Jay Connor, the president of the Private Money Authority, shares his transformative journey in real estate investing. 

Starting in 2003, Jay faced challenges with traditional bank financing until he discovered the power of private money after the 2008 financial crisis. He reveals how he raised over $2 million in private money by educating his network and leveraging creative financing strategies. Join us as Jay dives into the advantages of private money, the mindset shifts needed for success, and the secrets to building lasting relationships with private lenders.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, January 8th    

In this episode, we welcome back Dan Vega, an extraordinary entrepreneur, investor, and business coach. Dan shares his transformative journey from a background of scarcity to a mindset of abundance, emphasizing the importance of shifting our perspectives on wealth, competition, and ethics in the business world. 

Tune in as he offers actionable insights on how to achieve financial success while maintaining integrity and contributing to the greater good. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!

Chapters:

(03:39) Dan Gilbert was raised in a household characterized by scarcity and survival.

(04:55) 80% of success is mindset, 20% is strategy

(09:55) Competition and scarcity versus abundance

(14:31) Lack of ethics in the economic structure 

(17:32) When you increase your ethics, you make more money

(20:55) How do the wealthy and elite people view debt 

(25:01) Trade your revolving debts for a term loan to get debt-free

(26:34) Work-life balance is the biggest paradigm shift in life

(30:18) Imposter syndrome 

(33:53) Blue University 

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Dan Vega  bio:

Dan is a successful entrepreneur, investor, business coach, talk show host, and speaker. He has coached everyone, from celebrities to some of the top companies in Forbes magazine, and he also specializes in helping companies maximize profit while reducing their costs and overhead; he's recognized today as one of the top speakers. 

Dan and his clients have been featured in TV appearances such as Ellen's AC 360, Fox News, ABC, The Boston Globe, Yahoo, NBC, and Good Morning America.

Dan started his first business at the age of 19. He has written and spoken in business for over 20 years and has been hailed as America's #1 results guide. He's achieved extreme success in several careers, including sales, marketing, management, corporate restructuring, and consulting. 

He understands the business world from top to bottom and specializes in helping companies become profitable multi-$1,000,000 enterprises. He was also considered one of the top experts in the country in assisting companies to secure funding. 

Has been connected with as many as 400 private equity investors, institutional investors, and venture capital groups. Angel investors. He now holds ownership in several successful companies and is personally invested in sales spaces. These include film and television technology, health, the environment, spirits, the arts, and fashion.

He also co-founded a book publishing company with nearly a dozen best-selling authors.

Connect with Dan:

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danvegahost

Connect with Cosmos:

Blog Post URL https://extraordinary-america.com

In this episode, we welcome back Dan Vega, an extraordinary entrepreneur, investor, and business coach. Dan shares his transformative journey from a background of scarcity to a mindset of abundance, emphasizing the importance of shifting our perspectives on wealth, competition, and ethics in the business world. 

Tune in as he offers actionable insights on how to achieve financial success while maintaining integrity and contributing to the greater good. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, January 1st  

In this episode, we welcome Brent Kessler, the CEO of Money Multiplier and a former chiropractor who transformed his financial life by implementing the Infinite Banking Concept. Brent shares his journey from being nearly a million dollars in debt to becoming a passionate advocate for personal finance strategies that empower individuals to take control of their money. Join us as we explore how this innovative approach can help anyone break free from financial bondage and build wealth through smart investing and banking practices.

Chapters:

(02:44) Brent Miller is a former chiropractor who now lives in Florida

(09:15) R. Nelson Nash's book Becoming Your Banker 

(12:06) The infinite banking concept teaches you how to build, keep, and create wealth

(18:06) It's all in the design of the policy, not the company

(25:12) Money multiplier is a great way to get out of debt quickly and easily

(31:15) Money stays within your family, and it can be used for anything

(37:38) treat your money the same way you treat a bank's money

(45:56) Out of our 17,000 clients, 91% have more than one policy

(52:55) Money multiplier is the heart surgeon in the infinite banking concept

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Brent Kesler bio:

Brent Kesler, a former chiropractor of 14 years, paid off $984,711 in debt in 39 months using The Money Multiplier (TMM) Method. Inspired, he became a licensed producer to share this financial strategy, lecturing nationwide for over eight years to help people break free from financial constraints. Brent believes everyone, regardless of income, should control their wealth.

Living in Port Orange, Florida, with his wife Terri, Brent enjoys beach activities and summering at the Lake of the Ozarks. A pilot, he loves flying to meet clients and teach seminars, with teaching wealth creation a close second. Available seven days a week for meetings, webinars, or seminars, Brent can be reached by call, text, or email to share how to build your financial legacy.

Connect with Brent:

https://themoneymultiplier.com 

In this episode, we welcome Brent Kessler, the CEO of Money Multiplier and a former chiropractor who transformed his financial life by implementing the Infinite Banking Concept. Brent shares his journey from being nearly a million dollars in debt to becoming a passionate advocate for personal finance strategies that empower individuals to take control of their money. Join us as we explore how this innovative approach can help anyone break free from financial bondage and build wealth through smart investing and banking practices.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, December 25th   

In this episode, we are joined by marketing guru John Dwyer, the mastermind behind the Institute of Wow. John shares his innovative approach to direct-response marketing and explains how to create effective incentive-based campaigns. Learn how he convinced Jerry Seinfeld to be the face of a groundbreaking banking promotion that changed the industry. Discover the secrets behind successful marketing strategies that can help any business stand out and thrive in today's competitive landscape.

Chapters:

(03:11) Jd shares his story about how he got started in advertising

(05:12) What is direct response marketing, and how does it differ from traditional advertising

(10:10) convincing Jerry Seinfeld to help launch Virgin Airlines

(14:53) Comedy can boost sales in marketing and advertising

(16:58) Incentive-based marketing and examples of successful campaigns

(19:51) Less than 3% of businesses worldwide have ever used an incentive

(25:34) Direct response marketing is basically problem solution marketing

(29:14) Having the right community of positive entrepreneurial people is so important

(35:55) Jay Epstein has come up with an alternative to Microsoft's Windows 10

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

John Dwyer bio:

John is a marketing enigma, a “direct response customer attraction expert” who thinks way outside the box.

His marketing consultancy business is called The Institute Of Wow – & John’s mantra is that one’s marketing needs to “wow” prospects.

He’s also the guy who shocked the marketing world some years back when he convinced Jerry Seinfeld to come out of retirement to be the spokesman for an Australian banking institution, The Greater Building Society.

Jerry headed up a “free vacation campaign” which broke home loan lending records and remains folklore in the global banking industry… people received a “free vacation” when they got a home loan.

This was probably one of the most successful “incentive-promotions” in the world, resulting in many BILLIONS of dollars in extra home loans.

John helps business owners understand how to leverage platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn by implementing “incentive-based marketing offers” that can be targeted to specific audiences.

His client list reads like a Who’s Who of business and includes Rupert Murdoch’s News Ltd, 7-Eleven, Westfield Shopping Centres, Walt Disney, KFC, and BP, to name a few.

Such companies have used his skills because they acknowledge he is “the master of creating incentives that work.”

He has created done-for-you “customer incentive packages” that businesses can plug & play – including “extraordinary customer rewards” like Fuel Savings & Free Vacations.

When it comes to “unique marketing concepts” that attract an avalanche of new clients, John certainly delivers.

Connect with John:

https://theinstituteofwow.com

https://vacationsincentive.com

Connect with Cosmos:

https://extraordinary-america.com

John shares his innovative approach to direct-response marketing and explains how to create effective incentive-based campaigns. Learn how he convinced Jerry Seinfeld to be the face of a groundbreaking banking promotion that changed the industry. Discover the secrets behind successful marketing strategies that can help any business stand out and thrive in today's competitive landscape.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, December 18th     

In this episode, Dan Rogers, author of Escape the Clock, shares how he transitioned from a tech career to financial independence and early retirement. He offers insights on financial literacy, practical steps for managing money, setting goals, and distinguishing between financial and time freedom.

Chapters:

(02:28) Time and income are crucial for achieving early retirement

(07:32) Financial freedom can enable time freedom

(14:00) What most people get wrong about saving and investing

(18:36) Limiting beliefs around money based on religion

(22:03) Social media, media, and technology lead to people getting into debt

(24:09) Getting out of debt relatively fast can help people achieve financial independence

(35:32) Dan Freedman's book Escape the Clock covers everything from investing to retirement planning

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Daniel C. Rodgers bio:

Author and creator of Escape The Clock. After a fulfilling 20-year career as a lead program manager at Google, I embraced retirement to focus on what truly matters. Now, I passionately devote my time to family, writing stories that inspire, honing my skills on the pool table, and uplifting others as a coach and freelance program manager. Embrace life’s journey and make a difference!

Connect with Dan:

https://escapetheclock.com 

In this episode, Dan Rogers, author of Escape the Clock, shares how he transitioned from a tech career to financial independence and early retirement. He offers insights on financial literacy, practical steps for managing money, setting goals, and distinguishing between financial and time freedom.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, December 18th     

In this episode, we welcome Brian Harriet, an accomplished author, speaker, and financial advisor, who shares his insights on achieving both time and financial freedom. Brian discusses his journey from traditional financial planning to creating a lifestyle that prioritizes meaningful freedom and flexibility. He emphasizes the importance of aligning work with personal values and offers practical advice for managing finances and investments to support a life of choice. Tune in to discover how you can unlock your own extraordinary life!

Chapters:

(02:52) Financial advisor for entrepreneurs who want to achieve time freedom

(12:17) There's a time freedom formula that helps people manage their finances.

(19:57) The no-budget budget to help you manage your spending.

(24:08) Debt accumulated 

(27:41) There's consumer debt, and there's good debt. 

(33:15) Mark Zuckerberg says starting a business at an early age is important.

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Brian Herriot bio:

Brian is an author, speaker, three-time founder, entrepreneurship coach, and Registered Investment Advisor.

For years, Brian followed the conventional path to success, climbing the corporate ladder at Accenture and UCSF Health. He worked long hours, saved diligently, and did everything you’re supposed to do financially. He had security, but no freedom to live his best life–his time was not his own.

Brian has since built a lifestyle business that prioritizes flexibility but still supports his financial goals. He works on his terms—ramping up and down as he chooses. During the summer, you’ll find him at his cabin on Lake Seventeen in beautiful Hazelhurst, Wisconsin. 

To make this new life possible, he leverages an investment strategy designed for entrepreneurs.

Connect with Brian:

https://www.herriotfinancial.com 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianherriot