Mindset + Skillset: Align Values to Build Wealth

Today’s episode features a dynamic conversation with Keala Kanae, a true testament to the power of mindset in achieving extraordinary success. Keala’s journey is as inspiring as it is educational—he went from working as a minimum-wage barista and struggling with 12 years of failed attempts, to building and exiting an eight-figure education company. Now, he dedicates his work to helping founders, investors, and high performers reach their next level through deep mindset transformation and personal development.

Dave dives in with Keala to unlock what really separates high achievers from everyone else. If you’ve ever felt “stuck” despite investing in books, courses, and skill-building, this episode is for you. Keala shares how most barriers to success aren’t about lacking skill or opportunity, but about being misaligned with our true values and purpose—a lesson rooted in the science of axiology, or the study of values.

Listeners will discover how to move from short-term motivation to lasting inspiration, align goals with personal values for effortless progress, and avoid the common pitfalls of self-sabotage and procrastination. This conversation is packed with actionable wisdom and science-backed strategies to help you unlock more purpose, fulfillment, and wealth.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. Keala’s personal journey from minimum wage to entrepreneurial success
2. The difference between skill set and mindset—and why both are essential
3. The science of values (axiology) and how to align your goals with your true values
4. Practical strategies to replace motivation with durable inspiration for lasting achievement