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The SpaceX IPO, oil prices nearly doubling, and a spring selloff — a lot has happened so far in 2026.
Market strategist Ryan Detrick returns for a mid-year check-in, sharing where things stand and what's driving the market now. You'll learn the biggest risk to the market (it's not what you think), what history says about midterm years, and why he's actually more optimistic.
Want the full picture? Check out the Midyear Outlook 2026: https://mitlin.us/2026Outlook
Topics discussed:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:07) Ryan's path to market strategist
(05:02) The SpaceX IPO
(09:58) Becoming a CNBC Contributor
(15:44) How the first half of 2026 played out
(20:51) Why he's optimistic for the rest of 2026
(24:47) The biggest risks ahead
(28:27) Midterm year volatility (what to expect)
(31:04) What brought you JOY today?
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
As Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group and a CNBC contributor, Ryan Detrick brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong understanding of financial markets to guide the firm's strategic investment decisions. Leveraging market analysis and his passion for helping both advisors and clients navigate the complexities of the financial landscape, Ryan plays a pivotal role in shaping the investment strategies that help drive Carson Group's success.
Ryan's career has been marked by a dedication to staying at the forefront of market trends and the role history plays in potential market moves. Prior to joining Carson Group, Ryan held key positions at several leading financial institutions, where he honed his skills in market analysis, risk management, and portfolio optimization. His ability to distill complex market information into actionable insights has earned him recognition as a thought leader in the financial industry, including being named one of Business Insider's Oracles of Wall Street in 2023 and again in 2025. A sought-after commentator, Ryan frequently shares his market perspectives through media appearances on CNBC, Fox Business, Yahoo! Finance, Bloomberg, and SiriusXM, speaking engagements, and written commentary. Leveraging his extensive knowledge of market trends, economic indicators, and investment opportunities, Ryan provides valuable insights that help empower clients to make informed decisions in an ever-evolving financial environment.
Ryan also co-hosts a top-investing podcast, "Facts vs Feelings," alongside Carson Group colleague Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist. Each week on the show—which was named among the 23 Top Financial Advisor Podcasts to Listen to in 2026 by Kitces.com—they engage in insightful conversations exploring the intersection of data-driven market analysis and the human element in investment decision-making. Through "Facts vs Feelings," Ryan reaffirms his dedication to making finance more understandable.
Connect with Ryan Detrick:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandetrick/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/RyanDetrick/ Website: https://www.carsongroup.com/insights/blog/team-members/ryan-detrick/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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There's a fine line between pushing someone and tearing them down. The best leaders know how to walk it.
For Ben Utecht, Super Bowl champ and author of The Champion's Creed: Transform Your Culture Through the Power of Belief, that lesson came from one of the most respected coaches in football.
In this episode, he shares the phrase that taught him the importance of leading with belief over fear. You'll learn how to build a culture that drives performance, why your core values might be working against you, and the mindset that helps you win in business and life.
Topics discussed:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:13) From the NFL to entrepreneurship
(04:23) Advice for parents of children with big dreams
(08:14) Winning the Uncommon Leader Award
(11:12) Leadership lessons from Coach Tony Dungy
(16:04) Identity and purpose after the NFL
(19:23) The role of a "Chief Culture Officer"
(22:19) Turning core values into a real culture
(24:01) Ben's book, The Champion's Creed
(27:19) Why culture is a movement, not a program
(31:21) What brought you JOY today?
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Ben Utecht is a Super Bowl Champion, award-winning author, and global keynote speaker on organizational culture and leadership. Drawing from his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts and his best-selling book The Champion's Creed, Ben helps companies and conferences transform workplace culture through the power of belief and purpose. As a Chief Culture Officer and entrepreneur, he has partnered with executives, professional sports organizations, and Fortune-level companies to ignite engagement, align values, and build high-performance teams. Recognized for his dynamic storytelling and actionable strategies, Ben inspires audiences worldwide to cultivate cultures where people and performance thrive.
Connect with Ben Utecht:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BenUtecht/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/BenUtecht LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benutecht/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benutecht Website: https://benutechtspeaks.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com -
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Travel has never felt more expensive, more confusing, or more designed to wear you down. The good news? You don't have to be a full-time points hacker to save on your next trip.
In this episode, founder of From the Tray Table Zach Griff breaks down how you can start maximizing your travel rewards (including the opportunities most people aren't aware of). You'll learn when to book for the best deals, how to earn points faster, and when to redeem them. Plus, find out how to use AI to your advantage before the airlines use it against you.
Topics discussed:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:25) Zach's entrepreneurial journey
(03:36) The Points Guy to From the Tray Table
(08:20) Where he caught the travel bug
(11:09) The perks of travel hacking
(14:00) Where to start with points and miles
(17:09) When to book for the best rates
(19:25) 2026 travel trends
(23:51) How to beat dynamic pricing
(27:00) The CPP points framework
(28:12) Autopilot travel tool
(30:33) Growing an audience that engages
(32:15) What brought you JOY today?
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Zach is a New York City-based travel and lifestyle expert and Wharton MBA graduate with over a decade of experience in the industry. He founded From the Tray Table, his independent travel newsletter, which he pairs with a social media presence of 300K+ engaged followers. He spent nearly eight years covering airlines, credit cards, and loyalty programs at The Points Guy and has visited 67 countries. His insights have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and HuffPost, and he has appeared on CNN, CBS, Fox News, and BBC. Zach collaborates with leading brands, advises startups, and is a sought-after speaker on travel and loyalty programs.
Connect with Zach Griff:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_zachgriff/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachgriff X (Twitter): https://x.com/_ZachGriff Newsletter: https://newsletter.fromthetraytable.com/ Website: https://fromthetraytable.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com -
Your network isn't just a list of contacts. It's your most valuable asset — and most people are going about it the completely wrong way.
Mike Adams, founder of IntroStars and host of The Super Connectors Podcast, spends his days connecting people and has learned what separates the people who build lifelong networks from the ones who just collect contacts.
In this episode, he shares the networking mistake that repels the right people, how to get people to answer your messages, and what it takes to become someone others go out of their way to help.
Topics discussed:
(00:00) – Introduction
(02:16) – From coding to founder
(04:14) – What it means to be a super connector
(07:44) – Building a network that lasts
(11:03) – The 3-part mindset for networking the right way
(14:27) – The value of in-person relationships
(18:19) – The best alternative to cold outreach
(22:38) – Elevating your personal brand online
(30:05) – What brought you JOY today?If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
After 30 years in tech sales, marketing & partnerships, Mike Adams is now a startup founder, investor (20+ startups), super networker (1,000+ events), super connector (30K+ connections), and the creator of introstars, a platform that rewards you for high-value business introductions. Based in London and active globally, he's spent years building communities, hosting events, and obsessing over how trust, incentives, and human relationships actually drive deals. Mike also hosts The Super Connectors podcast, and is an avid travel hacker.
Connect with Mike Adams:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/supermike Website: https://www.introstars.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique: https://www.podcastboutique.com
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The two hardest jobs you'll ever take on come with zero training: fatherhood and entrepreneurship.
Adam Holt, co-founder of REBL Dads, is back on the show to share how the movement is supporting entrepreneur fathers in both business and family. In this episode, you'll learn what it really means to be a REBL Dad, the lesson that changed how he shows up for his own family, and their new book that turns 100+ stories into actionable ways you can lead better at home and work.
Plus, get an inside look on their Necker Island events and how they got Richard Branson on board.
Topics discussed:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:56) Adam's journey to founding REBL Dads
(03:51) The mission and Necker Island origin story
(07:50) What REBL Dad stands for
(09:33) Inside the Necker Island experience
(14:45) Presence vs. intentional presence
(17:50) The making of the REBL Dad book
(21:40) Turning the book into real action
(29:00) What brought you JOY today?
Get the book, REBL Dad: What 100+ Fathers Reveal About Successful Leadership at Home and Work: https://www.rebldads.com/book
Listen to episode 194 with Adam Holt: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/visualizing-your-financial-future-with-asset-maps-adam-holt-194/If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
As a tech innovator and CEO, I co-founded REBL Dads to foster authentic connection among high-achieving fathers. My passion for learning and mentoring along my entrepreneurial journey helped me recognize the similarities between shepherding a business and leading a family. Recognizing my own shortfalls inspired me to help build a community of like-minded fathers.
Connect with Adam Holt:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hadamholt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebldads/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebldads X (Twitter): https://x.com/REBL_Dads/ Website: https://www.rebldads.com/ Email: [email protected]Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com -
You have something worth saying. So why does it feel like no one's actually listening?
Storytelling expert Dr. Danny Brassell shifted his career after losing everything in a 2005 real estate scam by mastering one skill: telling stories that move people to act. In this episode, he shares the 43-second rule that grabs any audience, a simple exercise that helps you build a backlog of winning stories, and the 5 C's framework Danny uses with every client.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
From journalist to bankruptcy to speaker (01:37)
Why coaching beats stage time (04:48)
The 43-second story rule (06:26)
The 1-hour story brainstorming exercise (07:29)
Stories that turn audiences into clients (09:07)
How to start your speaking journey (15:04)
The case for sharing failures over wins (19:20)
The 5 C's framework (21:38)
Redefining success at every age (23:44)
The language of scams and setbacks (27:11)
What brought you JOY today? (29:36)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as "Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.," Dr. Danny Brassell (www.DannyBrassell.com) has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide. He has authored 21 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. The co-founder of WellCrafted Story™, Danny helps entrepreneurs, individuals and organizations leverage speaking on stages as a major client lead source that converts.
Connect with Danny Brassell:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdannybrassell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dannybrassell X (Twitter): https://x.com/DannyBrassell YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DannyBrassell Website: https://dannybrassell.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique: https://www.podcastboutique.com -
Think you don't need to worry about cybersecurity? That's exactly what hackers are counting on.
Cybersecurity awareness expert Robert Siciliano breaks down how three simple habits put you in the top 10% of secure Americans. This episode explains how one move can save you years of financial headaches, what every business owner needs to know about protecting remote teams, and how to safeguard your digital estate even after you're gone.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Robert's hacking origin story (02:02)
Why real estate agents are high-risk targets (05:44)
Two-factor authentication (08:22)
SMS vs. authenticator apps (11:36)
Cybersecurity for remote teams (13:15)
Security vs. paranoia (15:53)
The strategic human firewall (20:40)
3 steps to becoming secure (24:05)
Digital estate planning (26:55)
What brought you JOY today? (29:57)If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™, Cybersecurity Awareness expert, good guy hacker, and private investigator Robert Siciliano delivers 'straight talk' on safety and security, stripping away jargon to empower everyday protection. A bestselling author, CEO of ProtectNowLLC.com, he is a trusted commentator featured on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and the Today Show, decoding complex threats for mass audiences.
Connect with Robert Siciliano:
Website: https://protectnowllc.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robert_siciliano LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsiciliano Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyberAwarenessExpertSpeaker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertsiciliano/ X (Twitter): http://twitter.com/robertsiciliano YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxPUhCstuAW8GJR826pamYA Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-L.-Siciliano/author/B0035CH602Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com -
What if everything you know about networking is wrong?
Scott MacGregor, founder of The Outlier Project and Outlier Magazine, doesn't believe in networking — and his non-traditional approach has been the backbone of his success. From embracing adversity as fuel to building genuine friendships over transactional connections, this episode will change how you think about success, relationships, personal and professional growth.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Hayden and Rob Thorsen's story (01:56)
Why impact is the best barometer of success (04:40)
How to embrace adversity as a gift (06:49)
"Living into the answers" (11:05)
Friendships over network (14:25)
Building connections: the Mace Curran story (17:32)
The Laila Ali example (20:12)
Creativity and Outlier Magazine (21:30)
Inside the Outlier Project (25:02)
What brought you JOY today? (30:27)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
As Publisher & Editor-in-Chief of Outlier Magazine and the Founder & CEO of two purpose-driven organizations, I'm deeply proud to lead work that reflects both my values and my passion for meaningful impact.
The Outlier Project is more than a community — it's a movement of people across the world who dare to live life on their own terms. We believe that being ordinary is a choice, and that every human has an extraordinary spark waiting to be ignited.
Here, you'll find people who dream bigger, aim higher, and believe that who you surround yourself with can change everything. Together, we gather online in over 200 live, interactive events each year — and in person through unforgettable retreats, meetups, and signature experiences that connect visionaries, trailblazers, and dreamers from every corner of the globe.
We're for those who crave meaning, growth, and adventure. For those who take the road less traveled and want to walk it alongside others who believe anything is possible.
Connect with Scott MacGregor:
Outlier Project: http://theoutlierproject.co/ Outlier Magazine: https://outlier-magazine.com/ SomethingNew: https://trysomethingnewnow.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macgregorscott/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmacgregor_official/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutlierProjectDisclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com -
Most people quit the moment they realize they're not the most talented in the room. But success has almost nothing to do with talent.
In this episode, Jeff LeVecchio shares the "Give More, Be More" philosophy that helped him build a business big enough to retire from pro hockey at just 33. You'll walk away understanding why every pro athlete is really an entrepreneur, the number one piece of advice he has for retiring athletes, and the scaling trap that holds back most founders
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Hockey beginnings (01:39)
Why pro athletes are really entrepreneurs (05:22)
Identity and life after the locker room (08:29)
The 7-year runway that built his business (11:10)
Jeff's Give More, Be More philosophy (14:23)
Building a career as a speaker (16:47)
What it really takes to scale (20:49)
Lessons from podcasting (25:35)
The ugly truth about youth hockey advisors (30:50)
What brought you JOY today? (38:24)
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
I grew up playing hockey in St. Louis at a time when the best hockey cities laughed at us for trying to compete with them. Through hard work, dedication and self discipline I willed myself to a Division I scholarship at Western Michigan University. After three years at WMU I signed with the Boston Bruins. Although I never got to play in a regular season game, I did play in seven NHL pre-season games with the Bruins and I was on their roster for playoffs.
Over the next six years I was fortunate to play in the top leagues in Italy, Norway, Austria, and Asia. Living in places that had different values and societal norms than what I was accustomed to was instrumental in my development as a person. Learning to work around ideological and cultural barriers has taught me a lot about communication, leadership and patience.
Three years into my professional career I started my own off ice training company, RIPT Hockey (now GMT - Give More Training. What started out as a hobby during my offseason's has now turned into my full time business post playing career!
In 2025, I founded GMA (Give More Advising for hockey players 14 years old and up with two of my retired clients. We sold out all of the spots in 24 hours and will be looking to expand how many players we take on next season.
As of 2026 GMT has also had over 34,000 people use some form of my online training.
I am living proof that if you Give More Be, you will Be More and it has been my mission every single day to help as many people as possible to realize that!
Connect with Jeff LoVecchio:
Website: https://gmbm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jefflovecchio/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/jefflovecchioDisclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
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"I didn't know" is not a legal defense. But it's the most common thing lawyer Matthew Korn hears from business owners who find themselves in trouble.
In this episode, you'll learn the employment risks most business owners don't realize are threatening their business and what you can do to minimize your risk. Plus, Matthew sheds light on the mental side of law and fatherhood and how his community, Dad Esq., is helping lawyers build a meaningful career without giving up the life they want.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Entrepreneurship and his career in employment law (01:38)
The biggest risk business owners don't see (06:37)
One policy change that you should make right now (09:01)
Why compliance alone doesn't prevent lawsuits (11:17)
Founding the Dad Esq. community (12:27)
Why lawyer dads need their own network (21:24)
The biggest myth about being a successful lawyer and father (23:58)
Advice for young and aspiring lawyers (27:45)
What brought you JOY today? (31:19)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Matthew Korn is a partner at Fisher Phillips in the Columbia, South Carolina office. He is passionate about helping clients solve their most difficult employment law problems. He focuses primarily on wage and hour litigation and is the co-chair of the firm's RIF taskforce. He is also the chair of the firm's evaluation committee. Matthew is also the father of four children, ages three to eleven. In 2025, he founded Dad, Esq., a free online community for lawyer dads to connect, share stories and strategies, and support each other.
Connect with Matthew Korn:
Dad, Esq. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dad-esquire/ Substack: https://DadEsq.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dad_esquire/ Website: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/people/matthew-r-kornDisclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
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One hand on a shoulder. It sounds almost too simple, but it's the kind of gesture that can change everything for the person on the other end.
Rob Thorsen founded The #HT40 Foundation and its first initiative, Shoulder Check, in memory of his son Hayden. At a time when more and more people are experiencing loneliness and isolation, they're working to combat the crisis through grassroots community outreach nationwide.
In this episode, you'll learn about Hayden and the legacy he left behind, how Rob turned his grief into a mission anyone can join, and the small ways we can help break the stigma around mental health.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Hayden and Rob Thorsen's story (01:14)
Turning grief into a mission (03:52)
Hayden's impact: the #HT40 Foundation and Shoulder Check (08:06)
The Shoulder Check Showcase (11:32)
"Lean on Me" video (17:33)
How a simple gesture makes a big impact (23:27)
The loneliness epidemic and where to turn (26:31)
Real stories of impact (29:01)
Conversations that break the stigma (31:06)
Lessons on navigating grief (35:40)
What brought you JOY today? (40:02)
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Rob Thorsen is the Founder and Executive Director of The #HT40 Foundation and co-creator of the Foundation's first initiative, Shoulder Check. At a time when we are dealing with a well-documented crisis of loneliness and isolation, Rob works each day to manifest the Foundation's mission to combat this crisis through original ideas, partnerships and grassroots community outreach nationwide.
About The #HT40 Foundation and Shoulder Check:
The HT40 Foundation is a 501c3 charitable organization working to encourage young people to simply be there for their peers through action-oriented initiatives that foster social connection. The Foundation's mission is to create and promote small actions that have a big impact. Their first initiative launched in August of 2023 is The Shoulder Check, a program that's Making Kindness a Contact Sport. Tens of thousands of young athletes across the country, with the support of professional athletes, have made the pledge to Reach Out, Check In, and Make Contact with one another, proving checking in can be as simple as a hand on a shoulder. See Shoulder Check's most recent work HERE.
Connect with Rob Thorsen and Shoulder Check:
Website: https://www.shouldercheck.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshouldercheck/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShoulderCheckDisclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
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Are you prepared to care for your aging parents? Most people would say no. In fact, many don't realize how expensive, chaotic, and emotionally draining aging is on a family.
Annalee Krueger, author of The Invisible Patient: The Emotional, Financial, and Physical Toll on Family Caregivers, helps families plan for aging and navigate the caregiving journey. In this episode, she explains the true cost of aging at home, the red flags of cognitive decline, and how to prepare before a crisis hits.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Annalee's career journey (01:25)
Why so many families are unprepared (05:03)
The "what-when" reframe for aging (06:19)
Red flags of cognitive decline and what to do next (08:43)
The purpose behind, The Invisible Patient (12:03)
How to build a "grab-and-go binder" for your family (14:08)
The follow-up step most families skip (17:31)
Why planning matters for all ages (21:33)
The reality of aging at home and the cost of care (25:38)
Why entrepreneurs carry extra risk (29:19)
What brought you JOY today? (31:09)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Annalee started Care Right Inc, a virtual consultancy, in 2011, after working in Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC's) for 22 years. Annalee Kruger has devoted her career to guiding family caregivers and their aging loved ones with decisions about aging, dementia progression, the landscape of senior care, helping families determine their "safety triggers" for when parents need care and the aging at home care budget to prevent families from not qualifying financially to gain admission into a quality care community. She has been curated by over 32 wealth management firms to work directly with their clients. She is a national speaker on aging, caregiving, dementia, family dynamics, and end-of-life.
Annalee also created the Aging Strategy Coaching Academy (ASCA), the first ever global coaching program that addresses aging, family caregiving, dementia, the landscape of senior care, dying, and grief. She also created the Elder Planning Specialist certification program, specifically for CFP's who want to earn a certificate to better identify and address the needs of their aging book of business.
Connect with Annalee Kruger:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaleekruger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carerightincorp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBY2WWuTdSylECzGvksCC2w X: https://x.com/care_right Care Right Inc.: https://carerightinc.com Plan4Life: https://plan4lifenow.com/ Care Crusade: https://www.carecrusade.org/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Most people look at an industry dominated by giants and walk the other way. At 19, Zechariah Thomas walked straight in.
Now, he's the CEO and founder of Swift Hockey, one of the fastest-growing independent hockey brands in North America, and a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. In this episode, he breaks down how he started his business with no capital, no industry connections, no real blueprint — and built it to compete with industry giants.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Zechariah's journey to founding Swift Hockey (01:36)
The challenges of founding a brand so young (05:04)
How they keep their product so affordable (07:14)
What he learned from his experience on Dragons' Den (09:35)
Partnering with the PWHL (14:27)
How playing the game shaped the product (17:12)
Innovation, branding, and what sets them apart (20:13)
Advice for entrepreneurs: social media and organic growth (23:25)
Being named a Forbes 30 Under 30 (27:12)
What brought you JOY today? (29:03)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Zechariah Thomas is the CEO & Founder of Swift Hockey, one of the fastest-growing independent hockey brands in North America. After seeing firsthand how rising equipment costs were pricing families out of the game, he set out to create elite-level sticks at a price players could actually afford.
Zech's story and the rise of Swift Hockey have been featured on Dragons' Den as well as in Forbes, where his mission to make hockey more accessible has gained national attention. What began as a small project has grown into a global brand trusted by players from youth levels to professionals.
He now leads Swift's innovation, product development, and partnerships as the company continues its mission to make high-performance gear available to everyone.
Connect with Zechariah Thomas:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zechthomass/ Swift's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swifthockey/ Website: https://swifthockey.comDisclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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You'd never hand over six figures on an investment without doing your homework, right? That's exactly what most families do with college.
Hans Hanson is a national college advisor who's worked with 1,000 families, and almost none of them were asking the right questions before they started. In this episode, you'll learn what most families don't understand about the business of college, how to give your child the best chance for acceptance and scholarships, and the question that will help them find the right college fit.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
How he went from CPA to college advisor (01:52)
CollegeLogic's process to empower students and support families (06:17)
What college "fit" actually means and why it matters more than rankings (09:18)
The ROI of college: where families go wrong (11:35)
The college lie about job placement (14:51)
The policies designed to keep students enrolled longer (17:43)
Tips for writing a great college essay (23:23)
Why everyone should submit the FAFSA and apply early (27:55)
Why "test optional" isn't really optional (30:51)
What brought you JOY today? (32:46)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
I am a national college advisor helping families from around the country and the world navigate the complicated college process. From identifying an initial list of colleges to planning college visits, writing essays, submitting applications, and deciding on the right major, at the right college, and at the right price, I help student-families get college right.
My daily motivation is to help students live the life they want for themselves, which may differ from the life their parents want for them. To achieve it all, I help students own their outcomes and their expectations. Their job is to make college worth it for themselves and their parents. I raise their awareness of this. A favorite client-father once said to me,"I expect to see a return on my investment." I help parents to know better what they are about to buy — College.
Connect with Hans Hanson:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanshanson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017071385112403 YouTube: [email protected] Website: https://mycollegelogic.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Tired of diets, failed gym routines, and guilt? What if the same skills you use to build wealth could transform your health — without the overwhelm?
Stevyn Guinnip, exercise physiologist turned health coach, says there's a common misconception making your health journey harder than it needs to be. In this episode, she shares a simple framework from her book, Grow Wellthy, that cuts through the noise and shows you how to treat your health like the asset it is.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Entrepreneurial journey (01:23)
The moment that shifted her mindset on health (04:12)
The "Big Swap" that happens at midlife (09:02)
The four-step framework in her book, Grow Wellthy (11:06)
Closing the gap between health span and sick span (14:37)
Food as fuel vs. food as a tax (18:25)
The biggest misconception about getting healthy (24:58)
The one daily habit that will transform your health (28:54)
What brought you JOY today? (31:03)
Download the Daily Dozen app: https://nutritionfacts.org/daily-dozen/
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Stevyn Guinnip, MS, is an author, health coach, and international speaker dedicated to helping financial advisors and their clients live well longer. After surviving a personal health crisis, she founded Grow Wellthy™ to merge her expertise in exercise physiology with her firsthand understanding of the financial world as a financial advisor's daughter. Today, she speaks globally, coaches advisors, and equips firms with strategies to protect health as the true retirement multiplier. Stevyn lives in Portugal with her husband and two children.
Connect with Stevyn Guinnip:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevyn-guinnip/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwellthy/ Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.growwellthy.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Everyone's talking about AI, but almost nobody knows what to actually do with it. The disruption isn't just hitting creatives and tech companies — it's coming for everyone who refuses to adapt.
Taryn Southern is an award-winning storyteller, creative technologist, and founder of Creative AI Bootcamp. In this episode, she explains why we all need to be concerned about AI, how everyone (especially solopreneurs) can integrate it into their business, and why storytelling is the skill that will keep your business alive. You'll get tips and tools for protecting yourself from AI scams and discerning what's real and what's AI.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Taryn's career: from YouTube to AI (01:46)
The real dangers of AI and how to protect yourself (05:31)
How AI will force creatives and all knowledge workers to adapt (11:24)
"Tech will make buddhists out of all of us" (17:52)
YouTube's role in elevating voices and brands (19:43)
How entrepreneurs and businesses can integrate AI (21:29)
Turning a breast cancer diagnosis into a GPT (24:40)
What brought you JOY today? (30:28)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungAbout Our Guest:
Taryn Southern is an award-winning storyteller, speaker, and creative technologist whose works explores the intersection of emerging technology and human potential. As an early YouTuber with more than 750+ million views, Taryn has more than two decades experience in story and brand strategy for digital audiences. Her groundbreaking AI experiments include composing the world's first AI pop album in 2017, cloning herself in 2020, and directing a Tribeca Film Festival documentary on brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). At one of the world's leading implantable neurotechnology companies, Taryn oversaw marketing and communications for two successful funding rounds totaling over $230M+. She advises and speaks at Fortune500 companies on AI and human potential.
Connect with Taryn Southern:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarynsouthern/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TarynSouthern X: https://x.com/TarynSouthern Website: https://tarynsouthern.com/Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Most people convince themselves they're not ready yet. They need the right gear, the right space, the right moment to start. Nick Ciavarella built two brands in an apartment and now his work runs on NHL social, ESPN, Bleacher Report, and Barstool.
In this episode, Nick, aka 716Nick, breaks down how he turned his creative passion into a career, how anyone can turn free work into paid opportunities, and why relationships are the key to getting to the next level.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
Nick's origin story and finding his creative voice (01:56)
How the Dishin' brand came together (05:51)
Leveraging social media to market your brand for free (08:33)
Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs (10:56)
Creating content for the NHL (12:46)
How to speed up your workflow (16:32)
Motion tracking and going viral (19:01)
Should you work for free in the beginning of your career? (23:24)
How working with creatives drives your own growth (27:27)
What brought you JOY today? (30:23)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://mitlin.us/CollegeQuiz Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://mitlin.us/DownloadTaxList Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://mitlin.us/RetirementQuizConnect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungConnect with Nick Ciavarella:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/716nick
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@716nick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-ciavarella-24b757156 X: https://x.com/ehCavoAbout Our Guest:
Known as 716nick, Ciavarella is an influential content creator, cinematographer and video producer whose work within sports has serviced top-tier athletes such as Rasmus Dahlin, Tyreek Hill and several others. He has also helped build viral brand content for national audiences featured on NHL Social, Bleacher Report, Barstool Sports and ESPN.
Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Grit isn't a personality trait — it's something you can build. In this episode, leadership expert Lara "LJ" Johnson breaks down how the "born with it or not" myth holds people back and what grit actually looks like in real life. You'll learn why the "muscle through" mentality fails most teams, why most people stay trapped in negative thought loops, and the tools that helped Lara survive life's toughest moments.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
From homelessness to rebuilding her life in the U.S. (01:35)
Belief as the difference between quitting and finding a solution (07:37)
The tragedy that inspired the Global Grit System (10:32)
How the 54321 grounding technique saved her life (13:42)
The aftermath: why she wrote 𝘏𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘳 𝘉𝘦 𝘏𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥 (16:51)
Global Grit System: 4 principles and 4 types of grit (20:28)
Why choosing the right spouse matters for entrepreneurs and leaders (22:43)
Becoming a U.S. citizen and pursuing the American dream (24:33)
The reality and strength of military families (27:37)
What brought you JOY today? (29:21)
Text GRIT to 33777 to get LJ's free Global Accountability Guide!
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungConnect with Lara "LJ" Johnson:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larawylesjones/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officiallaraj Website: http://www.officiallaraj.com/About Our Guest:
Lara Johnson is one of the most requested speakers on grit and is an award-winning Leadership Performance and Grit Development Expert, International Keynote Speaker, Creator of the Global G.R.I.T. System®, Creator of the Grit Type Indicator®, Founder and CEO of TWO global businesses Be A Legend and G.R.I.T. Global®, author of the bestselling book "Hunt to Be Hunted", a sought after executive coach and competitive athlete.
Lara has also been recognized as one of the fastest growing and most influential entrepreneurs in the U.S., being spotlighted and named in the prestigious Marquis "Who's Who in America" owing to her noteworthy achievements and accomplishments that have proved to be of significant value to society. Originally from the UK and now residing in Arizona, US, Lara has a track record of skyrocketing companies into multimillion-dollar empires. She has been crowned the WORLDWIDE STEVIE® Award Winner NINE times for "Woman of the Year," "Female Entrepreneur of the Year," "Female Executive of the Year," and "Best Female Thought Leader of the Year" for her creation of the Global G.R.I.T. System®, the Grit Type Indicator® and her contributions within her field, most recently being featured on the NASDAQ Billboard in New York Times Square for winning an international award for the Top Grit Development and Performance Expert of the Year.
As the renowned Global Grit Girl®, Lara has channeled her deep expertise and research into creating the Global G.R.I.T. System®. She works with Fortune 100 companies, the US military, celebrities, and executives identifying the four 'elements' of grit and the four 'types' of grit, unlocking, developing and enhancing grit, to do the hard things when it matters most, increase performance and teach the skills through her Global G.R.I.T. System®. She teaches how anyone can break out of the comfort zone permanently, push past the fear zone, into the learning zone to achieve growth, without burning out and how to use grit effectively through times of change, whether you think you have it or not.
Featured on major networks such as PBS, CBS, Fox News, ABC, and NBC, for her grit and resilience facing the loss of her youngest son and nearly her own life as well as her work in the development of grit as a system, has inspired many. Renowned household names including Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, KPMG, Northwestern Mutual, Schlumberger, Western Alliance Bank, and many more, have enlisted Lara to elevate their teams' performance and cultivate grit through her speaking, workshops, and programs.
Lara is wife to a US Army Senior Non-Commissioned Officer and mother to young children, while also serving on the advisory board for Warrior Rising, a national non-profit organization helping veterans transition from military to entrepreneurship. She also sits on the committee for Dignity Health's Foundation "Heaven Hummingbirds," providing program development and emotional and psychological support for parents who have lost children.
Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Most people build careers by default, not by design. Collin Strachan chose differently — he left corporate, hit the road, and started a production company that's worked with brands like Dude Wipes and Ridge Wallet.
In this episode, you'll learn how he stopped pitching and instead used LinkedIn to create inbound opportunities, why they refuse to negotiate price with clients, and the real tradeoffs of mixing work and play.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
From traveling to starting a production company, Every Mile Creative (01:39)
Leaving the "safe" job to get back time and freedom (07:48)
Why they pivoted to work with non-traditional brands (13:52)
Why they don't negotiate pricing and how it filters for better clients (18:01)
How to navigate business with your spouse (23:33)
Designing his business around a lifestyle (26:27)
Building an inbound pipeline through LinkedIn (28:08)
What brought you JOY today? (32:58)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungConnect with Collin Strachan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinstrachan/ Skool: https://www.skool.com/become-unforgettable/about Website: https://www.alaskaproductioncompany.com/About Our Guest:
I'm Collin, and I run Alaska Production Company with my wife Kendal from a 33-foot Airstream while living off-grid in Alaska with our kids. We've generated over $100M in revenue for brands like DUDE Wipes, Solo Stove, and Ridge Wallet by creating viral ads in extreme Alaska locations. I also run "Become Unforgettable," a LinkedIn coaching community where I teach creators and founders how to use storytelling to grow their presence and generate real revenue
Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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Money habits start forming long before most families ever talk about them. The result? Teens and adults who only know how to spend or save and miss everything else money can do.
That's one reason Mac Gardner, founder of FinLit Tech, created interactive tools to teach families financial literacy. In this episode, we discuss his book The Four Money Bears, why so many parents avoid money conversations, and how early exposure shapes lifelong habits and generational wealth. Plus, find out how advisors can help close the gap, reach more families and bring more diversity into the industry.
Topics discussed:
Introduction (00:00)
The entrepreneurial journey and founding FinLit Tech (01:35)
Why financial literacy is so important for kids and families (03:49)
How financial education is lacking in schools (05:38)
Financial education tips and tools for young children (08:24)
The three Rs of learning money and the four money functions (10:42)
Building generational wealth through education and habits (12:31)
Mac's book, The Four Money Bears (15:54)
How gamified learning makes money more tangible (18:38)
Working with E-Money to create a CFP board CE course (20:47)
Diversity in the financial planning industry (23:00)
What brought you JOY today? (27:40)
If you're a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial's Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/
Resources:
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/ Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz:
https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/Connect with Larry Sprung:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_SprungConnect with Mac Gardner:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macgardner/ Website: https://www.thefourmoneybears.com//About Our Guest:
Mac Gardner, a Certified Financial Planner practitioner, has served in the financial services industry for more than 20 years. His passion for financial literacy led him to publish his first book, "Motivate Your Money!". The book serves as a tool to share his extensive experiences in the field of Personal Financial Planning. His second book, "The Four Money Bears" teaches children about the four basic functions of money. It is a fun and entertaining way for parents to start the conversation about money with their young children. Mac serves as Founder and Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech. The company's mission is "Building a Bridge Between Financial Literacy and Financial Technology". FinLit Tech develops Financial Education tools to start the personal finance education journey from as early as elementary school.
Disclosure:
Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
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