Today, I’m joined by entrepreneurs and the powerhouse duo behind Carter & Custer, Jim Carter and RT Custer. Jim and RT share how they overcame some of their biggest business challenges and what they have planned for the next iteration of Fast Foundations Mastermind. RT explains how his watch company Vortic came out on top of a 6-year lawsuit against industry giant Hamilton. His passion and belief for upcycled watches kept him fighting when everyone around him, including his first attorney, a...
Feb 23, 2022•54 min•Ep. 587
What should you do with the equity in your home now that we have this exploding market? I’m a big fan of income producing properties, but I’m not a fan of saying that homeownership is an investment. At the end of the day, homeownership is a convenience, not something that’s making you money. I explain how you can practice smart lending techniques, put your money in a low fee index fund, and sit back and watch that home equity grow. Tune in to learn more about how to get the most out of homeowner...
Feb 21, 2022•14 min•Ep. 586
The quality of your questions determine the quality of your relationships. Today, Lori and I are sharing our top tips for how to get the answers that you’re looking for. We talk about creating an equal energy exchange and being self-aware and respectful of people’s time and resources. We discuss best practices for how to build your network and get on people’s radars. Trust me, we look back on some of the long-winded paragraphs that we’ve sent and we’re here to help you avoid making the same mist...
Feb 17, 2022•17 min•Ep. 585
You need to shed something big in order to become lighter on your feet, take a few steps back and get that running start to leap to your dreams. I know how hard it can be to turn down a sure income in order to pursue your passions, but you can’t create something extraordinary by sitting on the sidelines and taking ordinary actions. On today’s episode, I’m sharing examples of how Lori, Lewis Howes and I have all overcome the fear of instability in order to realize our biggest dreams and tips for ...
Feb 16, 2022•9 min•Ep. 584
Today, I’m sharing how you can create massive, life-changing and legacy-changing wealth through NFTs. I recently bought a piece of digital art from the Private Jet Pajama Party collection for several thousand dollars, which isn’t something that I ever thought I would be saying! The key to success with blockchain, NFTs and cryptocurrency is finding something that has the right people and moementum behind it to survive the inevitable bubble pop that’s going to happen in this industry. Listen in to...
Feb 14, 2022•13 min•Ep. 583
Today, we’re talking about how to find that missing link for your business, aka your ‘person.’ Lori and I discuss the different people who have been major supporters and catalysts of our career milestones. We share why it’s essential to your success to link up with people who are the integrators to your visions and our top three tips for building that relationship. Plus, we have an awesome update and offer for the Fast Foundations Mastermind! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Who our business ‘peo...
Feb 10, 2022•15 min•Ep. 582
Today, I’m joined by launch strategy experts Josh and Jill Stanton. They’re the powerhouse couple behind Screw the Nine to Five and The Wealthy Course Creator, which provide resources for coaches, consultants and course creators who want to profit off their expertise. They have a pay-to-play model that helps attract the right customers, generate higher conversion, and create a repeatable launch model. We discuss how they came up with this approach and why it’s so successful. They share their adv...
Feb 09, 2022•55 min•Ep. 581
On today’s episode, I’m joined by financial expert and Youtuber Anthony O’Neal. Anthony is a #1 national bestselling author and host of the popular financial podcast, The Table. He’s dedicated to teaching others how to obtain spiritual, mental and financial freedom and found his niche in guiding singles on how to maximize their financial power before committing to a relationship. Anthony is candid about his own journey to becoming debt-free and the inner work that’s had to take place to stay tha...
Feb 07, 2022•35 min•Ep. 580
Spirituality is one of the most significant pieces in the equation of creating sustainable wealth. If you’re not spiritually aligned and engaging in daily practices, you’re missing out on an opportunity to enhance your money making strategy. Now, whether you agree with me that spiritually is 60% influential or with Lori that it’s 100% (or somewhere in between), in this episode we break down our theories behind why spirituality is connected to wealth. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The compoundi...
Feb 03, 2022•20 min•Ep. 579
When I was spending time with my mom recently, she imparted some wisdom on me that I want to share with you all on today’s episode. She’s been making major progress with her health and fitness goals and said, “I’ve got a long way to go, but at least I’m traveling.” So many people don’t pursue their dreams and goals because the journey seems impossible. Today, I’m sharing some tips for how to break down your goals to make them more achievable and how to get over the fear of taking those first few...
Feb 02, 2022•10 min•Ep. 578
On our daily morning walk, Lori and I pass by massive construction sites for $10-20 million estates. Seeing the trucks lined up and the workers in full swing, it dawned on me that these homes are creating an entire economy for the people who work on them. I realized that I needed to add a little spin to my motto. Not only do good people do great things when they make good money, but they also create epic opportunities. And the money that these opportunities provide trickles down into the communi...
Jan 31, 2022•12 min•Ep. 577
You have to go through times of having little to no choice in order to earn your way into a season of massive choice. Today, Lori and I are talking about how we’ve gone through periods of hardcore hustle to set ourselves up for options in the future. Lori shares about finally landing speaking gigs at a price that she feels great about and I explain how amazing it feels to be free to schedule his days how I want. Choice is the best thing that success can buy and we’re sharing our secrets to getti...
Jan 27, 2022•15 min•Ep. 576
There are two types of people in business: the visionaries who see the future and know where they want to go with a product or service, and the integrators who actually get them there. No one can be both, and in today's episode, I explain why it’s more profitable to hire someone who complements your natural skill set instead of trying to do everything by yourself. I also provide examples of how you can get someone on board, even if you can’t provide them with a salary upfront. IN THIS EPISODE, W...
Jan 26, 2022•12 min•Ep. 575
Mark my words: a millionaire will be middle class in 10 years. I’m not saying this to scare you, but rather inspire you to get to work on creating legacy wealth. We’re so accustomed to instant gratification and the idea of getting in at the ‘right time.’ But while you’re waiting on the sidelines, other people are playing ball and hitting home run after home run. Make 2022 the year that you get yourself in the game and see the kind of wealth that you can build in 5 years, 10 years, and beyond. IN...
Jan 24, 2022•18 min•Ep. 574
You’ve probably heard the saying that luck is when opportunity meets preparation. We think it’s more like 90% hard work and timing with 10% magic sprinkled in. Today, we’re sharing about the ways that we’ve created our own luck. We talk about how we’ve transformed our mindset to focus on the lessons and growth that come from every challenging circumstance. We also discuss the reality of what goes on behind the scenes to get so “lucky.” Tune in to learn more about how you can create your own luck...
Jan 20, 2022•22 min•Ep. 573
We are so excited to share our conversation with one of the world’s biggest transformational coaches, Tony Robbins. We get into how to adapt and take action in 2022, his secrets for maintaining a happy marriage through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and details on his latest book and seminar project. Tony explains the importance of anticipating rather than reacting, and how to create a life where you’re constantly progressing. He gets real about what’s holding this generation back from ...
Jan 19, 2022•46 min•Ep. 572
Let’s face it: social media ads aren’t nearly as effective as they used to be. Lori and I have been thinking about how we can take our brands to the next level this year by taking the next step with PR. That’s why on today’s show, Lori and I sit down with PR expert Jen Gottlieb to discuss her modern, authentic approach to getting her clients on mainstream media platforms. Jen shares the methodology behind her ‘Be on TV’ Bootcamp and inspiring success stories of people who have gone through the p...
Jan 17, 2022•37 min•Ep. 571
If you increase your influence and become more aspirational, you will double the results of whatever goal you’ve set for 2022. Today, Lori and I discuss how to gain more influence online and why it’s important to share your aspirational lifestyle with your audience. We talk about how we’ve done this with our own platforms and simple steps that you can take in order to do the same. Tune in to learn more about how your influence and aspirations will make or break your year. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TAL...
Jan 13, 2022•11 min•Ep. 570
Why does 2022 have to be another year that you trudge through the mud financially? It doesn’t, and in fact, this could be the greatest financial year of your life that leads to annual abundance. Today, I’m sharing the two mindset shifts that you need in order to feel empowered and let go of financial fear this year. I get into how Lori and I rebuilt our bank accounts from below zero in 2009 to having 12 consecutive years of major financial growth. Tune in to hear more about how you can do the sa...
Jan 10, 2022•11 min•Ep. 569
We’re wrapping up this year by talking about our greatest wins from 2021 and what we wish for our listeners going into 2022. Lori discusses raising $2 million from 54 female investors and the unexpected ripple effects from that. Chris shares how grateful he is for the end-of-the-year abundance and how he got there. Tune in to hear more about the highlights and what energy we’re sending out to our listeners! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Staying disciplined and focused in order to get closer to...
Dec 30, 2021•13 min•Ep. 568
Today, I’m sharing three major tips for staying ahead of the financial game in 2022. I explain why you need to pay yourself first, factor in inflation, and lock in as many inflation-proof assets at low rates while they’re still around. Now, this is not to scare you, but rather empower you so that you can take advantage of the opportunities and mitigate the challenges that are coming your way. Listen to learn more about leveraging your assets and find financial freedom in the new year. IN THIS EP...
Dec 27, 2021•11 min•Ep. 567
Recently on one of our daily walks, we talked about how we need to create some non-negotiable guardrails for our 2022 highway of life 2022. Our lives demand so much of us, so we’ve decided to commit to three simple habits that will help us reach peak performance. Today, we’re detailing the small, consistent shifts that we’re making for next year and explaining why you should do the same. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The power of small habit changes Cutting back on alcohol consumption Getting ...
Dec 23, 2021•15 min•Ep. 566
People ask me all the time what my secret is to increasing my income and net worth significantly every year. Today, I’m sharing an example of how I do that by thinking outside the box and taking advantage of every opportunity that comes my way. Instead of giving up on trying to find a rental for our annual family holiday vacation, I invested in a used Suburban that’s not only a tax write off, but I can also create a new stream of income on the peer-to-peer car sharing app Turo. Tune in to hear m...
Dec 20, 2021•15 min•Ep. 565
Is it really the most wonderful time of the year? For so many of us, the holidays can be extremely stressful and actually take away from the spirit of gratitude and connecting with loved ones. That’s why about six years ago, we decided to create new traditions that actually get us excited about spending time with family without sacrificing what makes us feel good mentally, spiritually, and physically. We share our top tips and ideas for how to reimagine the holiday season and some things that we...
Dec 16, 2021•14 min•Ep. 564
Buying and selling a home in 2021 has been a wild ride. In today’s episode, I share a cautionary tale about how a realtor’s overconfidence lost him a major sale that Lori and I were ready to sign on the dotted line for. I talk about how to put your ego aside, regardless of what’s going on in the economy. It can be tempting to relax and ride the wave, but staying focused and disciplined is what’s going to take you far. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: My home buying experience in this crazy market...
Dec 15, 2021•12 min•Ep. 563
The holidays are my favorite time of year, hands down. The lights, the trees, the movies–it’s all magical. But back when Lori and I were living beyond our means, the pressure we put on ourselves to get the most extravagant gifts for our family caused us major stress at the end of the year. In today’s episode, I’m talking about how we’ve switched the focus from presents under the tree to really tapping into each other's love languages and enjoying the holiday season with our family. I’m sharing s...
Dec 13, 2021•10 min•Ep. 562
We’re live from our LA Airbnb with a fun update: we got the house in Scottsdale! We’re super excited to have one out of two homes checked off the list, but this whole process has inspired us to talk about the effects of decision fatigue. If you feel exhausted and can’t pinpoint why, you might be stalled out with too many decisions. We’re sharing tips for how to close the open loops that are keeping you in limbo so you can move forward with a clear mind. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How decisi...
Dec 09, 2021•9 min•Ep. 561
I’m building a business in the most unfamiliar territory that I could ever find myself in: tech. Why would I do such a crazy thing? Because I have the vision to take the intimidation, fear and shame out of borrowing with a peer-to-peer lending app. Today, I’m sharing how I’ve built a team to help bring my idea to life and how you can take action on your own million dollar idea, too. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Three things you need to bring your vision to life Being intentional and strategic...
Dec 08, 2021•9 min•Ep. 560
A friend of mine once lost $80 million in 24 hours. What he didn’t lose was his experience, drive and ability to climb back to the top again. Long story short; he didn’t let that loss stop him and he has completely recovered. In today’s episode, I’m giving you all the tips and inspiration to learn where your true financial security comes from and how to leverage these assets to achieve your big goals and earn the financial freedom you deserve. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What the true assets...
Dec 06, 2021•9 min•Ep. 559
While we were staying at an Airbnb in Newport last week, we went on an evening walk and overheard one family say, “we used to go to college, because that’s where the knowledge was”, and it just hit us like a ton of bricks. Today, we’re talking about going where the knowledge is depending on the industry that you’re looking to build a career in. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Going where the knowledge is today, not yesterday Figuring out where you need to be based on the industry you’re building...
Dec 02, 2021•10 min•Ep. 558