Navigating Abundance

In this conversation, Chris Tanke and Dr. Kevin Mays discuss the critical aspects of succession planning and legacy building for business owners. They emphasize the importance of starting succession planning early, creating a sellable business, and documenting processes. The discussion also covers the complexities of family dynamics in business succession, the significance of mission and values, a...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, Chris Tanke and Dr. Kevin Mays, owner and founder of Mays Leadership, discuss the complexities of business ownership and the importance of self-leadership. They explore the myth of balance, the entrepreneurial mindset, and the necessity of intentionality in managing wealth. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, the distinction between...

In this conversation, Chris Tanke and Dan Poortenga from the National Christian Foundation discusses the concept of donor advised funds, their benefits, and how they can be used strategically for charitable giving. The discussion covers the flexibility of donor advised funds, the comparison with private foundations, tax strategies for giving, and the importance of involving family in charitable de...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, Chris Tanke explains the age old advice of "you have to spend money to make money" while explaining the value of this advice in the context of Total Family Wealth. More information at www.navigatingabundance.com

In this conversation, Chris Tanke and Mike Walters, CEO of USA Financial, discuss the intricacies of selling a business, drawing from Mike's extensive experience of 37 years in the industry. They explore the importance of understanding the concept of the 'second bite of the apple,' the necessity of building a strong advisory team, and the common mistakes made during the selling process...

In this conversation, Mike Walters, CEO of USA Financial, discusses the importance of leveraging partnerships for business growth, focusing on unique industry-specific functions, and the significance of cultural fit in mergers and acquisitions. He emphasizes the dual role of business owners as operators and investors, the perspectives buyers have when evaluating a business, and strategies for dist...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, hosts Stephanie Greene, CFP® and Christopher Tanke discuss the five areas of Family Capital essential for affluent families to focus on: family relationships, family ethos, family wellness, family practice, and family philanthropy. They emphasize the importance of legacy wealth over financial wealth and provide actionable insights for families to cultivate...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, Brent Enders, President of USA Financial, discusses the complexities of partnership arrangements in business. He shares his personal journey in developing partnerships, the importance of understanding different equity structures like phantom stock versus true equity, and the critical factors to consider when forming partnerships. Brent emphasizes the need f...

Join host Chris Tanke as he sits down with John A Warnick, Esq., for a powerful conversation about legacy building. John shares insights on how the Purposeful Planning Institute helps families create legacies that are meaningful, not just financial. Together, they explore the importance of having deep, value-driven conversations, the power of capturing your voice in estate planning, and innovative...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, host Chris Tanke and estate planning attorney Kenneth Puzycki, J.D., discuss the complexities and misconceptions surrounding estate planning. They emphasize that estate planning is a process that requires ongoing attention and collaboration with trusted advisors. The conversation covers the importance of understanding the estate planning process, the need f...

In this episode of the Navigating Abundance Podcast, host Chris Tanke discusses the concept of total family wealth and the journey of navigating abundance. He emphasizes the importance of community, inspiration, and practical resources in achieving financial success and personal growth. The podcast aims to provide valuable insights and tools for families facing wealth transitions and encourages li...

In this episode of the Navigating Abundance Podcast, Chris Tanke discusses the concept of total family wealth, which encompasses ledger wealth, logistical wealth, and legacy wealth. He emphasizes the importance of balancing these three categories to achieve true abundance. The conversation delves into practical strategies for managing financial capital, the value of a strong advisory team, and the...

In this episode of Navigating Abundance, Chris Tanke discusses the importance of understanding and managing total family wealth. He emphasizes the need for affluent families to recognize their wealth potential and the responsibilities that come with it. The conversation covers the three pillars of family wealth: ledger wealth, logistical wealth, and legacy wealth, and introduces a success formula...