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Mar 24, 2026 • 8min

The Lesser Known Skill to Keep Wealth | Application

The conversation covers the importance of saving to invest, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, effective communication, delivering tough feedback, actions over words, habit stacking, and accountability groups. Each chapter explores these themes in detail, providing valuable insights and practical tips for personal and professional growth.TakeawaysImportance of saving to investSelf-awareness and emotional intelligenceEffective communicationDelivering tough feedbackActions over wordsHabit stacking and accountability groupsChapters00:00 Accountability Groups and Fulfillment
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Mar 10, 2026 • 32min

The lesser known skill to keep wealth

The conversation with Bill LaRosa delves into the importance of soft skills in leadership and their impact on career success and financial opportunities. Bill shares insights on listening, emotional intelligence, communication, executive presence, and execution, emphasizing the significance of accountability and the need for simplicity in goal-setting.TakeawaysSoft skills are crucial for sustaining wealth and career growth.Accountability, simplicity, and public recognition are key to successful execution.Chapters00:00 Book, Restaurant, and News Recommendations
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Feb 24, 2026 • 7min

What Credit Card is best for you? | Application

Choosing the right credit card can be daunting, but with the right strategies, it can be rewarding. Understanding point transfers, redeeming points, and evaluating spending categories are key to maximizing credit card benefits. Considerations for card fees, travel benefits, and credit score impact are important in decision-making.TakeawaysPoint transfers maximize benefitsEvaluate spending categories for card selectionChapters00:00 Maximizing Point Transfers05:10 Credit Score Impact and Card Selection
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Feb 10, 2026 • 25min

What credit card is best for you?

What credit card is best for you? Matthew Kepnes is the legendary author of the Nomadic Matt travel blog who has also written bestsellers like How to Travel the World on $75 a Day. This episode dives deep into his insider hacks for stacking credit card points to fund epic adventures & outsmarting airline fees without breaking the bank. We chat about:💳 Which portal has the best bang for you buck in terms of conversion and options💳 Good questions for people to ask themselves when choosing a card💳 The best card to consider for people for different categories💳 Why you should use multiple credit cards💳 Best way to calculate whether or not the annual fee on a card is worth it💳 Common questions answered💳 Best way to redeem points for maximum value 💳 How to avoid common mistakes💳 Underrated credit card hacks💳 How to sign up without hurting your creditDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 9min

Get the Financial Basics Down | Application

Hear how I am applying what we learned in our first episode of season 2 we chat with Stephanie Guttman. Stephanie has spent her career in finance and tech from writing earnings reports for a Fortune 500, building finance tech startups and closing large software deals with banks but now has started @Huntress wealth, a platform that helps women manage wealth and wield power. She also has her own commercial development firm.We dive into:Define the different investment options you have Difference between value investing and growth investingWhat we’re NOT falling for What's the best way to create a budget? How to manage debt, build credit and save for large purchasesShould Bad Bunny keep renting or does he own? The best way to set financial goalsWomen investor inequality gap The biggest mistake people make when it comes to their financesDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.
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Jan 13, 2026 • 42min

Get the Financial Basics Down

In our first episode of season 2 we chat with Stephanie Guttman. Stephanie has spent her career in finance and tech from writing earnings reports for a Fortune 500, building finance tech startups and closing large software deals with banks but now has started @Huntress wealth, a platform that helps women manage wealth and wield power. She also has her own commercial development firm.We dive into:Define the different investment options you have Difference between value investing and growth investingWhat we’re NOT falling for What's the best way to create a budget? How to manage debt, build credit and save for large purchasesShould Bad Bunny keep renting or does he own? The best way to set financial goalsWomen investor inequality gap The biggest mistake people make when it comes to their financesDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 36min

Communication & Presentation skills with Charlie Ruiz | Athlete Anecdotes

Charles Ruiz, a former MiLB player with the Colorado Rockies turned entrepreneur and leadership coach, shares insights from his journey in business development and public speaking. He discusses the emotional transition from athletics to entrepreneurship, highlighting key lessons learned along the way. Ruiz emphasizes the intersection of sports and effective communication, revealing common speaking mistakes and the tools for impactful storytelling. Listeners will appreciate his thoughts on the importance of leadership skills and investing in personal growth.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 38min

HDYK How to Maximize Conferences | DD Curriculum

How do you feel about conferences? ✔️ Picking the right one ✔️ Knowing what sessions to attend ✔️ Finding unique ways to stand out and follow up ✔️ How to make the most of it In this week's podcast episode, Neil Greene and I go into depth about these topics, and many others, so that you can actually leave a conference knowing it was time well spent 👏 Do you know anyone that wants to reach financial independence or reach retirement as soon as possible? If so, please take 5 seconds to share the below link with them!https://lnkd.in/gUiMqsVNDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 29min

HDYK How to Pick the Right Investor Community | DD Curriculum

One of my best lessons from COVID is the power of community 👯 We are social beings and having real, human interactions is essential for a fruitful life 😀 Whether business or personal, having the right group around you can help you achieve whatever it is you want to 🥇 I encourage anyone to find a community that’s right for them. There are many groups you can join that will help you get better at whatever it is you want to accomplish ♾️ There’s a trick to choosing the community, however, that lies in intentionality. Listen to Sam Silverman in this week’s podcast to learn more about how you can ensure that you’re spending money in the right ways. We also discuss: ➡️ Finding the right community ➡️Evaluating community fit ➡️Maximizing networking opportunities ➡️Common mistakes in joining community ➡️Lessons from LP experiences ➡️Investment insights and strategiesDo you know anyone that wants to reach financial independence or reach retirement as soon as possible? If so, please take 5 seconds to share the below link with them!https://lnkd.in/gUiMqsVNDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 47min

Journey to investment success | Athlete Anecdotes

Most people want success, but aren't willing to do what it takes to actually get there..... In this week’s podcast episode, former NFL athlete Mark Parson describes his journey with investing 🏈 We touch on: ➡️ The importance of patience & exploration ➡️ Why embracing uncertainty is a necessary evil ➡️ How to view failures ➡️Investing with Purpose ➡️Building a successful company ➡️Understanding your investment profile Take a listen here for the full episode 👂https://lnkd.in/gUiMqsVNI love helping investors feel more confident in their decisions. Find my headline so that you can: 👂 Listen to my past conversations 💡 Learn from industry experts💪 Gain confidence in your ability to reach financial freedomDISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult with a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast, producers or sponsors, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content.

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