Real Estate – How Demographics and Market Analysis Protect Investors

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Thinking about selling your dental practice? Whether you're considering a private buyer, a DSO, or planning ahead for your practice exit, this episode is for you! Brannon Moncrief, CEO of Dental Transitions Group, and a dental transition expert, joins me in discussing dental practice transitions, and the growing influence of DSOs and private equity in the market.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #522 - Dr. Mauricio Dardano – An Inside Look At a Dentistry Consolidator – The Success of MB2 Dental
2. Ep #510 - Brannon Moncrief – Planning for Your Practice Exit – What You Need to Know

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Dr. Victoria Peterson, co-founder and CEO of the Productive Dentist Academy, and host of the Investment Grade Practice Podcast, joins us to discuss running a dental practice worth selling, practice management, and best practices for high-performing dental practitioners. Victoria shares her unconventional path from a high school dropout in rural Georgia to a leading dental entrepreneur. She challenges the conventional wisdom that exit planning is only for those nearing retirement and how it should be a core business strategy from day one.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #523 - Perrin DesPortes – Creating a Business That Runs Itself – The Truly Successful Business Owner
2. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Are you constantly overwhelmed by your workload or feel like your business is controlling your life? Then this episode is for you! Trevor Mauch, Founder of Carrot, a lead generation system for Real Estate investors and agents, explores the challenges entrepreneurs, particularly dentists and business owners, face when trying to break free from the overwhelming demands of their work. Trevor walk us through a framework for understanding transformation, how success often leads to complacency or "default mode," which, if left unchecked, leads to frustration, drift, and ultimately failure.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #523 - Perrin DesPortes – Creating a Business That Runs Itself – The Truly Successful Business Owner
2. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results
3. Ep #513 - Patrick Precourt True – Transformation and How Comfort Becomes a Crutch

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, reinvention is essential for long-term success. Perrin DesPortes, Founder of The Next Level Executive, and co-founder of two other successful businesses, explores the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship and leadership, draws from his experience as a general manager and his entrepreneurial ventures, he discusses the necessity of strong leadership, strategic decision-making, and mentorship in building sustainable, profitable businesses, and more!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results
2. Ep #515 - Marty Fort – Effective Marketing Equals More Profit For Less Effort – 95% of Businesses Don’t Do This
3. Ep #513 - Patrick Precourt True – Transformation and How Comfort Becomes a Crutch

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Mauricio Dardano, co-founder and senior managing partner of MB2 Dental. Mauricio shares his journey from working as an associate dentist to helping build a thriving dental partnership organization. With MB2 Dental, he helped create a model that combines the resources, shared services, and scalability of a larger organization while preserving the autonomy of individual dentists. Tune in for the two key things associates think about before becoming a dental practice owner and why scaling more dental practices can be challenging for a solo practitioner!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #519 - JM Ryerson – Leadership that Creates Growth, Profit and Results
2. Ep #510 - Brannon Moncrief – Planning for Your Practice Exit – What You Need to Know 
3. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur Mindset

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Mathew Sorensen, CEO of Directed IRA and a leading authority on self-directed retirement accounts, shares insights on how investors can take control of their financial future. In this episode, we will dive into how the affluent prioritize control, tangible assets, and diverse income streams to build and preserve their wealth outside Wall Street. Mat explains how self-directing your retirement accounts empowers you to invest in alternative assets and provides greater flexibility and potentially higher returns. Be sure to check it out!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #520 - Mark Lane – From $40K to $400K – Gaining More Money and Time with Real Estate
2. Ep #517 - Austin Hair – Combining Healthcare and Real Estate – How Demographics and Market Analysis Protect Investors
3. Ep #512 - Andrew McDannels – Protecting Your Wealth – Fiat Currency, Tangible Assets, and Commodities 

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

I'm joined today by Mark Lane, founder and owner of Lane Investments, LLC, a former factory worker turned real estate investor, shares his story of breaking free from a dead end, exhausting career, to build a life of financial independence and freedom. Mark talks about how as he envisioned a better future for his daughter, it became his key pivotal moment and propelled him to explore real estate as a path to better financial security. Mark's story also underscores the value of resilience, adapting to challenges like an unexpected health crisis, and maintaining focus on what truly matters. Give it a listen!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #514 - Kim Kiyosaki – How to Think For Yourself and Learn to Invest
2. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur Mindset
3. Ep #507 - Anna Kelley – Building Financial Security and Freedom – Business vs Employee vs Investing

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

How would you describe a good leader? Confident, charismatic? Vulnerable? A risk taker, an excellent communicator, a servant? JM Ryerson, best-selling author and CEO of Let's Go Win, joins me today to discuss principles and strategies on how to lead effectively, authentically, and with greater success in business and personal relationships

JM teaches entrepreneurial wisdom to double growth and profit, but he also inspires others in a way that excites them to try new things with honesty, vulnerability and service. Give it a listen!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #513 - Patrick Precourt - True Transformation and How Comfort Becomes a Crutch
2. Ep #501 - Laura Schwindt and Karen Tindall - A Balanced Life and Practice – More Joy Equals More Productivity

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Resilience and adaptability are key traits for success in real estate. Today, I am joined by Mathew Owens, CPA and Owner of OCG Properties and OCG Capital. We discuss the transition from active income to passive income for long-term security.

Mathew shares his personal journey of rebounding from a 50k loss to making a 70k profit and the importance of learning from challenges such as contractor fraud and market downturns. Listen in to hear about what due diligence is necessary, the insight active real estate investing can offer, and more!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #517 - Austin Hair – Combining Healthcare and Real Estate – How Demographics and Market Analysis Protect Investors
2. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur Mindset
3. Ep #505 - Jeff Watson – How and Why You Should Loan Money in Real Estate

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today, we're diving into some niche real estate markets, then broadening out to the general real estate market and the overall economy. I spoke with Austin Hair, a former professional wakeboarder now a real estate operator and managing partner of Leaders Real Estate.

In this episode, we discuss how Austin uses demographic and competition analysis, particularly in the healthcare sector, to look for acquisitions and opportunities for both healthcare providers looking for new locations and investors. Listen in to learn why healthcare real estate is a resilient investment class, the benefits of long-term asset holding, wedding venues as a niche opportunity, mitigating risks via relationships, and the potential for a recession soon.

Check out the show notes for more information!

Time Codes:

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #514 - Kim Kiyosaki - How to Think For Yourself and Learn 
2. Ep #512 - Andrew McDannels - Protecting Your Wealth - Fiat Currency, Tangible Assets, and Commodities
3. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor Mindset

Episode Links:

Austin's Company: Leaders Real Estate

Austin's Podcast: Helping Healthcare Scale

Download the free report: Becoming a Full-Cyle Investor

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

A New Year's Eve Special where I reflect on 2024 in podcasting, preview conversations and lessons to come, the top 3 ways to work with me in 2025 and my thoughts on success and enjoyment for this next year. In gratitude and reflection, we realize how blessed we are and what we'd like to do next. I invite you to try it out and see how it affects your next year.

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #508 - Ben Glass – Time Management Principles and Strategies for Success and Enjoyment
2. Ep #501 - Laura Schwindt and Karen Tindall – A Balanced Life and Practice: More Joy Equals More Productivity
3. Ep #446 - Paul Goodman – Finding Joy and Happiness in a World of Complaint

Links from this episode:

1. Join my Catalyst Group: 4-week Online Real Estate Course
2. Order free copies of all my books.
3. Schedule your call with my team.

#reflection #podcasting #2025 #success #enjoyment #gratitude

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What is the key to turning your business into a trusted authority and creating an effective marketing plan? Marty Fort joins us today to answer that question and more. A musician, small business owner, former professor, seminar speaker, and business coach, Marty owns and operates one of the biggest communities of music schools in South Carolina. In this episode, he shares insight from years in business and marketing, as well as how he helps small business owners realize their full potential.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur Mindset
2. Ep #425 - Christopher Phelps – Complete Dental Marketing – Boots on the Ground Strategies that Actually Work

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Joining me today is Kim Kiyosaki, an accomplished investor and entrepreneur known for her expertise in education and empowerment. As a co-founder of the Rich Dad Foundation (alongside her husband Robert Kiyosaki) and author of Rich Woman, Kim uses her experience and knowledge of wealth and finance to educate and inspire women to achieve financial independence through investing in sound financial management. Listen in as she talks about important lessons she has learned throughout her life when it comes to finances, how to avoid common financial mistakes, and more.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #506 - Ted Oakley – Stewarding Wealth, Values and Wisdom Into The Next Generations
2. Ep #475 - Anna Kelley – Building Wealth and Teaching Financial Wisdom to the Next Generation
3. Ep #463 - David Phelps – Creating Your Own Economy in the Midst of Volatility in 2024

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Are you feeling stuck but aren’t sure why? What if the key to unlocking your potential lies in embracing uncertainty instead of staying in your comfort zone? If you’re looking for insight into how to transform your habits and pursue higher fulfillment and impact, don't miss this incredible episode with Patrick Precourt. A lifelong entrepreneur, competitive MMA athlete, real estate investor, and Peak Evidence-Based Performance Life Coach, Patrick joins me today to break down what it takes to find and pursue your purpose.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep #509 - Matt Larson – Success Requires Risk and Courage – An Entrepreneur Mindset
2. Ep #294 - Patrick Precourt – Using Adversity to Create Opportunity and Impact

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What is real money? And how can you protect yours over the coming years? In this episode, Andrew McDannels joins us again, and this time, we’ll focus more on currency, investing, and wealth protection. We discuss how Trump has affected the stock market vs. long-term treasuries, as well as what that says about our economy. Andrew will also share his best tips on how to protect yourself from inflation. 

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Andrew McDannels is a lifestyle investor and business owner who has a very different approach to life and work. He joins the show today to share why he and his family have lived in 11 countries and traveled non-stop for the last few years. He also opens up about his lifestyle, how he doesn't pay taxes, and how to design a life and job you want to do.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today Brannon Moncrief joins us again, this time for a highly relevant conversation about planning for your practice exit. Brannon is with McLerran & Associates and has been a banker, broker, and sale-side advisor for over 20 years. He's seen it all when it comes to practice sales, as well as DSO affiliations and private equity partnerships, so make sure to tune in to hear his powerful insights.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Matt Larson is the founder of Rapid Assistants and a serial real estate investor with a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio. He joins us today to share his career journey, from a machine shop to going all in on real estate and securing over 400 properties within a few years. You will hear about the value of scaling and securing, finding the opportunity in recessions through preparation, and how to build a successful long-term business.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

What does it take to lead effectively in today's fast-paced business world? In this episode, we explore the principles of successful business leadership with Ben Glass, a renowned attorney and legal marketing expert known for his strategic approach to entrepreneurship and management. Dive into our discussion as Ben unravels the secrets behind mastering time management, delegating effectively, and developing operational playbooks that ensure consistent success. 

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think):

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Last week was our nationwide fall Freedom Founder member event, where I had an interesting conversation with my good friend Anna Kelley that I'm going to share with you today. We talked about why Anna saw real estate as the best avenue to pursue—even when her husband ran a chiropractic office and she was working in corporate banking. She opens up about how she and her husband found financial freedom through real estate, understanding the economy, and knowing her ‘why.’

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

We all want to leave a strong legacy and equip our kids in a way that allows them to succeed and leave a legacy of their own. The question is: how do we do that? I recently had a live conversation about this topic with Ted Oakley, Managing Partner and Founder of Oxbow Advisors. As someone who helps clients navigate the markets, plan for retirement, and steward wealth for the next generations, Ted has a tremendous amount of wisdom around understanding true wealth and creating a legacy that is worth more than just money.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

How do you protect yourself from fraud and operator shortcomings as an investor? Jeff Watson joins me on the show today to talk about just that. As an active attorney, general counsel to the National Real Estate Investor’s Association, and cofounder of RealEflow LLC, Jeff draws from plenty of experience and offers a unique perspective on real estate investing, wealth-building, and asset protection.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing
2. Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns
3. Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

How will the rate cut play out? My guest today is Anna Kelley, who holds a wealth of information on real estate investing, reading the market, mitigating risk, overcoming limiting beliefs, and sharing what she’s learned with the next generation. In this episode, she'll break down the potential impacts of the rate cut and how it may affect you and your finances. 

Check out the show notes for more information!

1. Ep #476 - Anna Kelley: Building Wealth and Teaching Financial Wisdom in Today's Economy (Part 2)
2. Ep #475 - Anna Kelley: Building Wealth and Teaching Financial Wisdom to the Next Generation (Part 1)

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Get ready to go down the rabbit hole of private credit lending with my friend Tom Berry. This is something we’ve been doing in Freedom Founders since the beginning, and in this episode, you will get to hear the most important elements that allow you to be successful and profitable in any stage of the market. If you want to know how private lending might fit into your asset allocations, this episode is for you!

Check out the show notes for more information!

1. Ep #382: Dr. Cody Cowen - Financial Freedom by 40 - It’s All About Your Network and Relationships
2. Ep #243: Steven Mautner - Maximizing Profitably in an Era of Commoditization
3. Ep #334: Justin Donald - Investing in Assets to Create Your Freedom Lifestyle
4. Ep #360: Rob Swanson - The Eight Rules of Investing (Part 1)
5. Ep #344: David & Kandace Phelps - Risk is Necessary to Find Freedom (Part 1)
6. Ep #353: Jim Rachor - Family, Legacy, and Freedom - How to Get There Sooner, Not Someday
7. Ep #364: Trey Taylor - A CEO Only Does Three Things
8. Ep #238: Dr. Cherry Chen - The Real Estate Physician
9. Ep #254: Aaron Chapman - Shorting the Dollar with Good Debt
10. Ep #343: Steven J. Anderson - Creating a Fast Start for Next-Generation Entrepreneurs

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

If you want to be successfully invested for the long term, you need to understand the impact of credit shifts and rate cuts on the markets. Joining the show today is Chris Litzler, Senior Director at commercial real estate financing corporation Marcus & Millichap. Chris is well versed in the credit cycles and one of my barometers when it comes to credit shifts and how banks need to adjust to the current economy. You won’t want to miss what he has to say about the real estate market, rate changes, upcoming opportunities, and more.

Check out the show notes for more information!

1. Ep #382: Dr. Cody Cowen - Financial Freedom by 40 - It’s All About Your Network and Relationships
2. Ep #243: Steven Mautner - Maximizing Profitably in an Era of Commoditization
3. Ep #334: Justin Donald - Investing in Assets to Create Your Freedom Lifestyle
4. Ep #360: Rob Swanson - The Eight Rules of Investing (Part 1)
5. Ep #344: David & Kandace Phelps - Risk is Necessary to Find Freedom (Part 1)
6. Ep #353: Jim Rachor - Family, Legacy, and Freedom - How to Get There Sooner, Not Someday
7. Ep #364: Trey Taylor - A CEO Only Does Three Things
8. Ep #238: Dr. Cherry Chen - The Real Estate Physician
9. Ep #254: Aaron Chapman - Shorting the Dollar with Good Debt
10. Ep #343: Steven J. Anderson - Creating a Fast Start for Next-Generation Entrepreneurs

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Dr. Karen Tindall and Dr. Laura Schwindt are dentists and certified life coaches who combine their love of people, life-changing transformations, and dentistry in partnership with The Mint Door. They join the show today to share some of the important mindset shifts that they help their clients achieve in order to start enjoying life today and creating momentum toward an ideal future.

Check out the show notes for more information!

1. Ep #382: Dr. Cody Cowen - Financial Freedom by 40 - It’s All About Your Network and Relationships
2. Ep #243: Steven Mautner - Maximizing Profitably in an Era of Commoditization
3. Ep #334: Justin Donald - Investing in Assets to Create Your Freedom Lifestyle
4. Ep #360: Rob Swanson - The Eight Rules of Investing (Part 1)
5. Ep #344: David & Kandace Phelps - Risk is Necessary to Find Freedom (Part 1)
6. Ep #353: Jim Rachor - Family, Legacy, and Freedom - How to Get There Sooner, Not Someday
7. Ep #364: Trey Taylor - A CEO Only Does Three Things
8. Ep #238: Dr. Cherry Chen - The Real Estate Physician
9. Ep #254: Aaron Chapman - Shorting the Dollar with Good Debt
10. Ep #343: Steven J. Anderson - Creating a Fast Start for Next-Generation Entrepreneurs

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

There is a gap between what most financial advisors suggest and what it takes to achieve true financial freedom. In this episode, my wife Kandace and I will discuss how and why we created the Freedom Founders community. You will learn how the community we created replicates the success I’ve had in my own life with real estate investing, self-discovery, financial planning, education, and creating more time off for what matters the most.

Check out the show notes for more information!

1. Ep #382: Dr. Cody Cowen - Financial Freedom by 40 - It’s All About Your Network and Relationships
2. Ep #243: Steven Mautner - Maximizing Profitably in an Era of Commoditization
3. Ep #334: Justin Donald - Investing in Assets to Create Your Freedom Lifestyle
4. Ep #360: Rob Swanson - The Eight Rules of Investing (Part 1)
5. Ep #344: David & Kandace Phelps - Risk is Necessary to Find Freedom (Part 1)
6. Ep #353: Jim Rachor - Family, Legacy, and Freedom - How to Get There Sooner, Not Someday
7. Ep #364: Trey Taylor - A CEO Only Does Three Things
8. Ep #238: Dr. Cherry Chen - The Real Estate Physician
9. Ep #254: Aaron Chapman - Shorting the Dollar with Good Debt
10. Ep #343: Steven J. Anderson - Creating a Fast Start for Next-Generation Entrepreneurs

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

What does success look like after dentistry? If you are considering a career transition or thinking about selling your practice, this question is key to ensuring you make the right decision in the long run. With over 35 years of business and dental industry experience, Dr. David Porritt of the Productive Dentist Academy joins the show to share what it takes to ensure you have the right experts on your side to make the best decision for your practice and life after selling.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

How much is enough? Have you ever sat down and truly considered what would be enough for you? Founder and CEO of Burleson Seminars, Dustin Burleson, joins the conversation today to discuss this vital aspect of our careers that can determine the longevity and enjoyment of our lives. Listen in to learn how important it is to be intentional, understand your why, and make sure you’re not just checking societal boxes.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Time and profitability are key components to doing dentistry on your own terms. Scott Manning joins the show today to talk about the importance of rethinking conventional dentistry models and how you can turn limitations into assets in your practice. A valuable mentor and cohort of mine, Scott has valuable insight into the dentistry industry that you don't want to miss!

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Today, I’ll be speaking with the founder of Growth Institute, Daniel Marcos. Daniel works with high-level business owners around the world, and he brings a global perspective on the markets as he breaks down the international trends that affect us here in the U.S. Don't miss hearing his key wisdom on what business owners and investors can do to preserve wealth and prepare for uncertainty.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Ted Oakley is a seasoned investment expert with over 40 years of experience helping high-net-worth individuals preserve their wealth. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of today’s economic landscape, focusing on inflation, deflation, and the volatility in various markets. This conversation is packed with valuable advice for investors and business owners looking to navigate uncertain times and protect their financial future.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Real legacy is so much more than just the financial—it’s about passing down values, family identity, and hard-earned wisdom. Baby Boomers and the Silent Generation are expected to pass down a combined $84.4 trillion in assets to younger generations over the next 2 decades. Will the younger generations be ready to receive, maintain, and grow that wealth? This week, David McAlvany joins the show to share how you can go about passing down that intangible wealth to the next generation.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Alastair J. Macdonald is an entrepreneur and philosopher with an extensive amount of experience discerning signal amongst overwhelming noise. Today, we discuss the opportunity and value of mining your own experience, seeking wisdom from those who came before, and what to focus on in today's volatile economy. 

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Today, I'm joined by Bob Repass, COO of Revolve Capital, to discuss the current state of the real estate and credit markets. Bob's been in the distressed mortgage game for over 30 years, and he’s here to offer his perspective on affordability challenges, consumer debt, and potential market shifts ahead. We talk about the importance of relationships in business, how the market differs from 2008, and where we are in the current credit cycle.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Today, I'm joined by Drs. Martin and Debra Crombie to discuss their success in selling their practice and how they are developing their skills to invest their capital. They share how they overcame the anxiety of an uncertain financial future and their discovery of a path to financial freedom through the Freedom Founders community.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Busy business owners and investors everywhere are trying to figure out how to better navigate these uncertain and turbulent times. Today, I’m joined by Frances Stacy, a market analyst and trading expert who appears in the financial media, advises policymakers, and manages portfolios at Optimal Capital. She discusses some important principles that will help us to better understand what’s going on in order to position ourselves and our businesses in the right way to weather the storms.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

Today, I'm bringing back an encore episode with David McAlvany, CEO of the McAlvany Financial Group. We discussed the nature and persistence of inflation, a conversation that took place a year and a half ago but is still relevant to today's economy. Listen in to learn the effects of inflation on our wealth and investing and how the next generation can prepare to handle the responsibility of shepherding wealth and standing out in today's job market.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

This week, similar to last week, I’m going to take you inside a special project I’ve been working on this year. I'll give you some things to think about when it comes to formal education vs. “street smarts”, and share why real-life experience—learned while you’re doing it and being around other people who can share their thoughts and insights—is so important to your success in business.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard. 

This week, I’m giving you an inside look at a special project I’ve been working on. I’ll be talking about my early insights into entrepreneurship, mindsets, and how I decided I was not going to follow the traditional path. Hopefully, this episode will give you some motivation and ideas that will help you and guide you on your own path to freedom.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today's guest has deep experience in all things dentistry. Perrin DesPortes helps dentists build group practices, bring associates and executives into the ownership of their practices, and assist in the transition process. If you’re moving towards a transition with your practice, then be sure to tune in.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Bob Lachance is someone I’ve known for many years through various masterminds, and he joins me on the show today to talk about how you can better leverage your time by using the skills and talents of other people. If you're interested in using virtual and executive assistants to buy back your time and create an effective team, don't miss this episode!

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Have you hit that point in your career and practice where you’re wondering what’s next? Daniel Sage joins me on the show today to share his evolution from clinical practice to exiting the practice and figuring out what’s next for him. He sheds light on his experience selling his practice, going through Freedom Founders, and understanding the options and passions that contributed to his “next.”

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

We’re back with the second half of my conversation with Burt Copeland. (If you missed the first part, go back and catch up on what a CFO really is and gain appreciation for what they can do for your business.) In this episode, we're discussing what we do in Freedom Founders in regards to due diligence and building a solid vetting process for investing.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

This week, you’ll be hearing a great conversation that I had with a person who is not only a friend, but has also been an incredible business mentor to me and many others. Burt Copeland is the founder of New Life CFO, and he joins the show to talk about what a CFO is, how he became one, and what a CFO can do for your business.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today we have the privilege of talking to two of our Freedom Founders members, Dr. Cindy Rider and Scott Densmore. They join us to talk not only about their journey to financial freedom, but also the key motivations and priorities they have held to throughout it all and how they were able to prioritize family, quality time, and pursuing purpose.

Check out the show notes for more information!

Episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

1. Achieving Financial Freedom in Dentistry – Dr. David Phelps: Ep #479
2. Freedom – Living Life on Your Terms – Hiru Mathur:  Ep #452
3. The Adventure of “World-Schooling” Our Kids With a Freedom Lifestyle - Dr. Drew Ballard: Ep #322
   

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

In today’s episode, I dive into the complexities of the current economic environment and its implications on financial freedom and practice management. My discussion zeroes in on identifying market cycle signals, reevaluating financial models, and preparing for the impending shifts that could significantly transform both professional and financial landscapes.

Check out the show notes for more information!

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you'll enjoy:

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today I want to share a critical—yet often overlooked—inflection point in career planning that impacts not just dentists, but professionals across various industries. It's about understanding how much capital you truly need to alleviate pressure and gain financial freedom. Whether you're at the start, middle, or end of your career, the challenge lies in determining this capital base, as well as knowing how to make your money work for you. In this episode, I explain why passive income is essential and how to break free from average results to embrace true financial independence.

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Today’s conversation is with Freedom Founders members Rick and Cindy Ostler, who have moved from a place of financial struggle to financial freedom. I like to have these chats from time to time because it is not only fun, but also sheds light on what has become my life's mission: to help other people on their path to financial freedom and leadership. These two have gone through a lot on their journey, and their story is an inspiring one that you don’t want to miss.

Check out the show notes for more information!

P.S. Whenever you’re ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you’re closer than you think) :

1. Schedule a Call with My Team:

If you’d like to replace the earned income you need from your practice with investment income in as little as 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you’ll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest.

2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor:

There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they’re about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I’m offering a report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up markets and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here.

3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard:

Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.