Special Edition: It’s 5 O'clock Somewhere - Holidays, Habits, and Slowing Down for What Matters

In this December edition of It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere, Marc Shaffer and I wrap up the year the only way we know how by catching up like old friends over a wide-ranging, unscripted conversation that blends business, life, laughter, and reflection.

We talk about the blur between November and December, holiday parties, birthdays, book parties (not book launches), and the reality of trying to slow down during the busiest time of the year (including Jeff's Reiki session). Marc shares what he’s learning through his Acumen peer group, why trusted circles matter more than ever, and how seeing behind the curtain as a financial planner reshapes how he thinks about success, wealth, and priorities. Jeff shares

The conversation also touches on:

• Creating time wealth and why “slowing down” is a serious goal for 2026

• Books that are shaping our thinking, including simple sketches that reframe money and meaning

• Giving back through organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters and Growing Futures

• The power of small connections, unexpected introductions, and Kansas City’s culture of generosity

• Meditation streaks, habits, golf goals, and why being present matters more than being productive

• New family traditions, travel dreams, and what unplugging actually looks like.

As always, it’s a mix of thoughtful insights, honest self-reflection, and a few laughs along the way, exactly what a December happy hour conversation should be.

Pull up a chair, take a breath, and enjoy this end-of-year conversation. It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere!

 

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