The fastest way to stall your finances isn’t a market downturn—it’s the quiet habits that drain your cash, time, and energy. We unpack seven common behaviors that keep people stuck and the simple, repeatable systems that wealthy people use to build and protect their money. From saying no to depreciating toys and high-interest debt to paying yourself first and buying assets that cash flow, we spell out the exact shifts that turn uncertainty into a plan.

I share my own path from paycheck-to-paycheck stress to debt-free multimillionaire, including what changed during the 2008 crisis and why I embraced safety-first retirement income planning when most advisors wouldn’t touch it. We break down smart leverage for real estate, how farmland and rentals can produce predictable income, and why guaranteed lifetime income can lower stress while supporting long-term growth. We also go deep on the asset most people ignore: time. You’ll hear practical routines for reclaiming mornings, creating before consuming, and building income streams that work 24/7.

Mentorship and environment matter as much as math. I talk about learning from industry elites, curating your top five influences, and why buying a mentor’s lunch might be the highest-return investment you make this year. We’ll also cover health as a wealth multiplier, from sleep to training to stress control, so you actually enjoy what you build. The finale ties it all together with the 70–30 rule—live on 70%, save 20%, give 10%—and a challenge to automate your next step today.

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To learn more about Brad Pistole and the Ozark Retirement Group, please visit www.ozarksretirement.com