Good Money with Derrick Kinney

*Special Summer Replay*   My guest today says you could be one meeting or one relationship away from changing your life. And you're going to want to hear the incredible stories he shares that prove it. Ed Mylett is a nationally recognized speaker and coach to top athletes, celebrities, and business executives. But you may know Ed from his inspiring posts and videos on Instagram, where he has over...

SPECIAL SUMMER REPLAY   When my guest Codie Sanchez left her job on Wall Street, people thought she was crazy. But Codie knew that true success meant building streams of income that don't require you to trade your time for money.    So she decided to focus on a niche that few investors even think about: boring businesses. Today, Codie has built a portfolio of 25 "boring businesses," like laundroma...

*REVENUE REPLAY*   Are your bank account and souls account out of balance? Matthew McConaughey shares how a risky career move paid off big and brought him the fulfillment he was looking for—and the Academy Award for Best Actor. He also gets candid about relationships, money, and the legacy he's building. If you're afraid of failure and embarrassment, he says that you should still "play it live" be...

Do you feel frustrated at your current level of success? Are you trying to break through to the next level, but not sure how to take action? If you can relate, this episode is for you.    My guest today is Shawn Smith, nationally recognized financial advisor and author of the new book, "Plateau Jumping," — now available on Amazon. Shawn is deeply passionate about teaching people how to push beyond...

You want to make smart financial decisions for your business. Especially to make sure it keeps growing and you have enough cash in the bank. But managing money feels complicated and confusing. So how do you make sure your next financial moves are smart and impactful?   My guest today is financial advisor Sten Morgan. Today, Sten is going to share how to transform your most confusing financial deci...

You have a strong vision and big goals for your business. But how do you make sure your daily actions are leading you towards the success you want?   My guest today, Tommy Breedlove, specializes in coaching high-achieving entrepreneurs and executives. He's also the author of the Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling book, "Legendary."   Today, Tommy shares his strategies for identifying your...

You know it's time to take your business to the next level. Maybe that means hiring your first full-time employee or your twentieth employee. But right now, every decision feels like a risk. How do you make the bold moves necessary for growth without jeopardizing what you've already built?   My guest today is Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, former President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Lisa's not just about b...

You have a great product or service. But connecting with new clients can feel like hitting a brick wall. So how do you turn a hard "no" into an enthusiastic "YES"?    My guest today, Jeff West, specializes in teaching business leaders what to say when clients object to your offer. And how to make the sale while building meaningful client relationships. Jeff is also the co-author of the new book "S...

One of the biggest challenges business owners face is the fear of stepping into the unknown. It's that scary question: "What if I take this risk and it doesn't pay off?"    My guest today, Rich Redmond, knows that fear all too well. But he's also figured out how to fight it.    Rich is the drummer for country music star Jason Aldean and a seasoned pro in the music industry. Rich knows all about ta...

How can you use technology to make your customer experience even better? My guest today is Ted Moser, author of the new book, "Winning Through Platforms: How to Succeed When Every Competitor Has One."    Think of a digital platform like a super-smart tool that helps you keep an eye on what your customers need and want. Maybe you help people manage their money, find their dream home, or get legal a...

Okay, here's a hot take for you: Business school won't teach you everything you need to grow your business. And it definitely won't teach you the people side of business either!   That's why I'm so excited about my guest today. His name is Bjorn Billhardt and he's the bestselling author of the book "The 12 Week MBA." Bjorn is here to show you how to pack years of business school into just 3 months...

How do you scale your business without losing that personal touch your customers love? And how do you grow without getting lost in a sea of spreadsheets and HR headaches?   My guest today is James Bogart, wealth advisor and owner of Bogart Wealth. James manages over $3 billion in client assets. But he isn't just about scaling the numbers. James is about nurturing a team that's as invested in your...

There's a major skill that many business owners and leaders are missing. And no, it's not another sales technique or Instagram influencer idea. The missing skill is *listening.*   Today's episode will show you how to become a better listener so you can attract more high quality clients and make more money. My guests today are Maegan Stephens and Nicole Lowenbraun. Their new book, Adaptive Listenin...

You want your kids to have the business and money education you didn't have. So they become financially independent and know how to navigate the complicated world of finance. But how do you actually implement that?   My guest today is Jonathan Brush. Jonathan is the President and CEO of Unbound, a training company that specializes in teaching young adults to thrive.   Today, Jonathan shares why yo...

Does asking for the sale make you feel awkward and uncomfortable?    My guest today, Justin Janowski, has good news. Selling your product or service doesn't have to feel sleazy or manipulative. It can actually feel easy and fun if you have the right tools.    Justin is the founder of Faith2Influence, a business that helps entrepreneurs master high-integrity sales.    Today, Justin reveals how to r...

When you're running a business, it's easy to feel like you're drowning in the day to day tasks. But here's the scary part: You'll never ditch the frustration and get out of the weeds. Until you create a system that helps you scale.    My guest today, Ryan Deiss, is a best selling author and one of the most sought-after speakers on marketing. He's the founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer.com . And hi...

Most entrepreneurs start their business to get more freedom. The problem is, they actually end up trapped by the workload they've created.    My guest today has a hard truth for you. If you don't learn to delegate, you'll never achieve the personal or financial goals you want. Which is probably the reason you started your business in the first place. But things can change today. And my guest Brian...

Are you limiting your potential? You might be.    My guest today, Tim Noe, says a lot of people unknowingly hold themselves back. They stay stuck because they're paralyzed by the fear of taking a leap. And they don't ever reach their goals.   Tim's revolutionary business thinking will help you take your ideas and make them happen. He's got proven principles to help you launch your own business. He...

90% of hiring managers make one common mistake. And that one mistake often costs them the best talent.    My guest today Anna Papalia says to hire someone who's the opposite of you. And science is on her side. Anna specializes in helping hiring managers learn how to conduct interviews that reveal the best candidate for the job. Her new book is called Interviewology, the New Science of Interviewing...

You could be leaking money—and not even know it.    My guest Garrett Gunderson says the old way of saving money, investing, and growing your retirement account is gone. Instead, he says you need a radically different approach to create the future you want.    Garrett specializes in helping people keep more of what they make. He does this by helping you find cash that is rightfully yours without wo...

Your money is YOUR money. You worked hard to earn it. And you deserve to keep as much of it as possible. So when taxes come due, you want to find the smartest ways to keep more. Not give more to the government.    My guest today, Tom Wheelwright, is an acclaimed CPA and World-Renowned Expert on tax. And I can't think of anything more boring. But he loves it! And he wants to show you how to use the...

To get great clients, you have to start with getting good leads. But what defines a good lead? And how do you get them without busting your marketing budget?    Phil Smith is a world-class leader in scaling large and small businesses. And he's done it all through successful planning and execution of lead generation marketing.   Phil's lead generation business has done multiple 8 figures in revenue...

There's 12 soft skills that the top 1% of leaders have. And you're about to find out if you have them too.    My guest today, William Vanderbloemen, loves helping people understand how to stand out and become irreplaceable at their job. After studying over 30,000 leaders, William's research company has identified the 12 habits that the best leaders have in common.   Today, William walks you throug...

Sometimes the most random side hustles can pay off big. And today's guest and his story is a great example.    My guest today, Ethan McDaniel, is a high school teacher who paid off a $4,000 Disney vacation in 3 months by…get this…garage saling. Yep, he made that much and more by flipping and selling different items at garage sales and online.    Today, Ethan reveals how he was able to make that mu...

You want to connect with your teen. You want them to listen to you. Especially to share the advice about money and business that you wish you would have known as a teenager. The problem is, your teen seems to be a lot more interested in the influencers on TikTok than your advice. So how do you connect with them so you can help them become wiser and smarter?    My guest today is Will Elliott. Will...