Mitlin Money Mindset

Would you let a stranger control your biggest asset? That's exactly what happens when you let your HOA make every decision without you.

In this episode, Tina Larsson, aka New York's Condo Queen, shares how she saved her building $340,000 after the hostile takeover of her co-op's board — and ultimately turned her experience into a new career. You'll hear why your home needs to be run like a business, where most boards go wrong, and how you can get involved to protect your investment.

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction (01:44) Tina's entrepreneurial roots (03:42) The hostile takeover (07:38) Turning her role into a new career (11:17) How she finds hidden savings (13:06) Building trust with resistant boards (18:01) Advice for buying into an HOA (20:18) What most boards get wrong (22:33) Her book, 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦 (24:00) Impact of the Surfside, FL collapse (26:19) What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

Tina Larsson is the powerhouse behind The Folson Group, New York's premier co-op and condo consultant. After saving her own building $340,000, she and her husband, Mark Foley started The Folson Group to help NYC coop and condo owners increase their property values. She is the author of Living the High Life, frequent podcast guest and speaker, and holds a LEED Green Associate designation. Tina is on a mission to support NYC condo and co-op boards optimize their buildings, because smart coop and condo boards don't go it alone.

Connect with Tina Larsson:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinalarssonli/
• Instagram: https://www.duefinancial.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@folsongrp
• Website: https://www.thefolsongroup.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

The college your kid falls in love with might be the one that costs you your retirement — and their financial future. That's the trap most families fall into, but college financial planner Shanna Due has a system for avoiding it.

In this episode, she breaks down the three things every family needs to consider before saying "yes" to any school. You'll learn what to do if your child has their heart set on a specific school, how financial aid really works, and how to get the best college experience for the least amount of investment.

Grab your copy of 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘺: 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘞𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦: https://www.duefinancial.com/general-6

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:51) Becoming a financial planner

(04:56) Three factors to choosing the best college

(08:14) Why the college decision is hard on families

(12:12) Start the money talk early

(16:07) Treating college like a business

(19:02) Even More Than Money: Five Ways to Design Your Financial Life

(24:26) Using money as a tool, not the goal

(27:53) Advice for aspiring authors

(30:38) What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

Shanna Due is a Certified College Financial Consultant (CCFC), Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®), and Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®). She is the founder of Due Financial, editor of More Than Money, and an advisor for The Braun Financial Literacy Program at the Boehly Center, Mason School of Business, College of William & Mary.

Her mission is to end the student debt crisis—one family at a time. Shanna guides parents and students through the complex financial aid landscape so families can make smart, informed decisions—without sacrificing retirement plans or limiting a student's future with unnecessary debt. She brings clarity, confidence, and strategy to one of the biggest financial decisions a family will make.

Shanna lives in Williamsburg, Virginia with her husband, two children, and rescue pup. When she's not cheering from the sidelines or exploring a hidden mountain lake, she's likely curled up with her latest book obsession.

Connect with Shanna Due:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanna-due/
• Website: https://www.duefinancial.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

The SpaceX IPO, oil prices nearly doubling, and a spring selloff — a lot has happened so far in 2026.

Market strategist Ryan Detrick returns for a mid-year check-in, sharing where things stand and what's driving the market now. You'll learn the biggest risk to the market (it's not what you think), what history says about midterm years, and why he's actually more optimistic.

Want the full picture? Check out the Midyear Outlook 2026: https://mitlin.us/2026Outlook

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:07) Ryan's path to market strategist

(05:02) The SpaceX IPO

(09:58) Becoming a CNBC Contributor

(15:44) How the first half of 2026 played out

(20:51) Why he's optimistic for the rest of 2026

(24:47) The biggest risks ahead

(28:27) Midterm year volatility (what to expect)

(31:04) What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

As Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group and a CNBC contributor, Ryan Detrick brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong understanding of financial markets to guide the firm's strategic investment decisions. Leveraging market analysis and his passion for helping both advisors and clients navigate the complexities of the financial landscape, Ryan plays a pivotal role in shaping the investment strategies that help drive Carson Group's success.

Ryan's career has been marked by a dedication to staying at the forefront of market trends and the role history plays in potential market moves. Prior to joining Carson Group, Ryan held key positions at several leading financial institutions, where he honed his skills in market analysis, risk management, and portfolio optimization. His ability to distill complex market information into actionable insights has earned him recognition as a thought leader in the financial industry, including being named one of Business Insider's Oracles of Wall Street in 2023 and again in 2025. A sought-after commentator, Ryan frequently shares his market perspectives through media appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, Yahoo! Finance, Bloomberg, and SiriusXM, speaking engagements, and written commentary. Leveraging his extensive knowledge of market trends, economic indicators, and investment opportunities, Ryan provides valuable insights that help empower clients to make informed decisions in an ever-evolving financial environment.

Ryan also co-hosts a top-investing podcast, "Facts vs Feelings," alongside Carson Group colleague Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist. Each week on the show—which was named among the 23 Top Financial Advisor Podcasts to Listen to in 2026 by Kitces.com—they engage in insightful conversations exploring the intersection of data-driven market analysis and the human element in investment decision-making. Through "Facts vs Feelings," Ryan reaffirms his dedication to making finance more understandable.

Connect with Ryan Detrick:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandetrick/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/RyanDetrick/
• Website: ​​https://www.carsongroup.com/insights/blog/team-members/ryan-detrick/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

There's a fine line between pushing someone and tearing them down. The best leaders know how to walk it.

For Ben Utecht, Super Bowl champ and author of The Champion's Creed: Transform Your Culture Through the Power of Belief, that lesson came from one of the most respected coaches in football.

In this episode, he shares the phrase that taught him the importance of leading with belief over fear. You'll learn how to build a culture that drives performance, why your core values might be working against you, and the mindset that helps you win in business and life.

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:13) From the NFL to entrepreneurship

(04:23) Advice for parents of children with big dreams

(08:14) Winning the Uncommon Leader Award

(11:12) Leadership lessons from Coach Tony Dungy

(16:04) Identity and purpose after the NFL

(19:23) The role of a "Chief Culture Officer"

(22:19) Turning core values into a real culture

(24:01) Ben's book, The Champion's Creed

(27:19) Why culture is a movement, not a program

(31:21) What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

Ben Utecht is a Super Bowl Champion, award-winning author, and global keynote speaker on organizational culture and leadership. Drawing from his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts and his best-selling book The Champion's Creed, Ben helps companies and conferences transform workplace culture through the power of belief and purpose. As a Chief Culture Officer and entrepreneur, he has partnered with executives, professional sports organizations, and Fortune-level companies to ignite engagement, align values, and build high-performance teams. Recognized for his dynamic storytelling and actionable strategies, Ben inspires audiences worldwide to cultivate cultures where people and performance thrive.

Connect with Ben Utecht:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BenUtecht/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/BenUtecht
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benutecht/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benutecht
• Website: https://benutechtspeaks.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

Travel has never felt more expensive, more confusing, or more designed to wear you down. The good news? You don't have to be a full-time points hacker to save on your next trip.

In this episode, founder of From the Tray Table Zach Griff breaks down how you can start maximizing your travel rewards (including the opportunities most people aren't aware of). You'll learn when to book for the best deals, how to earn points faster, and when to redeem them. Plus, find out how to use AI to your advantage before the airlines use it against you.

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:25) Zach's entrepreneurial journey

(03:36) The Points Guy to From the Tray Table

(08:20) Where he caught the travel bug

(11:09) The perks of travel hacking

(14:00) Where to start with points and miles

(17:09) When to book for the best rates

(19:25) 2026 travel trends

(23:51) How to beat dynamic pricing

(27:00) The CPP points framework

(28:12) Autopilot travel tool

(30:33) Growing an audience that engages

(32:15) What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

Zach is a New York City-based travel and lifestyle expert and Wharton MBA graduate with over a decade of experience in the industry. He founded From the Tray Table, his independent travel newsletter, which he pairs with a social media presence of 300K+ engaged followers. He spent nearly eight years covering airlines, credit cards, and loyalty programs at The Points Guy and has visited 67 countries. His insights have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and HuffPost, and he has appeared on CNN, CBS, Fox News, and BBC. Zach collaborates with leading brands, advises startups, and is a sought-after speaker on travel and loyalty programs.

Connect with Zach Griff:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_zachgriff/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachgriff
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/_ZachGriff
• Newsletter: https://newsletter.fromthetraytable.com/
• Website: https://fromthetraytable.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

Your network isn't just a list of contacts. It's your most valuable asset — and most people are going about it the completely wrong way.

Mike Adams, founder of IntroStars and host of The Super Connectors Podcast, spends his days connecting people and has learned what separates the people who build lifelong networks from the ones who just collect contacts.

In this episode, he shares the networking mistake that repels the right people, how to get people to answer your messages, and what it takes to become someone others go out of their way to help.

Topics discussed:

(00:00) – Introduction (02:16) – From coding to founder (04:14) – What it means to be a super connector (07:44) – Building a network that lasts (11:03) – The 3-part mindset for networking the right way (14:27) – The value of in-person relationships (18:19) – The best alternative to cold outreach (22:38) – Elevating your personal brand online (30:05) – What brought you JOY today?

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

After 30 years in tech sales, marketing & partnerships, Mike Adams is now a startup founder, investor (20+ startups), super networker (1,000+ events), super connector (30K+ connections), and the creator of introstars, a platform that rewards you for high-value business introductions. Based in London and active globally, he's spent years building communities, hosting events, and obsessing over how trust, incentives, and human relationships actually drive deals. Mike also hosts The Super Connectors podcast, and is an avid travel hacker.

Connect with Mike Adams:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/supermike
• Website: https://www.introstars.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique: https://www.podcastboutique.com

The two hardest jobs you'll ever take on come with zero training: fatherhood and entrepreneurship.

Adam Holt, co-founder of REBL Dads, is back on the show to share how the movement is supporting entrepreneur fathers in both business and family. In this episode, you'll learn what it really means to be a REBL Dad, the lesson that changed how he shows up for his own family, and their new book that turns 100+ stories into actionable ways you can lead better at home and work.

Plus, get an inside look on their Necker Island events and how they got Richard Branson on board.

Topics discussed:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:56) Adam's journey to founding REBL Dads

(03:51) The mission and Necker Island origin story

(07:50) What REBL Dad stands for

(09:33) Inside the Necker Island experience

(14:45) Presence vs. intentional presence

(17:50) The making of the REBL Dad book

(21:40) Turning the book into real action

(29:00) What brought you JOY today?

Get the book, REBL Dad: What 100+ Fathers Reveal About Successful Leadership at Home and Work: https://www.rebldads.com/book

Listen to episode 194 with Adam Holt: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/visualizing-your-financial-future-with-asset-maps-adam-holt-194/

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

As a tech innovator and CEO, I co-founded REBL Dads to foster authentic connection among high-achieving fathers. My passion for learning and mentoring along my entrepreneurial journey helped me recognize the similarities between shepherding a business and leading a family. Recognizing my own shortfalls inspired me to help build a community of like-minded fathers.

Connect with Adam Holt:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hadamholt/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebldads/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebldads
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/REBL_Dads/
• Website: https://www.rebldads.com/
• Email: [email protected]

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

You have something worth saying. So why does it feel like no one's actually listening?

Storytelling expert Dr. Danny Brassell shifted his career after losing everything in a 2005 real estate scam by mastering one skill: telling stories that move people to act. In this episode, he shares the 43-second rule that grabs any audience, a simple exercise that helps you build a backlog of winning stories, and the 5 C's framework Danny uses with every client.

Topics discussed:

Introduction (00:00)

From journalist to bankruptcy to speaker (01:37)

Why coaching beats stage time (04:48)

The 43-second story rule (06:26)

The 1-hour story brainstorming exercise (07:29)

Stories that turn audiences into clients (09:07)

How to start your speaking journey (15:04)

The case for sharing failures over wins (19:20)

The 5 C's framework (21:38)

Redefining success at every age (23:44)

The language of scams and setbacks (27:11)

What brought you JOY today? (29:36)

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as "Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.," Dr. Danny Brassell (www.DannyBrassell.com) has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide. He has authored 21 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. The co-founder of WellCrafted Story™, Danny helps entrepreneurs, individuals and organizations leverage speaking on stages as a major client lead source that converts.

Connect with Danny Brassell:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassell
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassell
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/DannyBrassell
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DannyBrassell
• Website: https://dannybrassell.com/

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique: https://www.podcastboutique.com

Think you don't need to worry about cybersecurity? That's exactly what hackers are counting on.

Cybersecurity awareness expert Robert Siciliano breaks down how three simple habits put you in the top 10% of secure Americans. This episode explains how one move can save you years of financial headaches, what every business owner needs to know about protecting remote teams, and how to safeguard your digital estate even after you're gone.

Topics discussed:

Introduction (00:00)

Robert's hacking origin story (02:02)

Why real estate agents are high-risk targets (05:44)

Two-factor authentication (08:22)

SMS vs. authenticator apps (11:36)

Cybersecurity for remote teams (13:15)

Security vs. paranoia (15:53)

The strategic human firewall (20:40)

3 steps to becoming secure (24:05)

Digital estate planning (26:55)

What brought you JOY today? (29:57)If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

Creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™, Cybersecurity Awareness expert, good guy hacker, and private investigator Robert Siciliano delivers 'straight talk' on safety and security, stripping away jargon to empower everyday protection. A bestselling author, CEO of ProtectNowLLC.com, he is a trusted commentator featured on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and the Today Show, decoding complex threats for mass audiences.

Connect with Robert Siciliano:

• Website: https://protectnowllc.com/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robert_siciliano
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsiciliano
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyberAwarenessExpertSpeaker
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertsiciliano/
• X (Twitter): http://twitter.com/robertsiciliano
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxPUhCstuAW8GJR826pamYA
• Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-L.-Siciliano/author/B0035CH602

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

What if everything you know about networking is wrong?

Scott MacGregor, founder of The Outlier Project and Outlier Magazine, doesn't believe in networking — and his non-traditional approach has been the backbone of his success. From embracing adversity as fuel to building genuine friendships over transactional connections, this episode will change how you think about success, relationships, personal and professional growth.

Topics discussed:

Introduction (00:00)

Hayden and Rob Thorsen's story (01:56)

Why impact is the best barometer of success (04:40)

How to embrace adversity as a gift (06:49)

"Living into the answers" (11:05)

Friendships over network (14:25)

Building connections: the Mace Curran story (17:32)

The Laila Ali example (20:12)

Creativity and Outlier Magazine (21:30)

Inside the Outlier Project (25:02)

What brought you JOY today? (30:27)

If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

As Publisher & Editor-in-Chief of Outlier Magazine and the Founder & CEO of two purpose-driven organizations, I'm deeply proud to lead work that reflects both my values and my passion for meaningful impact.

The Outlier Project is more than a community — it's a movement of people across the world who dare to live life on their own terms. We believe that being ordinary is a choice, and that every human has an extraordinary spark waiting to be ignited.

Here, you'll find people who dream bigger, aim higher, and believe that who you surround yourself with can change everything. Together, we gather online in over 200 live, interactive events each year — and in person through unforgettable retreats, meetups, and signature experiences that connect visionaries, trailblazers, and dreamers from every corner of the globe.

We're for those who crave meaning, growth, and adventure. For those who take the road less traveled and want to walk it alongside others who believe anything is possible.

Connect with Scott MacGregor:

• Outlier Project: http://theoutlierproject.co/
• Outlier Magazine: https://outlier-magazine.com/
• SomethingNew: https://trysomethingnewnow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macgregorscott/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmacgregor_official/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutlierProject

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com