The Success Tax Podcast

Everyone wants to be their own boss… until they realize what that actually means. In this episode of the Success Tax Podcast, Eric Green and Tony Carter break down the real reasons you shouldn’t become an entrepreneur — from crushing hours and zero work-life balance to financial pressure, failure, and brutal self-assessment. They share hard-earned lessons from law firms, cigar shops, real estate d...

What’s the fastest way to kill a business? In this episode of the Success Tax Podcast, Eric Green and Tony Carter break down the biggest mistakes they’ve seen entrepreneurs make — from being dangerously undercapitalized to ignoring the rules of the game. They share real-world stories of failed restaurants, collapsing staffing companies, struggling landlords, and business owners who thought they we...

If you think all marketing agencies are the same, think again. Rebellion Group has taken the traditional agency model around its head and rebuilt it with a rebellious spirit to help develop bold brands that go beyond expectations. Tony Carter and Eric Green sit down with Sam Barrett and BJ Kito from the Rebellion Group who pull back the curtain on how their full-service marketing and innovation po...

In this episode of the Success Tax Podcast, Eric Green and Tony Carter are back with Dr. Rick Wells as they climb higher through the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. framework—this time stopping at L for Learning. But this isn’t just about school smarts. This episode dives into learning on purpose, especially through reading—books, situations, people—and how sharpening your mind is a game-changer for entrepreneu...

What if your purpose isn’t something you choose—but something that’s been waiting for you to uncover it? In this thought-provoking episode of the Success Tax Podcast, Eric Green and Tony Carter welcome back Dr. Rick Wells to explore the fifth pillar of the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. framework: Purpose. Forget the overused “find your why” advice. Dr. Wells breaks it down deeper—because purpose isn’t just a...

Are you living as your best self—or just chasing success? In Episode 4 of the Success Tax Podcast, Eric Green and Tony Carter sit down with Dr. Rick Wells to explore the “E” in the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. framework: Expressing your best self . Dr. Wells explains how fulfillment comes from aligning with the strengths you already possess—not chasing something outside yourself. Through reflection, intentio...

Ready to stop wishing and start doing? In Episode 3 of the Success Tax Podcast, hosts Tony Carter and Eric Green are joined once again by Dr. Rick Wells to explore the third element of the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. framework: “M” – Make the Climb. This inspiring episode dives deep into the critical moment when individuals must decide whether to stay in the comfort of inaction or step forward and pursue th...

Tired of chasing success? Discover the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. Join entrepreneurial leaders Eric Green, Tony Carter, and Dr. Rick Wells in this powerful 8-part podcast series. They unveil the G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. Framework, a proven, repeatable system designed to move you beyond randomness and build a meaningful life, resilient mindset, and purpose-driven career. Learn to clarify your values, set impactful...

What if success wasn’t random — but instead the result of a proven, repeatable system? In this transformative 8-part podcast series, join the entrepreneurial trio of Eric Green, Tony Carter, and Dr. Rick Wells as they break down the powerful G.A.M.E. P.L.A.N. Framework — a strategic guide for building a meaningful life, resilient mindset, and impactful career.  Each episode explores one essen...

Ever wanted to open your own cigar bar or lounge? Beware – there are a lot of pitfalls for the cigar fan who goes into this blind. Eric Green and Tony Carter visit Tony Tine at his Up in Smoke Cigar Lounge in Cromwell, Connecticut, to get a real breakdown of how the cigar business actually works and what the tricks are to survive and thrive in a very hot business. Together, they discuss the challe...

On this week’s episode of The Success Tax Podcast, hosts Eric Green and Tony Carter sit down with an extraordinary guest whose journey redefines what it means to pivot, persevere, and prosper. Meet Brian Burke — a former Connecticut State Trooper turned real estate trailblazer with a remarkable story of transformation, grit, and success. From chasing criminals to chasing closings, Brian shares his...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Success Tax Podcast, hosts Anthony Carter and Eric Green are joined by the extraordinary Dr. Rick Wells—career Marine, lifelong educator, and now financial advisor—for an unforgettable conversation that will inspire every aspiring entrepreneur, leader, and changemaker. Dr. Wells takes us on a journey from his early childhood, shaped by a loving fam...