In this episode, Bill is once again joined by Speaker, Coach, Entrepreneur, Author, and Founder and CEO of Bluefish, Steve Sims. They talk about Steve’s new book, Go For Stupid, what’s it like for him as it’s coming out, and the importance of just going for your dreams and making your ideas happen. He also shares one point in his life when he went for stupid and did what he wanted. For more than two decades, Steve Sims was the go-to contact for the wealthiest people on the planet. As the founder...
Oct 27, 2022•39 min
In this episode of The Retire As You Desire podcast, I will talk about money with fellow Podcaster, Creator, and Founder of Reaching Beyond Experience, Kyle Depiesse. He shares the importance of creating a work-life balance that allows growth in your career while ensuring that personal and family life is not hindered or hampered. He also talks about starting his own business, being a stay-at-home dad, and now having more time for family, rest, and relaxation. Kyle Depiesse is the Creator and Fou...
Oct 24, 2022•10 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by Chiropractor and Owner of Victory Chiropractic Anthony Vuckovich. They talked about his life as an entrepreneur and doctor, and the impact he is making in the world through his mission to help other people live a pain-free life. It’s an excellent episode, so make sure you tune in. Dr. Vuckovich has been serving the Frankfort area community since 2014 and is committed to providing quality care with life-changing results. He has a passion for health/fitness an...
Oct 20, 2022•14 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by Chiropractor and Owner of Victory Chiropractic Anthony Vuckovich. They talked about his life as an entrepreneur and doctor, and the impact he is making in the world through his mission to help other people live a pain-free life. It’s an excellent episode, so make sure you tune in. Dr. Vuckovich has been serving the Frankfort area community since 2014 and is committed to providing quality care with life-changing results. He has a passion for health/fitness an...
Oct 17, 2022•16 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by the CEO of DML Capital, Liam Leonard, to talk about all things real estate investing and the difference between good and bad debt. He also shares his tried and tested strategies to lower acquisition costs and more. Liam embraces getting outside to explore the Pacific Northwest with his wife, Rachel. When he’s not hiking or snowshoeing, he can be found on the soccer fields, where he is a top-level referee. He also serves as the vice president of the local ref...
Oct 13, 2022•26 min
In this episode, Bill talks with the Author, Entrepreneur, Coach, and Founder of The Achademy, Chad Johnson. They have an insightful conversation about relationships, abundance, and finding happiness. Chad also shares his Giant 5 priorities, which makes his life more fulfilling every day because success is all about building relationships and achieving balance in life. Chad Johnson is a third-generation entrepreneur who had several successful careers before returning to the family business and l...
Oct 10, 2022•23 min
In this episode, Bill speaks with the Co-founder and CMO of Be The Stage and the Co-Host of the B2B Community Builder Show podcast. They dive deeper into relationships and their importance to Pablo. Moreover, they also talked about how changes in his relationships have played a big part in his business's success. Pablo Gonzalez is obsessed with the human connection. He’s used this expertise on the subject to manage a 120-person, $15M construction business at 25, build various young professional ...
Oct 06, 2022•15 min
In this episode, Bill speaks with the Co-founder and CMO of Be The Stage and the Co-Host of the B2B Community Builder Show podcast. They dive deeper into relationships and their importance to Pablo. Moreover, they also talked about how changes in his relationships have played a big part in his business's success. Pablo Gonzalez is obsessed with the human connection. He’s used this expertise on the subject to manage a 120-person, $15M construction business at 25, build various young professional ...
Oct 03, 2022•19 min
In this episode, Bill once again talks with his good friend, a Wall Street Journal-USA Today Best-Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and CEO and Founder of BrEpic Communications LLC., Justin Breen, about Justin’s new book, Epic Life. They talk about his experience while writing his book, working with Peter Diamandis, and any entrepreneur’s struggle in playing the game right. Justin Breen is the Founder and CEO of global PR firm BrEpic Communications and exclusive connectivity platform BrEpic Network....
Sep 29, 2022•23 min
Today Bill talks with Serial Entrepreneur and the Founder of GravyStack, Apex Leadership Co., and Hapbee, Scott Donnell. They talk about Scott’s journey from wanting to sell his company and sail into the sunset to changing his mind about it and starting a few more businesses with just his vision and passion. Scott Donnell is the CEO at Hapbee Technologies, Inc, and a business leader who has dedicated his life to both physical and mental health. Scott’s personal passion for healthy living led him...
Sep 22, 2022•24 min
Today Bill talks with Serial Entrepreneur and the Founder of GravyStack, Apex Leadership Co., and Hapbee, Scott Donnell. They talk about Scott’s journey from wanting to sell his company and sail into the sunset to changing his mind about it and starting a few more businesses with just his vision and passion. Scott Donnell is the CEO at Hapbee Technologies, Inc, and a business leader who has dedicated his life to both physical and mental health. Scott’s personal passion for healthy living led him...
Sep 19, 2022•15 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by Entrepreneur Lamarr Lark to talk about what it’s like to live life on purpose and according to plan. They talk about how at the age of 25, Lamarr vowed that after age 50, he would no longer be part of corporate America. So at 48, he left that cushy corporate life to start his journey of starting his own business. They also talk about how his faith played a large part in his success now. Get to know more about Lamarr by reaching out to him at: https://connect...
Sep 15, 2022•14 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by Entrepreneur Lamarr Lark to talk about what it’s like to live life on purpose and according to plan. They talk about how at the age of 25, Lamarr vowed that after age 50, he would no longer be part of corporate America. So at 48, he left that cushy corporate life to start his journey of starting his own business. They also talk about how his faith played a large part in his success now. Get to know more about Lamarr by reaching out to him at: https://connect...
Sep 12, 2022•30 min
In this episode, Bill talks with his dear friend, Podcaster, Engineer, and Entrepreneur André Brisson, about how he will go on a month-long sabbatical and why it’s important to do so. They also talk about André’s hobbies and passion and how he takes care of himself by taking time to do them. André also encourages everyone to take that break from work to do the things they love. André Brisson, P. Eng., is the host of The Impulsive Thinker Podcast, the podcast for the high-achieving ADHD entrepren...
Sep 08, 2022•35 min
In today’s episode, Bill talks with a good friend, three-time Olympian, Speaker, and Author, Devon Harris, about how and where he started, setting big goals, and developing the right mindset. Devon also shares how he accomplished goal after goal and still pushes for his dream to inspire others to reach for theirs by speaking about his life and journey on stage. Born on Christmas Day, 1964, Devon Harris was raised in the violent ghetto environment of Olympic Gardens in Kingston, Jamaica. The grea...
Sep 05, 2022•12 min
In this part 2 episode, Bill is joined once again by the Founder and Managing Partner of Caldwell Intellectual Property Law, Keegan Caldwell. Today they talk more about intellectual property, creating and applying for patents, and how you can use them. Keegan also shares what keeps him motivated to take action daily. Dr. Caldwell has extensive and diverse experience with advising clients from innovation conception to 9-figure monetization events. Keegan works with start-ups and established entit...
Sep 01, 2022•37 min
Bill welcomes Adrian Madero of Surmesur. They speak about Adrian growing up in the family business, starting his own business, and how he sets big goals. Not only that, but Adrian also shares his thoughts on using clothes to create lasting first impressions and how important it is to reward yourself after hitting your goals and reaching your milestones. Nowadays, innovation and competitive advantage are critical to business success. Offering something different or covering a market need is all a...
Aug 29, 2022•20 min
Today Bill is joined by the Founder and Managing Partner of Caldwell Intellectual Property Law, Keegan Caldwell. They talk about intellectual property law, how Keegan started in the industry, and what made him get into it. He also shares his journey from childhood, the Marine corps, and finally making the first step to his success. Dr. Caldwell has extensive and diverse experience with advising clients from innovation conception to 9-figure monetization events. Keegan works with start-ups and es...
Aug 25, 2022•44 min
Most of us reach a crossroads in our life and then feel the need to choose one path to follow or the other. Not for today’s guest, though! In today’s episode, host Bill Bloom sits down with Performer and Financial Professional Charlie Epstein to talk about his journey and evolution in life doing business and performance and creating a one-person show where he can be both. Charlie is a financial pioneer with more than 40 years of experience in the financial service industry. As the Vice President...
Aug 22, 2022•43 min
Often, entrepreneurs hit success, and then it just stops there in that one success. They get stuck, and then they don’t know how else to move on from there. The same is true for Mike Malatesta. In this episode of The Retire As You Desire podcast, host Bill Bloom is joined by Entrepreneur, Investor, Author, Host & Creator of How'd it Happen Podcast to talk about Mike’s book Owner Shift and his next big goal. Mike Malatesta started his first business in 1992, seven months after being fired fro...
Aug 15, 2022•39 min
In today’s episode, Bill talks with Speaker, Author, Coach, and CEO of Bluefish, Steve Sims, about making things happen through pure passion. They also talk about how he started doing his speakeasies and how the pandemic changed his personal and entrepreneurial life. So if you’re looking for more motivation to do the things you are passionate about, this episode is it. Quoted as "The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, Steve Sims is a best-selling Author with "BLUEFISHIN...
Aug 08, 2022•41 min
In today’s episode, Bill talks with his good friend, Author, Podcast Host, Speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Kellycardenas.com, Kelly Cardenas himself. They talk about Kelly’s audiobook, Success Leaves Clues, and what inspired him to write it. They also share how they met each other, what it’s been like to have each other as friends, and a peek at their personal lives. Kelly Cardenas is a Forbes contributor, Author, Podcaster, Founder-CEO of a National multi-million dollar Brand, and a Cultura...
Aug 04, 2022•40 min
Another excellent episode with Dr. Jeff Spencer. The Cornerman is for folks like Tiger Woods, Chris Voss, U2, Bono, and many others. They spoke about what it takes to get to the highest levels in life. About Dr. Jeff Spencer: At seven he committed to becoming an Olympic cyclist. At twenty-one, he competed in the Olympics. Soon after he realized that helping exceptional performers tap into their highest potential was as equally satisfying to him, as competing and winning himself. Ever since, he h...
Aug 01, 2022•27 min
In today’s episode, Bill is joined by the Founder, CFO, and Host of Next Level University, Kevin Palmieri. They talk about the importance of having a 1% improvement every day no matter what you do. Kevin also shares how he found his purpose in life and inside stories about his and Alan’s podcast, Next Level University. Kevin Palmieri is the Founder, CFO & Host of the Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with more than 1000 episodes reaching over half a million peo...
Jul 28, 2022•32 min
How can you win a negotiation? In today’s episode, we are with the author of "Never Split The Difference" and Black Swan Group owner, Chris Voss. Bill and Chris talk about the different small practices that can result in huge impacts. They also talk about what it takes to win a negotiation as Chris was the lead FBI negotiator and trainer for many years. Listen to this incredible interview today! Find more about Chris Voss: https://www.blackswanltd.com/home https://www.blackswanltd.com/our-team/c...
Jul 25, 2022•41 min
Creating value in life takes struggle and perseverance, and many bouts of trial and error. In this episode, Bill talks with Emmy Award-Winning Director and Host Nick Nanton about daring to fail yet still enjoying the process of failing and getting back up again. With all great works, we only see the final, perfect product. But there are always far more versions thrown in the trash. From the slums of Port au Prince, Haiti, with special forces raiding a sex trafficking ring and freeing children to...
Jul 21, 2022•51 min
Buying a home is a massive part of the American Dream. However, choosing to buy or rent is a significant decision that affects your financial health, lifestyle, and personal goals. Today Bill talks to his good friend and Producing Branch Manager of HomeTown Lenders, Tony Perri Jr. They talk about buying houses and what’s happening in the mortgage world today. He also shares a piece of advice for people who want to buy a house. Tony Perri Jr. is an experienced Operational Specialist with a demons...
Jul 18, 2022•32 min
We live in a world that is driven by consumerism, where the message is always needing more but never having enough. Today, Bill is joined by the Co-Founder of Mastery Mode, Nic Peterson, as they talk about the concept of less is more. Nic shares why he thinks less is more, how he developed that mindset, and his thoughts on conventional wisdom. Nic Peterson is the co-founder of Mastery Mode, a company that helps business owners, consultants, and service providers worldwide build systems, operatio...
Jul 14, 2022•44 min
All of us want to succeed no matter what our latest endeavor is. Is your measure of success being rich? Or is it status? Or wealth? In this episode, Bill talks about the three and shares which you should strive for in life. Show notes: [0:00] Intro [2:14] What is Status? [3:58] What does it mean to be rich? [4:58] What does having wealth mean? [8:58] Outro Connect with Bill Bloom Web: https://www.bloomfinancialco.com/ https://bloomfinancialco.kartra.com/page/bNJ87 Email: bill@bloomfinancial.us L...
Jul 11, 2022•9 min
The boom and bust cycle describes capitalist economies that contract after a period of expansion and then expand again. Today Bill talks to an Author, Entrepreneur, Investor, Philanthropist, and the Founder and CEO of Liucrative Endeavors, Dave Liu. They talk about how Dave prepared for and avoided the boom and bust cycle in his financial and personal life. Dave also shares his story and heritage, which plays a big part in his entrepreneurial life today. Dave is a 30-Year Veteran of Wall Street ...
Jul 07, 2022•44 min
