In this episode, Michael Owens, a seasoned business consultant and Global Managing Partner for the Central America Region at the Strategic Advisor Board, shares his journey from founding MACO Consulting Group to becoming a strategic advisor, emphasizing the importance of a calm mindset in overcoming challenges.

He discusses the traits contributing to success and the key elements of a thriving business and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Michael also highlights the role of a strategic advisor, providing insight into how they can guide businesses toward growth and success.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, November 21st.

In this episode, Carey shares her personal story and how the tragic losses of her husband and son shaped her mission to help others find purpose through despair. Carey delves into the importance of evolving a strategic vision for one's life, emphasizing the need to find a personal "why" as a guiding force.

The discussion touches on the challenges of navigating social media, the impact of isolation and depression, and the biggest lessons Carey has learned through her journey. She also explores the concepts of financial freedom, nationalism, and whether we can remain optimistic about the future. Throughout the episode, Carey explains how defining a clear vision can lead to a more intentional and hopeful life.

Highlights:

{01:12} Who is Carey Conley

{02:50} Evolving strategic vision for your life

{07:27} Finding your “why”

{10:54} social media

{14:00} Isolation and depression

{18:37} Biggest lesson learned

{20:18} Financial Freedom

{23:36} Nationalism

{27:05} Can we be optimistic about the future?

Carey Conley bio:

Carey Conley is a visionary leader and mental health advocate with over 20 years of experience in the business world. Her career took a profound turn after the tragic losses of her husband, Ross, in 2014 and her son, Cole, in 2017, both to suicide. Faced with overwhelming grief, Carey chose to channel her pain into a mission of purpose. Alongside her daughter, Laurel, she authored the book *Keep Looking Up*, sharing their journey through loss and their quest to find new life purpose on the other side of tragedy.

Carey is dedicated to helping others define their vision, empowering them to live with clarity and intention. Her work has evolved from coaching business owners to focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, particularly among youth and young adults. Through vision work, she inspires people to act daily towards living out their purpose, believing that a clear vision is key to finding hope. Carey invites others to join her movement by engaging with her podcast, sharing her book, attending workshops, or connecting with her through various platforms.

Connect with Carey:

Website: https://www.careyconley.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careyconleyinc

In this episode, Carey shares her personal story and how the tragic losses of her husband and son shaped her mission to help others find purpose through despair. Carey delves into the importance of evolving a strategic vision for one's life, emphasizing the need to find a personal "why" as a guiding force.

The discussion touches on the challenges of navigating social media, the impact of isolation and depression, and the biggest lessons Carey has learned through her journey. She also explores the concepts of financial freedom, nationalism, and whether we can remain optimistic about the future. Throughout the episode, Carey explains how defining a clear vision can lead to a more intentional and hopeful life.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, November 14th

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education.

He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversation also covers the impact of the US economy and inflation on investments, offers advice for those hesitant about investing in Bitcoin, and explores the future of monetary systems.

Additionally, Dr. Lindenmeyer emphasizes the importance of education in gold and silver as part of broader financial literacy.

Highlights:

{02:12} Background and how you got started?

{08:09} Get into the crypto space and entrepreneurship simultaneously

{11:47} Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin

{14:52} basics of cryptocurrency

{18:33} The US economy and inflation

{26:47} Physical gold vs digital gold

{30:54} Advice for those afraid of investing in Bitcoin?

{35:00} The future of monetary systems?

{38:35} Education in Gold and Silver

Vince Lindenmeyer bio:

Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, Colonel, US Army (Retired), is a Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, a registered trade name of CFOUR Foundation LLC, creating economic growth for equality and justice.

Colonel Lindenmeyer served a 26-year career with overseas tours to Korea, Egypt, Qatar, and Iraq, earning the Bronze Star Medal. As an educator, Dr. Lindenmeyer has taught face-to-face and distance learning over the past 20 years. He earned a BS in Systems Engineering (West Point, United States Military Academy), master’s degrees (three) in Logistics Management, an M.Ed., an MA in Strategic Studies, and a Ph.D. in Education. Vince actively supports women, veterans, minorities, persons with disabilities, and the formerly incarcerated in starting businesses and nonprofits to close the economic income gap.

Connect with Vince:

Website: https://beacon4today.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beacon4today/about

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education.

He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversation also covers the impact of the US economy and inflation on investments, offers advice for those hesitant about investing in Bitcoin, and explores the future of monetary systems.

Additionally, Dr. Lindenmeyer emphasizes the importance of education in gold and silver as part of broader financial literacy.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, November 7th

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide.

The conversation delves into social impact entrepreneurship, highlighting the balance between profit and purpose and clarifying misconceptions about the interplay between business success and social good. Linda also emphasizes the importance of continuous education for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses the decision-making process between social entrepreneurship and government lobbying.

The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including grants and venture capital, and offers advice on pitching to investors and crafting effective business plans.

Highlights:

{06:30} Leadership and Community

{11:30} Social Impact Entrepreneurship

{17:30} Balancing Profit and Purpose

{21:30} Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Social Enterprises

{26:30} Decision-Making in Social Impact

{36:30} Funding and Investment in Social Ventures

{41:30} Investor Pitching and Business Planning

{46:30} Role of Women and Minority-Owned Businesses

Linda Fisk bio:

Linda Fisk is a multi-award-winning leader, keynote speaker, podcast host, TEDx speaker, best-selling author and university professor dedicated to amplifying and extending the success of other high-caliber business leaders.

She is the CEO of LeadHERship Global, a community of unstoppable women enhancing their leadership blueprint and embracing their power to be the best version of themselves- in work and life. As Chairwoman of LeadHERship Global, Linda supports and guides ambitious, creative women to move in the direction of their purpose, their mission, and their dreams with powerful connections, critical support, practical tools, and valuable resources to show up, speak up, and step up in their careers and personal lives.

Connect with Linda:

Website: https://leadhershipglobal.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadhershipglobal

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide.

The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including grants and venture capital, and offers advice on pitching to investors and crafting effective business plans.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, October 31st

Kris emphasizes the importance of starting early with Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies and using Equity Index Annuities for older individuals. She advocates for ongoing financial literacy and overcoming procrastination to achieve financial security.

Kris explains the benefits of tax-free and tax-deferred investments, such as Indexed Universal Life insurance, and the necessity of having a rainy-day fund. The discussion also discusses the American Dream, the dollar's declining value, and global economic shifts. Kris introduces her financial literacy program, "Create Income You’ll Never Outlive," and encourages proactive steps toward financial independence.

Highlights

{04:30} Retirement savings

{10:20} Central Digital Currency (CBDC)

{14:30} Investment Strategies for Different Ages

{20:00} Life Insurance as an Investment Tool

{28:40} American Dream and Financial Freedom

Kris Miller bio:

Kris Miller, a retirement and living trust expert, has advised over 5,000 families in the past 20 years on retirement and estate planning issues. She coined the phrase, "pretirement" to emphasize how we need to prepare for our Golden Years before retiring. Her new book, Ready For PREtirement, 3 Secrets for Safe Money and a Fabulous Future (Morgan James, September 2012) is a comprehensive guide to help anyone at any age to plan for retirement. In addition to her estate planning practice, Miller owns Trust Unlimited and the Living Trust Institute, a document preparation service for creating revocable living trusts. Miller has conducted numerous workshops to educate people and organizations about wise money management for their senior years, how to provide income for retirees, how to avoid probate, reduce taxes, secure the proper insurance, avoid asset seizure to pay medical debts, and how to create a Living Trust.

Connect with Kris:

https://createincome.healthymoneyhappylife.com

https://healthymoneyhappylife.com

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