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In the world of finance, there are plenty of “rules” and opinions. Some people tell you to put every dollar to work, chasing high returns, while others preach the importance of saving. But today, we’re here to tell you why, beyond all of that, the most foundational rule is that cash is king. It’s a principle that, when followed correctly, can give you the upper hand in both good times and bad.

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Bruce and I often dive into financial topics that challenge the mainstream advice, and today is no different. On this episode of The Money Advantage Podcast, we tackled the controversial yet vital subject of why cash is king. Sure, you've probably heard people say "cash flow is king," but we're going a step further—asserting that holding cash is critical for long-term financial success. And no, we’re not just talking about saving for a rainy day; we’re talking about seizing opportunities, navigating crises, and maintaining control over your financial destiny.

Why Most People Miss the Importance of Cash

Let’s start with why this concept is so misunderstood. The mainstream narrative in personal finance typically revolves around net worth and rate of return. People assume that as long as their investments are growing, they’re financially secure. But let me ask you this: what good is a high net worth if you don’t have liquid cash to cover unexpected expenses or seize opportunities when they arise?

We’ve seen it time and time again, both in our own lives and in the financial experiences of others: you could be a millionaire on paper, but if you don’t have cash readily available, you’re not really in control. And this shift—from focusing solely on net worth to understanding the value of cash flow—is what positions you for true financial independence. When you have incoming streams of cash that exceed your expenses you hold the keys to freedom.

Yet, even that isn't enough. Today, we want to take you one step further: it’s not just cash flow that matters. Having liquid, accessible cash is essential. And here's why.

The Chess Analogy: Why Cash is King

In chess, the queen is the most versatile and powerful piece on the board. She can move in all directions and cover great distances. But it’s the king that’s the most important. If your king is taken out, the game is over—no matter how powerful your queen was.

In financial terms, your “queen” is like your cash flow. It can make bold moves and help you grow your wealth, but if you lose sight of protecting your “king”—your cash reserves—you risk being taken out of the game altogether. Having cash allows you to weather storms, seize opportunities, and maintain your position on the financial board. Without it, you could lose everything, even if your cash flow seems strong.

Why Cash is King in Today’s Economy

So, why is cash so important today, in a world where everyone is chasing returns? Let’s go back to 2009, when interest rates were at rock-bottom levels following the mortgage crisis. People were disincentivized to hold cash because it wasn’t earning them a return. Instead, many relied on cheap loans, believing they could always access capital through the bank when needed.

Fast forward to today, and we’re seeing a shift back to the traditional wisdom that cash is king. Why? Because those who hold cash are in a stronger position, especially in competitive markets like real estate. When you can make an all-cash offer, you skip the waiting period for loan approval, and you stand out as a serious buyer. More importantly, you avoid the risk of not qualifying for a loan and missing out on an opportunity entirely.

Cash vs. Cash Flow: Finding the Balance

Now, don’t get us wrong—cash flow is incredibly important. Having more income than expenses is key to financial stability. But too often, people think in extremes. They focus solely on investing and deploying every dollar, believing that holding cash is a waste.

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Have you ever been told not to put all your eggs in one basket? If you’ve been in the financial world for any amount of time, whether through your 401(k) or investing in the stock market, you’ve likely heard this advice. Investing diversification has long been hailed as a tried-and-true strategy for mitigating risk, ensuring that even if one “basket” fails, others will protect you. But what if we told you that this conventional wisdom might not be the full picture? What if true diversification isn't just about spreading risk across a single asset class, but thinking beyond the traditional scope of stocks and bonds?

We will break down the myths of investing diversification and help you understand how to take control of your financial future. Buckle up because this information can change how you think about your financial strategy.

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A Fresh Take on Investing Diversification

Investing diversification has been the cornerstone of financial advice for decades. The idea seems simple: by spreading your investments across different stocks, bonds, or funds, you're reducing your exposure to risk. However, while many people believe they’re diversified, they might actually be far more concentrated in the same types of assets than they think. Worse yet, many investors rely on diversification within the stock market only, and when the market takes a hit, their entire portfolio could be at risk.

In this blog, we explore a new way to think about investing diversification—one that goes beyond just paper investments and looks at tax positioning, cash flow, and even alternative asset classes. We’ll show you how to take control of your financial future by expanding your perspective and preparing for long-term success. By the end, you’ll not only understand the real meaning of investing diversification but also how to apply it to your financial life for greater stability and growth.

Investing Diversification Isn't What You Think: Beyond the Stock Market

Most people assume that investing diversification means spreading your money across various mutual funds, stocks, or ETFs. But what if we told you that you might still be investing in the same stocks even with several different funds?

We’ve seen this happen over and over again—investors think they’re diversified because they own different funds from different companies, but when you look closer, many of these funds hold the same underlying assets. For example, you could have mutual funds from multiple companies, yet 85–90% of the stocks within those funds overlap. That’s not diversification—it’s redundancy. And worse, when the market crashes, as it did in 2008, everything goes down at once.

Real investing diversification is about more than just spreading your investments within the stock market. It’s about diversifying across multiple asset classes. Think real estate, commodities, business ownership, and even private lending—these are asset classes that often don’t correlate with the stock market. By broadening your approach, you reduce your exposure to the volatility of any one sector.

Tax Diversification: An Overlooked Strategy

When people talk about investing diversification, they rarely mention taxes. Yet, tax diversification is one of the most important strategies for protecting one’s wealth over the long term.

Consider the fact that the U.S. federal debt has ballooned to $35.7 trillion, and the interest payments on that debt now exceed $950 billion a year—larger than even the Pentagon’s budget. As tax burdens rise to cover this debt, future taxes will likely increase.

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of wealth? For most people, it’s tangible—money in the bank, real estate, stocks, or physical assets. But let me introduce you to a critical concept that doesn’t always get enough attention: intellectual property (IP). Today, I’m diving into why it matters and how it can make or break your business. Are you protecting your intellectual property by taking the necessary steps to ensure your ideas are protected and monetized?

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Author and entrepreneur Kary Oberbrunner has made it his mission to help people protect their ideas, brands, and creative work. In our conversation, Kary shared some powerful lessons and strategies about IP that every business owner, entrepreneur, and even everyday creator needs to understand.

The Surprising Truth About Protecting Your Intellectual Property

Kary kicked off the conversation with a mind-blowing statistic. Back in 1975, only 17% of the S&P 500’s assets were intangible—things like patents, trademarks, and other IP. Fast forward to today, and a staggering 90% of the value of those same companies is now tied up in intangible assets. In fact, by 2024, they estimate this number to be as high as 96%! If that doesn’t get your attention, I don’t know what will.

In short, the world has shifted. We’re no longer in a world where physical assets dominate. Instead, your ideas, your brand, and your processes are often your most valuable business assets. And yet, many of us overlook the importance of protecting them.

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About Kary Oberbrunner

KARY OBERBRUNNER is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of 14 books. As CEO of Igniting Souls® and Instant IP™ he helps abundant-minded & coachable-competent entrepreneurs PUBLISH, PROTECT, and PROMOTE their intellectual property and turn it into 18 streams of income so they can change the world.

An award-winning novelist, screenwriter, and inventor, he’s been featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, CBS, Fox News, Yahoo, and many other major media outlets. His TEDx has been viewed over 1 million times.

As a young man, he suffered from severe stuttering, depression, and self-injury. Today a transformed man, Kary ignites souls: speaking internationally on a variety of topics and consulting the world's top entrepreneurs and brands regarding publishing, protecting, and promoting intellectual property.

He has several earned degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts, Masters in Divinity, and Doctorate in Transformational Leadership. He also serves as the Berry Chair of Entrepreneurship at Cedarville University, where he teaches on the topics of Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing.

Why You Must Protect Your Ideas

If you’re a business owner or an entrepreneur, you already know that your ideas, your innovations, and your unique ways of doing things are what set you apart. But here’s the challenge: most of us don’t think about protecting those ideas until it’s too late. That’s why this conversation with Kary Oberbrunner was so important. His focus on helping businesses recognize their intellectual property as their greatest asset—and protecting it—was eye-opening.

What if someone came along and copied your brand, your process, or your proprietary method? Without protection, you could find yourself out of business or stuck in a legal battle. But protecting your IP is not just for giant companies like Apple or Nike. It’s something we all need to think about—whether you’re running a family business, a startup,

Let me start with a story that highlights the problem with financial planning today. A colleague of mine works diligently as a financial advisor, and he schedules days to meet with employees about their 401(k)s. He’s prepared to offer invaluable advice, set up one-on-one meetings, and answer pressing questions. Yet, out of 50 employees, only four show up.

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Why? The truth is, many people don’t take ownership of their financial future. We’re bombarded with information from YouTube videos, TikTok influencers, or even well-meaning friends, but when it comes time to sit down and make decisions, we hesitate. Too many of us leave our future to chance or to others without truly understanding the options available to us. The result? Missed opportunities and financial stress.

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Shifting Your Financial Paradigm

Today I want to talk about a concept that might be unfamiliar to you—rethinking how you approach financial planning. Most people stick to the typical paths because it’s comfortable. We invest in 401(k)s, we defer taxes, and we hope everything works out when retirement rolls around.

But here’s the hard truth: the problem with financial planning lies in its limited scope. It often relies on outdated assumptions, overlooks the impact of taxes and inflation, and can leave you vulnerable to market fluctuations. What we’re offering in this blog is a new lens to view your financial journey, one that empowers you to make more informed, strategic decisions that truly align with your goals. If you want to take your financial life to the next level, you’re in the right place.

Understanding The Problem with Financial Planning

What most people call financial planning is often limited to a narrow set of strategies: employer-sponsored retirement accounts, stock market investments, and savings. These options seem like safe bets—after all, they’ve been recommended for decades. But the problem with financial planning in this typical model is that it ignores key risks, like market downturns, future tax hikes, and the hidden costs of inflation.

Typical financial planning often revolves around making predictions about things you can’t control. You’re asked to guess your future income, how long you’ll live, and what kind of returns you’ll see in the market. While this may work for some, the reality is that building a financial plan on assumptions can create a shaky foundation.

Consider this: many financial advisors lean heavily on historical data, like the belief that the stock market averages a 7% return. But those averages span over a century. Your investing timeline might only be 30 years, and within that period, the market could behave very differently. You might face prolonged periods of low or even negative returns that derail your entire plan. The problem with financial planning here is that it assumes a one-size-fits-all approach.

The Risks of Deferring Taxes

One of the biggest misconceptions in typical financial planning is the idea that deferring taxes through 401(k)s and IRAs is the best way to minimize your tax burden. The thinking goes like this: defer taxes now when you’re in a higher bracket and pay them later when you’re in a lower one.

However, this strategy ignores a critical factor—the potential for future tax increases. As we often discuss, the U.S. debt is skyrocketing, and at some point, those taxes will have to go up to pay for it. So, while you may think you’re saving by deferring taxes today, you could be setting yourself up for a larger tax bill down the road when you need the money the most. This is yet another angle of the problem with financial planning th...

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Have you ever had a moment where you suddenly realized that what truly matters isn’t all the hustle, the accomplishments, or even the legacy you’re trying so hard to build? That was Josh, standing in his driveway on a vacation in Florida, juggling his entrepreneurial dreams while feeling the weight of parenting. He was caught in that mental struggle we all face—balancing the demands of work and family, trying to get everything done while making sure He's present for the moments that really matter. Then a friend said something that stopped him in my tracks: “You’ll never have a six-month-old son again.” Those words hit him hard. It wasn’t just a reminder about the fleeting nature of time; it was a call to be present, to focus on what truly matters—his family—a call to be famous at home.

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Why Emotional Safety is the Key to Success

In today’s fast-paced world, where we’re all striving to build financial security, career success, and lasting legacies, it’s easy to forget the importance of the relationships that matter most. We often spend so much time focusing on what we can achieve that our families end up getting our leftovers. But what if I told you that the secret to true success—both at home and in business—comes from creating emotional safety in your family?

During my conversation with Josh Straub, co-author of Famous at Home, we dove deep into this idea of emotional safety as the foundation for everything else. Whether you're raising kids, building a business, or nurturing a marriage, emotional safety is the core element that allows you and your loved ones to thrive. I’m going to share key takeaways from my conversation with Josh about how you can build emotional safety, cultivate stronger relationships, and ultimately create a lasting legacy—one that goes beyond financial success.

About Josh Straub

Josh is most renowned for his role as a husband and dad. He is also a recovering human, an ongoing journey that includes therapy, coaching, a tight-knit faith community, and staying fit. Josh is a speaker, author, marriage and leadership coach, and a podcast and TV cohost.

He and his wife, Christi, lead Famous at Home, a company equipping leaders and corporations in emotional intelligence and healthy family systems. Josh is also a Fellow of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling.

Josh most enjoys coaching leaders to be famous at home so they can thrive on their stage. He also speaks regularly for Joint Special Operations Command and serves military families across the country.

Josh is author/ coauthor of six books including Safe House: How Emotional Safety is the Key to Raising Kids Who Live, Love, and Lead Well. He and his wife, Christi, host the Famous at Home podcast and co-wrote a recent children’s book, to help parents foster emotional awareness in kids, called What Am I Feeling?

Emotional Safety: The Foundation of Lasting Relationships

Josh and his wife Christy started their journey by asking a simple but profound question: What matters most when we look back on our lives? After facing their own challenges early in parenting—including colic, acid reflux, and the stress of family illnesses—they realized that despite all the advice from parenting experts, the one thing that truly mattered was creating emotional safety in the home.

Emotional safety isn’t just about keeping the peace; it’s about making sure that your family feels heard, seen, and loved. It’s the hub of the wheel, the center from which everything else—discipline, communication,

Many people aspire to build wealth that outlasts their lifetime, but the path to creating true generational wealth is often misunderstood. It's not just about leaving behind a pile of money for your children to inherit. It's about setting up a system that enables your family to continue growing that wealth, generation after generation, while passing down the knowledge and tools to manage it wisely. And I'm here to tell you, this is entirely possible for you, starting right now. I'm Rachel Marshall, and today, we're talking about one of the most powerful concepts in financial success: generational wealth. What does it really mean, and more importantly, how can you create it? What are the top generational wealth building strategies?

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In this blog, I'll share insights from my years of financial coaching and what we've learned from studying legendary families like the Rockefellers and Rothschilds—families who didn't just achieve wealth but sustained it across generations. If you're ready to shift your mindset and start thinking long-term, you're in the right place.

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What Generational Wealth Building Is—and What It Isn't

Let's start by clearing up some misconceptions. When most people think of generational wealth building, they imagine building up a massive retirement fund or an extensive investment portfolio they can pass on to their kids. Maybe you've heard it described as "having so much money you can't spend it all, so there's some left over for the next generation."

But here's the truth: Generational wealth is not just about accumulation. It's about creation, stewardship, and growth.

Yes, having assets like real estate or a successful business is part of it. But generational wealth building goes far beyond the numbers in your bank account. It's about creating a legacy, not just of financial capital but of values, financial literacy, and an entrepreneurial spirit that gets passed down from one generation to the next. Think of it as a relay race. You're not just handing over a baton of wealth; you're giving them the roadmap and mindset to keep building and growing it long after you're gone.

The Traditional Paradigm Is Failing Us

Most people are taught to work hard, save for retirement, and hope they have enough to live comfortably when they're no longer earning a paycheck. But this way of thinking is flawed when it comes to creating lasting wealth. The typical retirement model focuses on accumulation—how big of a pile of cash can you build before you retire? Then, you live off that pile, hoping it lasts.

The problem with this model is that it often leads to "just enough" thinking. You're planning for your needs, and maybe, just maybe, there will be something left over for the next generation. But what if I told you that's not enough? What if the goal wasn't just to accumulate but to build something that multiplies and grows across generations?

To do that, you need a shift in mindset. You need to start thinking like the Rockefellers.

Lessons from Legendary Families: The Rockefeller Approach

Let's look at the Rockefellers for a moment. They didn't just hand over a pile of cash to the next generation and hope for the best. They built systems—through trusts, real estate, businesses, family banking, and financial education—that allowed each generation to continue growing the family's wealth. They saw themselves not just as beneficiaries of wealth but as stewards of wealth, with the responsibility to grow and protect it for future generations.

One key difference?

Securing generational wealth has never been more critical in today's rapidly evolving financial landscape. It’s not just about safeguarding our financial future; it's about leaving behind a legacy that can provide security and opportunity for generations to come. In this episode, we dive into the Family Banking Formula concept on The Money Advantage podcast. The insights are empowering and transformative, and I’m excited to share them with you.

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We will guide you through the key strategies discussed in the podcast, from the concept of the family banking formula to the strategic use of whole life insurance. My goal is to equip you with the knowledge and motivation to take control of your financial future, ensuring that you not only secure wealth for yourself but also create a lasting legacy for your family.

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The Power of the Family Banking Formula: Building a Financial Legacy

The core idea behind the family banking formula is to take control of the banking function in your life instead of relying on traditional banks. We use specially designed whole life insurance policies to manage our family bank. At the heart of how we have personally implemented this concept is the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC), which is a strategy that allows individuals to become their own bankers.

One of the key benefits of family banking is the ability to pool resources within the family. Imagine a system where you and your family members can borrow money from the family bank to fund various endeavors, whether it’s starting a business, paying for education, or purchasing a home. By doing this, you keep the wealth within the family, allowing it to grow through uninterrupted compound interest. This approach not only benefits you and your immediate family but also sets up future generations for financial success.

 Successful family banking isn't just about having the right financial structures in place—it's about adopting the right mindset, teaching future generations financial literacy, and providing accountability and mentorship, which are crucial for making the most of family banking.

Family banking offers unparalleled access to liquidity, better returns, and reduced taxes. But more importantly, it fosters a mindset that views the family as a cohesive financial unit and promotes long-term financial independence.

Imagine your family as a corporation, where each member plays a crucial role in building and maintaining financial health. By pooling resources and making strategic decisions together, your family can achieve financial goals that might seem out of reach if tackled individually. This approach strengthens family ties and lays the groundwork for a legacy of wealth, value creation, and financial literacy that can be passed down through generations.

This fits well with the definition of legacy in my book Seven Generations Legacy: Design a Multigenerational Legacy of More Than Money. The definition is: “The character, values, and financial means to live life on your terms that are modeled, taught, stewarded, and given from one generation to the next.” To take it one step further, a perpetual legacy is family wealth and flourishing that grows with each successive generation.

Generational Wealth Through Whole Life Insurance: A Strategic Asset

One of the podcast's most impactful revelations is the strategic use of whole life insurance to build and preserve generational wealth. Unlike term life insurance,

Is the age of short-term rentals over? If you ask Marilynn Taylor, who coaches investors on successful short-term rental investments, the answer is a resounding no. All it takes is a true understanding of the market and the customer who is seeking a short-term rental.

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In this insightful conversation with Marilynn, we learn how her investing paths all led back to short-term rentals over and over, thanks to her unique ability for interior design and hospitality. She was in the game long before the rise of Airbnb, and she has stayed successful in the marketplace because she knows what the upstarts in the market forgot---quality matters.

Marilynn walks us through the ups and downs of short-term rentals, what it takes to be successful, and how to get involved in the space in a way that works for your life's vision.

For an inside look at the world of short-term rentals, tune in now!

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[05:45] “For some people, the world of finances, real estate investing, and all of that is because they just want to get rich. But if we really back that down for a minute and ask ourselves why we want that, I think that the answer, for the majority of people, is they want security. They want to live a nice life. They want to not feel stressed about going out and buying groceries or giving their kids a ballet lesson.”

Marilynn was heavily motivated by her external circumstances, and she knew that she wanted to break the cycle of financial troubles and challenge her family’s mindset that being rich meant you were greedy. While Marilynn began her career as a professional dancer and later a makeup artist, her path eventually led her into real estate investing, which eventually evolved into interior design. One of her early properties was in Cape Cod, and the thing to do was turn it into a short-term rental. After doing some research, she furnished and decorated that property, as well as a second one, and discovered she had a knack for interior design.

Her path also led her to being featured on HGTV, and at one point Marilynn believed she would be a house flipper. The lifestyle, however, didn’t suit her, and so she returned to the short-term rental space. Now, many years later, Marilynn coaches other investors on the short-term rental game.

Airbnb and the Rise of Short-Term Rentals

Marilynn got into short-term rentals before Airbnb was on the scene, and that company certainly transformed the market in many ways. Marilynn even resisted Airbnb for a long time because it took the personal touch out of short-term rentals. All communication happens online or in-app, and it creates barriers between you and your host.

[12:53] “Now, what I think a lot of people see when they see social media content about short-term rentals—especially since Covid—it was a gold rush during that time. And so many people rushed into short-term rental as a get-rich-quick scheme. It was just a cash cow, and it didn’t matter where they bought, where they invested, how they invested, what they even put out into the market—they were just going to bring money in. And for a year and a half or two, that was true. But the harsh reality of the actual industry has slapped a whole lot of investors in the face at this point.”

The reality? You have to put quality out there, and you have to provide value. Now that the market is saturated, it’s not enough to have just any old room with a bed. People care about their location, the amenities, and more. The market is saturated with places that are filled with cheap accommodations and little to no care, and people are waking up to that. That’s not what they want anymore. 

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What happens when you balance rigorous research with actionable steps in financial education? Drawing inspiration from Nelson Nash’s teachings and Becca Wilhite's book "Beaver Bankers," we explore how building your own financial dam can help you navigate the overwhelming flood of social media content. We’ll highlight the importance of wisdom over information and how to create a solid understanding of the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC).

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Discover Becca Wilhite's introduction to whole life insurance in 2020, which challenged her previous beliefs shaped by Dave Ramsey and led her to embrace the principles of the Nelson Nash Institute. This pivotal moment not only transformed her financial strategy but also inspired her to write a children's book, Beaver Bankers, that cleverly uses the analogy of beavers building dams to teach financial stability and security.

We also tackle the hotly debated topic of Dave Ramsey’s financial advice versus the Infinite Banking Concept. While Ramsey’s methods have undoubtedly helped many escape debt, our discussion highlights the limitations of his narrow focus on mutual funds. Becca’s dedication to mastering and teaching IBC emphasizes the importance of mentorship in making complex financial concepts accessible. 

We wrap up with a fascinating look at how life insurance can be strategically used for generational wealth. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode that promises to reshape your perspective on financial strategies.

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Dave Ramsey and IBC

Depending on who you ask in the IBC community, Dave Ramsey is a hot topic. After all, he’s staunchly against whole life insurance and IBC strategies. However, our take is a little less extreme. He can’t be a total scam, or else he wouldn’t still be doing what he’s doing. What Dave is good at is helping people get out of debt and build the discipline necessary to be good candidates for IBC. He’s just not a great wealth builder. But when you realize that, you realize he’s not a bad guy. 

Becca’s views were shaped early on by Dave Ramsey until she realized that there was a lot of merit to the Infinite Banking space. To get there, it required an open mind. 

[14:21] “If you would be curious enough to maybe spend a few hours reading a book, I think you might discover—if we could all have a little bit of humility—hey, I might not be right. And these things that I’ve thought and been taught my whole life, there may be a better way.”

Don’t be afraid to learn new things, adopt a beginner’s mindset, and stretch the boundaries of what you know. Knowledge cannot harm you, it can only make you a deeper and more critical thinker. This is how Becca grew in her understanding, and what led her to becoming an IBC Practitioner in her own right.

Beaver Bankers Book Reveals the Secrets of IBC

Some people are good verbal communicators, others are good written communicators. Becca happens to be great at communicating concepts and ideas with the written word, as evidenced by her children’s book. This endeavor was not something Becca predicted for herself, and yet one day she found herself wondering if there were ways that nature could tell the story and principles of IBC. 

It was this line of thought, and her faith, that led her to researching beavers. It was just a little inkling in the back of her mind that she knew was divinely planted, so she followed through. At the beginning of her research, all she really knew was that beavers built dams. Interestingly, the reason that they build the dams is to create a more favorable environment for themselves. Beavers aren’t that great on land, and they can’t really thrive in rushing water, so they build dams. The dam turns fast-flowing water into a pond that’s ideal to live in. It provides protection, security, food, shelter,

What sets apart the people who are wealthy and successful from those who struggle with money their whole lives?  What are the Key Habits of Rich People?

It’s not luck.  

Some people were familiar with wealthy habits, and some learned them.

Today, we’re talking about the fundamental habits and disciplines of an ordered life.

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What if the key to your financial and relational success lay not in luck but in your daily habits? Join us as we challenge the notion that success is merely a result of favorable circumstances. We uncover the transformative power of self-discipline, self-awareness, and deliberate choices. Through insights from "Atomic Habits," we delve into how significant, transformative habits can set the foundation for broader success and why surrounding yourself with success-oriented individuals can be the game-changer you need.

In a touching conversation with my 13-year-old daughter, we debunk the myth that self-improvement means inadequacy. Bruce shares his wisdom on the ongoing nature of growth and learning, stressing the importance of new experiences. Drawing from Rabbi Daniel Lapin's holistic approach, we discuss how progress in finances, faith, fitness, friendships, and family are intricately linked, contributing to a balanced and successful life. This holistic model underscores that improvement in one area can create positive ripples across all facets of your life.

Discover why an abundance mindset is crucial for growth and wealth in our discussion on intentional living. We'll share how gratitude and viewing tasks as privileges can shift your career and personal growth trajectories. Learn from the financial habits of rich people, such as cash flow awareness and strategic investments, and see why building a self-sustaining business through teamwork is essential for long-term success. With practical steps for setting a long-term vision and focusing on significant goals, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you achieve true financial independence and personal fulfillment.

So if you want to discover the thinking, action, and strategies that separate the top 1%, tune in now!

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Take Responsibility and Work on Yourself

For better or for worse, you are responsible for the outcomes of your life. Taking responsibility of that is the first step toward a “wealth” mindset. So what does it mean to take responsibility? That can look like making different choices, forming new habits, doing research and due diligence, and so much more. 

I think, often, people conceptualize taking responsibility in a negative context. Many people view it as owning up to your actions when taking responsibility can also be a positive thing. It’s about taking ownership of everything you do so that you’re living life consciously and intentionally. When you’re responsible with your actions, you’re informed and empowered, which yields excellent results. 

If you want to go the way of the wealthy, everything starts with responsibility. Assume responsibility for how you think and what you do, and you’ll start seeing positive results.

[06:00] “Taking responsibility means recognizing that you can’t blame others, you can’t have excuses. It’s taking ownership of your life.”

Habits of Rich People

So what is it that sets the wealthy apart from your average person? It's the habits that they've collected over time that help them live life more abundantly. These habits of rich people are all small pieces that contribute to a larger picture of hard work, innovation, a desire to create value, and strong principles.

[08:46] “It’s not that you need to change to become valuable; it’s that when you recognize your worth and your value,