Tag: Advisor Coaching

E 206 – How Are You Showing Up?

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We’re bringing back a favorite conversation with Michael Scovel—one packed with practical lessons on preparation, self-awareness, communication, and how you show up when the moment matters.

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes and Justin revisit a conversation with Mike about what makes someone stand out when everyone else has similar qualifications. What begins as a discussion about job interviews quickly reveals lessons that apply just as much to client meetings, hiring, leadership, and everyday communication.

They explore why preparation creates confidence, how your response to feedback can reveal your coachability, and why being concise and aware of social cues matters more than you might realize. Mike also shares why gratitude is one of the most important qualities he looks for in people—and why the best professional relationships work both ways.

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E 204 – The Gap Never Goes Away

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The gap between where you are and where you want to be never goes away. It just moves.

And that’s not a bad thing.

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes explores how to pursue a bigger future while still being grateful for the life you have today. He shares why ambition and contentment aren’t opposites, how resistance can produce some of life’s greatest satisfaction, and why the decisions that seem to move you backward may sometimes be the ones that move you forward.

Through the story of Peter and some of his own “because you say so” moments, Wes challenges us to consider what could happen when faith becomes bigger than our need to understand exactly how everything will work out.

Because sometimes the life waiting for us is bigger than the one we would have planned for ourselves.

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E 200 – The Questions That Change Everything

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Success isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking better questions.

In this special 200th episode of From Busy to Rich, four returning guests—Rich Campe, Walter Bond, Sten Morgan, and Mike Scovel—share lessons on leadership, coaching, curiosity, and personal growth.

From asking better questions to embracing coaching and staying committed to lifelong learning, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for anyone who wants to continue growing personally and professionally. If you’re ready to challenge your thinking and unlock your next level of growth, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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E 197 – Success Isn’t Built Alone with Carl Lenocker

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In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with bestselling author, keynote speaker, and enterprise software executive Carl Lenocker to discuss success, relationships, personal growth, and building a life by design.

From humble beginnings outside Austin, Texas, Carl shares the lessons that helped him become a multimillionaire in the tech industry, why relationships have been the foundation of every opportunity he’s ever received, and how curiosity, adaptability, and service continue to create success decades into his career.

Together, Wes and Carl explore leadership, AI, mentorship, resilience, and what it means to build a legacy that extends far beyond money.

This episode is a powerful reminder that success isn’t something we build alone—it is built one relationship at a time.

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E 196 – The Fastest Way to Grow | Justin Lakin’s Story (Part 2)

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In Part 2 of Wes’s conversation with business partner and co-host Justin Lakin, the focus shifts from military experiences to professional growth, coachability, leadership, and what it takes to continually improve.

Justin shares his journey transitioning into holistic financial planning, learning to charge for advice, developing confidence as an advisor, and why feedback has been one of the greatest accelerators in his career.

Together, Wes and Justin discuss coaching, mentorship, uncomfortable growth, leadership, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to become better.

This episode is a powerful reminder that success isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about being willing to learn, adapt, and keep growing.

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E 189- Value, Leverage, and the Power of One Life with Caleb Guilliams

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In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with Caleb Guilliams—entrepreneur, founder of Better Wealth, and one of the most forward-thinking voices in the insurance space.

Caleb shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to building a nationwide business—and the mindset shifts that made it possible.

They explore what it means to live intentionally, why most advisors struggle to grow, and how understanding value and leverage can completely change your business.

This conversation goes beyond strategy and into the deeper question:
 Are you building a business… or building a life that actually matters?

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E 188- Are You Drifting… or Designing Your Life?

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In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with Braden Draggoo for a powerful conversation on growth, identity, and what it really means to live a meaningful life.

Braden shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a high-performing advisor—while staying grounded in something deeper than success: love.

This conversation challenges how you think about success, fulfillment, and the life you’re building.

In This Episode We Cover

  • Why personal growth is the most important investment you can make
  • The hidden danger of drifting through life without intention
  • How scarcity shows up in your decisions and relationships
  • Why letting go often creates more opportunity than holding on

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E 187- AI Isn’t Replacing Advisors—But Advisors Using It Will

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In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Justin and Wes tackle one of the biggest shifts happening in the advisory space right now: AI.

Not the hype. Not the fear.
What’s actually happening inside real practices—and what it means for your future.

The reality? Advisors aren’t being replaced by AI…
They’re being replaced by advisors who know how to use it.

Wes shares how their team is actively integrating AI into their workflow—from client summaries to planning efficiency—and how it’s already saving massive amounts of time while improving output quality.

They also break down:

  • How AI is shifting client expectations
  • Why resisting change is more dangerous than getting it wrong
  • The real risk: identity, not technology
  • How to use AI without becoming overly reliant on it
  • A simple way to start using AI this week

If you want to stay relevant—and ahead—this is a conversation you can’t afford to ignore.

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E181 – How Advisors Can Break Through Fear, Fatigue, and Ego with Matt Halloran

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Some advisors seem born with bold voices — but most are still whispering in the corner.

In this episode, hosts Justin Lakin and Wes Young sit down with Matt Halloran, co-founder of ProudMouth and creator of Sonic Boom Coaching, to unpack one of the most uncomfortable (and essential) topics in growth: resistance. They explore why we avoid change, why good marketing often falls flat, and what it really takes to build and scale your influence.

This episode isn’t a pitch; it’s a call to leadership. If you’ve ever felt stuck behind the scenes in your business, this one’s for you.

What to expect:

  • Why most advisors think they’re good at marketing, but aren’t
  • The three mindset barriers keeping you from real progress (fear, fatigue, and arrogance)
  • The five returns on podcasting and why downloads aren’t one of them
  • How to build a brand worth talking about (and coaching tips to get there)
  • And more!

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