Mitlin Money Mindset

Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Rabbi Steve Leder, the Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles. As the Senior Rabbi, Steve Leder serves over 2,700 families that comprise this prestigious synagogue. In addition to his many duties at Wilshire Boulevard Temple, Rabbi Leder is a regular guest on The Today Show, Time, The Los Angeles Times, and USA Today. Rabbi Leder has written three successful books, "The Extraordinary Nature of Ordinary Things," "More Money Than God: Living a Rich Life without Losing Your Soul," and "More Beautiful than Before: How Suffering Transforms." We also have to recognize Steve Leder for being named by Newsweek Magazine not once—but twice—as one of the 10 Most Influential Rabbis in America. Listen in for some great takeaways about living a richer, deeper life, and how suffering can be transformative when approached with the right mindset. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Rabbi Steve Leder shares his unique upbringing [3:08]
• Becoming the Rabbi of the Wilshire Boulevard Temple [9:04]
• The mindset necessary to lead a congregation of such magnitude [12:21]
• How Rabbi Leder reacted when Newsweek named him an influential leader [15:44]
• The backstory of Rabbi Leder's book, "The Beauty of What Remains" [16:53]
• How to ask for forgiveness for the mistakes that you've made [20:58]
• Why it's time to destigmatize and prioritize mental health [25:47]
• Why suffering is a transformative experience [35:33]
• What Rabbi Leder did today that put him in the right mindset for success [44:16]

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Bio

Steve Leder is the Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles and the author of such critically acclaimed books as "The Beauty of What Remains," "The Extraordinary Nature of Ordinary Things," and "More Money Than God: Living a Rich Life without Losing Your Soul." He is a graduate of Northwestern University; studied at Trinity College Oxford; and was ordained at Hebrew Union College. The winner of numerous awards for his interdenominational and cross-cultural dialogue, Leder has been a guest on CBS, ABC, NPR, PBS, and FOX and featured in the New York Times and the Los Angeles Times among other places. He lives with his family in Los Angeles.

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Eric Kussin, founder and CEO of We're All a Little "Crazy," The Global Mental Health Alliance, and hashtag #SameHere. Eric got his start at the NBA League Office and while experiencing great success in his career, he faced a debilitating mental health crisis that stopped his career and life in its tracks for over two and a half years. After failed treatments, he was lucky enough to learn healing practices that enabled him to dig out of his abyss, in the process he found a higher calling.

Eric merged his love of sports and his passion to help those facing mental struggles by building an alliance comprised of athletes, celebrities, media members, expert practitioners, advocates, and everyday heroes who've come together to make talking about mental health a common topic for 5 out of 5 of us. Their #SameHere movement has swept across college campuses, corporate offices, and professional sports all throughout the US and now globally as well. Listen in for some great takeaways about mental health and making a difference. Eric wants mental health to be a common topic for all of us and is working towards that every day.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Eric's path to starting We're All A Little "Crazy" [3:18]
• What is We're All A Little "Crazy" all about? [8:46]
• About the #SameHere campaign [14:52]
• Is right now the time to move the conversation forward [24:55]
• The impact Eric's seen from sharing his own story [28:19]
• #SameHere Scale and app [33:18]
• What is the best way for someone to make an impact [37:22]
• 3 things people can do to have an immediate impact on their mental health? [40:57]
• What Eric did today that put her in the right mindset for success? [45:13]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Theo Fleury on episode 63

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Today's guest is Karen Tenenbaum founder of Tenenbaum Law, P.C. Karen has been an attorney for over 35 years and her firm helps individuals and businesses facing IRS and New York State tax problems. Karen and her team have successfully represented clients in matters, including federal and state audits, New York State residency audits, and New York State sales tax audits.

Karen is a frequent speaker on IRS and New York State tax issues for numerous professional groups. She can also be found speaking at some of the top conferences and symposiums in the industry. Karen's knowledge and leadership have established her as a preeminent tax attorney in the New York area. Listen in for some great takeaways regarding taxes and what to do when you might have an issue.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Karen's path to founding Tenenbaum Law, P.C. [3:17]
• What led to bringing tax and legal together? [4:50]
• What does a tax attorney do? [7:27]
• What areas does Karen help clients and how [10:29]
• How telecommuting has created potential legal tax issues for people [12:42]
• What to know if you are telecommuting [18:24]
• Problems that people run into when making residency changes from NY [27:46]
• Advice for taxpayers who have vacillating income [34:50]
• What to do if you realize that you haven't withheld [37:40]
• 3 things to stay out of trouble and not need to contact a tax attorney [39:21]
• What Karen did today that put her in the right mindset for success? [41:10]

Connect with Karen Tenenbaum

• Call 631-465-5000
• Email [email protected]
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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Emlen Miles-Mattingly, the CEO and founder of Gen Next Wealth and host of the Minority Money Podcast. Emlen uses his 20 years of experience in the financial services industry to help clients make smart financial decisions and encourages them to manage their resources in a way that leads to generational wealth. Prior to starting his firm Emlen sold life insurance products for large insurance companies. During this time he realized that he was selling products, but not providing solutions. This led him to start his firm.

As a co-founder of the BLX Internship Program, he is also looking to further and strengthen the financial planning industry. This program is designed to provide an entry point to the profession for black and Latinx students and career changers. Emlen is very passionate about creating a path for those that are underrepresented in the financial profession. Listen in for some great takeaways about creating generational wealth and why Emlen is so passionate about helping educate people.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Emlen's path to founding Gen Next Wealth [3:06]
• What led to launching Minority Money? [5:52]
• What has being a podcast host taught Emlen? [8:49]
• One thing Emlen thinks highschoolers should be taught [9:45]
• What has this journey taught Emlen about his emotional connection to money? [14:08]
• What is Emlen so passionate about reaching minorities? [18:29]
• Why is becoming a CFP® important to Emlen? [22:53]
• Advice for those who want to be an ally to underrepresented advisors [31:05]
• The next big thing for Emlen and Gen Next Wealth? [34:52]
• What Emlen did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [36:16]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Minority Money Podcast
• The Nathan "Nearest" Green story
• Nandita Das
• BLX Internship Program

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Jared Kamrowski. The CEO and founder of Thrifty Traveler. Jared is not like your average travel entrepreneur. After graduating from college with a mountain of debt, he and his wife wanted to travel but had to do it on a tight budget. That's what Thrifty Traveler is all about.

As a Certified Public Accountant Jared's job required him to travel over 100 nights a year, which quickly acquainted him with many airline and hotel rewards programs. That led him to create Thrifty Traveler as a way to pass on all of his tips and tricks.

Jared's goal is to show you how to find the cheapest flights and minimize travel costs using points, miles, and above all else show you that travel does not have to be expensive. Listen in for some great takeaways on how you travel more without breaking the bank. Traveling is something my family and I enjoy greatly, and I hope yours does too!

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Jared's path to founding Thrifty Traveler [3:16]
• What was the mindset needed to transition from corporate job to entrepreneur? [5:01]
• Jared's #1 Cheap Travel tip [9:35]
• Travel booking myths [13:22]
• Will you get better savings from a credit card or loyalty partnership [20:12]
• What is Thrifty Traveler Premium? [22:43]
• How has the pandemic impacted your business and how have you dealt with those challenges? [25:29]
• How has being a CPA helped Jared with Thrifty Traveler? [29:10]
• What is the next big thing for Jared and the Thrifty Traveler Team? [31:08]
• What Jared did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [32:45]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Who Not How by Dan Sullivan
• Google Flights

Connect with Jared Kamrowski

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Mark Gaunya, principal at Borislow Insurance (BI) and the Founder of Captivated Health. Mark is an employee benefits advisor with over three decades of experience. His tireless passion for the industry can be seen by the way he advocates for transparency, consumerism, health, and wellbeing. He is a pioneer in the use of consumer-driven health and wellness plans to lower healthcare costs and improve overall health.

Mark was named as a national Top 30 Benefits Advisor to Watch in 2017 by Employee Benefit News. And in 2014 Employee Benefit Adviser awarded him with the Most Innovative Broker of the Year. Mark is a Member of the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Health Connector and a member of the Board of Trustees for the National Association of Health Underwriters. He earned his GBA from Wharton and is certified in the ACA and Self-funding by NAHU. Mark is at the forefront of what is taking place in the industry and talks about what we can expect in the future.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Mark's path to founding Captivated Health [2:41]
• Where did Mark's entrepreneurial bug originate? [5:59]
• Captivated Health, how does it work? [8:30]
• What are the benefits to the employee? [18:19]
• How does Captivated help businesses? [23:51]
• What mindset is needed to embrace what Captivate Health does? [27:44]
• Will healthcare change in the future? [32:04]
• How does Mark deal with a constant state of change? [39:41]
• Marks charitable inclinations and passions [42:46]
• What Mark Gaunya did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [50:29]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Email Mark

Connect with Mark Gaunya

• Websites - Borislow Insurance and Captivated Health
• On Linkedin
• On YouTube

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Kristen Putnam-Walkerly, President of Putnam Consulting Group. Kristen Putnam-Walkerly is a global philanthropy expert who helps ultra-high net worth donors, foundations, and Fortune 500 companies increase the clarity impact and joy of their charitable giving. She is a trusted advisor to the world's leading philanthropists for over 20 years, ultra-high net worth donors, foundations, Fortune 500 companies, celebrity activists, and wealth advisors have all sought her advice to transform their giving and catapult their impact.

Kris has helped over a hundred philanthropists strategically allocate over half a billion dollars in grants and gifts. Her clients include the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, J.M. Smucker Company, Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation, and many others. Kris was named one of America's Top 25 Philanthropy Speakers and is the author of the award-winning book Confident Giving: Sage Advice for Funders. Listen in for some great takeaways on what philanthropy is, how philanthropists can change the world and the impact that you can make.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Kris' path to being the President of Putnam Consulting Group [3:07]
• Where does Kris' passion for philanthropy stem from [5:29]
• Where to start your philanthropic giving journey [8:29]
• What drives philanthropy? [13:10]
• How Kris assists families and foundations through the philanthropic process [15:19]
• 4 ways philanthropists change the world [18:14]
• What is transformational giving? [23:05]
• Mistakes philanthropists make during a crisis [26:23]
• 2 top practices for being an extraordinary philanthropist [30:31]
• What is Delusional Altruism? [36:09]
• What did Kristen do today that put her in the right mindset for success? [38:56]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Schedule a call with Kris
• Delusional Altruism book

Connect with Kristen

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Bill Pidto, Studio Host for MSG Networks. Bill Pidto joined MSG Networks in 2009 and currently serves as a Studio Host for Knick's games and the New York Emmy award-winning MSG 150 that airs during Knick's and Ranger's games. This past summer Bill also hosted the popular expanded version of the MSG 150, which featured engaging conversation and nightly analysis of the latest news and sports.

Prior to his work with MSG, Bill was an anchor at ESPN where he hosted Sports Smash in the inaugural year of ESPN 2. In addition, he's anchored NHL Tonight, NFL PrimeTime, Baseball Tonight, and Sports Center during his tenure there. Listen in and hear about Bill's journey to MSG Networks and the launch of the MSG 150, the fastest 150 seconds in sports, and a Sprung household favorite.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Bill's path to becoming a studio host for MSG Networks [2:39]
• Where does Bill's passion for sports come from? [5:48]
• Radio vs Television: Which does Bill prefer? [7:35]
• Bill's favorite sport [9:44]
• What is the MSG 150 and who's idea was it? [14:35]
• What it takes behind the scenes to get MSG 150 together for each show [18:13]
• Bill's favorite clips from MSG 150 over the years [21:44]
• What's up next for Bill Pidto? [24:35]
• What is the mindset needed for Bill to be "on" in the studio? [27:05]
• What Bill did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [29:18]

Resources & People Mentioned

• Sprung boys on MSG 150

Connect with Bill Pidto

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• On Instagram
• On Twitter

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Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Marques Odgen, former NFL athlete, now a keynote speaker, business coaching consultant, bestselling author, and podcast host. In 2003, Marques was drafted into the NFL as an offensive lineman. Following his NFL career Marques started a construction company that quickly grew into a multimillion-dollar construction firm. In 2013, it all crashed down around him after he got involved with a bad business deal and ended up losing everything.

During his dark hours, Marques pulled himself together, got a part-time job as a custodian, and with hard work and determination got to where he is today. Marques decided he would use what he had learned from his experiences, both as an athlete and as an entrepreneur, to help others succeed where he had failed. His passion is to create value for every client and some of his clients are well known, such as Home Depot and Liberty Mutual to name a couple. Listen in and hear about Marques' journey from NFL to entrepreneur and how he has used his experiences to help countless people succeed at a very high level.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Marques' path from the NFL to entrepreneur [2:53]
• Challenges shifting from the NFL into the business world [7:00]
• Transferring the regimented process of the NFL into the corporate world [11:35]
• Sibling rivalries are a thing. Were they for Marques and his brother? [14:12]
• Where did Marques' interest in coaching come from? [16:29]
• What is the success cycle? [20:09]
• Who are Marques' ideal clients? [23:11]
• What are the biggest obstacles that Marques help clients with? [25:13]
• 3 things you can do today to regain focus and move towards your goals [28:00]
• What Marques did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [31:48]

Resources & People Mentioned

• The Lev & Marques Show

Connect with Marques Ogden

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• On Facebook
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Today's guest is Aaron Wilbur, Founder, and CEO of The Coaches Site and host of the Glass & Out podcast. The Coaches Site is an online resource for hockey coaches and was created to provide top coaches a platform to share their experiences and expertise with a global audience. As the host of The Glass and Out podcast, Aaron is fortunate to have weekly conversations with some of the top leaders and trailblazers in hockey. The show highlights the origins of their careers, challenges they have overcome, triumphs, and insights into how coaches can provide an enhanced development opportunity for their players.

Aaron spent 12 years coaching at the Major Midget, Junior, and University levels in British Columbia. During this time, he captured a BCHL Championship as an Assistant Coach with the Penticton Vees in 2008 and a Western Canadian Championship as the Head Coach of the Richmond Sockeyes in 2013. From 2011 through 2016 he traveled extensively to China working with various organizations on the development of grassroots hockey. During this time, he also produced the documentary Canucks in China, which examined the developing culture of hockey in China. Listen in for some great takeaways about how Aaron is impacting the sport of hockey and educating coaches to be the best that they can be.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Aaron's path to founding the Coaches Site [2:50]
• The Coaches Site and what it's all about [5:47]
• Aaron's takeaways from his experiences with The Coaches Site thus far [8:46]
• Some of the biggest challenges facing youth hockey today [11:16]
• Similar challenges in other sports [14:39]
• How do we change the culture around coaching? [17:59]
• Kyle Beach investigation: Bad actors involved in child youth hockey programs [24:45]
• Advice for parents who are new to hockey [28:29]
• What makes hockey different from other sports [31:01]
• What are the next big things up for Aaron Wilbur and The Coaches Site? [34:04]
• What Aaron did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [35:52]

Resources & People Mentioned

• My Hockey Rankings

Connect with Aaron Wilbur

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• On Twitter
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• On Facebook

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