Uncommon Wealth Podcast

In this episode of the Uncommon Wealth Podcast, we'll tackle the complex and often personal relationship people have with money. We discuss the influences that shape our financial perspectives, the role of luck in investing, and the potentially unquenchable human desire for more wealth.

In the end, true wealth comes from an uncommon mindset — finding joy in one’s day-to-day life, not just in the pursuit of financial milestones. The conversation is an invitation to redefine wealth and discover what it truly means to be prosperous.

Wiebe Goodyk, owner of Pella Building Systems, shares his uncommon path to success in the storage unit industry. After college, Wiebe joined his father's business and quickly developed a passion for storage units. Following his father's passing, Wiebe took over the company and focused on expanding and evolving the business. 

With a team of dedicated employees, Pella Building Systems has grown and thrived, offering storage solutions to a variety of customers. Weeb's dedication to building relationships and providing excellent service has propelled the company forward.

In this bonus discussion, we react to our episode 187 interview with Mike Bartos, owner of Power Center Weights. 

In this week's simple step, we're challenging you to figure out what you're thankful for, write it down, and take some action on it. 

Let us know if anything surprised you about your list! 

Mike Bartos, owner of Power Center, shares his uncommon journey in the strength training industry. From starting as a gym owner to creating and selling his own equipment, Mike has faced challenges and taken risks to build his business. He emphasizes the importance of passion, perseverance, and gratitude in achieving success. 

With a loyal customer base and a focus on providing high-quality products, Mike looks forward to expanding his product line and continuing to make a difference in the strength training community.

2023 was a year of challenges and growth. In this episode, we  look back at some of our significant changes, including the transition from using money managers to managing our clients' money ourselves, and the benefits of this approach. We also talk about the importance of being adaptable and constantly learning in the financial industry. 

Plus, the value of taking the emotion out of investing and following a strategic, long-term approach and the impact of the TD Ameritrade and Charles Schwab merger on our clients. 

Lots to digest and use to make 2024 even better, we hope you enjoy the discussion. What lessons are you taking with you into this new year?

Scott Krava, the founder of Dreaming Big, joins the Uncommon Wealth podcast to share his journey of starting and growing his apparel brand. He discusses how he came up with the idea for Dreaming Big and the process of designing his merchandise. Scott emphasizes the importance of taking action and learning from failures along the way. He also talks about the significance of his brand's mascot, the duck, and how it represents his own journey of realizing his dreams. Scott's vision for Dreaming Big is to make it known worldwide and inspire people to pursue their passions.

In this bonus discussion, we react to our episode 183 interview with Brandon McNace, founder of Exodus 5:1. 

In this simple step episode, we discuss the importance of being the tortoise rather than the hare when it comes to achieving success. There's  value of slow and steady progress and you'll be head to find joy in the process and focus on consistent effort rather than seeking quick wins.

Brandon McNace is a former finance professional who left his dream job to pursue a calling to free slaves in Pakistan. He is the founder of Exodus 5:1, an organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating victims of modern-day slavery.

Brandon shares his journey from a successful career in finance to becoming a modern-day abolitionist. He recounts the pivotal moments and encounters that led him to leave his job and start working to free slaves in Pakistan. Brandon explains the process of buying slaves out of bondage and the challenges they face in reintegrating into society. He also discusses the impact of his work and the importance of raising awareness about modern-day slavery. Brandon reveals his vision for the future, including plans for a new campus and the goal of setting free millions of slaves worldwide.