Living Vision with Aaron Velky

Most people chase retirement and postpone life. Derek Coburn says that plan backfires. In this Living Vision conversation with Aaron Velky, we break down the un-retirement movement, purpose vs happiness, $50,000 moments, and how to enjoy life now while still playing the long game.

In this episode:

- Why traditional retirement leaves people empty

- Work longer by choice so you can live better today

- Purpose beats “personal happiness” for health and longevity

- The fun recession and how to fix it

- The $50,000 moments you’re missing with family

- A practical money shift that frees time today

Want to connect with Aaron? - www.living.vision

Are you stuck in a role you’ve outgrown? Feeling trapped at work, forced to play a part that no longer fits who you are? In this raw conversation, Aaron Velky shares the painful reality of shrinking into a role, losing your identity, and what it takes to break free.

We talk about:

• Why so many leaders feel boxed in by their role
• The cost of wearing a “mask” at work
• How to recognize when you’ve outgrown your position
• Practical steps to evolve, expand, and reclaim authenticity

If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or trapped in a job title that no longer defines you, this episode will give you the tools and mindset to grow beyond the box.

👉 Learn more about our programs and resources: https://www.living.vision

You’ve built the business. You’re chasing bigger goals. On paper, it all looks like success.

But behind the scenes? Your relationships are strained. You're burned out. And you're wondering why it still feels... empty.

In this episode, we expose the hidden cost of the arrival lie, the belief that happiness comes after the next milestone.

We’ll show you why the pursuit of more can quietly destroy the very things that matter most: your family, your health, and your peace of mind.

If you’ve ever said "I’ll fix that when I make more" or "I’ll slow down when I get there," this is your wake-up call.

When my family stayed with me for a week, I didn’t expect it to turn into the best business course I’ve ever had.

In this episode of Living Vision with Aaron Velky, I share the surprising leadership and mindset lessons I learned from people who know nothing about my business. From avoiding echo chambers to mastering acceptance and staying grounded while growing, this story blends family chaos with powerful entrepreneurial insights.

Whether you’re a founder, creative, or leader, you’ll walk away with practical takeaways for your vision, your business, and your relationships.

Want to Level Up Your Vision? - www.aaronvelky.com

If your calendar is overloaded, your team depends on you for everything, and time off doesn’t feel like rest, this episode is for you.

We’re talking about the shift from being the one who does everything to becoming the one who designs the system. You’ll learn how to step out of the weeds, break free from burnout, and build a business that can grow without your constant involvement.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to know if you’ve outgrown your role

• What “the tunnel” is and how to recognize it

• The real reason your breaks don’t feel like breaks

• The mindset shift from doing to designing

• A simple framework to delete, automate, or delegate

• Why visionary leadership starts with stepping back

If you’re serious about scaling with clarity and building a business that doesn’t rely on your every move, don’t miss this one.

Want the free FOCUS tool mentioned in this episode?

DM “FOCUS” on Instagram [@aaronvelky]

Most entrepreneurs build offers that trap them. Zac Palmer helps you avoid that.

In this episode of Living Vision with Aaron Velky, Zac Palmer reveals how he helped generate over $150 million in sales by helping coaches and founders create scalable, aligned offers. You’ll learn why MVPs (minimum viable products) matter, why clarity beats complexity, and how to rethink your business model based on what you actually want, not what the market says you should chase.

We also dive into why more revenue isn't always the answer, how to use frames in leadership and sales, and the specific tweaks that turn chaos into freedom.

What you'll learn:

- Why starting small leads to massive results

- The mindset shift behind every scalable offer

- How to identify your bottlenecks in sales and fulfillment

- The difference between business growth and personal alignment

- How to simplify your offer without losing value

If you’re building a business and feel stuck, this episode will rewire how you think about scale.

Are your friendships helping you grow or keeping you stuck?

In this episode of the Living Vision Show, we cover the 3 biggest mistakes people make when choosing friends and how those mistakes can quietly block your success, happiness, and progress.

If your friends aren’t pushing you to grow, holding you accountable, or aligned with your goals, you're likely underperforming without even realizing it.

What you'll learn:

• How to recognize convenience-based friendships

• Why execution and vision matter in your inner circle

• 3 questions that will instantly upgrade your relationships

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or just committed to growth, this episode gives you the tools to build stronger, intentional, and aligned friendships.

In this deeply personal episode, I unpack the three lessons fatherhood has taught me that business never could:

- Why compartmentalization, the skill that helped me succeed in business almost destroyed me as a father

- How learning to respond instead of react changed everything

- What true presence really looks like (and why it’s the ultimate leadership flex)

Whether you're a founder, a father, or just someone caught between work and what matters most, this conversation will challenge you to rethink success and redefine presence.

🎧 We cover:

- The cost of being a high-performing dad

- How to stop “toggling” and start living whole

- Lessons from parenting that make you a better CEO

- What your team and your child actually need from you (hint: it's the same thing)

👶🏽 This one's for every parent, every leader, and anyone learning how to show up better for your team, your family, and yourself.

Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronvelky

Most entrepreneurs are burnt out, overwhelmed, and completely disconnected from themselves—and they don’t even realize it. In this raw and powerful episode, Aaron Velky and Marty Nocchi break down the real reason every business owner needs to take a solo trip. Not a vacation. Not a weekend with the family. A true separation from your business, your habits, and the chaos you’ve normalized.

Aaron shares the three rules that make solo trips transformational and explains why they’ve been the single most valuable practice of his life. Marty adds decades of wisdom from leading retreats, confronting burnout, and navigating solitude as a spiritual leader and entrepreneur.

You’ll learn:

Why entrepreneurs secretly fear being alone

The neurological and psychological benefits of solo travel

How space creates clarity—and why your growth depends on it

The exact steps to plan your own solo trip (and what not to do)

Whether you’re wired for stress or just can’t seem to unplug, this episode is a direct challenge: Book your solo trip. Block the time. Change your life.

Timestamps:

0:00 Why solo trips matter more than ever

4:30 The hidden impact of small business owners

14:40 The 3 rules of a successful solo trip

26:00 What entrepreneurs are really afraid of

32:00 How solitude increases clarity and creativity

44:00 Why structured unstructured time works

1:02:00 Aaron’s Mario Kart metaphor for integration

1:06:00 Final challenge: block your solo trip now

If this episode hits you, share it with someone who needs to unplug.

Follow Aaron: @aaronvelky

Follow Marty: @martynocchi

What if the life you really want is just one commitment away?

In this powerful episode of Living Vision, Aaron Velky sits down with Eric Nelson, founder of Wild Oak Capital, to unpack the uncomfortable truth: waiting for the perfect time will keep you stuck forever. Eric shares the full story behind moving his family to Spain, restructuring his businesses remotely, and letting go of control to become a better leader, father, and visionary.

This conversation is a roadmap for anyone sitting on the edge of change. Whether you're considering moving abroad, stepping back from your business, or hiring a team that’s better than you, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting and start walking into your vision.

🎙 What You’ll Learn:

- Why most people sabotage their vision before they start

- The hidden grief that comes with leveling up

- How to stop micromanaging and become a true visionary

- The real fears behind hiring someone better than you

- What happens when you actually commit

🔥 Key Quote:

"The only way to go is to go. And then you'll see how awesome it is — and want to do more of it." — Eric Nelson

📍 Connect with Eric:

https://www.ericnelsoncoaching.com