The Picture of Wealth

Welcome to a new series with Dustin and Frankie Barnet!  In this series, the tables will be turned— Frankie will be asking Dustin all the introspective and thought-provoking questions. Frankie is an author and professional writer. Dustin admires her for her kick-ass attitude towards bettering her life and furthering her knowledge. Though Frankie’s experience is mainly art focused, her unique way o...

Are you currently struggling to make your business stand out? In this episode, Dustin interviews Sandro Forte, managing partner of Forte Financial in the UK and an early mentor of Dustin’s. Forte Financial is a wealth management firm that services high net worth families and businesses. Sandro is also a professional speaker and host of his own Podcast—The Sandro Forte Podcast. He's the author of t...

How would you like to visualize your financial ambitions? In this episode, Dustin is joined by Asset-Map Founder and CEO Adam Holt. Adam is a veteran financial adviser of 20 years who channelled his entrepreneurial drive to create Asset-Map, a financial planning application that over 1 million users trust to gain financial clarity and insight to optimize their financial goals. Adam shares the orig...

Do you find it hard to make decisions? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Linda Edgecombe, an award-winning professional speaker and best-selling author. Linda wrote the book ‘Shift or Get off the Pot’— a book that’s sassy, funny, and aims to arm readers with the tools they need to make powerful shifts in their lives. Linda’s goal is to help people become more accountable, build momentum, and...

How do you envision your retirement playing out? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Pierre Lamarche, a ‘Tennis Stud’ with no shortage of accolades in the sport. Pierre is the former National Head Coach for Team Canada and Tunisia, a former Davis Cup Player and Captain, and a Tennis Canada Hall of Fame Inductee, among many other impressive experiences and distinctions. Pierre gives us an intima...

Do you struggle to set and achieve your goals?  In this episode, Dustin talks about the immense uncertainty that has plagued our lives since the start of the pandemic. He explores how to cope with these overwhelming feelings of frustration and hopelessness. He outlines how taking small concrete actions daily towards your goals will help to regain a sense of purpose and self-efficacy.  Dustin opens...

Have you ever thought of taking out child insurance? In this episode, Dustin shares one of the most untalked about secrets of how wealthy families create significant waterfalls of wealth using insurance. He explains how life or critical illness insurance on a child can not only provide protection to your child but can also pass wealth onto them. Dustin explores the types of people who should consi...

How would you like to take every Friday off?  In this episode, Dustin urges all business owners to consider the positive ripple effect that taking Fridays off would have on your business and your life. He talks about how taking that extra day off to rest and recharge may in fact lead to further innovation and growth within your company.  Dustin suggests strategies to engage and leverage your staff...

The Picture of Wealth’s most downloaded guest is back for more talk about crypto!  In this episode, Dustin sits down once again with Scott Dedels, an expert in the cryptocurrency space. Dustin and Scott talk about crypto as an investment and Scott shares his expert knowledge on the best crypto trading strategies. They discuss the different Canadian apps available for trading crypto assets and Scot...

Ready to unpack real estate on a larger scale?  In this episode, Dustin interviews Scott Butler, President at Highstreet Ventures, a successful real estate development company in the Okanagan. Scott talks about his background in the business world and how he first began his career in real estate. He opens up about where he’s at now and the exciting things coming up the pipeline for his company. Du...

Is busy a sign of success?  In this episode, Dustin interviews Kaitlyn Fraser, founder of Prism Equipment and co-founder of Midas extraction— two successful start-ups in the cannabis industry. Kaitlyn was recently recognized as Salmon Arm’s Top 20 Under 40 for her drive and innovation.  Dustin and Kaitlyn talk about the current economic status of the cannabis industry and where they see it going i...

Are you an employer overwhelmed by employment law?  In this episode, Dustin sits down with Scott Chambers, a partner at Doak Shirreff Lawyers. Scott focuses his practice on employment law, supporting both employers and employees through disputes. Dustin and Scott discuss the complex matter of employee/employer law. Scott discloses the top things employers need to know about the law and how it can...

How much risk are you willing to take to get what you want? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Peter Neuwirth, an actuary and author in the holistic financial wellness space. Peter’s most recent book is Money Mountaineering: Using the Principles of Holistic Financial Wellness to Thrive in a Complex World. His book aims to help readers gain a better grasp on the world of finances and the steps...

Do you ever say things to yourself that you would never say to a friend?  In this episode, Dustin sits down with Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas, confidence expert and life coach. Nathalie is the author of 8 international best-selling books that speak on the topic of confidence, empowerment, and wellness. She has over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry and was Canada’s Fitness Instructor of...

Have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of an NHL star?  In this episode, Dustin interviews Wade Redden, a Canadian former professional hockey player. Wade is a two-time NHL All-Star and has played over a thousand games of professional hockey. Dustin and Wade discuss what it takes to be in the NHL. They’ll ponder what's needed to run an effective team and how to foster a team culture that will...

Is money a sensitive subject between you and your spouse?  In this episode, Dustin broaches a topic debated by spouses everywhere: Money and finances. He opens up about a recent interaction between him and his wife and how it made him realize how men and women tend to have different risk tolerances, especially when it comes to money and opportunity. Dustin opens up the discussion on whether being...

What does happiness mean to you?  In this episode, Dustin reflects on a story from his past. A time where he found himself cruising down the highway on a motorcycle in Sturgis, South Dakota, wearing nothing to protect him but a beanie and flip flops. Dustin talks about how wearing a helmet while riding is similar to protecting yourself in business and in life. He shares the importance of knowing w...

Are you currently working on your new year’s resolutions?  In this episode, Dustin talks about the importance of discipline. He shares how he’s implemented small changes in his day-to-day life that have allowed him to practice discipline and how these changes have consequently increased his wealth. When it comes to reaching your overarching goals, Dustin explains why he suggests starting with smal...

Want to get in on the cryptocurrency market but don't know where to start? In this episode, Dustin does a mini pod about all things cryptocurrency. He’ll talk about the different ways to enter the market and what you need to consider when taking that step. Dustin goes over the different types of cryptocurrencies, where to buy them, and how to appropriately hold on to them. He’ll touch on the diffe...

How would you like to choose your own adventure in life?  In this episode, Dustin once again stresses the importance of having a life insurance plan that adequately covers you and YOUR lifestyle. You want to be able to choose where your story goes next, while knowing you’ve got your risks managed. Dustin reflects on the clients he’s had who have gone all in on their life insurance policies and how...

Do you want to know your family is protected but hate the idea of paying life insurance?  In this episode, Dustin dives into a discussion around different types of life insurance. He gives a rundown on one of the most controversial life insurance policies on the market - A Participating Whole Life Insurance Policy. This type of policy gives you the opportunity to participate in both the profits an...

What happens to debt when a person passes away? In this episode, Dustin brings up a very important financial consideration: What happens to our debts when we die? In Canada, the simple answer is that you cannot inherit debt from a family member or partner. But as we’ve learned throughout Dustin’s podcast, finance is never just black and white, there are always other factors to consider. Dustin sha...

What does freedom mean to YOU? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Joel Sherlock, Chief Revenue Officer of Vitalis Extraction Tech - a tech and manufacturing company specializing in extraction equipment. Their equipment is used to extract from botanical materials that are then used in everything from pharmaceuticals to cannabis and coffee.  Dustin and Joel talk about what it means to have an en...

Are you living every day to the fullest?  In this episode, Dustin sits down with his own Mom, Beverly Serviss, to discuss her retirement experience. In Dustin’s eyes, his mom is the poster child for retirement and hopes that her story will help inspire others to live every day to the fullest, while still planning for their future.   Dustin and his mom discuss what her vision for her retirement was...

Are you currently struggling to climb the corporate ladder? In this episode, Dustin sits down with Ian Beveridge, the COO of Hobbry Ltd., a Canadian design and sourcing agency. Ian and his wife started Hobbry together - he’ll share the story of how it came to be and their plans for its future. He describes what it took to build the foundation of their successful business and what their focus is fo...