The Picture of Wealth

Dustin Serviss

What if wealth wasn’t just about what you have—but how you live? Hosted by Dustin Serviss—entrepreneur, author, and founder of Serviss Wealth—The Picture of Wealth is a curated lab of ideas, conversations, and experiments exploring the intersection of money, performance, longevity, and lifestyle design. This isn’t another financial podcast obsessed with spreadsheets and stock picks. It’s for high-performing business owners, professionals, and families who want to optimize their life’s work and live with intention—today. From blood panels to business strategy, family legacy to financial independence, you’ll learn what it takes to thrive across every area of life—without burning out, selling out, or settling. Real guests. Big ideas. Tactical tools. This is a documentary of modern thinkers building legendary lives. Welcome to The Picture of Wealth.

  1. AUG 18

    Why Accountants Can Be Natural Business Builders with Sarah Dobek

    In this episode, Dustin sits down with Sarah Dobek, founder of Inovautus Consulting, a growth and marketing strategist exclusively serving accounting professionals and firms. With over 20 years of industry experience, Sarah shares how accountants—often viewed as introverted and numbers-focused—can unlock their potential as relationship builders, advisors, and natural salespeople. What You'll Learn: Why consultative selling plays to the strengths of accounting professionalsHow to reframe “sales” into “problem solving” to grow your firmThe fastest-growing advisory service areas in accounting firms todayHow AI, automation, and tools like Fathom are transforming client relationshipsActionable tips for young accountants to develop business generation skills (including Sarah’s favorite “TED” questioning framework) Sarah also dives into the evolving CPA firm landscape in 2025, balancing innovation and tradition, and why building human connection—not just technical skill—will define the future success of accounting professionals. Highlights: The mindset shift accountants need to embrace business developmentReal stories of firms achieving long-term growth through relationship-first sellingHow forward-thinking firms are adding new service lines beyond tax and auditInsights on balancing people, processes, and tech in the age of AI If you’re an accountant, CPA, or professional looking to grow with more intention, this episode is packed with relatable insights and actionable strategies. Listen now and take the first step toward building a more proactive, profitable, and balanced accounting career. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share The Picture of Wealth Follow @thepictureofwealth on Instagram More episodes and resources at: thepictureofwealth.com

    41 min
  2. AUG 11

    From Hustle to High Class: How Melissa Simpson Redefined Success on Her Own Terms

    In this episode of The Picture of Wealth Podcast, we sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur and sales coach Melissa Simpson, founder of High Class Hustle. Melissa built a multi-million-dollar real estate career before completely re-engineering her life to pursue freedom, balance, and joy—without sacrificing business success. Melissa shares her journey from burnout to building a lifestyle business that aligns with her core values. We unpack her systems for creating consistent income, her bold boundary-setting practices, and the mindset shifts that allowed her to work less while living more. From real estate to entrepreneurship, from mom life to travel adventures across 50+ countries, Melissa offers practical and empowering strategies to help you design success on your terms. In this episode: Ditching the feast-or-famine cycle and building sustainable income streamsBalancing high performance with freedom and family lifeThe power of scheduling and micro-decisions to create the life you actually wantWhy boldness and boundary-setting are key to reclaiming time and energyTips for entrepreneurs to break out of survival mode and embrace growth with ease Melissa’s story is a reminder that your business should support your life—not the other way around. Connect Melissa Simpson: Website: www.highclasshustle.co LinkedIn: Melissa Simpson 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share The Picture of Wealth Follow @thepictureofwealth on Instagram More episodes and resources at: thepictureofwealth.com

    33 min
  3. AUG 4

    How Lucas Matiello Helps Leaders Master Confident Speaking

    In this episode of The Picture of Wealth Podcast, we’re joined by international communications expert and TEDx speaking coach Lucas Matiello, founder of Level Up Living. From struggling with anxiety to coaching over 1,000 leaders—including TEDx speakers—Lucas shares his journey and insights into building confidence through the art of public speaking. Lucas breaks down the misconceptions around public speaking, showing how it extends far beyond keynote addresses—whether it’s leading a team meeting, giving a wedding toast, or presenting at a boardroom. He shares why so many professionals avoid speaking engagements and how overcoming this fear unlocks career breakthroughs, leadership presence, and even more fulfilling personal moments. Inside the episode: The real reason people fear public speaking—and how to overcome itThe difference between “survival speaking” and “speaking to inspire”Tactical tips on storytelling, engagement, and creating memorable momentsWhy the goal is not to be vanilla, but to embrace your own bold “flavor”Lessons from working with executives, leaders, and entrepreneurs around the worldBehind-the-scenes of Lucas’ own transformation and growth through Strategic Coach Lucas reminds us that communication is a career accelerator and life enhancer—and that confidence is a skill anyone can build with the right training. Where to find Lucas: www.levelupliving.com www.level5leaders.com (Corporate & Leadership Training) 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share The Picture of Wealth Follow @thepictureofwealth on Instagram More episodes and resources at: thepictureofwealth.com

    38 min
5
out of 5
15 Ratings

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What if wealth wasn’t just about what you have—but how you live? Hosted by Dustin Serviss—entrepreneur, author, and founder of Serviss Wealth—The Picture of Wealth is a curated lab of ideas, conversations, and experiments exploring the intersection of money, performance, longevity, and lifestyle design. This isn’t another financial podcast obsessed with spreadsheets and stock picks. It’s for high-performing business owners, professionals, and families who want to optimize their life’s work and live with intention—today. From blood panels to business strategy, family legacy to financial independence, you’ll learn what it takes to thrive across every area of life—without burning out, selling out, or settling. Real guests. Big ideas. Tactical tools. This is a documentary of modern thinkers building legendary lives. Welcome to The Picture of Wealth.