9-to-Wealth

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The 9-to-Wealth podcast is the essential guide for professionals who want to stop viewing their careers as a cage and start using them as a launchpad. Rejecting the binary choice between corporate climbing and risky entrepreneurship, the show teaches listeners how to treat their steady paycheck as venture capital for their future. It focuses on the mechanics of career optimization, showing high-performers how to turn technical mastery and workplace efficiency into a scalable engine for long-term financial independence.

  1. 2d ago

    Tech-tainment Transformation W / Leanne Linsky

    Old rooms and old rules are not what will save live entertainment. Leanne Linsky, founder of Plauzzable, shows how comedy and entrepreneurship run on the same engine: test fast, listen closely, and build around real audience feedback. In this episode, Leanne shares how she turned a live comedy concept into a digital platform, why starting small matters, and how creators can build around what audiences actually want.

  2. Aug 12

    Imposter Syndrome. The Exaustion of Pretending To Be Okay W / Dave Mowry

    The fastest way out of rock bottom might be the one thing most people never think to use: humor. Stand-up comic and author Dave Mowry shares how he went from hospitalization, homelessness, and a severe bipolar breakdown to helping others heal by finding the joke inside the pain.After losing everything and spending 18 months homeless, Dave rebuilt his life with what he calls acceptance without resignation - a mindset that turned tiny wins into momentum and eventually led him into a stand-up class for people living with mental illness. From there, he discovered a surprising truth: asking, “Where can I find the humor in this?” can interrupt trauma loops, reframe shame, and help rewire the brain.You’ll hear how humor becomes more than coping - it becomes a tool for resilience, confidence, and stigma-breaking. Dave breaks down why a well-timed joke about suicide can create relief instead of harm, how comedy helps people stop reliving trauma, and why “99 percent” of people with mental health challenges are far more ordinary than the stereotypes suggest.We also dig into the story of Molly, a former doctor who lost her career to bipolar disorder and found a new identity onstage in Portland. Her transformation shows what can happen when someone stops seeing themselves as broken and starts seeing themselves as funny, powerful, and still becoming.If you’re exhausted from pretending everything is fine, carrying mental health struggles in silence, or supporting someone who feels stuck in the dark, this conversation offers a different way forward. It’s honest, practical, and surprisingly hopeful - perfect for anyone who needs proof that healing can start with a laugh.Dave Mowry is a stand-up comic, bestselling author, and instructor who uses humor to break the stigma around severe mental illness. After surviving hospitalization and homelessness, he now teaches stand-up comedy to people navigating mental health challenges through his work and books, including Healing with Humor and OMG That's Me.

  3. Aug 12

    You are the new unit of scale W / Danny Carpio

    Big firms are losing their edge - and the real advantage is shifting to lean operators who can move faster, decide faster, and scale without the old corporate overhead. Danny Capio breaks down why the traditional playbook is breaking down and how the new unit of scale is becoming the individual, the pod, and the small team.As the mind behind systems that have powered networks to nine-figure valuations and author of The Unfirmed, Danny has spent 13 years stress testing corporate structure from the inside out. He makes the case that the hardest part of scaling has changed, and that legacy firms are now optimized for a world that no longer exists.You'll discover: Why hierarchical firms are becoming slower, more fragile, and more expensive How "self-scale" works without simply adding headcount Why treating time like an architecture changes everything The structural mismatch between old institutions and today's operating environment How AI and market democratization are giving smaller operators more leverage than ever Dave pushes the conversation into the real implications for founders, operators, and entrepreneurs who want more upside without being trapped in a 40-year trade of time for stability. Danny explains why comfort is often the hidden cost, why agility matters more than legacy signal, and how lean teams can now compete in markets that used to belong only to the giants.If you're building, scaling, or rethinking how your business creates value, this episode gives you a sharper model for competing in a faster economy. Perfect for founders, operators, and ambitious professionals who want leverage, not bureaucracy.

  4. Aug 11

    The Man Who Got You Here Won’t Get You There W / Brent Dowlen

    Most men are not stuck because they lack ambition. They are stuck because the identity that got them here cannot take them any further. Brent Dowlen breaks down why success, marriage, fatherhood, and leadership start to break down when you keep trying to juggle everything with an old operating system.Dave opens the conversation with the core tension: the habits, tolerances, and mental models that built your early wins can become the ceiling that keeps you trapped. Brent, founder of The Fallible Men and a men’s coach, explains why that fear of changing is really insecurity in disguise - and why the man who “made it” is often the same man who quietly prevents the next level.You’ll discover: Why feeling “stuck” is not the same as being out of alignment How the “plate juggling” mindset leaves career, marriage, and family underfed Why motivation fails under pressure and discipline has to replace it The hard truth about being an excellent husband and father How calendar-driven intentionality can protect what matters most Most people are chasing the wrong money moves. Shari Rash reveals why the real path to wealth starts by redefining what security, spending, and success actually mean for your life - not a rigid budget from a financial talking head.If you are tired of feeling behind, second-guessing your bank account, or wondering why “cut the coffee” advice never changes anything, this conversation gives you a smarter framework. Dave opens the episode by challenging the idea that outcomes matter more than the mechanics, and Shari brings a practical, emotionally intelligent approach to money that helps women and families build generational wealth without shame or spreadsheet burnout.

  5. Aug 11

    You Make Good Money—So Why Doesn’t It Feel Like You’re Building Wealth? W / Shari Rash

    Most people are chasing the wrong money moves. Shari Rash reveals why the real path to wealth starts by redefining what security, spending, and success actually mean for your life - not a rigid budget from a financial talking head. If you are tired of feeling behind, second-guessing your bank account, or wondering why “cut the coffee” advice never changes anything, this conversation gives you a smarter framework. Dave opens the episode by challenging the idea that outcomes matter more than the mechanics, and Shari brings a practical, emotionally intelligent approach to money that helps women and families build generational wealth without shame or spreadsheet burnout. You’ll discover: Why wealth has to start with your personal definition of “enough” How to move from a negative money relationship to a neutral one Why talking about money is not the same as exposing your private finances The difference between a restrictive budget and a flexible spending strategy How Shari’s 50/30/20 twist helps you separate needs, wants, and wishes Why aligning spending with values matters more than obsessing over tiny expenses How to assign a real number to “security” so you can actually reach it Shari also breaks down the mindset traps that keep people stuck, from money guilt and inherited beliefs to the habit of hoarding cash without putting it to work. She explains how couples can avoid constant money conflict by defining security differently, finding compromise, and building a plan that works for both people. This episode is especially useful for professionals in the messy middle of life, single women, and anyone who looks successful on paper but feels financially uncertain underneath. If you want a calmer, clearer, more realistic way to manage money, this is the conversation to hear. Shari Rash is the founder of GWA Wealth and the host of Everyone’s Talking Money. She helps women and families build confidence, grow wealth, and navigate the emotional side of finance with practical advice that feels human. Perfect for anyone ready to stop micromanaging expenses and start building a money system that supports real life.

  6. Aug 10

    What to do when Plan A no longer works, and you have no Plan B W / Serena Low

    Your plan A can collapse without your future collapsing with it. Serena Low reveals how introverts can turn a career or life pivot into a quiet advantage, without faking confidence, forcing extroversion, or burning out trying to be someone else. When the blueprint you built shatters, the hardest part is not the change itself - it's the identity crisis, the grief, and the pressure to move fast before you feel ready. Dave frames the episode around that moment of uncertainty, and Serena answers with a grounded, practical path through the messy middle: how to recognize your strengths, trust your pace, and rebuild with intention instead of panic. You’ll discover: Why “fake it till you make it” is especially destructive for introverts How silence, deep listening, and careful thinking become strategic strengths A healthier way to understand imposter syndrome that removes shame What to do when you’re over 40, out of alignment, or rebuilding from scratch How introverts can network, sell, and speak up without playing a character Serena shares a simple but powerful reset for anyone stuck in transition: collect the proof of your competence. Instead of focusing on what’s missing, she shows how to build evidence of what you’ve already done well, so you can stop treating your gifts like accidents and start using them as leverage. She also breaks down why introverts often excel in service-based sales, thoughtful communication, and high-trust leadership when they stop trying to imitate louder personalities. Dave and Serena also dig into a question so many quiet high achievers carry privately: how do you speak, lead, and make progress without overexplaining, overperforming, or draining yourself? The answer is not to become louder. It’s to communicate earlier, own your process, and let people see your thinking before the final polished result. If you’re navigating a career change, recovering from a setback, or trying to reclaim your confidence without abandoning who you are, this conversation is for you. A must-listen for introverts, late-career pivots, and anyone learning how to build a stronger next chapter from the ground up. Dave is the host of Night's Wealth, where he breaks down the mechanics behind high performance and leverage for people ready to build more intentionally. Serena Low is a trauma-informed coach, lifelong introvert, and host of The Quiet Warrior Podcast, known for helping quiet high achievers step into visibility and lead on their own terms.

  7. Aug 10

    How to Build a Legacy Your Family Will Actually Thank You For W / Gino Barbero

    Most families think wealth is the goal. It is not. The real challenge is turning money into a legacy your kids can actually carry forward, and Gino Barbero shows why that starts long before the inheritance arrives. Dave opens the conversation with a sharp thesis: if your money is not aligned with your values, you are building a bank account without a playbook. Gino, certified money coach, best-selling author, and co-founder of Barbero 360, breaks down how families, founders, and couples can stop treating money as a source of stress and start using it as a tool for stewardship, alignment, and long-term freedom. You will discover: Why legacy has three parts - financial, human, and intellectual How values-based decision making quietly shapes every spending choice Why money fights in marriage are usually about fear, shame, and scarcity, not dollars The mindset shift that changed Gino’s own financial life during the Great Recession How spouses can build a business together without competing at home The simple first move from The Richest Man in Babylon that can change your family’s financial trajectory Gino shares the gardener mindset behind generational wealth, the danger of leaving assets without teaching stewardship, and why your children learn more from what you model than what you say. Dave keeps pushing the conversation toward the practical reality every parent, partner, and business owner faces: if your household has no shared framework, even hard-earned success can unravel.This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who has built income but not alignment. If you want better conversations around money, a stronger marriage, and a legacy that lasts, this one is for you. Gino Barbero is a certified money coach, best-selling author, and co-founder of Barbero 360, where he helps families break the cycle of financial stress and build lasting multigenerational stewardship.

  8. Aug 10

    The New Social Code W / Greg Pryor

    AI can outwrite, outcode, and outprocess you. It cannot replace the relationships that make you indispensable. Greg Pryor reveals the five relational edges that help leaders turn human connection into career velocity, relevance, and real competitive advantage in the age of intelligence. Greg brings nearly 40 years of executive leadership and organization design experience, plus insights from his new book The Social Code, to make the case that your biggest edge is not speed, it’s the network you build before you need it. If you’re watching automation reshape your role and wondering how to stay valuable, this conversation gives you a framework for moving upstream, building trust faster, and creating the kind of influence AI cannot replicate. You’ll discover: Why up to 50% of success at work may come through relationships The five relational edges: opportunity, trust, attention, spreading insights, and influence How the Harrison Ford and Han Solo story explains “fishing upstream” for career-making opportunities The difference between competence trust, benevolence trust, and psychological safety Why authenticity and intentionality create social capital that pays off when you need support, decisions, or introductions We break down the fast-friends protocol, the research behind rapid trust-building, and why your brain processes new people as a threat before it processes them as an ally. Greg also shares how collaboration overload is changing work, why attention is becoming a scarce asset, and how leaders can build networks that support faster decisions and better ideas. This episode matters because AI is changing the rules of work, but it is not changing the basic human forces that drive opportunity, trust, and influence. If you rely only on technical execution, you risk becoming interchangeable. If you learn how to strengthen your relational edge, you become harder to automate, harder to ignore, and far more likely to thrive. Essential listening for leaders, operators, and ambitious professionals who want a practical way to stay relevant in an automated world.

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The 9-to-Wealth podcast is the essential guide for professionals who want to stop viewing their careers as a cage and start using them as a launchpad. Rejecting the binary choice between corporate climbing and risky entrepreneurship, the show teaches listeners how to treat their steady paycheck as venture capital for their future. It focuses on the mechanics of career optimization, showing high-performers how to turn technical mastery and workplace efficiency into a scalable engine for long-term financial independence.

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  • Creator
    Dave
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dave
  • Show Website
    9-to-Wealth