The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists

Rob Swanson has 8 rules of investing that ensure he makes the best possible and most worthwhile investing decisions. He joins us on the podcast to talk about these rules and give you important insight into what you need to know about investing in this economic climate. In this first episode of the two-part series, Rob will go over rules 1 through 3, sharing the keys to stop billing hours and start investing intelligently.

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I’ve really been looking forward to having this conversation with my longtime friend and colleague in the space, Jason Hartman. Jason has an incredible amount of insight into the real estate and investing fields, and he shares some important advice on money management, inflation, and investing long-term. He also discusses key changes we've seen over time and throughout history that we need to keep track of and learn from.

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Many of us are big on finding freedom in our lives and think that working hard, grinding it out, and making more money is serving our families really well. Although our intentions can be great and family-focused, this can be a tricky thing to navigate when it comes to time, being busy, and ultimately delegating out things that are crucial to the health and happiness of our families. In this episode, my good friend Jim Sheils joins me to talk about just this and how he found a way to put family first and make this time of life count.

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We often work hard and stay busy because we think it’s the right thing to do and we want to support our families. Yet, often, busy isn’t the answer. I am excited to share Ken Wimberly with you today because he comes with an extremely important message and something slightly different to share with you. Today, he talks about setbacks, turnarounds, having it all figured out, and—most importantly—building a family legacy.

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Today, I’ll be bringing back one of my favorites to the show: Mr. Mike Michalowicz. Mike is a prolific writer who really understands the business mindset and is able to take complexity and make it simple, fun, and innovative. In this episode, he’ll be sharing some incredible insight into standing out from the crowd in business while staying true to yourself.

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Alastair MacDonald is a private advisor to established entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners, as well as a TEDx speaker who lectures on economic, social, and financial forecasts. Join me today to hear part two of our conversation at the Freedom Founders Mastermind, where we dive into the concept of certainty, how to hedge against a volatile economy, and why the abdication model is no longer one that works.

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Would you jump at the chance to hear from someone who has experienced five recessions, one national currency implosion, three global pricing bubbles, the greatest hyperinflation, the largest asset deflation in history, and violent, social, and political upheaval? Join me today to hear part one of a conversation I recently had with Alastair Macdonald at the Freedom Founders Mastermind. He is a good friend, mentor, and very thoughtful person who will be sharing some gems with us about uncertainty, seeking guidance, risk, and group-think.

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For those who are looking for a different path to their freedom and retirement goals, this episode will be extremely insightful and helpful. Today I’m joined by Jim Rachor, a Freedom Founders member who decided to take things into his own hands rather than abdicate that to other platforms and institutions. You will hear about his incredible journey to finding a new way to tackle his goals and gain true financial freedom.

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Today, my good friend Barbara Stackhouse joins me on the show to talk about the Profit First system and how you can use it to stay on track, get ahead, and be less stressed. Barb is someone who has been in the industry a long time and has been helping dentists boost their revenue and profits. In this episode, she explains how she does this and what you can do to get started doing the same through a combination of wellness, accounting processes, and knowledge.

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Today’s episode is part two of the interview I did with my good friend and mentor, Daniel Marcos, co-founder and CEO of the Growth Institute. (If you didn’t catch last week's episode, I encourage you to listen to that first.) In this follow-up, you'll hear more about Daniel’s journey into disciplined entrepreneurship and gain insight on scaling a business the right way.

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This week, you’ll get to listen to the first episode of a two-part series of sessions I did with my good friend and mentor, Daniel Marcos. Daniel is the co-founder and CEO of the Growth Institute and the epitome of someone who knows how to grow and scale businesses. Today, he’ll be giving us a glimpse into his own life and entrepreneurial journey.

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I’m excited to have a guest joining me today who really advocates for our freedom and our country. Chris Salcedo is a radio and television personality who has spent a lot of his life studying what it means to be an American citizen. He shares his point of view as a liberty-loving Latino and insight on how we got to where we are right now in America.

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Ed Boran is the Co-President of the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation (MC-LEF),  an organization with the mission to educate every child who has lost a parent serving in the Marines or any Federal Law Enforcement Agency. He began his career in 1967 when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was commissioned a second lieutenant. He then spent 25 years with the FBI. Today he joins the show to discuss the amazing work his organization is doing for the community.

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In this incredible episode, I speak with Dane Espegard about his emphasis on company culture and why it’s so important to the success of your business. Dane is a culture consultant who teaches, assists, and executes the implementation of a culture centered around achieving dreams. He joins the show today to dive into what that means and how the system he helps companies build places great emphasis and importance on the lives of the team members. Listen in as he discusses how culture is more important than ever in a post-pandemic world, as well as how the options and choices available will affect your ability to retain employees and grow a business.

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When you’re dealing with stress, pressure, and complications with your business or personal life, it’s easy to feel alone—but you’re not! I met my good friend Brett Judd at a mastermind quite a few years ago, and he is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to running a profitable, ethical practice, bringing together effective teams, and providing clarity through stress and mindset management. Brett’s background and the insight he has to share are so relevant to business owners and entrepreneurs who want to build their practice, teams, and life in a way that makes an impact.

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Welcome back to the second half of the series taken from one of our Freedom Founders member events. If you missed the first half, head back to episode #344 to hear the beginning of the talk I did on risk with my wife Kandace. In part two, we jump right back into Kandace sharing wisdom on how each of us has key differences and perspectives on time and how we can use that to work for us rather than against us.

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This week, I’m going to take you inside one of our Freedom Founders member events, where I did a presentation with my better half, Kandace. We talked about risk and how important it is to our development and ultimate ability to succeed. Although we are naturally taught to avoid risk, Kandace and I share a different perspective on how to incorporate risk, not get too caught up in details, and step out of our comfort zones.

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Steven J. Anderson is back on the podcast, and this time we are talking about investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs. We talk about return on investment all the time, but in this episode, we are focusing on our return on legacy.

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With the current movement of increased government spending and gaining of control, what does an entrepreneur who wants to stay sovereign do? Alastair Macdonald joins me for this second half of our conversation on understanding the full market cycle, and he shares valuable insight and information that will help you understand what’s going on in the current market and make a plan to succeed through it.

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Alastair Macdonald is a private advisor to established entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners, as well as a TEDx speaker who lectures on economic, social, and financial forecasts. He is also the owner of the consulting firm Parallax Strategic Advisors, as well as the publisher of the Parallax Report, an economic, social, and market forecasting service. He joins the show today to dive into the importance of understanding—and being able to weather—the full economic cycle as an entrepreneur and business owner.

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Today I'm joined by oral surgeon and Arkansas native Dr. Andy Baber. I’m excited to share his story with you, as he has been with Freedom Founders for a very long time and has some great insight to share for those who want to find more time for family. In this episode, he opens up about his freedom journey, including how he got away from the lifestyle creep and focused on his family and creating a fulfilling life.

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In this episode, I’m going to share the story of two people who decided to change their "next" in their lives. Dr. Bob Dubanski and Dr. Gertrude Lee join me today to share how they transitioned out of dentistry after 35 years of practicing together. They also offer great insight into burnout, hard decisions, transitions, and more.

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Today I’m sharing an interview I did with a good friend of mine named Jim Palmer. Jim and I discussed my book, What’s Your Next?, and talked about the value of moving from a very constrained life to a life of purpose, including how to create your legacy today—and not wait until it’s too late.

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There is so much information available to us, but if we are not primed and ready to accept this knowledge, it can be easily missed. We have the ability to learn from those around us and gain wisdom from new experiences or environments. So in this episode, I will be sharing the lessons I have learned from being in real estate, describing how you can implement some of these lessons into your life today.

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Lately, it is hard to feel optimistic about the state of our country, and I feel as though there is cause for concern. Now is the optimal time to take a look at the things we believe, assess whether they are true, and be open to the possibility that they may not be. There is so much misinformation spread down through the generations, but times have changed and we need to be open to changing too. So in this episode, I will be sharing my thoughts on limiting beliefs, as well as how I have learned to pivot my mindset and values to focus more on the people in my life—not just the money.

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As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get caught up in the rat race, constantly searching for the next big win and forgetting the things that truly matter. Our guest today has experienced this himself but has managed to find that perfect balance between success in work and success in life. Ben Rao is an author, business coach, and senior care advocate, and he joins the show to share the serious wake-up call he experienced that changed his outlook on the world and catapulted him into a new way of living.

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As you grow your wealth, your lifestyle expenses grow as well—and the stress follows. So how do you plan for a true lifestyle of freedom? Today Justin Donald, author of The Lifestyle Investor, joins the show to discuss this and share his story about learning, networking, and intentionally growing in a way that aligns with the lifestyle and freedom he needs.

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In this episode, you’ll get to hear from Lee Milteer, a long-time mentor and friend who has helped me grow beyond my comfort level and go beyond self-limiting beliefs about what I could potentially do in life and the influence I could have. Lee is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, TV personality, and business mentor—among other things. She draws from her experience and gives incredible insight on refocusing priorities, developing operations, and implementing systems in order to succeed in business.

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Our natural human behavior around money affects the decisions we make more than we think. Barbara Stackhouse is a mastery level profit-first certified advisor who has helped many dentists add thousands in revenue each month and boost profits by 5-10%. Today she joins the show to share her valuable insight and tricks for cutting expenses and increasing profit margins without compromising patient care.

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There has been a massive change in social media marketing over the last year, and Amber Vilhauer joins the show today to discuss where you need to adjust your marketing focus. She does this through sharing her story, from loneliness, insecurity, and feelings of inadequacy to helping create meaningful and effective transformations through marketing and communication. Listen in as Amber shares how a pivotal low moment in her life led to a massive mindset shift that allowed her to pull herself out of the mess and take steps toward incredible achievement.

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Today, we’re going down the rabbit hole of how you, as a potential real estate investor, can invest with better diligence and security. Joining me on the show is Lance Pederson, the founder and managing partner of Verivest, an end-to-end real estate investing platform designed to bring transparency and trust to middle-market investing.

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What I love about Dr. Nathan Ho and his family is that they came from such difficult conditions to America and have such a “no excuses” kind of mindset. Nathan talks about how his parents talked about education being the key to their future and how he made it into dentistry and practice ownership at a young age. You will get some incredible insights from the mindset, values and work ethic that he shares.

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I recently had the privilege of catching up with one of my former Freedom Founders members, Dr. Tom Jovicich. He’s an endodontist who learned about the different paths he could pursue in gaining more freedom and flexibility in his life. You will hear about his development as an investor, how he got to his freedom number and the important lessons he has learned along the way.

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I recently got to meet James Miller when he invited me to be interviewed on his podcast. He is a licensed psychotherapist and a piano composer who has been in the mental health field for 23 years and will be sharing some really interesting insight with us on this show. You will get to learn about reinventing your life, career changes, how to focus on what truly matters and what it means to live a full life.

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In this episode, I’m catching up with Dr. Meghna Dassani and discussing her new book, Airway is Life. You will hear how important it is to have a strong reason why and how her particular specialty differentiates her from the rank and file commoditization of dentistry that is happening on a big scale today. Meghna also shares how what she offers to her patients gives her team the ability to come together on a common, fulfilling mission, why she decided to learn about and specialize in airway issues, and what she has learned along the way.

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I’m excited to have Dr. Hiru Mathur on the show today. Hiru is a periodontist based in Houston, and she has a lot of wisdom and insight to share on how to think about growth, life, family, and your practice. She sheds a unique light on leadership and the things that came out of COVID.

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Today Dr. Drew Ballard joins the show to share some really incredible inspiration and insight into living a life of meaning and impact. Listen in as he shares his passions for restorative cosmetic dentistry and gives us a fascinating look at his adventurous family dynamic and career path.

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Today I’m bringing a long-time friend back on the show to share his expertise on the affordable housing sector. With 25 years of experience in the industry, Frank Rolfe is a key principle at Affordable Housing Community Funds (AHCF) Management and MHP Funds, and he’s involved in one of the biggest mobile home companies in the country. In this episode, Frank shares great insight into the history of mobile home parks and affordable housing, as well as how the industry has changed over the years.

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So many of us have learned a lot in life, and we like to look back at the lessons we’ve learned and put them to use. In this episode, Ben Glass joins me for a conversation about the importance of building your life intentionally, putting family first, and creating good habits that allow for a more fulfilling life.

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Austin Hair is the business development manager for Leaders Real Estate, an experienced investor, a previous business owner, and more. Today he joins the show to discuss the importance of having the right real estate for your business and how to go about finding the right space.

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Today Gina Dorfman joins the show to share how she started and grew her practice, opening up about her transitions from delegating tasks in her practice to moving into other innovative fields of work. She has a lot of insight on time and task management, and she shares how she learned to optimize her time throughout her career journey.

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With tax season upon us, what better time than now to have a discussion with an expert in the industry? John Hyre is a tax attorney with 22 years of experience, and today he joins the show to discuss the probability of tax changes and what impact that will have on capital markets, willingness to invest, and people’s behavior around money.

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Financial planning is important, and financial security is attainable through hard work and learning where to put your money. Rob Swanson is an expert in lead generation and has bought, fixed, flipped, and held real estate in over 20 states. Today he joins the show to share his wisdom on real estate and his entrepreneurial journey to starting FreedomSoft, a real estate investment software company that helps investors source discount income properties nationwide.

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Today we’ll be taking a look into the past. Why? Because the past provides us with valuable lessons. Alongside today’s guest, CEO and co-founder of Growth Institute, Daniel Marcos, I’ll be diving into what we learned from the adversity and the tumultuous economy that COVID-19 delivered to us in 2020. Listen in as we discuss the key things we can learn from this experience, as well as how to move forward this year as small business owners.

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We have all experienced change in our lives—particularly in the last year—causing uncertainty and stress. So how do you embrace the chaos of change and become a better leader, family member, and colleague? Our guest today is trailblazer and Mind Capture Group owner Tony Rubleski, and he joins the show today to share how to navigate the incredible amount of information we receive in today’s world while capturing and holding the attention of our desired audiences.

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Today we’re going to peel back the layers on how you can self-direct your retirement accounts. My good friend Derreck Long from Quest Trust Company joins me on the show to share his expertise on utilizing 401(k), IRA, and other similar funds to work for you in bigger and better ways. If you’re interested in learning more about self-directing your retirement funds and you aren’t sure where to start, this is the episode for you.

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As we transition into 2021, it’s important to be looking at the unique opportunities this year will bring. Brannon Moncrief, owner of McLerran & Associates Practice Transitions, joins the show today to share his insight into the coming year and how to navigate post COVID practice acquisitions and transition opportunities.

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We rely on referrals and connections to lead us to our greatest advantages in our businesses and lives, and today’s guest is someone who came highly recommended to me because of our shared love of real estate. Lindsay Harkey is the Head of Healthcare Financing for Live Oak Bank, where she helps provide finance for real estate in the healthcare industry. In this episode, Lindsay explains how her team is able to provide creative, time-efficient, and transparent solutions for their clients through a focus on their niche.

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*Original air date: July 24, 2020.*

How do you create a culture of success that makes your dental practice the place where everybody wants to work? Steven J. Anderson is the co-founder of the Crown Council Dental Association, founder of the Total Patient Service Institute, entrepreneur, presenter, and author, and he joins us today to share how to create a culture that gets your employees excited to come into work and your patients more satisfied than ever.

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*Original air date: Sept 11, 2020.*

Jim Sheils has been in the real estate game for many years now, and even through the 2008 recession, he was able to keep his investors on top. Today he joins the show to discuss the current state of real estate investing and how, in the end, everything we do in our lives is truly about our connection with people.

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