Steve Selengut is a 40+ year professional investment manager/advisor/RIA/IAR whose current adventure is coaching both individuals and other advisors in creating income independence for themselves and their clients. I’m also promoting my 2nd book, Retirement Money Secrets. He was a private investment manager for 44 years, personally managing around 325 individual portfolios in the USA and abroad. One of very few investment book authors who have directly managed other people's money.

Highlights of the Podcast

01:01 - Steve's Early Investment Journey

02:32 - Investing Strategies and Market Insights

06:01 - Transition to Professional Investment

07:53 - Investment Philosophy and Risk Management

10:00 - Celebrating Success and Lifestyle Choices

14:47 - Creating a Sustainable Lifestyle

16:56 - Helping Others and Leaving a Legacy

19:49 - Finding Joy in Everyday Activities

22:02 - Understanding Working Capital vs. Market Value

25:12 - Approach to Investing

29:51 - Investment Strategy and Risk Management

34:39 - Handling Market Volatility

40:02 - Investment Philosophy

Mark Gustafson is a former commercial lending executive with extensive experience in management, finance, sales, and marketing. He served as Senior Vice President and Regional Sales Manager at Wells Fargo Capital Finance for nearly 30 years, where he managed asset-based loan originations. Post-retirement, he co-founded Colorado Aerial Imaging and Exxedus Capital Partners, focusing on high-resolution imaging services and capital restructuring, respectively. Now officially retired, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, three daughters, and grandchildren in Aurora, Colorado.

Highlights of the Podcast

01:07 - Personal Connection

02:54 - Career Stability vs. Frequent Changes

04:56 - Career Progression

06:37 - Hiring Perspective on Job Hoppers

08:45 - Interviewing and Assessing Candidates

10:05 - Developing and Assessing Character

12:16 - Influence of Ethical Environment

13:34 - Supporting Team Members' Career Goals

14:19 - Future Plans

15:02 - Career Approach and Perspectives

17:37 - Financial Philosophy

18:40 - Career Path and Opportunities

23:01 - Advice for Job Seekers

25:26 - Questions and Reflection

28:22 - Quotes and Wisdom

Matt Amabile retired at 25 years old by investing in real estate. He went from sleeping on a couch to owning 22 doors within 2 years which throw off $7k/month passive. After quitting his corporate job in 2023, Matt traveled the world for 6 months, started a 5 day a week podcast, a mentorship and still focuses on growing his portfolio. Matt has gotten into the majority of his portfolio with no money out of pocket.

Highlights of the Podcast

00:07 - Introduction and Travel Influence

02:24 - Matt's Travel Experiences

03:24 - Perspective on Stress and Mindset

04:13 - Journey to Self-Discovery

07:47 - Financial Freedom and Quitting Job

09:54 - Approach to Partnerships

11:20 - Mindset Shifts in Real Estate

15:21 - Emotional Growth and Self-Worth

18:19 - Handling Criticism and Self-Love

21:07 - Mindfulness and Self-Transformation

23:06 - Purposeful Travel

25:09 - Traveling with Intention vs. Aimlessness

28:09 - Grounding Practices

31:31 - Delegation and Business Management

35:03 - Podcasting and Personal Growth

36:54 - Final Thoughts on Joy and Living in the Moment