The Above Board Podcast

Rich Bluni, John Kennedy, and Matt Marcoux are focusing on the good that has come in 2020.  Yes, you read that right...the good! It's easy to focus on the negativity this year, but the guys talk about how they're proactively dealing with that.

The guys discuss the 3 key components to keeping a smart budget in 2020 - Communicate about it, Write it, and simplify it! 

Many of us face the challenges of impostor syndrome.  That little voice of doubt in the back of your mind that has you questioning "What makes YOU the authority on this?" or "What makes you think YOU can do this?" Rich Bluni, Matt Marcoux, and John Kennedy talk about taking proactive steps to silence that voice of doubt! 

Today's podcast is about navigating the challenge of a difficult relationship at work.  Whether it's leadership or a colleague, we all face this problem at some point in our career.  The guys share solutions that have benefited them, but also what it's like from the perspective of being that "difficult person." 

The guys talk about budgeting for your day, in the same way we all budget for our finances.  Finding useful ways to re-charge and re-prioritize your schedule can be powerful because if you're not the best version of yourself, you aren't going to be able to take care of those you care about either.  We often prioritize the urgent matters over the important things in our life, and it's time to fulfi...

Today's conversation is for you, the maker.  You're a hard-working, dependable and compassionate human...but there's a big difference between helping someone and enabling someone. We also discuss how to stay focused on your path and ignore the optical illusion of the fakers, also known as "keeping up with the Joneses."

The guys discuss the discipline they practice in their life to work towards being a better version of themselves each day.  Whether it's financial freedom or health and wellness, 3 small steps each day add up to 1,095 actions throughout your year to help you achieve a better life. It's done step by step, brick by brick, and your in control of how the second half of your 2020 will be! 

Who we ARE was at least somewhat determined by who we WERE. If you had a chance to talk to your younger self, what would you say? In this episode, we talk about the importance of looking into your past, forgiving yourself and embracing yourself.

Rich Bluni, Matt Marcoux, and John Kennedy talk about the art of aging gracefully. There is a practicality to practicing for retirement and the guys discuss how it's not about the money, but it's about reconnecting with your passion(s).  

There is a lot of stress with how we've had to shift our work-life balance in 2020, but there is also opportunity in it.  Rich Bluni, Matt Marcoux, and John Kennedy talk about increasing communication, monitoring your energy levels, spending more time with family, and deepening your relationships with others.  

Hidden within your weaknesses are your strengths and simply having a different outlook can improve your situation.  Whether it's procrastination or public speaking, the guys talk about how to identify it, talk about it, and practice it! 

Rich Bluni, Matt Marcoux, and John Kennedy discuss the discomfort of shame, facing your challenges, and understanding that doing what is uncomfortable is the primary way to discover growth.  

Rich shares why entrepreneurship is a scary word.  The guys discuss fear, focus and how financial preparedness leads to emotional readiness.  You are not stuck with your decisions because there is always an opportunity to change direction.

The guys share their thoughts on losing their dads at an early age and the impact this had on them. Also, the importance of communicating your feelings to your loved ones and why YOU matter. 

Rich, Matt and John introduce the first episode of The 3 to Win Podcast. Focusing on 3 ideas to help you replace the notion that life is about crisis management.  Instead, we discuss what crisis navigation means and how to better understand your value.  Oh, and don't forget to follow our now tiktok famous host, Rich Bluni, at mementovivere4ever.