Lagniappe

Positivity and Problem Solving with Richard Chen


Listen Later

This week, Richard Chen talks with Doug and Greg Stokes about overcoming obstacles and becoming a successful attorney, what the ultimate value-add is for both Rich and the advisors he serves, what prompted Rich to launch his own firm, and how Rich experiences life to the fullest without eyesight. 


Key Takeaways

  • [01:12] - A brief introduction to Rich. 
  • [03:48] - Rich’s journey with sight.
  • [04:44] - How Rich operates a law firm without sight. 
  • [06:15] - How Rich remained competitive in school and his field despite physical disadvantages. 
  • [07:50] - What life is like in the Azores. 
  • [08:35] - Where Rich likes to travel and his day-to-day rec routine. 
  • [10:32] - A typical day in the life of Rich Chen. 
  • [11:58] - Why Rich launched his own firm. 
  • [13:54] - How Rich perceives natural beauty without physical sight.
  • [16:03] - What country transformed Rich’s perspective. 
  • [17:36] - What values are most important to Rich. 

  • Quotes

    [03:34] - “It’s a real privilege to be able to serve RIAs and to really help them grow their business.” ~ Richard Chen

    [07:11] - “To this day I can’t recall ever thinking, ‘I can’t do this.’” ~ Richard Chen

    [15:42] - “Life is too short to focus on what you can’t do and what you can’t experience. There are so many things out there to experience that it’s better just to look forward to what you can do and the possibilities out there.” ~ Richard Chen

    [20:11] - “Humility is so important because there’s always something we can learn from everybody. I always try to take that attitude.”~ Richard Chen


    Links 

    • Richard Chen
    • Richard L. Chen PLLC
    • Text-to-speech output 
    • Creating Financial and Humanitarian Change with Jonathan Shafer

    • Connect with our hosts

      • Doug Stokes
      • Greg Stokes
      • Stokes Family Office

      • Subscribe and stay in touch

        • Apple Podcasts
        • Spotify
        • Google Podcasts
        • lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com

        • Disclosure

          The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener’s personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a final decision.

          ...more
          View all episodesView all episodes
          Download on the App Store

          LagniappeBy Stokes Family Office

          • 4.9
          • 4.9
          • 4.9
          • 4.9
          • 4.9

          4.9

          33 ratings


          More shows like Lagniappe

          View all
          WSJ What’s News by The Wall Street Journal

          WSJ What’s News

          4,337 Listeners

          Cato Daily Podcast by Cato Institute

          Cato Daily Podcast

          961 Listeners

          Masters in Business by Bloomberg

          Masters in Business

          2,183 Listeners

          Odd Lots by Bloomberg

          Odd Lots

          1,775 Listeners

          Pardon My Take by Barstool Sports

          Pardon My Take

          81,782 Listeners

          The Meb Faber Show - Better Investing by The Idea Farm

          The Meb Faber Show - Better Investing

          937 Listeners

          Founders by David Senra

          Founders

          1,870 Listeners

          Pod Save America by Crooked Media

          Pod Save America

          86,489 Listeners

          The Daily by The New York Times

          The Daily

          111,397 Listeners

          Animal Spirits Podcast by The Compound

          Animal Spirits Podcast

          1,985 Listeners

          The Compound and Friends by The Compound

          The Compound and Friends

          2,048 Listeners

          All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg by All-In Podcast, LLC

          All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

          9,048 Listeners

          BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley by BG2Pod

          BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley

          456 Listeners

          Prof G Markets by Vox Media Podcast Network

          Prof G Markets

          1,039 Listeners