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Join us, your hosts, Matthew Grishman and Jim Gebhardt, for an insightful journey through the various facets of life's milestones and personal growth in this episode. Reflecting on the graduation season, we explore the idea that graduation is not just an end but a midpoint in life's journey, emphasizing the importance of taking time to reflect on accomplishments and future directions.
We then shift our focus to the financial side of things, where Jim recounts an interesting lunch with fellow advisors. This discussion highlights our evolving mindset from competition to collaboration, striving to be the best versions of ourselves. By measuring success through self-improvement and overcoming a fixed mindset, we share practical steps and personal anecdotes to illustrate the broader theme of gradual, consistent growth. We emphasize the significance of small actions and the importance of fostering a growth mindset to better serve our community.
Finally, we close with a realization of the truest sense of graduation in a personal revelation.


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Chapter Summaries
(00:00) Reflections on Graduation Season
Gratitude, family time, graduation season, reflection on accomplishments and future directions.

(10:45) Evolving Beyond Competition and Comparison
Collaborative mindset shift from competition to growth, measuring success by past selves, overcoming fixed mindset, gradual self-improvement.

(19:04) Progress Over Perfection
Nature's "awareness principle" and using tools like the "say no more" list to reduce unhealthy habits and embrace imperfections.

(28:23) The Power of Perspective
Transformative power of growth mindset, personal health crisis, self-sufficiency, financial sobriety journey, patience, and personal development.

Unlock the secrets to financial stability and emotional fulfillment in this latest episode, where your hosts Jim Gebhardt and Matthew Grishman promise to provide you with actionable insights to master your finances and enrich your life experiences. We start on a high note, celebrating personal victories such as finally perfecting that elusive golf swing with a little help from friends. There's also an uplifting story about Jim's daughter's adventurous cross-country road trip as she embarks on her graduate school journey, bringing a mix of excitement and anticipation into the discussion.

Transitioning to financial planning, get introduced to the innovative "money barrels" framework. Discover how segmenting your retirement funds into different timeframes—now, soon, later, and never—can optimize your portfolio and enhance your financial security. The guys delve into the nitty-gritty details of managing cash flow and assets, emphasizing how the "now" and "never" barrels can contribute to peace of mind and long-term stability, especially for those nearing retirement.

Lastly, see how your hosts tackle the ever-important topic of risk management within investment portfolios. Using cutting-edge tools like Nitrogen software, they'll help you understand your risk tolerance and make informed decisions about your investments. Our goal is to guide you to protecting the wealth you've worked so hard to build.

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HIGHLIGHT TIMESTAMPS
(03:28 - 04:21) Investment Strategy Recap and Implementation
(07:36 - 08:36) Unlocking Awareness Around Portfolio Design
(16:59 - 18:09) Wealth Preservation and Family Planning
(22:09 - 24:16) Wealth Planning and Financial Security
(33:04 - 34:15) Long-Term Barrel Investment Strategy
(36:58 - 38:59) Financial Planning and the 4% Rule
(45:59 - 47:20) Risk Management With Emotional Measurement
(49:29 - 51:03) Managing Risk Through Financial Allocation

CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS
(00:00) Focus on Gratitude and Excitement
(03:28) Money Barrels Framework for Investments
(11:36) Financial Planning and Wealth Management
(20:29) Financial Planning
(33:44) Constructing the Future Financial Portfolio
(45:14) Understanding and Managing Investment Risk
(50:40) Building Wealth With Financial Sobriety

SHORT CHAPTER SUMMARIES(00:00) Focus on Gratitude and Excitement

Gratitude for sports achievements, excitement for family member's return and cross-country road trip adventures at national parks.

(03:28) Money Barrels Framework for Investments

Retirement funds can be optimized by segmenting investments into different "money barrels" based on timeframe.

(11:36) Financial Planning and Wealth Management

Managing cash flow and assets for financial stability, including liquid reserves and preserving certain assets for long-term security.

(20:29) Financial Planning

Maximize financial resources throughout life, use money intentionally for experiences and loved ones, identify needs for security and fulfillment.

(33:44) Constructing the Future Financial Portfolio

Nature's "barrels" of investment, risk tolerance, time frames, and retirement planning with the 4% rule.

(45:14) Understanding and Managing Investment Risk

Nitrogen's software helps clients understand risk tolerance and adjust 401k allocation, considering market conditions and buffered ETFs.

(50:40) Building Wealth With Financial Sobriety

Approach wealth management from a position of strength, be aware of risks, protect your financial future.

Ever wondered how a simple gesture like remembering someone's name can transform a relationship? Join your hosts, Matthew Grishman and Jim Gebhardt as they chat with David Woods Bartley, who shares how name recall can have a profound impact on human connections. Through heartwarming stories, David illustrates the mutual uplift that comes from acts as simple as remembering a pet's name or holding a door open, emphasizing the deep benefits of empathy and thoughtful engagement.

Davis also takes you inside a psychiatric health facility, where the kindness and humanity of medical professionals and loved ones are put on full display. He shares his journey through the facility, highlighting the life-saving power of support networks and how financial stability plays a crucial role in empowering us to serve others better. His personal anecdotes and analogies, like the importance of slowing down to make meaningful connections, provide a fresh perspective on mental health recovery and the role patience and empathy play in it.

Finally, the conversation touches on the mental health crisis and the necessity of self-care, spotlighting the bravery of public figures like Simone Biles and Michael Phelps who prioritize their mental well-being. By setting daily intentions to connect with others, David shows how we can break the isolation that sadness often brings. From handwritten notes to simple texts, we explore the small acts of kindness that foster hope, purpose, and community, setting the stage for future discussions on the intersection of mental health and financial decisions that can be impacted by it.

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Ph: 916-247-6389
email: david@davidwoodsbartley.com
Website: www.davidwoodsbartley.com

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This is an encore episode from David Woods Bartley on his personal journey in dealing with depression, attempted suicide and mental health issues. With May being Mental Health Awareness month, it seemed appropriate for your hosts, Matthew Grishman and Jim Gebhardt to pull one of the great episodes from the archives on mental health as it continues to get significant interest.

You'll hear poignant personal stories into the crucial role mental health plays across various age groups. They'll touch on the troubling rise in teen depression and anxiety, and discuss the loneliness epidemic that transcends age, exacerbated by our digital lives. This conversation is a tribute to the progress we've made in openly discussing mental health and a reminder of the power of dialogue, as demonstrated by the inspiring journey of our guest, mental health advocate David Woods Bartley.

David joins us to shed light on the intricate web connecting our financial, interpersonal, and self-relationships. Our narratives reveal the pressing issue of suicide within the military and the transformative potential of empathy and connection. This dialogue is a celebration of the profound impact that being present for others can have, both for their survival and our own well-being.

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In this episode, Matthew & Jim attempt to unlock the secrets of savvy investing with a deeper-dive into the heart of a company's financial health. They'll work to make sense of the overwhelming digital information landscape, guiding you through the process of vetting a company's leadership, culture, and values with the latest AI and online tools. This episode isn't just about numbers; it's about aligning your investments with your principles, prioritizing the human element in business for a more impactful and conscientious portfolio. You'll emerge with a sharper eye for the essentials—revenue growth, debt management, and profitability—in an era where financial data is more accessible than ever.

Strategic stock selection takes center stage as the guys share personal narratives and expert insights on navigating the market's ups and downs. The discussion goes beyond basic investment advice, tapping into the psychology of investor behaviors and debunking 'Gebhardt's law.' You'll learn why diversification is more than a buzzword, as evidenced by a tale of teaching the next generation about investing through familiar brands. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions, sidestep common pitfalls, and confidently manage your portfolio through volatile times.

In the complex dance of buying low and selling high, discipline is your most reliable partner. There's an art to letting go of stocks, revealing key signals for when it's time to sell and the importance of a rules-based strategy to eliminate emotional bias. And there's more in the discussion on buffered ETFs demystifying their structure and potential in your investment mix, offering an analytical look at their performance through recent market swings. From missed opportunities to strategic victories, hear candid experiences that illustrate the nuances of these investment vehicles, helping you craft a strategy grounded in firsthand knowledge and astute market observation.

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Matthew enjoys a little baseball nostalgia this episode as the discussion of stocks gets underway. This episode, your hosts begin to unpack the complexities of the stock market from a variety of different perspectives starting with the types of players in the market and closing the episode with a better understanding of just what a stock is and how to begin to lear a little bit more about that stock before you actually take ownership.

You're going to get a little deeper into the investment playbook as the guys analyze the various players in the stock market game, from high-stakes gamblers to the meticulous professional investors and portfolio jugglers. With personal stories, sprinkled with the lessons of industry titans like Warren Buffett, this episode is an education in cultivating the right mindset for managing investments.

Capturing the comprehension of the ways stocks can be bought and bundled, learn the evolution of retirement investment options, the consequent rise of mutual funds and a description of and value created by ETFs. (Electronic Funds Transfer. ) Discussing the challenges and innovations in retirement planning, this episode demystifies the selection process for your investment portfolio with personal anecdotes and a spotlight on financial literacy. Closing out the discussion with a critical eye on the business and analyzing how a profit-over-people mentality, exemplified by owners like baseball's John Fisher of the Athletics, can strike out with customers often resulting in a losing business proposition.

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