In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Wes Young and Justin Lakin explore the essential ingredients for business success, focusing on vision development and execution. They draw parallels between cooking and business, emphasizing the importance of having the right strategies in place. Wes outlines a structured approach to creating a three-year, one-year, and 90-day vision, stressing the need for clear, actionable goals. 

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Wes Young and Justin Lakin explore the essential processes and methodologies financial advisors need to enhance their practices and client relationships. Like baking a cake,, they emphasize the importance of having the right ingredients in the right proportions. Key topics include engaging clients through compelling conversations, transforming tax discussions, ensuring profitable practice growth, and developing a clear vision. 

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Justin Lakin and Wes Young welcome Jesse Mecham, founder of YNAB (You Need A Budget). Jesse shares his journey from aspiring accountant to financial expert and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of viewing money as a tool for achieving personal goals and reducing stress. The discussion covers Jesse’s entrepreneurial experiences, the significance of aligning spending with personal values, and the concept of "giving every dollar a job." Jesse also introduces his upcoming book, which aims to reshape how people think about money, advocating for financial awareness and self-care.

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We highly encourage you to follow Jesse’s journey and learn more by visiting his site below and checking out the great resources he has available.

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Justin Lakin and Wes Young explore the theme of risk in both business and personal contexts. They discuss risk management strategies, emphasizing the importance of grounded optimism and preparedness. They highlight tools like assessments to reduce uncertainty in hiring and business growth. Collectively, they advocate for a balanced approach to risk, combining realistic assessments with strategic planning to navigate uncertainties and achieve growth.

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Justin Lakin and Wes Young explore the "happy habits of high-performance people.". They discuss balancing ambition with gratitude and introduce the "macronutrients of happiness": enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning. They introduce practical strategies to integrate these elements into daily routines, aiming to transform work from a burden into a fulfilling and joyful experience.

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," host Wes Young welcomes Pastor Rob from Shoreline Church in Austin, Texas. The discussion focuses on leadership, engagement, and building a successful organization. Pastor Rob shares insights on the church's operations, emphasizing the importance of the whole team and the journey of establishing the church from scratch. They key in on the significance of initial hires, transitioning from sole proprietorship to organizational leadership, authenticity in leadership, and empowering team members. The episode offers valuable lessons for financial advisors and leaders on fostering a culture of appreciation and collaboration.

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Wes Young and Justin Lakin focus on year-end planning strategies for financial advisors. They emphasize the importance of adding value to year-end planning by maximizing tax efficiency for clients. They discuss various tax-saving opportunities such as S Corporation elections, the Augusta Rule, cost segregation studies, and more! Wes encourages advisors to proactively engage with clients and their CPAs to uncover potential tax savings, thereby enhancing clients' profitability and quality of life. 

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Wes Young and Justin Lakin delve into guest Leslie Danford's inspiring journey of launching her health-focused beverage company, Vitaminis, amidst a number of converging challenges. Leslie, a mother of four, shares her motivations, challenges, and lessons learned in balancing family life with entrepreneurship. The discussion highlights the importance of execution over knowledge, overcoming self-doubt, and engaging with the community. Leslie's story emphasizes perseverance, responsible growth, and the significance of taking actionable steps despite uncertainties, offering valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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This week we thought we would revisit an old episode reflecting on the question “what is real financial planning?” In this podcast episode, Wes and Justin welcome Carl Richards as a special guest. They discuss the concept of "real financial planning" and aligning one's use of capital with what is important to them. Carl emphasizes the importance of recognizing human tendencies and biases in financial decision-making and encourages a mindset of curiosity and experimentation. They also explore the role of financial planners as guides in a changing landscape and navigating uncertainty. Carl introduces the Society of Advice, a monthly membership program that focuses on personal growth and self-discovery. The episode concludes with a discussion on trusting one's intuition and making meaningful decisions.

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If you want to learn more about Carl Richards and all the great work he has done we encourage you to visit his website at The Society of Advice. Maybe you’re interested in taking your own planning in a new direction, in that case we would love to have you join us in one of our comingTransform Learning Series™. You can learn more at wesyounglive.com. Again, thank you for joining and we look forward to next time.

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In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," join hosts Wes and Justin as they continue to explore the concept of peak performance teams. They discuss three essential traits: Empower, Transform, and Persist. Empowerment involves creating an uplifting atmosphere where team members take ownership. Transformation focuses on continuous improvement and embracing change. Persistence, or "savage persistence," emphasizes steadfastly pursuing goals despite challenges. They encourage listeners to reflect on these concepts and implement them to foster a culture of excellence and high performance within their own teams.

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