Make Your Passion Pay

LuAnn Buechler

Welcome to Make Your Passion Pay, hosted by LuAnn Buechler, a seasoned leader with a master’s degree in Hospitality Administration and a recipient of the TLC Award for Leadership. This podcast is designed for business owners who have left toxic environments to create their own thriving workplaces but find themselves struggling with team building and mindset. Join LuAnn as she shares insights and strategies to help you cultivate joy and a positive mindset in your business and personal life. Drawing from her experience working with renowned leaders like Dr. Ivan Misner, LuAnn guides you in building a supportive community and mastering the art of people management. Each episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories to empower you to transform your work environment into one that reflects your values and passions. Tune in to discover how to lead with joy, foster meaningful connections, and truly make your passion pay.

  1. 3d ago

    How to Increase Business Profits Through Education with Jonny Havey

    What if one of the greatest opportunities to grow your business is already within your existing customers, employees, and systems? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I'm joined by Jonny Havey, founder of eLearning Partners, business consultant, and former CPA and IT auditor at PwC, for an insightful conversation about business profitability, customer education, employee training, and using education as a competitive advantage. Jonny shares his entrepreneurial journey, from writing movie reviews in college to discovering the power of online education and building a business that helps organizations improve profitability through strategic learning experiences. We explore how business owners can identify hidden profit leaks, strengthen customer relationships, improve employee and customer retention, and create greater value through education. Jonny also shares practical examples of how businesses of all sizes can use learning programs to support their customers, increase product adoption, and create additional revenue opportunities. In this episode, you'll discover:How to identify hidden profit leaks and uncover opportunities for business growthWhy customer and employee education can become a powerful competitive advantageHow education can improve customer retention, product adoption, and profitabilityThe importance of aligning business goals with the results customers and employees want to achieveHow tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) can guide smarter business decisionsWhy combining online learning with coaching or consulting can create greater valueHow business owners can use education to build stronger relationships and support long-term success One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation is Jonny's perspective on education as an expression of caring. When we equip our customers and employees with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed, we create opportunities for everyone to benefit. We also discuss how education connects with building a thriving workplace culture and how business owners can turn their expertise into meaningful learning experiences that support sustainable growth. Tune in for a practical conversation about entrepreneurship, business strategy, eLearning, customer experience, leadership, and increasing business profitability. Let's make your passion pay! Join Jonny's Plug the Profit Leak Challenge! Ready to uncover opportunities for greater profitability in your business?Jonny invites business owners and leaders to participate in his Plug the Profit Leak Challenge, a three-day group consulting experience designed to help you identify potential profit leaks, gain clarity around your priorities, and make more strategic decisions about where to invest your time, money, and energy. During the challenge, you'll explore how to align the results your business needs with the value you're creating for your customers and team. The next challenge takes place November 3rd-5th, 2026, with additional sessions offered monthly. Learn more and register for the Plug the Profit Leak Challenge:https://www.e-learningpartners.com/a/2148342665/L6kgaLCp More Resources from Jonny Explore additional ways to use education to support business growth, improve customer experiences, and create lasting value. Free eLearning Masterclass:https://www.e-learningpartners.com/a/2147499455/L6kgaLCp Explore eLearning Partners:https://www.e-learningpartners.com/a/2147520090/L6kgaLCp eLearning Simplified:https://www.e-learningpartners.com/a/2147522374/L6kgaLCp Meet Jonny Jonny Havey is the founder of eLearning Partners, a business consultant, and former CPA and IT auditor at PwC. He partners with forward-thinking business owners and teams within S&P 500 companies to identify and eliminate hidden profit leaks by turning education into a competitive advantage. Through his work, Jonny helps organizations use customer and employee education to improve product adoption, strengthen retention, increase profitability, and create meaningful business results. Connect with Jonny Connect with Jonny to learn more about eLearning strategies, business profitability, and creating educational experiences that help businesses and their customers thrive. Website: https://e-learningpartners.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnyhavey/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@e-learningpartners Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website https://luannb.com/ and connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buechlerluann/ and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuAnnBuechlerCoach ! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    How to Increase Business Profits Through Education with Jonny Havey
  2. 3d ago

    Exploring Business Ownership & Franchise Opportunities with Kim Boike

    What if your next career opportunity could bring greater freedom, flexibility, and financial possibilities? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I'm joined by Kim Boike, Career Ownership Coach® with The Entrepreneur's Source, for an insightful conversation about career transitions, business ownership, franchising, and creating a future aligned with your personal and professional goals. Kim helps professionals explore new career possibilities through an educational, discovery-based coaching process. Whether you're considering entrepreneurship, exploring franchise opportunities, or looking for greater flexibility in your career, Kim shares how gaining clarity and staying curious can help you make informed decisions. We also discuss the importance of aligning your career choices with four key areas: Income, Lifestyle, Wealth, and Equity, and how understanding your priorities can open the door to opportunities you may have yet to consider. In this episode, you'll discover: What a Career Ownership Coach® does and how the process worksHow to explore business ownership and franchising opportunitiesWhy clarity, curiosity, and an open mind are valuable when considering a career changeHow Income, Lifestyle, Wealth, and Equity can guide your decisionsDifferent business ownership models, including semi-absentee ownership and multiple income streamsThe importance of researching opportunities and finding the right fit for your goalsHow a supportive coaching process can help you confidently determine your next stepKim also shares her personal journey from a 27-year career in education to becoming a franchise business owner herself. Her experience reinforces the importance of creating a career that supports the lifestyle, flexibility, and future you envision. One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation is the reminder that greater clarity comes through curiosity, education, and exploring what's possible. Tune in for a practical conversation about entrepreneurship, career development, franchise ownership, business opportunities, and creating a life and career that align with your passions and goals. Let's make your passion pay! Meet Kim Kim Boike is a Career Ownership Coach® with The Entrepreneur's Source, where she helps professionals explore business ownership and franchising as an alternative to traditional employment. Through an educational and discovery-based process, Kim helps people gain clarity around their goals, identify opportunities that align with their desired income, lifestyle, and long-term wealth, and confidently determine their next step.  Connect with Kim Website: https://kboike.esourcecoach.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-boike-979731183/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093976004619Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kboike_tes/ Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Exploring Business Ownership & Franchise Opportunities with Kim Boike
  3. Oct 20

    Finding Inner Peace, Clarity & Purpose Through Healing with Pamela Marko

    What if creating a more joyful and fulfilling life begins with reconnecting with yourself? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I'm joined by my dear friend Pamela Marko, Healing Touch Practitioner, Minister of Healing, spiritual teacher, and founder of Gentle Healing Hands, for a meaningful conversation about healing, self-discovery, inner peace, and creating space for personal growth. Pamela shares her personal journey into energy healing and how learning to trust her inner wisdom helped her discover her purpose. We explore the importance of slowing down, listening to ourselves, and creating supportive spaces where we can reconnect with who we truly are. We also discuss the power of community, meaningful friendships, and intentionally creating a vision for the future. In this episode, you'll discover: Pamela's perspective on energy healing and reconnecting with yourselfHow creating space for reflection can bring greater clarity and inner peaceWhy listening to your inner wisdom supports personal growthThe importance of meaningful friendships and supportive communitiesHow embracing your authentic self can lead to greater joy and fulfillmentThe value of creating a vision for 2027 with clarity, purpose, and intentionOne of my favorite takeaways from Pamela is her reminder that our journey of healing is also a journey of coming home to ourselves. By creating space to reflect, reconnect, and listen to our inner wisdom, we open ourselves to new possibilities. Pamela also shares insights from her memoir, My Incredible Journey Through Oz, which explores the life experiences that shaped her personal healing journey and inspired her work today. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about healing, mindfulness, self-discovery, personal development, and creating a life filled with greater peace, clarity, and purpose. Let's make your passion pay! Join Us for The JOY of Becoming Retreat!  Pamela and I are excited to co-host The JOY of Becoming Retreat, December 4–6, 2026, at Mount Carmel Retreat Center in Alexandria, Minnesota. This special weekend is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, experience meaningful connections with other women, and create a vision for the year ahead. Through guided reflection, meditation, sound healing, creative activities, and The Passion Test, we'll explore what matters most to you and help you step into 2027 with renewed clarity, confidence, and intention. Register for The JOY of Becoming Retreat:https://link.fastpaydirect.com/payment-link/69ea222c557558e89e522918 Meet Pamela  Pamela Marko is a Healing Touch Practitioner, Minister of Healing, spiritual teacher, meditation and sound healing facilitator, and Angel Card reader who believes our healing journey is about coming home to ourselves. Through her own journey of trauma and healing, her work with Gentle Healing Hands, and her memoir My Incredible Journey Through Oz, Pamela inspires others to trust their inner wisdom, embrace who they are, and discover what is possible on the other side of fear. Connect with Pamela Connect with Pamela to explore healing practices, meditation, spiritual growth, and opportunities to reconnect with your inner wisdom. Website: https://www.gentlehealinghands.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gentlehealinghands1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamelagentlehealinghands/ Interested in exploring healing work with Pamela? Visit her website to learn more about her services and how to connect with her. Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Finding Inner Peace, Clarity & Purpose Through Healing with Pamela Marko
  4. Oct 19

    Resilience, Accountability & Personal Growth with Barbara Ringrose

    In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I’m joined by Barbara Ringrose, founder of WOW: Women Optimizing Women, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, personal growth, accountability, and the power of community in helping women thrive personally and professionally. Barbara shares her remarkable journey from building a successful business to navigating life-changing circumstances that led her and her three young children to a women's shelter. Through education, perseverance, and the support of others, she created a new path forward and discovered her passion for empowering women. That passion eventually inspired her to create WOW: Women Optimizing Women, a supportive community dedicated to helping women recognize their potential, build meaningful connections, and pursue their personal and professional goals. In this episode, you'll discover: How resilience and determination can open doors to new opportunitiesThe importance of accountability, commitment, and integrity in business and lifeWhy meaningful relationships and community support are essential for personal growthHow education and lifelong learning can create opportunities for transformationThe value of building trust through honesty and consistent actionsHow women can encourage, empower, and elevate one anotherBarbara also shares her perspective on commitment, communication, and consequences, emphasizing how our everyday choices and actions reflect our values and shape our relationships. One of the most meaningful takeaways from our conversation is the importance of recognizing the experiences that shape each person's journey. Every woman has a story, and through genuine connection, encouragement, and shared wisdom, we can help one another rise. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about women's empowerment, resilience, leadership, personal development, and the power of community. Let's make your passion pay! Meet Barbara Barbara Ringrose is the founder of WOW: Women Optimizing Women, a diverse and supportive community dedicated to helping professional, career-minded women recognize their true potential and create the personal and professional lifestyles they desire. Through WOW, Barbara has spent more than a decade bringing women together to share experiences, build meaningful relationships, and support one another's growth. Her mission centers on educating, elevating, and empowering others, guided by the belief that every woman deserves to rise. Connect with Barbara Connect with Barbara to learn more about WOW: Women Optimizing Women and discover opportunities for meaningful connections, personal growth, and professional development. WOW Website: https://wowwomenus.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WOWWomenOptimizingWomen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-ringrose-121865245/ WOW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WOWWOMENUS/videos OptimizeHer2 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OptimizeHer2 Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Resilience, Accountability & Personal Growth with Barbara Ringrose
  5. Oct 12

    Build Courage & Confidence to Pursue Your Passion with Jennie Milton

    What could happen if you practiced courage just like you practice any other skill? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I’m joined by Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton, professional speaker, author, extreme sports athlete, and courage expert, for an inspiring conversation about building courage, growing your confidence, following your passions, and taking meaningful action toward the life you want. Jennie’s entrepreneurial journey began at 19 when she opened Adrenaline Sports, which grew into one of Australia’s largest snowboard and rollerblade stores. Her passion for adventure eventually led her to extreme sports and becoming an Australian Kitesurfing Champion at 48.  Through her adventures, Jennie developed a powerful approach she calls “Schedule Your Fear.” By putting a challenging goal on the calendar, she discovered how a clear destination can inspire preparation, action, and courage.  In this episode, you’ll discover: How to turn your passions into opportunitiesWhat it means to Schedule Your FearHow small “courage reps” can strengthen your courageHow taking courageous action can build confidenceHow visualization can help you prepare for your goalsHow Jennie discovered a new passion for professional speakingWhy pursuing what lights you up can create greater fulfillmentOne of my favorite takeaways from Jennie is that courage comes first, and confidence becomes the reward. Each courage rep gives us another opportunity to take action, expand what feels possible, and celebrate our progress.  Jennie also shares how three brain surgeries opened a new chapter in her life. Speaking on stage gave her the energy and excitement she loves from extreme sports, along with a new opportunity to share her story and inspire others.  Tune in for an energizing conversation about courage, confidence, entrepreneurship, personal development, pursuing your passions, and taking the next step toward what lights you up. Let’s make your passion pay! Meet Jennie Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton is a professional speaker, author, extreme sports athlete, and courage expert who has built a life and career around following her passions. From becoming an Australian Kitesurfing Champion at 48 to reinventing herself as a keynote speaker after three brain surgeries, Jennie now teaches others how to Schedule Your Fear, practice courage, and turn what lights them up into a life and business they love. See Jennie & LuAnn at the Fearless Women’s Summit Jennie and LuAnn will both take the stage at the Fearless Women’s Summit in Bozeman, Montana, on January 30, 2027! Join them for an inspiring day filled with powerful speakers, meaningful connections, courageous stories, and opportunities to take your next bold step.  Event Details & Tickets: https://www.fearlessbozeman.com/Learn More: https://onewoman.ca/fearless-womens-summit-bozeman-2027/Fearless Bozeman Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BJSzz4eHB/ Connect with Jennie Website: https://jenniemilton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniemilton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrenajen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adrenajen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adrenajenChildren’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLVCXYS9 Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Build Courage & Confidence to Pursue Your Passion with Jennie Milton
  6. Oct 5

    Business Clarity: How to Create Your Next Best Step with Carolyn Watt

    Clarity can give you the confidence to choose your direction, communicate what matters, and take meaningful action in your business. In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I’m joined by Carolyn Watt, Business Clarity Strategist, creator of the Reboot Framework, and co-host of the PowerUp PowerOn podcast, for a thought-provoking conversation about business clarity, communication, core values, and the patterns that shape our choices. Carolyn believes clarity unfolds over time. Through meaningful conversation, thoughtful questions, and conscious awareness, we can hear our own ideas differently, recognize patterns, and identify the next best step forward. In this episode, you’ll discover: How conversation can help create greater clarityWhy the words we choose matter in business and lifeHow recognizing patterns can open the door to new choicesWhy core values provide direction for your businessHow clear communication strengthens your message and relationshipsThe connection between personal values and the way you lead your businessHow meaningful conversations can strengthen networking and connectionWhy clarity is an ongoing journeyCarolyn also shares an important reminder: “The way you power yourself is the way you power your business.” Your personal values, choices, and way of showing up naturally become part of the way you lead and grow your business.  We also explore the value of meaningful conversation in networking. Carolyn approaches networking with the goal of having two or three great conversations, creating space for genuine connection and stronger relationships.  Tune in for an insightful conversation about business clarity, communication, core values, conscious choices, personal development, networking, and creating a business aligned with who you are today. Let’s make your passion pay! Meet Carolyn Carolyn Watt is a Business Clarity Strategist who helps women 40+ slow down, think clearly about what’s next, and build a business that fits who they are now. Drawing on more than four decades in business and a background in psychology, NLP, and plain language, she helps women recognize patterns, challenge assumptions, and turn clarity into meaningful action. Carolyn is the creator of the Reboot Framework and co-host of the PowerUp PowerOn podcast. Connect with Carolyn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynwattprofile/Reboot Business Coaching on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RebootBusinessCoachingPowerUp PowerOn Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/powerup-poweron-podcast/id1872464509?l=nb Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Business Clarity: How to Create Your Next Best Step with Carolyn Watt
  7. Sep 28

    Entrepreneurship & Leadership: Building a Business Through People and Community with Matt Estrin

    What does it take to turn a passion into a thriving business and continue growing as an entrepreneur along the way? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with Matt Estrin, entrepreneur, author, and founder and CEO of 477 Distilling, to talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, core values, community, creativity, and the lessons that come from building businesses firsthand. After spending 15 years as a pastor, Matt felt a growing pull toward a new passion. That journey led him into distilling and eventually sparked an even greater passion for entrepreneurship. Over the past several years, he has launched seven businesses and discovered how much he loves creating businesses, developing people, and encouraging fellow entrepreneurs. One of Matt’s biggest lessons is the importance of getting out into your community. Building relationships, becoming a familiar face, participating in networking organizations, serving on boards, and supporting local causes have all played a meaningful role in growing his businesses. His philosophy is simple: the more your community knows, likes, and trusts you, the more opportunities you create for people to support your business. We also explore how Matt’s core values guide his businesses. His teams focus on serving people, supporting the community, and embracing creativity. These values shape the customer experience while giving employees opportunities to contribute their ideas, use their talents, and take ownership of their work. In this episode, you’ll discover: How passion can evolve into a new entrepreneurial pathWhy community involvement can support business growthHow core values guide leadership and company cultureWays networking and relationship building create business opportunitiesHow empowering your team develops stronger leadersWhy creativity and collaboration strengthen the customer experienceHow working on your business creates greater freedom for the ownerWhy people, purpose, and persistence are powerful parts of entrepreneurshipMatt shares a great example of team empowerment through the creative process at 477 Distilling. His employees collaborate to develop new cocktail menus, with team members contributing their own creations. Giving his people opportunities to lead and create allows their talents to shine while giving Matt more time to build relationships throughout his community. This conversation is a great reminder that business success reaches far beyond a great product or service. People, relationships, community, creativity, and intentional leadership can create the foundation for a business that grows and makes a meaningful impact. Tune in for an energizing conversation about entrepreneurship, small business growth, leadership development, company culture, networking, community involvement, and turning your passion into a business you love. Let’s make your passion pay! Meet Matt Matt Estrin is an entrepreneur, author, and founder and CEO of 477 Distilling, who spent 15 years as a pastor before taking the leap into business ownership. Over the past seven years, he has launched seven businesses while gaining firsthand experience in entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, and building strong teams. His book, I Know the Owner: From Holy Water to Happy Hour, shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey and his belief in the power of purpose, people, and persistence. During the interview, Matt shared that the book is scheduled for release on October 6 and is currently available for pre-order through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Connect with Matt Website: https://www.mattestrin.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-estrin-223125113 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattestrin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.estrin.3 I Know the Owner: From Holy Water to Happy Hour:Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Know-Owner-Entrepreneurial-Journey-Water/dp/B0H86RX4M9Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-know-the-owner-matt-estrin/1150671287?ean=9798897473090 Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Entrepreneurship & Leadership: Building a Business Through People and Community with Matt Estrin
  8. Sep 21

    Financial Psychology: Money Mindset & Financial Independence with David Sawallisch

    Your relationship with money influences the choices you make, the goals you pursue, and the way you define financial success. In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with David Sawallisch, financial educator and co-creator of Power Plate Savers, to explore financial psychology, money mindset, intentional spending, and the everyday habits that can help you build greater financial confidence. David explains the concept of money scripts, the beliefs and behaviors that influence our financial choices. Through greater awareness and self-reflection, we can better understand our patterns and make intentional decisions that align with the life we want to create. We also talk about David and his wife Winnie’s journey toward financial independence and the philosophy behind Power Plate Savers. David shares how small, conscious choices around housing, transportation, food, travel, and everyday expenses can add up to meaningful progress while leaving room for the things that bring you joy. In this episode, you’ll discover: How financial psychology influences your money choicesWhat money scripts reveal about your financial habitsHow self-reflection can strengthen your money mindsetWhy financial independence looks different for each personHow intentional spending can support your personal prioritiesSimple financial habits that can create meaningful savingsCreative ways to think about housing, transportation, food, and everyday expensesHow conscious financial choices can support greater freedom and joy David also shares how living in China helped reshape his perspective on income, saving, lifestyle, and financial independence. His experience ultimately reinforced an important lesson: personal finance is personal, and each person has the opportunity to define what financial freedom and success mean for their own life. Tune in for a practical conversation about financial psychology, money mindset, frugal living, financial independence, lifestyle design, and creating intentional habits that support your goals. Let’s make your passion pay! Meet David David Sawallisch is a Minnesota-based banker, server, Realtor, financial educator, and co-creator of Power Plate Savers, where he and his wife Winnie share their FIRE journey and practical frugality strategies. His work focuses on helping people rewrite their money scripts and build confidence through simple, intentional habits. Drawing from years living abroad and juggling multiple roles, David brings a grounded, relatable perspective to lifestyle design and financial independence. This is also the bio David provided and LuAnn used to introduce him during the recording. Connect with David Power Plate Savers: https://powerplatesavers.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19MzjSsENP/When Passion Meets Purpose: https://www.powerplatesavers.com/post/when-passion-meets-purpose Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    Financial Psychology: Money Mindset & Financial Independence with David Sawallisch

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Welcome to Make Your Passion Pay, hosted by LuAnn Buechler, a seasoned leader with a master’s degree in Hospitality Administration and a recipient of the TLC Award for Leadership. This podcast is designed for business owners who have left toxic environments to create their own thriving workplaces but find themselves struggling with team building and mindset. Join LuAnn as she shares insights and strategies to help you cultivate joy and a positive mindset in your business and personal life. Drawing from her experience working with renowned leaders like Dr. Ivan Misner, LuAnn guides you in building a supportive community and mastering the art of people management. Each episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories to empower you to transform your work environment into one that reflects your values and passions. Tune in to discover how to lead with joy, foster meaningful connections, and truly make your passion pay.