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There's no denying that the road to success is a tough one. 

Science says only 8 percent of people actually achieve their goals and think of themselves as successful. 

The dictionary defines success as "the achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted." But according to science, only a small percentage of people actually achieve their goals and think of themselves as successful. 

So what separates the successful from the unsuccessful? And more importantly, how can you increase your chances of becoming one of the few who actually achieve their goals? 

For Steve Werner, there are three traits that lead to success. Anyone who has ever achieved anything significant has had to overcome discomfort, cultivate a growth mindset, and take responsibility for their choices. That's because success seldom comes easy - it requires hard work, dedication, and a willingness to step outside of your comfort zone. 

So if you want to be successful, start by making peace with discomfort, cultivating a growth mindset, and taking responsibility for your own life. These are the cornerstone habits of successful people.

In this episode, we discuss why it’s important to employ the three traits that lead to success. Steve Werner shares that there are countless obstacles and challenges to overcome, and it can be easy to give up along the way. But if you're willing to work hard and fight for your dreams, then in the end it's all worth it. You'll achieve things you never thought possible, and you'll be able to look back on your journey with pride. So don't give up - keep fighting for what you want, and eventually you'll reach your goals.

Join us with Steve Werner, CEO of Reaching Millions, to discuss more about the three traits that are a sure-fire way to success. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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CAREER ADVANCEMENT EDITION

Figuring out what you want in life is hard. It's even harder when you don't know where to start. Across America, 45 percent of workers say they are either satisfied or extremely satisfied with their jobs. Only 20 percent feel very passionate about their jobs. 33 percent believe they have reached a dead-end in their career. 21 percent are eager to change careers.

They say to achieve your dream life and career, you should align your values and goals to work in a field you’re passionate about. But how do you do it? 

Alignment is the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. It's the process of creating congruence between your internal beliefs and your external behaviors. When your values, goals, and actions are aligned, you'll experience a sense of certainty and confidence that will help propel you toward your dreams.

By discovering and living your values, you give yourself a roadmap for creating the life you want. Values-based living means that everything in your life, from the big things like relationships and career to the small things like how you spend your free time, is aligned with who you are at your core.

Kimberly Spencer is an award-winning high-performance coach and trainer. She's the founder and CEO of Crown Yourself, and she's been on NPR, CNBC, Forbes, as well as a TEDx speaker. 

Join us as Kim shares her experience of pivoting career roles in search of her true passion and how she aligns her values and goals to design her dream life. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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CAREER ADVANCEMENT EDITION

You've probably heard that personal branding is important, but you're not sure where to start.

It can be tough to figure out how to build your personal brand and make it stand out. You don't want to copy someone else, but you also don't want to reinvent the wheel. 

The best way to build your personal branding is to find a niche. You don't want to copy someone else, but you also don't want to reinvent the wheel. Figure out what makes you unique and focus on that. Use your personal branding to share your story and connect with others. 

Be genuine and authentic, and stay true to yourself. Your personal branding should reflect who you are, not who you think others want you to be. Be authentic and honest in your branding, and you'll connect with others on a deeper level.

In this week's podcast episode, Jay Jay shares his top tips to build your brand. He recommends finding a niche, being genuine and authentic, being consistent, and staying true to yourself. Branding is important, so make sure your personal branding reflects who you are, not who you think others want you to be.

Join us and learn more about consistency, resilience, and more with Jay Jay. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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CAREER ADVANCEMENT EDITION

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for jobs has skyrocketed while job losses are mounting. In this competitive job market, job seekers have their work cut out for them-especially women, who lost the most jobs in December 2020 according to the aforementioned analysis by the National Women's Law Center (NWLC). The challenges faced by BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disabled candidates are even greater.

Pew reports that Black workers constitute just 5% of engineering and architecture jobs in the United States, and women comprise only 1% of engineering and computer science graduates. Meanwhile, STEM professionals experience a larger gender pay gap than other types of professions - and Pew notes that this gap is still growing today.

Coming from an underrepresented community, Anthony Mays knows what it’s like to compete for a position in Silicon Valley. Anthony came from foster care in Compton, experienced physical and sexual abuse, dealt with bullying excessively in elementary school, and more. Through it all, Anthony went to a great university studying computer science and eventually worked at Google for 8 years.

How did Anthony go from Compton to Google? 

Join us as Anthony shares his life story, his unlikely path to becoming the 1% at Google, how he battled imposter syndrome growing up, and how he overcame high expectations in the tech space. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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BUSINESS & THOUGHT LEADER EDITION 

People tend to think leaders are born rather than made. However, leaders are no different from athletes. Even though some athletes have natural talents, it's their commitment to working on their craft every day that gets them to the top. Leaders may have innate talents - perhaps a higher EQ is one example - but everyone can develop the leadership skills necessary to perform at the highest level.

It can be difficult to pin down a simple definition of elite leadership, but we all know it when we see it. 

What exactly defines an elite leader? How do they distinguish themselves from the rest of us?

Their mindset determines their success. There is a remarkable clarity about winning among elite leaders - for the company, for the team, and for themselves. Elite leaders have a constant drive to achieve their goals and reach the defined destination.

Their focus on winning revolves around having integrity between their words and their actions as well as their relationships with others. From moment to moment, it manifests itself in behaviors, choices, and decisions that benefit others rather than just themselves.

For Julie Hruska, elite leadership has six components that make them what they are: ENVISION, ENLIST, EMBODY, EMPOWER, EVALUATE, ENCOURAGE. 

What separates elite leaders from bad leaders? Integrity, where their words and their actions align. People have become so jaded in the world and make promises that are empty and they don't keep. If you think about legendary leaders, they’re people that set a vision and then they honor that, they follow it through, and they become role models for other people.

Join us as Julie discusses who elite leaders are, their characteristics, and six components that make up the E6 Leadership Framework. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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CAREER ADVANCEMENT EDITION

Adversity occurs to all of us, but some of us are able to thrive when things get tough, while others seem to have a hard time getting up in the morning.

All successful people have faced challenges and setbacks because anything worth doing is going to be difficult. Greatness is a result of overcoming adversity. A successful person has learned to navigate around obstacles that would stop others completely.

Why do some people bounce back from misfortune and defeat and find a way to overcome them? For one thing, they don't let negative emotions or thoughts overwhelm them. When they have processed what has happened, they resume moving forward. Instead of dwelling in despair, their mental fortitude lifts them up to seek out opportunities.

Philosopher Edmund Burke said, “He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.” We all need to grow against life's worthy antagonist - life. You are able to embrace adversity as a helper when you know how to overcome it, instead of letting it stop you from reaching your goals.

Corrie LoGiudice is the perfect example of a person who has overcome multiple adversities in life but was even able to turn her life around to become successful. She takes extraordinary action, regardless of her circumstances. 

Join us as Corrie shares her life story and how she overcame major adversities in life, bounced back, and started her own business to spend more time with her son. She also discusses the value of being present in contributing to success. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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CAREER ADVANCEMENT EDITION

Starting a side business will allow you to eventually become your own boss while still having the safety and security of a day job.

Furthermore, starting a side hustle not only boosts your income, but also creates career-changing opportunities that would otherwise not have arisen at your full-time job. There have been many side hustles that have led to new jobs, unexpectedly useful relationships, and lifelong friendships.

It's never easy to build a side hustle from scratch to profitability with a limited amount of time outside of work. Getting things done requires ruthless prioritizing, changing your mindset about what's important and being creative and scrappy every day. 

There are a lot of Americans who work full-time and also run side businesses, such as freelancing, consulting, and other online businesses. More than 331,941 professionals in the U.S. alone freelancing on the side of their day jobs, according to a 2016 study by LinkedIn ProFinder.

For Home Studio List CEO & Founder Hannah Pobar, starting her business as a side hustle was her best decision. With 800+ spaces all throughout the US, over $2m in reservation requests in 2021, and spaces used by companies like Starbucks, L'Oreal, Hallmark, and more, Home Studio List became Hannah’s passion and full-time job.

Join us as Hannah shares how she started renting her apartment to various businesses and eventually creating and growing Home Studio List. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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BUSINESS & THOUGHT LEADER EDITION

Even when the task at hand is important, we can all use a little help sometimes. Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly popular at work when an extra pair of hands is needed.

Computers can simulate human intelligence using artificial intelligence, or AI, and AI is everywhere. In today's world, artificial intelligence is used in everything from factory automation to self-driving cars.

Among the many applications of AI technology, one of the most promising is in helping business professionals become more productive.

How does AI increase productivity? AI used in the workplace does not mean that you or your team members will be replaced. The goal is to help you to free up some of your time for more interesting and productive tasks. Even though AI tools seem simple, their technology can be very complex.

AI technology comes in many forms, each with its own industry applications. In terms of workplace productivity, these three factors are most critical: Automation, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing.

Curious about how to save more time and get more done with AI automation? Join us with Instarel.ai CEO Thomas Helfrich as he discusses what AI essentially is, how automation can greatly benefit social presence, and more. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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MONEY MANAGEMENT EDITION

Following the Covid-19 pandemic, global markets took a significant hit. Seeing the daily decline in investments, many investors sold their investments, hoping to avoid any more losses. However, the markets recovered just as quickly. Therefore, their losses became permanent.

Investors have behaved in a similar manner before. And this definitely will not be the last time. What causes us to behave this way in such situations? Our biases are to blame. 

Traditionally, most conventional economic theories assumed people are rational and would consider all available information when making a decision, thereby overlooking a crucial element of human behavior.

In the last 30 years, a lot of work has been done on this subject suggesting that we are all emotionally driven and biased in our thinking. Occasionally, these biases interfere with our ability to make effective financial decisions.

How do you avoid these biases and avoid putting your hard-earned money at risk?

Join us as Dr. Ryan Peckham from the University of Texas discuss behavioral psychology, including the top biases that affect investors’ financial decisions. How does the behavior of investors benefit or hinder their investment decisions? With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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It's not uncommon to stare blankly at the screen of your computer at work and wonder how you got there. You might have gotten that job through an employment agency or you might have been employed by that company since your graduation. 

It's likely that you settled down because it was convenient, stable, and offered some decent benefits, no matter what the circumstances are.

Sadly, that level of comfort and security can cause us to neglect our past plans and passions. 

If you’re certain that you dream of pursuing a different career path and leave Corporate America for good, then it’s time to take a huge leap of faith and pursue your passion. Whether that be a business or a different career field altogether, trust your gut and chase your dreams.

That is what Maria Brito did, and now she’s a CEO, an award-winning New York-based contemporary art advisor, author, and curator who has been featured in Complex Magazine as one of the 20 Power Players in the Art World she was named by ARTNEWS as one of the visionaries who gets to shape the art world. 

Join us as Maria shares her experience as a lawyer and eventually leaving and pursuing her passion for art, how she overcame tough moments in building her business, and how NFTs are used for art. With hosts, wealth manager Lee Michael Murphy, career advisor Sergio Patterson, and attorney Matthew McElroy tune in to this week’s episode of The Free Retiree Show.

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