Building Wealth Outside the Traditional System

In this episode of More Than Legal, we sit down with Brandon Hatton, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Conscious Wealth®, to explore what it really means to build, grow, and use wealth with intention, clarity, and purpose.

Brandon shares his journey from working at Merrill Lynch, where success was measured by how much money you could make, to redefining his entire approach to wealth after experiencing the hidden costs of constant accumulation. Today, he helps founders, families, and high earners move from chasing more to aligning their capital with the impact they want to create. Together, we unpack how money influences identity, decision-making, and the way we live and lead.

Brandon shares practical strategies and insights for:

• Defining what “enough” looks like and why it is the most important financial benchmark

• Shifting from accumulation to intentional wealth building

• Separating personal identity from net worth to reduce pressure and anxiety

• Making clearer, values-based financial decisions

• Understanding the hidden trade-offs of financial success

• Using capital as a tool for impact instead of a scoreboard

• Having the difficult but necessary conversations around wealth, expectations, and legacy

Whether you are a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner, this conversation covers key topics like wealth strategy, investing with purpose, leadership, and building a life that aligns with your values. It will challenge how you think about money, success, and what it truly means to create long-term impact.

Connect with Brandon:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@consciouswealth_

Website: https://consciouswealth.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonthatton/