In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. BUT as a special episode in the middle of those crazy stories, we’re taking a look at the ritual of Thanksgiving...and the madness of Black Friday that follows right on its heels... Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting Thi...
Nov 27, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 62
In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. BUT as a special episode in the middle of those crazy stories, we’re taking a look at the ritual of Thanksgiving...and the madness of Black Friday that follows right on its heels... Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting Thi...
Nov 24, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Mak and G are here for a special episode to offer you the chance to win an AWESOME prize! Listen for more!! Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting This episode co-written with David Easton...
Nov 23, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 60
In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. How did they end up so wealthy? What do they do with all that money? And who even are these people anyway? Join us for this episode where we get to know Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest store clerk. Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube:...
Nov 20, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 59
We’re taking a break from our series on billionaires to talk about what just happened in the US election. Join Mak & G as they learn what it was all about: pandemics, polls, Pennsylvania...and a President. Probably. Links and Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting...
Nov 20, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. How did they end up so wealthy? What do they do with all that money? And are these people anyway? Join us for this episode as we continue our wild ride through the Jeff Bezos story - this week, Amazon... Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng Yo...
Nov 17, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 57
In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. How did they end up so wealthy? What do they do with all that money? And who are these people anyway? Join us for this episode where we get to know Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest store clerk. Links & Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educ...
Nov 03, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Someone had to be first, but sometimes you have someone that is first at many things. It may feel like these people had it easy or had something you don’t. Yes, talent is one thing and Oprah had it. But, she also had to overcome many obstacles. She kept moving forward and was persistent and believed in herself. Links and Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting Image Credit: Vic f...
Oct 30, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Talk about a billionaire story…. this is an amazing one. Born into poverty, abuse and growing up in a time of change. This person showed us what a good heart does for the world. Groucho Marx would be proud if he had a sister like this, but he did have a brother that has the name of this person’s famous business. This force of good, literally touched millions and millions over decades. Links and Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywi...
Oct 27, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 54
No we’re not talking about baseball, but when people take on an attitude to swing for the fences, anything is possible. Every person deserves a chance to live a healthy and productive life Links and Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Instagram: @moneywithmakng YouTube: Educounting This episode co-written with David Easton...
Oct 23, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 53
In this season of Money with Mak & G , we’re telling the stories of some of the most fascinating people in the world of money: billionaires. How did they end up so wealthy? What do they do with all that money? And who even are these people anyway? Join us for the first episode of season nine as we get to know one of the most famous billionaires of them all: Bill Gates! Links and Resources: Downloads: Click here to access downloads Facebook: fb.com/moneywithmakng Twitter: @moneywithmakng Inst...
Oct 20, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Ok, I love France and thinking about Napoleon, I thought a play on words would be fun. Can you find the “connection”? Napoleon gave us something to think about, because the brain is so powerful. Question, what does a Ziploc bag, water and a name have anything to do with the brain and Napoleon’s book? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Oct 09, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 51
We know that Napoleon Hill was a very interesting guy. He had a lot of great ideas. So man, we had to do a second podcast. There’s research that supports the idea that visualization for athletes is actually more important than physical practice. So, what do you have to lose? You have a ton to gain, so join us for our 50th episode. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Oct 06, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 50
The mind is a huge asset in the journey to reach your financial goals. Believing in what can be will lay the foundation for reaching your future goals. Thinking is one thing, but we need more than thoughts. It’s not “ire”, it’s the des-ire that fuels the f-ire to make your thoughts take action Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Oct 02, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Napoleon Bonaparte was a little guy who fought his way to the top. The Little Corporal has nothing to do with this podcast, but another famous Napoleon is. Ideas? He sold 100 million books. Ever searched for self help, this is on the list. Ideas that transcend time. These are some of the most powerful tools on the planet you have control over to become rich. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 29, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 48
You never know who’s living next door. What are some additional drops of wisdom from 20 years of research that can help us with our journey to be wealthy. How about a couple numbers that give us an idea of what a millionaire finds important. And, listen to one mistake the book says NOT to do that put dad 15 years behind his financial plan… BEWARE!! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 25, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Being a million doesn’t have to be flashy. Life is good without everyone knowing about it. You can’t judge someone’s wealth by their exterior. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 22, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In episode five of Season 8 we find similarities between other lessons. What did the chariot builder's friend pass on him? Surprisingly they’re easy to digest, even if they're told in a story thousands of years ago. So, take a minute to put them top of mind. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 18, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Thousands of years ago, they had the same money questions that we have. These friends started in the same financial position, but one became wealthy and the other poor. Listen to the 7 "secret" lessons from thousands of years ago to “cure a lean purse". I think you'll be surprised how they still work today. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 15, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Dad reflects on the third episode of Season 8 and speaks to the parents about things to think about while revisiting some of the lessons learned for the week. Are you acting like the Rich Dad or Poor Dad? That's why we learn, so we don't carry the faults of our parents with us. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 11, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Most of us believe there is some secret to becoming rich. It’s much simpler than we can imagine. We either learn it through trial and error or watching those who are already rich. There is one dad who knows the secret, and the other doesn’t. But with a little guidance you can grow to be the Rich Dad or Rich Mom and bypass the Poor Dad or Poor Mom. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 08, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Dad reflects on the first episode of Season 8 and speaks to the parents. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter
Sep 04, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 41
For many, becoming rich is a mystery. Most have a general idea, and most DO NOT have a role model or mentor. Learning from those who have been successful is key. The process can be fun, and is definitely insightful. Let’s go back to school and hit the books and learn the lessons from those who became rich. Each book is different, but the lessons are VERY similar. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Sep 01, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Where’s the weirdest place a dead spirit makes it home? I’m not sure you’d believe me, even if I told you. But we’ll let our special guest tell you about it in this episode. If that wasn’t weird, sometimes a major event can help some companies in an industry while hurting others. Life can be strange…... Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Jul 28, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In difficult times, there are various companies that do well. B(etsy) Ross did crafts and sewed the American flag. What does the company Etsy do, and what happened to their stock? Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you should know the company Zoom. What do you think happened to their stock when face to face meetings were cancelled. Did the stock price Zoom or crash?? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Jul 21, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Punch, punch. Corona is really beating up a number of businesses. Confinement, social distancing and travel restrictions really hurt, but who is getting hit the hardest? As the government put a lockdown in place and people were a bit scared to go out, less money was spent, and businesses clearly suffered. Do you know who any of these companies or industries are? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Jun 30, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Corona has created some winners and losers in the stock market. We’re not playing games, but there are a lot of people who are. Any winners to find here? Do you know who put the “plus” in their business that made it take off like a rocket? The world binged on video content, but did that make a difference to the value of their stock? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Jun 23, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Is the stock market sick? It looked like it may have caught something bad with the big drop in March. Did it catch Corona? Funny enough, it may have. Since Corona has affected the entire economy, you better believe that the stock market is affected too. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Jun 16, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Social distancing shut down a lot of businesses. The government CARES enough to spend over $2 trillion to help keep the economy healthy. Who gets the money? Businesses? People? Hospitals? Anyone else? And, why are they trying to stimulate us (STIMULUS package)? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
May 19, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 34
The federal government has collected $3.5 Trillion in taxes, and they want to spend it. But, where? Grant nails two of the largest spending areas because he sees that those are similar to his video games. The money goes quick, and guess what? Even the government over spends. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
May 12, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 33