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Beyond the Briefcase

Beyond the Briefcase

By: Matthew Goodwin Esq.
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Welcome to Beyond the Briefcase (formerly known as Goodwin Law Unplugged). Your host, attorney Matthew Goodwin, features his personal insights and features guests discussing a variety of topics on life, law and the community at large.

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  • #005 - Vince Virga
    Jun 17 2025

    🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Vince Virga, financial advisor, author, and founder of PFS Wealth Management Group, for a compelling conversation about money, mindset, and what it really takes to build a life of clarity, purpose, and long-term financial security.With over 30 years of experience, Vince breaks down the five pillars of holistic financial planning and explains why most people are only scratching the surface when it comes to preparing for retirement and protecting their legacy. He shares real-world stories, common misconceptions, and the one belief that holds most people back from financial peace of mind.From designing custom wealth strategies to completing a full Ironman in his late 50s, Vince’s story is one of discipline, vision, and relentless service. This episode is a masterclass in planning with purpose and using money as a tool to do extraordinary things in the world.


    ================Chapters:00:00 Intro04:06 Major Misconceptions About Wealth Management08:14 How Money Philosophy Has Evolved12:20 Building Trust in the Financial World18:59 How Purpose Plays Into Planning22:52 Connecting Wealth to Values & Legacy28:08 Helping Clients Stay Calm Through Uncertainty33:11 Vince's Passions & Fitness Journey42:08 Rapid-Fire Questions

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    47 mins
  • #004 - John Huffman
    Jun 10 2025

    🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with John Huffman, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Huffman Construction, for a powerful conversation about transformation, leadership, and the lessons that come from rebuilding a life and a business from the ground up.From battling addiction and landing in jail to becoming a successful contractor and coach, John shares the raw and redemptive journey that led him from street hustle to hope dealer. He opens up about the pain of broken partnerships, the mindset shift that saved his marriage, and how his faith became the foundation for everything he does today.With honesty and humility, John breaks down what it really means to build something meaningful, whether it's a business, a family, or a future. From speaking to incarcerated youth to launching sold-out business seminars, his story is a reminder that your past does not define you. Your purpose does.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Intro

    03:54 What Got John To Where He Is Today

    09:10 How John Deals Hope

    13:23 Personal Obstacles Early in Life

    17:54 John's Journey To Huffman Construction Group

    24:31 Partnership Challenges & Faith

    35:03 Preaching & Becoming an Influencer

    43:01 John's Future Plans

    46:08 Biggest Takeaways

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    51 mins
  • #003 - Judah Findley
    Jun 3 2025

    🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Judah Finley—creator, entrepreneur, and founder of the Monarck brand—for a candid conversation about what it really takes to grow an audience, launch a brand, and build lasting momentum in the digital space.From flipping a $600 Jeep into a viral YouTube series to giving away a rebuilt Hellcat to a fan who bought sweatpants, Judah walks us through the strategy behind his growth and the mindset that keeps him moving forward. He shares how he helped his girlfriend grow to over a million followers, why most creators get stuck at the start, and the lessons he’s learned from building a business around storytelling and attention.With clarity and conviction, Judah breaks down the path to monetization, the power of personal branding, and how to turn early traction into long-term success. Whether he’s talking cars, content, or the meaning behind Monarch, Judah leaves us with one message: don’t wait—start.==============Chapters:00:00 Intro04:11 How Judah Got Into Content Creation13:24 Investing Into Cars For Content18:40 Judah's Brand & Monarck23:30 Style, Strategy, & Substance in Branding29:11 Self Branding vs Impersonal Branding30:59 Content Lessons38:41 The Biggest Takeaway#YouTubeSuccess, #ContentCreator, #PersonalBranding, #GrowOnYouTube, #CreatorEconomy, #InfluencerMarketing, #HowToGoViral, #MonetizeYourContent, #DigitalEntrepreneur, #YouTubeGrowth, #BrandBuilding, #SocialMediaTips, #OnlineBusiness, #CreatorJourney, #YouTubeTips, #ViralStrategy, #YouTubeMonetization, #BuildYourBrand, #StartCreating, #EntrepreneurLife, #ContentMarketing, #SideHustle, #MarketingStrategy, #SelfMade, #YoungEntrepreneur, #StartupStory, #SmallBusinessTips, #YouTubeAdvice, #SocialGrowth, #InfluencerTips, #AudienceBuilding, #MakeMoneyOnline, #YouTubePodcast, #PodcastClips, #BehindTheScenes, #DigitalCreator, #SocialMediaGrowth, #InfluencerJourney, #CreativeBusiness, #FromZeroToOne, #ViralMarketingTips, #StorytellingForBrands, #YouTubeChannelGrowth, #CreatorMindset, #SuccessOnYouTube, #GarageToGreatness, #HustleCulture, #ModernEntrepreneur, #BusinessOfInfluence, #AuthenticBranding, #JudahFinley, #MonarchBrand, #BeyondTheBriefcase

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    43 mins
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