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The Buddha Who Drove a Bentley

Take away: Where you start has nothing to do with what you can achieve Money Learnings: Alessandro grew up poor, moving back and forth between Sicily and the U.S. 4 times as a child. He was determined from a young age to understand money and not struggle financially as an adult. Bio: Alessandro Tronco is living proof that the American Dream still exists. Born in Sicily, he immigrated to the United States at only six years old with nothing but his family's hopes and dreams to guide him. After spending nearly a decade here, Alessandro returned to Sicily for six months and then returned to America by himself at fifteen years old with only five dollars in his pocket. Lack of experience and means didn't stop him from chasing his ambitions. He attended Siena College and then began working as a Financial Advisor, rising quickly through the ranks to become one of the youngest Managing Partners in the company's 166-year history. Through hard work and determination, Alessandro has gone from having only five dollars to his name to a success story. Alessandro's remarkable journey of determination and profound self-discovery not only shaped his perspective but also sparked the creation of his book, The Buddha Who Drove a Bentley. This captivating narrative is a beacon of inspiration, exploring the transformative power of forgiveness, self-discovery, and true happiness. Fueled by his commitment to a clean lifestyle and dedication to sustainability, Alessandro also founded Spirit Water. This visionary endeavor is dedicated to empowering individuals to make informed decisions that prioritize their holistic well-being within the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of their lives. Alessandro is a compassionate philanthropist, hardworking professional, and committed spiritual believer. He has dedicated his life to giving back to the community, supporting charitable organizations, and helping those in need. His enthusiasm for bettering the world sets him apart from others—he truly puts his heart into everything he does. Highlights from this episode:

• He worked in financial services and learned everything he could about managing money, saving, investing, insurance, etc. He credits this education with helping him build wealth.
• After achieving outward success, Alessandro realized he had lost his soul and inner fulfillment along the way. This led him on a journey of self-discovery and writing his book "The Buddha Drove a Bentley."
• The book provides 15 lessons to live an authentic, purpose-driven life while also attaining material success. Key topics include self-forgiveness, generosity, mindfulness and realizing experiences matter more than possessions.
• Recently Alessandro had a transformative experience doing plant-based medicine, which led him to stop drinking, gain clarity of purpose, start a water company called Spirit Water, and bring 9 family members from Italy to the U.S. for 3 life-changing weeks.

https://www.thebuddhawhodroveabentley.com/ https://drinkspirit.com/ Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ [email protected] Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Becoming Your Best Self: Unlocking the Awakened Man Within

Take away: Discover unconventional yet practical personal development shortcuts that can profoundly transform and improve your life faster than you imagined possible. Money Learnings: Pete's family did not teach him much about money growing up. His mom was a saver while his dad was a spender. Pete realized he exhibited both traits, which led him to lose large sums of money twice in his life. Bio: From picked on to pro athlete to serial entrepreneur. Pete built a 7 figure business, dozens of employees, model wife, rolex watches, cars and homes in the country but left all of this to follow his own hero's journey and second mountain; building a community of guys to help him and them stop playing at level 4 when they know they have level 10 in the bag. Pete is a father, mentors founders from 7-8 figures and coaches to build resilience, discipline and character forging. Highlights from this episode:

• Pete was bullied as a child which led him to get into personal development and working out at a young age. This helped build his confidence over time.
• Pete left a successful corporate career to start his own business, which allowed him to attain material success like fancy cars and houses. However, he was not fulfilled and his mental health suffered, so he made the bold move to leave that business.
• Pete believes taking the comfortable, safe route leads to unhappiness, while taking risks and challenging himself forges stronger character.
• Helping men identify their vices, build positive habits like waking up early and working out, and finding a community has led many to improve their lives.
• Pete had a transformative experience using psilocybin/magic mushrooms, equating it to "400 years of therapy in 4 hours." He came away with greater spiritual awareness.
• Having structural discipline and not listening to the inner saboteur has been key for Pete to achieve success. Taking the first small step is crucial.
• Pete advises not caring what others think and taking more risks, especially when young. He also says to use your 20s to forge yourself and learn skills.

Links: Awakened Man - https://www.awakenedman.org/ Personal site - https://www.petetaylor.co.uk/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pete_taylor/ Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ [email protected] Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Rapid Transformation:

How to Unlock Your Potential

Takeaway: In this episode, Erin Pheil discusses her unique subtraction approach to help people rapidly transform by identifying and removing lifelong root causes. Money Learnings: Erin received mixed messages about money from her parents growing up, leading to confusion around spending and saving. She had an early tendency to want to save money obsessively. Bio: With degrees in psychology and digital media, and after running an award-winning, nationally-ranked consulting agency for 16 years, Erin founded the MindFix Group in 2018. She and her team provide ultra-rapid, root problem removal for the minds of leaders, entrepreneurs, and those ready to experience real, lasting positive change. Clients work with her team when they're ready to connect with themselves more deeply, get out of their own way, and when they're ready to finally move past frustrations such as procrastination, perfectionism, self-sabotage, anxiety, feeling disconnected, feeling unfulfilled, fear of success or failure, fear of conflict, anger, difficulty saying no, imposter syndrome, etc.--once and for all. Highlights from this episode:

• Focusing personal development on personal motivations and goals can lead to rapid transformation of lifelong issues.
• A "subtraction" approach of identifying and removing root causes creates faster, more complete change than just managing symptoms.
• Psychedelic-assisted therapy shows promise for positively impacting many mental health and personal growth areas.
• With the right understanding and techniques, even lifelong struggles can be shifted dramatically in months by addressing core issues.
• Consistent, incremental progress towards a future vision balances enjoying the present and preparing for tomorrow.

Facebook: http://facebook.com/erinpheil Website: http://mindfixgroup.com Bonus for episode listeners: http://mindfixgroup.com/podcast Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ [email protected] Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Living a Purposeful Life

Take away: Understanding oneself and finding joy through growth and contribution

Money Learnings: Damon did not receive any financial education from his family or school. His challenging childhood and the pursuit of success later in life were influenced by his desire to be seen and validated

Bio: Damon is a Realtor in Colorado who loves helping individuals buy, sell, and invest in real estate, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY AND PASSIONATELY, Damon loves helping them find clarity in the key areas of their life through a transformational coaching program/workshop called The Two Hour Turn Around.

Damon is also a published author. His book, Walks with Mr. Smith, is an impactful parable consisting of Eight Life Lessons that if applied can be life-changing and is available on Amazon and other major sites.

Damon is a former Div. 1 Athlete and loves presenting his powerful workshop to audiences large and small.

Highlights from this episode:

The importance of balancing legacy and success, emphasizing the need to prioritize relationships and modeling behavior for their children

• Discussion on Damon's book and the lessons it contained, emphasizing the importance of gratitude, passion, healthy living, attitude, relationships, lifelong learning, personal growth, and giving back
• Exploring one's faith and spiritual connection, as well as the struggle to feel and overcome past traumas
• The three different faces of a man and the internal turmoil it can cause
• The abundance of learning opportunities available through technology
• Taking daily actions and having accountability for achieving goals

Website: https://www.thetwohourturnaround.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damon-eddy-a0ba2914/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/damoneddymindsetminute

Twitter: https://twitter.com/damoneddy

Link to his book: https://www.amazon.com/Walks-Mr-Smith-Damon-Eddy/dp/0557538815

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DamonEddyRE

Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Optimizing Your Microbiome for Health

Take away: Your microbiome impacts far more than just digestion - optimizing your gut flora is crucial for overall physical and mental health.

Money Learnings: Erika learned that money was important. Money was something that you don't really talk about. She learned about her dad investing in the stock market and she learned that money was a commodity to be saved

Bio: Erika La Vella, DO, FASMBS is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon as well as a gut health expert. She studied nutrition and psychology at the University of Idaho and attended medical school at Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

She has long appreciated the direct relationship that food quality, digestion, lifestyle choices, and stress physiology have on wellness. She views food as medicine and promotes the neurodevelopment of the whole human and gut microbiome concepts in conjunction with her surgical practice. During medical school, a functional medicine practitioner diagnosed her with a gastrointestinal parasite. She had co-existing anxiety, depression, and IBS symptoms, which are now distant memories. Her recovery from this disease process has shaped her holistic view of caring for her patients with gut and nervous system health today.

Dr. La Vella will teach you how your gut and nervous system are connected and how to heal the connection between the gut and the brain so that actual healing capacity is achieved. She is a co-founder of the Art of Bariatrics. An online nutritional support company that aids in mastery of the bariatric surgery process.

Highlights from this episode:

• The lack of financial education in the medical field and the importance of critical thinking in overcoming obesity
• The complex issue of food choices and their impact on generational health
• Microbiome science reveals that bacteria in our body can influence gene expression and aging
• The importance of not overusing antibiotics, the benefits of exposure to bacteria, and the connection between gut health and mental well-being
• Erika shared her personal experience with taking parasitical drugs and how it affected her hormonal biochemistry
• Discussion on the importance of eating fresh, locally sourced food and the challenges of finding truly healthy options in the modern food industry
• Lowering blood pressure can prevent a stroke, but there is a downside

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Exposing Leadership & Strategy Myths

Takeaway: Winning makes employees happy, not being told they're valued

Money Learnings: Don Schmincke grew up without much money but learned a lot about survival

Bio: Don Schmincke is the author of the Best-Selling book The Code of Executive and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and USA Today. He is an Award-Winning Speaker, Researcher, Founder of the SAGA Leadership Institute and delivered over 1,700 speeches.

Highlights from this episode:

• How to determine someone's behavior under pressure and whether they can be relied upon
• Understanding a person's ethics, reactions under pressure, and history helps determine reliability
• The lack of recognition for Sherpas, the inspiration behind Don's book on biological leadership, and the success of implementing evolutionary elements in companies
• The importance of focusing on leadership and belief management in order to drive performance and achieve results
• The concept of a compelling saga, which involves inspiring passion and creating a belief of need among a team to achieve a common goal
• Don emphasizes the importance of intuition in strategy and criticizes the overemphasis on analysis

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/howtoslaydragons

LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/schmincke-research-alliance

Website: https://www.sagaleadership.com/

Savannah Banana's episode: https://profitanswerman.libsyn.com/ep-141-profit-first-success-with-the-savanah-bananas-and-emily-cole

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Unleash Your Limitless Potential

Takeaway: We all make our own reality

Money Learnings: Andy's biggest money education came at age 13 when his family home burned down. His parents gave him $5,000 from the insurance payout to buy new belongings, which taught him how to manage money.

Bio: Andy Hite is a recognized leadership coach who supports entrepreneurs, executives, and their teams as they navigate the world of building businesses and lives filled with prosperity, meaning, & freedom.

Regardless of the setting—be it in front of an audience, within an intimate boardroom, or during individual client sessions—Andy's background in commercial theatre, as an actor and executive, lends a distinctive perspective to his coaching practice.

Committed to making an impact and facilitating transformative change, Andy empowers entrepreneurs and executives to unlock their full potential and thrive in their respective fields. Leading with heart, he creates a nurturing environment that fosters growth and paves the way for true authentic leadership.

With a wealth of personal and professional growth experience, Andy is passionate about helping his clients explore new possibilities, challenge their limits, and unlock their true potential.

As an accomplished executive and entrepreneur coach, Andy has impacted countless lives and earned a reputation for excellence. He is a sought-after guest, inspiring audiences with insights on how to lead more powerfully, love more deeply, and live more fully.

Highlights from this episode:

• Experiences growing up in racially divided communities and how it shaped them
• Andy's self-reflection led to a journey of self-development and overcoming self-esteem issues
• Andy talked about his passion for coaching and decided to leave his previous career to start his own coaching business
• Discussion on the importance of coaching and mindset in business
• The lack of culture in many businesses and the disconnect between leadership and employees in self-development programs

https://www.scalingminds.com/rs

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Escape the Rat Race and Create Lasting Wealth

Takeaway: Do business in a way that makes you happy

Money Learnings: Chris grew up in a household where money was scarce and his father's stressful job negatively impacted his health. Despite these challenges, Chris overcame the scarcity mindset and pursued entrepreneurship, finding control over his own destiny and financial freedom.

Bio: Chris Miles, the Cash Flow Expert and Anti-Financial Advisor, is a leading authority teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to get their money working for them TODAY! He's an author, podcast host of the Money Ripples Podcast, has been featured in US News, CNN, Money, Entrepreneurs on Fire, BiggerPockets, and has a proven reputation with his company, Money Ripples (https://moneyripples.com/) getting his clients fast, financial results.

In fact, his personal clients have increased their cash flow by $300+ Million in the last 13 years!

Highlights from this episode:

• Chris discovered a path to early retirement and financial independence
• Teaching people how to get out of the rat race by investing in real estate
• The importance of creating value for others and being a problem solver in order to achieve financial success
• Misconceptions of passive income and the importance of finding truly passive investment opportunities
• The limitations and drawbacks of 401k and IRA accounts
• Adapting to technological changes in business and the need to diversify income streams to mitigate risks
• Strategies for creating wealth, emphasizing the importance of mindset and understanding different paths to success

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Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!

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Land Banking for Big Returns

Takeaway: Learn to be less judgmental and listen more to others

Money Learnings: Brad grew up in Great Neck, New York and learned about money by observing his father. He later became a business coach after accidentally discovering his talent for asking questions and holding people accountable.

Bio: Brad Warren is a national and international speaker and coach. He traveled to 19 countries and 27 United States for over 40 years, teaching business courses. He's coached 500+ business owners, is the 2014 Bay East Association of Realtors Affiliate of the Year, author of Just Sold! The Real Estate Professional's Guide to Selling More in Less Time, and he's spoken at the National Association of Realtors 2016 and 2017 Annual Conventions. After 40+ years as a business coach, Brad transitioned to a new career as a land banking specialist, helping investors build generational wealth by investing in land.

Highlights from this episode:

• The importance of self-reflection and questioning one's beliefs and programming
• Discussion about having a clear purpose and end goal in any endeavor, including making money
• Brad discussed the concept of land banking
• Investment strategy of buying land within a 60-mile radius of downtown LA
• The potential returns of investing in real estate
• The economic impact of major car companies transitioning to electric vehicles by 2035

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleykwarren/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.warren.754

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Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!

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Debt: Engine of Prosperity or Road to Ruin?

Takeaway: Gain a more comprehensive understanding of the role of debt in the economy

Money Learnings: Richard had a pretty typical upper middle class upbringing. He got an allowance and had a part-time job

Bio: Richard Vague's career has spanned fields as varied as banking, energy, government, and the arts. He recently served as Secretary of Banking and Securities for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Vague previously was managing partner of Gabriel Investments, an early stage venture capital company; was also co-founder, Chairman and CEO of Energy Plus, an electricity and natural gas supply company; and also co-founder and CEO of two banks – First USA, which was sold to Bank One, and Juniper, which was sold to Barclays PLC. He is author of numerous books. His new book is Paradox of Debt: A New Path to Prosperity Without Crisis (Univ of Pennsylvania Press, Juuly 11, 2023). Learn more at richardvague.com

Highlights from this episode:

• Richard Vague discusses how he fell into a career in banking accidentally after dropping out of college and needing a job to pay for school
• Richard talked about what inspired him to write his book "Paradox of Debt"
• Vague explains how excessive mortgage lending led to the 2008 financial crisis
• Discussion about government spending and debt actually creates wealth by injecting money into the economy
• The paradox of how debt is both beneficial in growing the economy yet also increases inequality and leads to financial crises over time
• Vague recommends being skeptical of both government and the private sector, as both are capable of doing good and harm.

pardoxofdebt.com

https://www.richardvague.com

Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!

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