The Tactical Empire

In this episode of The Tactical Empire with Jeff Smith, joined by Shawn Rider, the focus is on the sixth level of financial freedom – creating systems, structures, processes, and building a team. The discussion covers personal experiences in managing properties, the importance of delegating responsibilities, and the necessity to understand one's own goals and limitations. The conversation emphasiz...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider discuss the fifth level of financial freedom: investing in cash-flowing assets. They emphasize the importance of laying a financial foundation before reaching this level, which includes the previous steps of recognizing yourself as an asset, establishing a bare minimum, ensuring liquidity, and creating a personal banking system. Th...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider delve into Level Four of the Seven Levels of Financial Freedom. They introduce the concept of creating your own banking system through high early cash value life insurance policies. This revolutionary approach allows your money to work harder by earning interest continually, while also enabling you to borrow against the policy for...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire podcast, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider delve into the third level of financial freedom: liquidity. The discussion covers various sources of liquidity, including savings, equities, home equity lines of credit, and unconventional assets. They emphasize the importance of understanding one's full financial picture and recognizing potential cash sources to support in...

In this episode of Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn delve into level two of the seven levels of financial freedom figuring out your BAM (Bare Ass Minimum). They discuss why identifying your BAM is crucial for establishing a foundation of financial freedom, avoiding lifestyle creep, and making empowered choices. The hosts guide listeners through the practical steps to calculate their BAM, emph...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire, host Jeff Smith and guest Shawn Rider delve into the importance of personal health and habits as the foundation for achieving financial freedom and high performance. They discuss the 'Seven Levels of Financial Freedom,' starting with the key realization that personal well-being is the cornerstone of success. Jeff and Shawn share insights on the interconnecte...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire podcast, hosts Jeff Smith and Shawn discuss strategies for personal and financial empowerment, focusing on the concept of infinite banking. They highlight common misconceptions around infinite banking, often perceived as a scam due to lack of education and misinformation propagated by mainstream financial advisors like Dave Ramsey. Jeff and Shawn explain how...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire with Jeff Smith, joined by Shawn Rider, they discuss overcoming complacency and fear to achieve a life of abundance. The conversation covers various themes such as building self-belief through action, dealing with social pressures and judgments, and exploring the psychological barriers that prevent people from pursuing their dreams. Jeff and Shawn emphasize t...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider discuss strategies for high achievement and discipline. They delve into personal updates, including Jeff's new life of full-time RVing while managing real estate ventures. Jeff shares his quarterly goals, such as acquiring storage facility investments and the challenges of maintaining routines on the road. Shawn talks about diversi...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider discuss the importance of fighting against societal pressures to stay average. They delve into the significance of setting and achieving lofty goals through comprehensive 90-day plans and a long-term vision that encompasses one's life's work. The conversation emphasizes the power of intentionality, frequent self-assessment, and the...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith is joined by Shawn Rider to discuss strategies for acquiring real estate faster. They explore Asset-Backed Lending, particularly DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loans, and explain how these lending options can enable buyers to purchase multiple properties without relying solely on W-2 income. Jeff and Shawn also share insights on navigating pot...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire, host Jeff Smith is joined by Shawn Rider to discuss the strategies and habits that can help individuals create a life of abundance, discipline, and high achievement. They delve into the importance of daily habits like drinking water, exercising, and writing down critical tasks. The duo emphasizes moving projects forward with intentionality and not conflating...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, host Jeff Smith delves into the importance of taking risks to escape a mundane, risk-averse life. He stresses that the real risk lies in doing nothing and highlights how a transformative approach can change your life in just 2 to 7 years. Jeff encourages individuals to step out of their comfort zones, pursue their passions, and create meaningful experiences,...

This episode of the Tactical Empire features Jeff Smith and guest Shawn Rider discussing strategies for high achievement and abundance through real estate investment. They delve into the benefits of adjusting investment portfolios, particularly focusing on the BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) for long-term rental investments. Shaun shares his decision to sell one of his short-ter...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire,  Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider discuss their past mistakes in leadership and business. They reflect on issues like lack of accountability, thinking too small, and not seeking mentors early on. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness, learning from mistakes, and addressing problems promptly to prevent unnecessary stress and friction. Chapters 00:00 Intro...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Derek Batman from Lucid Branding Solutions delve into evolving gym marketing strategies, emphasizing customized approaches, technology-human touch balance, and scalability considerations. They further discuss guidelines for gym owners, including the financial threshold for ad spend, content creation tips, the role of a skilled salesperson, and...

In this edition of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Chris Williams highlights Chris's journey from being a gym owner to delving into real estate and business coaching. They discuss topics such as leadership, health transformation, and business strategies, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, family balance, and seizing new opportunities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Tactical Emp...

This episode of the Tactical Empire, hosted by Jeff Smith and guest Shawn Rider, dives into strategies for achieving high achievement and abundance through real estate investment. Shawn shares his daughter's success at a local running event, setting a stage for discussions on perseverance and confidence. The conversation transitions into real estate, with an emphasis on finding deals, working with...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider delve into the idea of striving for success while seeking contentment. The discussion begins with Shawn sharing about the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester, Virginia, highlighting community traditions and personal participation. The conversation then shifts to significant life updates where they discuss personal achievements, in...

In this episode of The Tactical Empire, Jeff and Shawn discuss the recent Tactical Empire meetup in Birmingham, focusing on the importance of in-person masterminds, key takeaways from the event, insights on real estate investing and infinite banking, and the value of collective knowledge and trust within the group.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tactical Empire 00:39 Recapping the Birmingham Mee...

Best of February 2024 Episodes: Episode 95 - "Expand Your Empire 19: Entrepreneurial Wisdom" Shawn Rider discusses the importance of empowering oneself during moments of transition in entrepreneurship. Emphasis on manifesting positivity and believing in one's capabilities to tackle challenges. Key takeaway: Focusing on possibilities rather than pitfalls. Episode 96 - "From Military Discipline to E...

This episode is a compilation of the best moments from "The Tactical Empire" January 2024 episodes - offering a comprehensive overview of the strategic wisdom shared throughout the month. From harnessing discipline and strategy to mastering the art of leadership, each episode has offered invaluable lessons for navigating the complexities of life and business Episode 89: "Harnessing Discipline and...

In this edition of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider talk about leadership qualities, personal growth, and the importance of improvement. They reflect on impactful leaders from their lives, emphasizing the need for setting high standards, staying committed, and creating an environment of continuous improvement. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Tactical Empire 00:44 Tax Day Tales and Fin...

In this edition of The Tactical Empire, Jeff Smith and Shawn Rider delve into strategies for achieving abundance, discipline, and high achievement in life. The conversation begins with Jeff sharing his recent experience of picking up an RV and preparing for a life of full-time RV living with his family, aiming for presence and autonomy. They discuss the importance of setting clear goals for each q...

In this episode of the Tactical Empire podcast, the hosts summarize the three-day personal pyramid of wealth challenge, discussing non-traditional personal finance approaches. They emphasize the importance of an all-inclusive financial system where income, savings, and investments work in unison, using a pyramid as a visual metaphor. The foundation of this system starts with maximizing income thro...