In this episode of The Picture of Wealth Podcast, we dive into the world of creativity, entrepreneurship, and mentorship with the dynamic Julie deBoer—founder, President, and Chief Artist in Residence of Mastrius. Julie shares her incredible journey from self-taught artist to internationally collected painter and now, a founder of a global mentorship platform for artists.

Julie reveals how the idea for Mastrius was born after experiencing the transformational power of mentorship herself—and why she believes the starving artist is a myth. From humble beginnings to now impacting artists in 46 countries, Mastrius is democratizing access to master-level guidance for creatives everywhere.

We cover:

• The lightbulb moment behind Mastrius and how COVID accelerated its launch.
• Why mentorship is crucial to unlocking creative success—and how it changed Julie’s life.
• The business of art: how artists can realistically make six figures.
• The importance of building community and collaboration for sustainable creative careers.
• Why women in their second careers are fueling a new creative economy.
• Behind-the-scenes of winning the Okanagan Angel Summit.
• Insights on scaling a purpose-driven, global business for artists.

Julie’s story is a must-listen for anyone who wants to blend creative passion with real-world success—or simply be inspired by someone living out their purpose.

Connect with Julie and Mastrius:

🌐 www.mastrius.com

📱 Instagram & Facebook: @mastriusofficial

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The engines may be screaming on the streets of Monaco, but this episode shifts the lens—from the paddock to the people in the stands. Dustin Serviss trades the roar of the race for reflections on parenting pressure, lifestyle obsession, and the quiet war between overachievement and meaning. From Instagram-worthy yachts to the bleachers where real questions echo—“Do we give our kids everything we didn’t have, or teach them how to build it?”—this is where legacy, love, and pace come to a head. Grab your seat. You’re not just watching the race. You’re in it.

In this episode, host Dustin Service sits down with Eric Little, CEO and co-founder of Edison Motors, the Canadian startup building diesel-electric hybrid trucks—and disrupting an industry along the way. From an off-grid idea in Merritt, BC, to a 300-acre headquarters in Donald, BC, Edison Motors is changing how we think about heavy-duty transportation.

Eric shares how trucks can work like trains, capturing energy downhill and cutting diesel consumption dramatically. He also opens up about Edison’s unique growth strategy—raising millions through crowdfunding and empowering thousands of everyday investors to own a piece of the company’s mission.

Topics Covered:

• The real story behind Edison Motors and why they stopped waiting for the Tesla Semi
• How regenerative energy and hybrid powertrains could reshape trucking
• The unexpected power of crowdfunding—and why Eric believes it’s the future of Canadian entrepreneurship
• Transparent growth: the pros and cons of building in public with thousands of small investors
• Why Canada’s manufacturing sector needs more hardware startups, not just software
• Inside Edison’s next chapter: building a 30,000 sq. ft. truck plant and expanding to 500 trucks a year

This episode is your front-row seat to a real-world case study in hardware entrepreneurship, community-powered investing, and industry disruption. Whether you’re curious about transportation tech, startup funding alternatives, or investing in innovation, this conversation will shift your perspective.

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Step into the cockpit for a high-octane broadcast straight from the streets of Monaco—where business, burnout, and legacy collide at 200 mph. In this race-day style episode, Dustin Serviss channels the chaos of Formula 1 to explore three drivers of modern life: Cautious Carl, Loose Larry, and Mastery Max. It’s part commentary, part mirror—challenging you to examine your own momentum, lane changes, and pit stops. If you've ever wondered whether you're gunning for greatness or stuck in the paddock of hesitation, this is your green light.

In this episode, host Dustin Service sits down with David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, whose family pioneered psychometric tools that have transformed how we understand human potential. David shares how Kolbe A™ Index helps business owners, teams, and even families identify the conative part of the mind—how you instinctively take action—and leverage it to build stronger, more productive relationships.

They explore why knowing your “instinctive strengths” matters far beyond hiring and HR, and how understanding the four Action Modes can eliminate friction, prevent burnout, and improve collaboration.

• The Three Parts of the Mind: Cognitive (thinking), Affective (feeling), and Conative (doing)—and why most people overlook the last one
• How Kolbe helps hire the right people for the right role (and what happens when you ignore your instincts)
• Quick Start, Follow Through, Fact Finder, and Implementor—the four Action Modes that shape every project and relationship
• Why business partners often disagree on hiring and how to get aligned before you make the offer
• Using Kolbe in your marriage and parenting to create more empathy and reduce conflict
• How AI and robotics may eventually impact hands-on implementer roles
• David’s personal lessons on conative strengths, company culture, and leading with curiosity

LinkedIn: David Kolbe

Book: Do More, More Naturally

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What happens when the business you built for freedom becomes the prison you live in? In this cinematic episode, Dustin Serviss channels the tone of Morgan Freeman to speak directly to the entrepreneur who's stuck—physically free, but mentally confined. This is a call to those who've forgotten why they started. It's time to walk out of the prison you built… and into the life you were meant to lead.

In this thought-provoking episode of TPOW Labs, host Dustin explores the hidden costs of curiosity—and the far steeper price of stagnation. He challenges listeners to reflect on how easily comfort can morph into complacency as we age.

Dustin likens personal spending to a dam, with controlled outflows and sudden “waste gates” where money rushes out, often justified by convenience or unchecked impulses. He introduces the idea of a thought attack—when your brain becomes fixated on a new idea or purchase, rationalizing it to the point where alternatives disappear.

Drawing on insights from Ray Dalio’s New World Order, Dustin connects personal habits to broader societal patterns: the cultures that thrive are those that keep learning, innovating, and evolving. He warns that the same is true for individuals—those who stop seeking new experiences often end up stagnant, lonely, and unfulfilled.

The episode ends with a call to action: audit your spending, question your routines, and ask yourself whether you’re investing in growth or merely coasting. Because while curiosity might cost money, stagnation costs you your life.

In this transformative episode of The Picture of Wealth, Dustin Serviss delivers a heartfelt message to parents, dreamers, and builders striving to balance ambition with family life. Inspired by Tim Ferriss's The 4-Hour Workweek, Dustin reimagines the concept of freedom—not as an escape from responsibilities but as an invitation to integrate deep learning, travel, and personal growth with the joys of family.

This episode is a poetic compass for those who believe that success and family life are not mutually exclusive but can harmoniously coexist. It's for the high-performers who understand that true wealth encompasses both professional achievements and cherished moments with loved ones.

Key Themes:

Embracing the 4-Hour Workweek mindset within a family context

Redefining work and productivity to include family engagement

Integrating deep learning and personal growth with parenting

Designing a life that values both ambition and presence

Building a legacy that inspires future generations

Whether you're a parent seeking balance, a professional yearning for meaningful success, or someone ready to redefine what freedom looks like, this episode offers a powerful perspective on crafting a life rich in both purpose and love.

Step into the Saloon of Sanity—a smoke-filled, time-bent old-west bar where voices from the past (Fran Lebowitz, Cormac McCarthy, Mark Twain, and Jordan B. Peterson) gather for one last honest conversation about truth, politics, climate hysteria, and the soul of a free-thinking human. Narrated in Dustin Serviss’ voice with rich storytelling and wit.

In this heartfelt episode, Dustin explores the quiet, powerful journey many adults face as their parents age—rebuilding connection, healing old patterns, and creating an entirely new relationship in their second act of life. If you’re a driven entrepreneur, parent, or high-performer who’s spent decades building independence, this episode invites you to revisit something even more meaningful: the bond with those who raised you. With poetic insight and real-life reflection, Dustin shares how reconnecting with parents in their 70s can become a powerful, legacy-defining chapter—for both sides.

Whether you’ve drifted apart, stayed close, or never knew what could be possible—this conversation is your invitation to build… the second bridge.