Business Finance and Soul

This feeling specifically of fear of failure, really propelled me to do great things early in my career. The fear of failure pushed me to work harder, innovate and never settle for mediocrity. While this was most certainly a powerfully driving force, I also began to recognize that I needed to temper it with a positive mindset. Embrace your fear and use it as a catalyst for action. Don't let it par...

Do you make big plans? Do you have dreams that might take you 3, 5 or 10  years out? If you don't, you most certainly should! This is where the fun comes in, where you get to dream about your biggest interest. Macro Dreams consist of what's possible in life. To get there, you need to have micro dreams or micro goals that provide the steps necessary to make your big dreams a reality.  Today we talk...

What is the boring middle? If you are on a journey of financial independence, you may have heard this phrase or if you have ever started weight loss, perhaps this is familiar for you too! All dreams begin with a bit of a honeymoon stage, the launching of something new, something fresh to go after. Perhaps it is to retire early or become finically free in your 50's instead of in your 60's or never....

Did you create your business to provide freedom? In this episode, I explore what freedom is and how to attain it. Below are some key areas to build the freedom you desire. Set clear goals Create systems and processes Delegate tasks Take breaks Set boundaries Creating freedom in your business takes time and effort. But it's definitely possible. By following these tips, you can create a business tha...

Not all Investments can offer an immediate and clear ROI. I see travel as an investment in your future-self with clear ROI's if you travel with intention. If it's for business, you will gain new bonds with colleagues or customers, and you should see this time as an investment. If you are visiting family, it's not simply a throw away vacation because it's not somewhere new, you are investing in fam...

Material possessions, such as the latest gadgets like a new iphone, high-end cars, or fashionable attire, can undeniably bring a sense of immediate gratification. Acquiring something new often triggers feelings of excitement, novelty, and pleasure. Owning desirable objects can elevate your self-esteem and provide a sense of accomplishment.   However, these sensations are often transient and fleeti...

Are you interested in growing your life in all ways but still happy with what you have built? There seems to be a heavy focus on gratitude and living in the moment. That's great and I believe this should be top of mind. What if you are happy with what you have built yet you yearn for the next level in life or your relationships. There is nothing wrong with you, humans can be both grateful for now...

In life things happen that our out of our control. Do you view these events as a set back or a set up? It's easy to feel like a victim, but what if you think of life like a kaleidoscope, where the view can change with a slight manipulation. www. BusinessFinanceAndSoul.com  

Are you generally happy? Do you know where happiness comes from and how to sustain it? There is a long running Harvard study that provides some great insight for all of us! The Harvard Study on Adult Development is the longest-running study on happiness. It has been following the lives of 724 men since they were teenagers in 1938. The study has found that there are a number of things that contribu...

Amidst the world of green and light, A man beheld a wondrous sight, A cocoon with promise of new life, A butterfly, with wings of might. He watched in awe as it did struggle, Against the cocoon, a resilient bugle, Fighting its way through a tiny hole, The journey wrought with pain and trouble. But soon the struggle reached a standstill, And the man's heart, with pity, did fill, With scissors, he s...

Steve Jobs once said that intuition is more powerful than the intellect and Einstein called it a sacred gift. The most successful people learn how to harness the power of their intuition and even when they make mistakes, it is understood that their intuition wasn't wrong, it simply knew that a temporary loss was part of the bigger gain toward an eventual win. It's time to trust and leverage your i...

Often we think of losing as something to avoid at all costs. The truth is, we will lose often in life, and there are lessons in our losses. We will lose in business ventures, failed relationships and the ultimate loss of the ones we love.  If you can find the lessons in losing, you are winning.  www.businessfinanceandsoul.com  

Patience takes practice and sometimes depending on how full your plate is, it's easy to lose. Patience is a virtue that is often overlooked in today's fast-paced world. We live in an era of instant gratification where we can get what we want with just a click of a button or a tap on a screen. However, the truth is that patience is crucial in both business and life. It is a quality that can lead to...

With the rise of AI and 6.8 billion smartphones on the planet, you would think, every human should be a genius. I mean, we all have the capacity to operate at genius level considering Google is one click away. ChatGPT can seemingly answer anything, yet there is a barrier. Asking the right questions is a fundamental skill in both personal and professional life. Questions serve as a powerful tool fo...

Jim Rohn said it best with "You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Finding your tribe is the process of finding a group of people who share your values, interests, and goals. As life changes, so do you and you may find yourself looking for a new base of friends or to expand on your current base. Finding your tribe is an important part of life. It can help you feel mor...

Imposter Syndrome simply put is feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and a fear of being exposed as a fraud. The truth is, if you are nervous in this area, I will guarantee you aren't a fraud. Fraud's don't get nervous about stuff like this, they are sociopaths and fit right into the sleeve of deception. www.businessfinanceandsoul.com  

In this episode I explore the idea of letting go of control and looking for meaning in the seamingly random events of life.   www.businessfinanceandsoul.com  

Are you using outdated strategies to level up your life? One of the biggest traps in life and business is following the game plan that brought you to your current level of success and not modifying it for the next phase of growth. www.businessfinanceandsoul.com   A few questions to get the ball rolling: Think about what brought you to this level of success. What is the next level you want to achie...

Do you have hobbies you love? Could you imagine not working and wondering what to do with all your free time? In this episode I explore the importance of hobbies. www.businessfinanceandsoul.com     Benefits of hobbies include: Reduce stress: Hobbies can help us to take our minds off of our worries and problems. They can provide us with a much-needed escape from the stresses of everyday life. Impro...

Are you interested in being financially independent? Sounds like a dream right? Let's explore what that might look like and how to get there. Financial Independence has the ability to change all aspects of your life.

What if traumatic events in your life turned out to be helpful? In this episode I explore trauma for good and I share some of my personal trauma. Trauma can be used for good in a number of ways. Increase empathy and compassion for others.  When someone experiences trauma, they are often forced to confront the harsh realities of life. This can lead to a greater understanding of the suffering of oth...

Welcome to Business, Finance and Soul. This is a podcast created for the curious, a podcast created for   those interested in Business strategies, Personal Finance and the driving force behind it all. As an entrepreneur and a father, I have a deep respect for the work we do in our lives. Growing up and watching my grandparents struggle with their Personal Finances, I committed to learning this mag...

Do you meditate? Are you interested in meditation? In this episode, I explore my thoughts on meditation.  Meditation takes practice, patience, and consistency. Commit to 30 days and find out how you feel.

What does financial freedom mean to you? In this episode I explore my thoughts on personal finance and financial freedom. Below I have included a few questions to get the conversation started. Do you compare yourself to others? Are you on the path toward financial freedom? Do you know how to calculate financial freedom? Do you know the lifestyle you want? Are you building your financial house? www...

In this episode, I talk a bit about who I am and what brought me here.