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. 15h ago

    People-Pleasing, Passivity & Finding Your Voice W / Bradley L. Gabbert

    Stop exhausting yourself by playing the perpetual peacekeeper. Bradley L. Gabbert reveals how a childhood traumatic brain injury, decades of people pleasing, and one simple breathing exercise exposed the hidden cost of giving everyone else your voice. If you have ever felt stuck being "the good one," this conversation will hit hard. Dave and Bradley unpack how survival strategies formed in childhood can quietly shape your marriages, career changes, self-worth, and even the way you make decisions as an adult. Bradley L. Gabbert is the author of The Agreeable Child: A Yoga Journey from Tragedy to Triumph. A former preschool teacher, industrial engineer, and professional actor, he brings a rare lens to the conversation from a life spent navigating both systems and survival. You’ll discover: Why a severe accident at age two led Bradley to become hyper-observant, nonverbal, and deeply focused on everyone else’s needsHow "agreeableness" can become a survival tactic that follows you into adulthood, work, and family lifeThe moment a 4-7-8 breathing exercise helped release decades of built-up emotionHow yoga, self-regulation, and conscious practice became tools for reclaiming agencyWhy it is never too late to change patterns that have been running for decadesBradley also shares how his passivity affected his career path, leading him through multiple jobs and major shifts before he could finally see the pattern clearly. Along the way, he explains why healing has no expiration date and why the first step toward change is simply admitting that something needs to change. This episode is for anyone who has spent years being dependable, accommodating, and easy to keep around, but has lost track of their own wants in the process. If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start choosing for yourself, this one belongs in your queue.

  2. 1d ago

    How do I find my best match W / Jena Jake

    Love is not a lottery, and chemistry is not the answer. Therapist and compatibility strategist Jena Jake reveals why high-achieving women keep choosing the wrong partners - and the exact process that helps them stop repeating the same relationship patterns. If you are tired of confusing familiarity with alignment, this conversation will change how you look at dating, boundaries, and self-trust. Jena breaks down how your subconscious, childhood wiring, and even your brain’s filtering system can pull you toward the wrong person long before logic catches up. You’ll discover: Why the “spark” can be a trap, not a green lightHow the PAWS framework helps you pause and ask whether you’re choosing from pattern, wound, fear, or wholenessWhy red flags get ignored when the unknown feels scarier than staying stuckHow “setting yourself on fire to keep everyone warm” shows up in relationships and family lifeWhy a velvet rope boundary system creates healthier, more aligned connectionsHow the brain’s reticular activating system can keep you blind to the right people until your filters change Jena shares how women can move from auditioning for love to becoming the chooser - with standards, boundaries, and a clearer sense of what is actually good for them. It is a practical reset for anyone who keeps ending up in the same emotional cycle and wants a better way forward. This episode matters because the cost of choosing from fear is more than one bad relationship. It can shape your confidence, your peace, and the way you show up everywhere else in life. The opportunity, on the other hand, is huge: when you learn to recognize alignment, you stop settling for what is familiar and start making decisions that support the life you actually want. Perfect for high-achieving singles, women who are done with guesswork, and anyone ready to build self-trust instead of chasing chemistry. If you want more clarity, stronger boundaries, and a smarter approach to love, this one delivers.

  3. 4d 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

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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
    56
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dave
  • Show Website
    9-to-Wealth