Summary

In this episode of the Wealth Acceleration Podcast, Wade Reed discusses the transformative power of gratitude in our financial lives. He emphasizes how gratitude can shift our mindset from scarcity to abundance, strengthen relationships, and create momentum even in difficult times. Wade also shares personal anecdotes and insights from his upcoming book, which aims to provide clarity and confidence in financial management.

He also shares an exciting announcement about the launch of his new book "True Wealth: Replacing Financial Fear and Worry with Confidence and Capability" to be released on 12/12/25

Takeaways

Gratitude is a powerful mindset shift from scarcity to abundance.

Practicing gratitude can interrupt negative financial narratives.

What you appreciate grows; focus on the positives in life.

Gratitude is a discipline that can lead to happiness and contentment.

Relationships are a key aspect of wealth and financial confidence.

Gratitude can create momentum during challenging times.

True wealth is about how we manage our resources and relationships.

Financial freedom involves wanting what you have and having what you want.

Difficult experiences can lead to greater growth and understanding.

Wade's upcoming book aims to clarify financial management and dispel confusion.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Gratitude

02:43 Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance

05:40 Gratitude as a Discipline

08:14 Strengthening Relationships through Gratitude

11:09 Creating Momentum in Difficult Times

14:15 Book Announcement

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Before achieving a life of abundance, you have to get through a long list of challenges and struggles first. It will not be easy, but getting to the other side is certainly fulfilling. Joining me to share his journey from scarcity to abundance is speaker, author, and entrepreneur David Meltzer. He looks back on becoming a billionaire at 25, losing almost everything, and striving to rebuild his life with a new and positive mindset. Reflecting on his experiences, he shares his mathematical equation of abundance, how to love what you do not like about the things you love, and his mission of empowering people by helping them achieve financial success.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Getting up from a life of scarcity and achieving a life of abundance may be extremely challenging, but it is never impossible.
• Get where you want to be a lot faster by asking for guidance from someone who is already there.
• Learn to love the things you do not like about the things you genuinely love.
• The more you give, the more you will be given – and most people do not realize how much they are giving away.
• Money may not be able to buy happiness, but it allows you to buy the right things that will bring you happiness. 
• Use your extremely limited time every single day to do things that will make it your best day ever.

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In this episode of the Wealth Acceleration Podcast, I share a deeply personal journey through the ups and downs of my career in personal finance. I open up about my struggles with motivation, the importance of consistency, and the emotional battles I've faced, including depression. I reflect on the significance of my work and question whether my efforts truly matter.

Through candid storytelling, I invite you to explore your own purpose and the value of your work, while offering insights into overcoming challenges and finding fulfillment.

Join me for an inspiring conversation that encourages introspection and growth.

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I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Ace Allak—a powerhouse entrepreneur whose story is as inspiring as it is real. From nearly losing everything during the Great Recession to building a thriving empire that spans real estate, development, and mortgage, Ace proves that success isn’t about avoiding failure—it’s about learning from it. We dive into his journey from humble beginnings as the son of immigrants to leading Christie's International Real Estate in Utah, creating the MH Allak Foundation, and embracing the philosophy of “winning or learning.” Ace also shares game-changing insights like the “genius of and” mindset, why writing down goals rewires your brain, and how to create abundance without sacrificing what matters most.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Failure is not being wrong or bad; it is either winning or learning.
• Success in business involves managing emotion.
• Recognize opportunities and be willing to pursue them to solve problems.
• The concept of "luxury" can be defined as providing a premium, ethical experience.
• People deserve a great experience, regardless of how much they spend.
• Embrace the "Genius of And" to achieve multiple goals simultaneously, rather than the "tyranny of or."
• Writing down goals makes you 88% more likely to accomplish them by programming your subconscious mind.
• Science and spiritual concepts can be harmonious and work together to achieve goals.

KEY TOPICS:

00:00 Ace Allak: A Story Of Serendipity And Success 

03:51 The Backstory: From Humble Beginnings To Success 

11:07 The Great Recession: Navigating Business Challenges 

15:29 The Birth Of Christie's: Filling A Market Need 

24:12 The Genius Of "And" And The Tyranny Of “Or” 

29:01 The Power Of Writing It Down: Achieving Your Goals 

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Busting scarcity mindset has been one of the most transformative shifts I’ve experienced in my own financial life—and in this conversation with Kim Butler, I finally got to unpack why. Kim is the founder of Partners for Prosperity and the author of the “Busting” book series, and what she shares here will challenge everything you think you know about financial planning. We talk about why long-term assumptions often do more harm than good, the power of short-term strategy, and how praise—not pleading—is the key to shifting your energy and creating a life of true prosperity.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Why long-term financial plans can create false confidence
• The practical alternative to traditional retirement planning
• How mindset—especially scarcity thinking—shapes financial decisions
• Tactical ways to shift your mental state toward prosperity
• Why praising instead of pleading unlocks better financial outcomes
• How to recognize and reset your physical posture to improve mindset
• The value of short-term strategy over long-term predictions
• How Kim uses books and calculators to make truth about money accessible
• Why small mindset changes can have massive financial ripple effects
• Tools to help young adults get a head start on financial literacy

KEY TOPICS:

01:30 From Dairy Farmer To Financial Expert: Kim Butler's Origin Story 

04:40 The Value Of Work And Finding Purpose

07:11 The Moral Crisis Of Traditional Financial Planning

12:31 Shifting To A Practical 3-5 Year Financial Strategy 

16:03 Kim Butler's Bestselling Books: A Library Of Financial Wisdom

25:57 Busting Scarcity: The Power Of A Prosperous Mindset 

30:43 Practical Tactics To Shift Your Mindset And Elevate Your Finances 

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As we celebrate Independence Day, it’s time to reflect on what freedom really means—not just in life, but in our finances. In this episode, Wade Reed explores the powerful connection between freedom and responsibility, and how chasing one without the other leads to chaos—especially with money.

You’ll hear:

• Why true financial freedom demands stewardship and boundaries
• The "two ends of the stick" analogy that changes how you view your choices
• Lessons from Viktor Frankl on meaning and freedom
• How lane lines on the highway are the perfect metaphor for financial structure
• A simple but powerful system to take control of your cash flow and regain peace of mind

If you’ve ever thought financial freedom meant doing whatever you want—whenever you want—this episode will challenge you in the best way possible.

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Are you an anti-preneur? It's time to redefine your definition of wealth and career success! I'm joined by Dr. Matt Markel, a seasoned senior leader and C-suite executive who’s worked with several eight and nine-figure businesses, as we challenge the conventional wisdom that ties financial freedom solely to entrepreneurship. We dive deep into practical strategies for building wealth within your existing career, emphasizing financial literacy, strategic asset building, and the importance of self-development to truly live your dream. Discover how to identify and cultivate marketable skills, differentiate between a job and a career, and consistently add value to your professional life to unlock higher income and greater opportunities. This episode will equip you with a powerful mindset and actionable steps to transform your financial future without having to start your own business.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Define what success means to you.
• Recognize that you can become wealthy in your career without having to quit and start your own business.
• Financial literacy and wealth creation are teachable skills.
• Your ability to earn an income is your greatest asset.
• Focus on managing the money you have, not just the dollar amount coming in.
• Continuously learn and acquire new marketable skills to add value to organizations.
• Differentiate between your job (current employment) and your career (transferable skills and value).
• Aim to keep a good percentage of your income (ideally 15-20%) as your income increases to avoid lifestyle creep.

KEY TOPICS:

04:50 Rekindling Your Inner Spark: Overcoming Limitations

09:25 The Anti-preneur Mindset: A New Path To Wealth

15:41What Does "Anti" Really Mean? 

18:01 True Wealth: Financial Literacy On Any Income

22:36 Unlocking Wealth Creation: Teach Yourself Financial Freedom

30:09 Your Greatest Asset: Maximizing Your Earning Potential

39:16 Cultivating Your Best Life: Essential Principles For Success

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Let’s cut to the chase: achieving business exit without exiting isn't some far-off fantasy, it's a strategic reality. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Jason Duncan, the mind behind Exit Without Exiting and founder of The Exiter Club, to unpack his groundbreaking XOS (Exiter Operating System). Jason, who successfully transitioned from daily operator to owner-investor, shares the crucial mindset shifts, practical delegation tactics, and robust systems that empower you to free yourself from the daily grind while building a lucrative, hands-off business. We delve deep into why being the "hero" of your business can actually be a detriment and how to cultivate a team that can truly run things independently. Get ready to rethink your business structure and learn how to create a passive profit engine that allows you to reclaim your time and maximize value without ever putting your company on the market.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• It’s possible to achieve business exit without selling, becoming an “owner-investor” who profits without daily operations.
• You can't be the hero of your business; its survival should not depend solely on you.
• The first step to exiting without exiting is a mindset shift, not just tactical changes.
• Most entrepreneurs are bad at delegation, often confusing it with dictation, confiscation, or abdication.
• Effective delegation involves answering three critical questions: Why, How, and When.
• Systems and automation come after getting the right people in place (the support squad and A-team).
• The ultimate goal could be a full exit by selling for maximum value, but staying as an owner-investor is a valid option.

KEY TOPICS:

01:51 The Exit Without Exiting Strategy

03:36 Breaking The Hero Syndrome: A Business That Runs Without You

09:53 Mastering The Art Of Delegation

17:05 Building A Passive Profit Engine

23:01 Take Action Now! The 30-Day Delegation Challenge

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In a world where success is too often measured by profit alone, redefining ROI as return on impact might just be the shift we all need. In this episode, I sit down with Dan Vega—serial entrepreneur, Forbes-featured investor, and founder of Blu University—to explore how building wealth and changing lives can go hand in hand. Dan shares his journey from a math-prodigy teen mentored by Silicon Valley giants to leading over 100 companies and creating legacy-level impact. We unpack what separates six-figure earners from nine-figure visionaries, why storytelling outperforms strategy, and how to align your business with purpose at scale. Whether you're scaling up or just starting out, this is your blueprint for leveraging entrepreneurship to transform not just your bottom line—but the world.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Early mentorship can significantly impact a person's success, especially if traditional education isn't a good fit.
• Unique abilities or conditions can open doors to opportunities that may not be available through conventional means.
• "Return on impact" is a crucial consideration for long-term fulfillment and success, beyond just financial gain.
• Consistently giving more value than what is received can lead to stronger relationships and greater overall success.
• Separating the ultimate vision from the current strategy allows for flexibility and adaptation in achieving goals.
• Multiple iterations of a strategy are usually necessary to achieve success, as initial attempts rarely work perfectly.
• Transitioning from selling expertise to selling a compelling vision through storytelling can lead to greater impact and influence.
• A simple lifestyle can be a foundation for happiness and free up resources to invest in impactful projects.
• Online education can provide valuable business leadership and entrepreneurship skills to a wide range of individuals.
• Strategic work over long hours can be more efficient and lead to better results.

KEY TOPICS:

00:33 Dan Vega's Unique Origin Story: Synesthesia, Silicon Valley & Billionaire Mentors

04:12 Beyond Advisory: Building a Multi-Faceted Business Empire

07:59 ROI Reimagined: The Power Of Return On Impact Over Profit Alone

12:57 The Capitalist Minimalist: Doing Good While Doing Well In Business

20:04 Blu University: Shaping Future Business Leaders Online 

24:20 Shattering The 80-Hour Grind Myth: Strategic Thinking Over Sheer Manpower

32:16 Vision Vs. Strategy: The Iterative Path To Explosive Business Growth

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What does it take to unlock and enjoy your ultimate life? For author, coach, and speaker Kellan Fluckiger, it is all about understanding your purpose and actively choosing to live according to it. In this enlightening conversation, we discuss how to take control of your reality and write your very own story according to your chosen terms. We delve into the importance of making the conscious choice of creating positive habits, recognizing messages from your intuition, and spending more time on loving yourself. Kellan also shares all about his Daily Creation Process (DCP) and how it elevates his morning routine in a deeply spiritual and emotional way. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Starting early builds deep industry expertise.
• Both success and failure are valuable teachers.
• Mentorship accelerates growth and clarity.
• Impact matters more than ego or titles.
• Spiritual and mental strength drive resilience.
• Health fuels performance and longevity.
• Financial setbacks build grit and perspective.
• Legacy-driven work creates lasting impact.

KEY TOPICS:

0:53 Introducing Author, Speaker, And Coach Kellan Fluckiger

05:07 Triple Helix Of An Ultimate Life

09:05 Mastering Notice And Choose Mindset

11:35 Getting Rid Of A Life Of Addiction

17:27 Determine Where Your Hours Are Going

20:54 Starting A Daily Creation Process

30:56 Why You Should Love Yourself Enough

34:25 Get In Touch With Kellan

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