Best Interns 2 Pros Podcasts (2024)

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#113 - Q&A edition...how to find a retirement tax planner, Medicare premium surcharges, bullet maturity bond ETFs and MORE! 54:46

28m ago54:46

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Listener Q&A where Andy talks about: Can you retroactively increase your income for a prior tax year ( 2:37 ) How to find a retirement planning tax specialist ( 8:16 ) How the Medicare IRMAA premium surcharge income lookback works ( 17:24 ) Determining how much mega back door Roth contributions to do ( 22:02 ) Is it okay to employ your child part-t…

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#112 Paris 2024 Olympics — Professional Climber and Coach Tim Kang on The Results, The Routesetting, The Grades, and The Future of Competitions 2:06:24

1d ago2:06:24

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Professional climber, coach, routesetter, and frequent Testpiece podcast guest, Tim Kang, is on the pod this week to share his thoughts about the Paris 2024 Olympics. Tim may be best known for his highball ascents that culminated in the film Focus, but Tim is also a seasoned competition climber with multiple World Cups under his belt. Tim loves com…

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75 - Mastering Growth with the Scalable Growth Business Model - Part 2 33:50

2h ago33:50

33:50

In part two of their discussion on scalable growth, Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era dive deep into the strategies that can transform your business. Focusing on the principles outlined in Chapter 8 of "Profit First for Lawn Care and Landscape Businesses," they discuss the significance of understanding financial percentages and the necessity of bein…

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#112 – Retirement planning chat with a "real" person, Jane 40:39

7d ago40:39

40:39

Andy chats with a real person (not an advisor) doing their own retirement planning. In this episode, Andy talks with Jane (an anonymous name). They talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as when she started getting serious about retirement planning, what she wishes she would have known earlier, what she learned from seeing her p…

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74 - Mastering Growth with the Scalable Growth Business Model - Part 1 32:12

6h ago32:12

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In this episode of our business-focused podcast, hosts Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era dive deep into the intricacies of mastering growth using the Scalable Growth Business Model Dashboards. They discuss how this model is essential for achieving long-term success in competitive sectors, particularly in the lawn care and landscape industries. The c…

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#111 Tom O’Halloran — How To Do Hard Moves, Using Boards To Climb Better Outside, Toes Knees Hips, Taping Correctly, and What The Olympics Are Like 2:23:48

8d ago2:23:48

2:23:48

Tom O’Halloran is arguably the best climber in Australia. He’s an Olympian, he’s climbed 15a and v14, and done FA’s nearly up to those grades as well. But the reason we wanted to have him on the podcast is because of the amazing YouTube content he puts out. He dives into the nuances of hard climbing in a way that actually helps people climb hard. T…

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#111 – Retirement planner chat, with Victor Medina from Palante Wealth 1:27:12

5d ago1:27:12

1:27:12

Andy chats with fellow retirement planner Victor Medina, CFP®, RICP®, CELA® from Palante Wealth. In this episode they talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as tax planning, distribution strategies, investing, annuities, long-term care insurance, how to help advise people who are spending more than planned, what consumers often …

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73 - Embracing Change in Business Vision and Goals 41:26

8d ago41:26

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Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era dive headfirst into the exhilarating world of change management. They unravel the mysteries behind why business owners often cling to outdated goals and how this reluctance to adapt can stifle innovation and growth. Through lively anecdotes and personal stories, they reveal the pivotal moments when they realized the…

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#110 Ethan Salvo — Lessons From Climbing The Hardest Climb in Squamish [TWICE?!], Internal Vs External Motivations, and Transcending Grades 1:48:11

8d ago1:48:11

1:48:11

Ethan Salvo is back on the podcast! Ethan's first episode (linked here) was a fan favorite so when Josh visited Squamish for a few days they met up do an impromptu live/in-person recording. Since the last recording, Ethan has climbed arguably the hardest climb in Squamish, The Singularity. The experience he had on it was fascinating and made him qu…

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#110 1/2 - ONE MORE pro of rolling over employer plans (like a 401(k)) to an IRA 10:00

8d ago10:00

10:00

I'm a buffoon and I missed including another important pro of doing an employer plan-to-IRA rollover in episode #110's list of pros and cons of rollovers. The additional potential pro is the ability to do Qualified Charitable Distributions ("QCDs") out of the IRA if you're at least 70 1/2 and charitably inclined. So, the recap the full list of pros…

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#110 - Pros and cons of rolling over employer plans [like a 401(k)] to an IRA 1:05:22

12d ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Andy summarizes the pros and cons of rolling over an employer plan (such as a 401(k), 403(b), 401(a), 457 or the federal Thrift Savings Plan) to an IRA or Roth IRA. To sum up: Potential PROS of rolling over an employer plan to an IRA or Roth IRA: More investment options Likely lower fees and costs Access to professional advice Better control over t…

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Charnopher talks International Work/Life Balance 36:26

14d ago36:26

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Work Life Balance continued…. Charnopher circles back to a previous episode topic and discuss which 10 Countries are crushing the work/life balance game! Tune in to hear which attributes seem to be recurring. Subscribe wherever get your podcasts and please like and subscribe on YouTube. Stay in touch with us on IG @charnopherofficial Want some Merc…

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72 - Taking Time Out of the Business to Work on the Business 52:38

15d ago52:38

52:38

In this insightful episode, Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era delve into the crucial distinction between working on your business and working in your business, offering real-life experiences and practical advice for small business owners. They emphasize the importance of strategic planning, empowering emerging leaders, and process improvement to ens…

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#109 Noah & Benn Wheeler — The World’s Hardest Campus Move, Most Difficult Board Climbs, FA’ing V12 On 1st Day Outdoors, and How This Generation Sees The Future 2:11:36

24d ago2:11:36

2:11:36

Noah Wheeler and Benn Wheeler represent the next generation of climbers. At 21 and 19, they are some of the strongest board climbers in the world and their styles reflect that. They also are bring a unique point of view to the world of climbing content with their YouTube channel, Wheel Rock. These brothers have climbed up to V16 outdoors, FA’d up V…

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#109 - Q&A edition...how to know if your 401(k) is good, how much tax to withhold from Social Security, should you invest in International stocks and MORE! 43:43

19d ago43:43

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Listener Q&A where Andy talks about: How to know if your 401(k) is good ( 5:57 ) Is it safer to bank at multiple banks instead of just one ( 14:33 ) How much tax should you withhold from your Social Security ( 21:10 ) Whether each spouse needs to take out excess Roth IRA contributions if only one spouse's income put their Married Filing Joint total…

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Charnopher talks with Jared Machado 1:19:08

22d ago1:19:08

1:19:08

Join Charnopher for their longest episode to date as they talk with Jared Machado! Former student of Charnopher, Jared shares stories from High School and opens up about his ADHD diagnosis. So much great content and information in this episode. Buckle up charnophanz- this episode is chock full of gems! Subscribe wherever get your podcasts and pleas…

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#108 AJ [Alex Johnson] — 20 Years At The Top, The Evolution Of Climbing, Coaching Top Athletes, Climbing Drills, and Returning From A Major Injury 1:59:27

22d ago1:59:27

1:59:27

AJ has been competing at the highest level for decades. She has won multiple Bouldering World Cups and she climbs just as hard outdoors with her iconic send of The Swarm (v13/14) in Bishop which was recently featured in Reel Rock. AJ also coaches some of the top up and coming Youth Athletes (one of her athletes recently won Nationals), through her …

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71 - Understanding the Costs of Owner-Driven Mentality in Small Business 52:33

1M ago52:33

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In this enlightening episode of the Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast, hosts Steve Bousquet and Christeen Era delve into the often overlooked but critical topic of the owner-driven mentality in small businesses. Steve and Christeen unpack the various dimensions of this mentality, starting with defining what it is and examining its financial, mental…

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#108 – Retirement planning chat with "real" people, Ali & Alison Walker 1:38:27

26d ago1:38:27

1:38:27

Andy chats with real people (not advisors) doing their own retirement planning. In this episode, Andy talks with Ali & Alison Walker, who live in Arizona currently but lived and traveled abroad for a few years after retiring. They talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as when Ali & Alison started getting serious about retiremen…

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70 - Mastering Commercial Landscaping: Systems and Success with Steve Bousquet 43:49

1M ago43:49

43:49

Steve dives into essential topics for companies entering the commercial landscaping market, addressing questions submitted by Rae Lynn Whitfield from Whitfield's Lawn and Garden. Steve shares his 40 years of expertise, covering both the commercial maintenance and installation sides of landscaping. He highlights the unique challenges and strategies …

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#107 Drew Ruana — Thinking Long Term, Grading The Hardest Blocs, Working Weaknesses, 3 Common Plateaus and How to Get Through Them 2:10:57

29d ago2:10:57

2:10:57

Drew Ruana is one of the strongest boulders in the world. Period. He over a hundred V14+ sends, and lots of then are V16. While some other climbers may have that amount of blocs under their belt, no one has accumulated this many in such a short time. Drew goes into his infamous “Send Colorado” journey, which is his goal to send all V14 and up bould…

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#107 – Retirement planner chat, with Mike Powers from Manuka Financial 1:51:51

1M ago1:51:51

1:51:51

Andy chats with fellow retirement planner Mike Powers, CPA, PFS, CFP®, from Manuka Financial. In this episode they talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as tax planning, distribution strategies, investing, annuities, long-term care insurance, how to help advise people who are spending more than planned, what consumers often ove…

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Charnopher talks Charna's World Travels 49:32

1M ago49:32

49:32

In this fun episode, Charna is back from her jet-setting adventures across Europe! Join us as she shares all the thrilling details of her journey, from the iconic landmarks she visited to the hidden gems she discovered along the way. From the bustling streets of Paris to the beautiful sights in Italy, Charna's European adventure is packed with so m…

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#106 Felipe Camargo — An Unlikely Path To The Top, Finding Mentors, Training Hard By Yourself, Establishing Next Level Routes in Brazil, and Giving Back 1:36:36

1M ago1:36:36

1:36:36

Felipe Camargo is one of the top climbers in our sport with sends up to 9b and V15. That’s impressive… But what’s more impressive is that he began climbing Brazil where there was no professional climbers, no routes past 8b+, and no modern training facilities. Felipe managed to send the iconic 50m 9a+ Papichulo by mainly training on a 3x3m spray wal…

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69 When to Hire an Internal vs. External Bookkeeper: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business 28:18

1M ago28:18

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In this episode, Christeen Era, founder of Core Growth Strategies and co-founder of Greenprofit Academy, dives deep into the vital discussion of internal versus external bookkeeping and what is best for your business. Christeen explains the critical role bookkeeping plays in today’s dynamic business landscape and why it is essential for financial m…

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#106 - How to decide the optimal time to start your Social Security benefits 43:25

1M ago43:25

43:25

Andy talks about the main points to consider when deciding when to start your Social Security retirement benefits Links in this episode: Tenon Financial June 2024 newsletter discussing how to optimize your Social Security claiming decision - here Retirement Planning Education June 2024 blog discussing how to optimize your Social Security claiming d…

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Charnopher talks the slang in between 28:17

1M ago28:17

28:17

Join us for a Bonus Episode turned FULL EPISODE! It just wasn't enough friends! After roughing through today's teen slang, Charnopher had to go down memory lane to when they were all that and a bag of chips. And with that…we present MORE slang. See you next week, same Bat Time, same Bat Channel. #SummerSeriesofSlang Subscribe wherever get your podc…

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#105 Tim Kang — Going All In, The Most Important Moments for Growth, Embracing What Others Won’t, and The Difference Between Good and Great 2:07:50

1M ago2:07:50

2:07:50

Tim Kang is a frequent guest on the podcast, but now you get to hear him do a more typical interview. Tim is a professional climber and coach that has competed at the World Cup level, won a Psicobloc competition, climbed v14 and 5.14d, but he is best known for his daring sends of the wildest highballs in Bishop which culminated in the popular film …

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68 Cash In on Your Business with Linda Stapf 54:03

1M ago54:03

54:03

In this enlightening episode of our Free Webinar series from Green Profit Academy, hosts Christeen Era and Steven Bousquet welcome Linda Stapf, a seasoned CPA and investment advisor. Linda delves into the crucial topic of transforming your business into a valuable asset. Drawing from her personal experience of witnessing her father's business colla…

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#105 - Q&A edition... having mortgages in retirement, understanding Medicare coinsurance, when to consider long term care insurance and MORE! 54:59

2M ago54:59

54:59

Listener Q&A where Andy talks about: Whether or not it's okay to have a mortgage or rent in retirement ( 1:56 ) Medicare Part B coinsurance of 20% and whether Medigap/Supplemental policies are worth it ( 8:50 ) How much money is TOO MUCH money to have in a Health Savings Account ( 13:50 ) If I've changed any of my views or processes around retireme…

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Charnopher talks Slang 37:48

2M ago37:48

37:48

No cap Charnophanz! The slang of today's teens is fire and Charnopher will walk you through the top slang words/sayings. Disclaimer- remember they are 30-11 so excuse anything that may seem cringy. You won't want to miss this one. Bet! Subscribe wherever get your podcasts and please like and subscribe on YouTube. Stay in touch with us on IG @charno…

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#104 Greg Loh — Bouldering Pioneer, World’s Best Spotter, Belief Over Everything, Epic Midnight Lightning Story, Designing The 5.10 Dragons, and What Makes A Climber GREAT 2:20:47

2M ago2:20:47

2:20:47

Greg Loh was one of the strongest boulders in the world during the mid 90’s and early 00’s. He traveled all over the world putting up FA’s of V13+ and climbing with the best. He competed in WC’s, the X-Games, and even won Nationals twice for speed climbing. He is known for being one of the first people who truly embraced bouldering as a discipline …

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67 Sales Qualification and Pre-Qualification Process with Jack Jostes 56:09

2M ago56:09

56:09

In Episode 67 of the Green Profit Academy Pros podcast, host Christeen Era is joined by returning guest Jack Jostes, CEO of Ramblin' Jackson and an industry leader in the green sector. Jack, a professional speaker and author of "The Tree of Good Fortune" and "Get Found Online," brings his wealth of knowledge in sales qualifications and pre -qualifi…

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#104 – Retirement planning chat with a "real" person, Laura Maione 1:11:07

2M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Andy chats with a real person (not an advisor) doing their own retirement planning. In this episode, Andy talks with Laura Maione, who lives in Illinois and retired during the pandemic. They talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as when Laura started getting serious about retirement planning, what she wishes he would have known…

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Charnopher talks phrases you THOUGHT you knew 27:54

2M ago27:54

27:54

In this episode, Charnopher delves into the fascinating world of misquoted phrases and idioms. Discover the full versions of sayings you thought you knew and uncover the intriguing history behind these common expressions. From "Curiosity killed the cat" to "Blood is thicker than water," we reveal the true meanings and origins that often get lost in…

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#103 T&J — The Opposite Of Flow, Woods and Wheelers, Keeping Your Feet On, and Respect Every Climb[er] 1:58:08

2M ago1:58:08

1:58:08

Entitlement is the opposite of flow and perhaps the most damaging frame to have over the long term in your climbing. This can come from training, previous sends, or comp placement. Hear stories about Daniel Woods and other pro-climbers who have avoided this frame. And hear from Tim Kang and Josh Horsley about how they coach others and themselves to…

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66 - Joel Wihebrink - Difference between Coaching and Leadership 45:39

2M ago45:39

45:39

Host Steve Bousquet welcomes his long-time friend Joel Webrink, owner of Webrink Landscape Management, to discuss the nuances between leadership, management, and coaching. Joel shares his journey, detailing how he established and grew his company in Warsaw, Indiana, into a multi-million dollar business with a diverse range of services from landscap…

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#103 – Retirement planner chat, with Angie Furubotten-LaRosee from Avea Financial Planning 1:33:48

2M ago1:33:48

1:33:48

Andy chats with fellow retirement planner Angie Furubotten-LaRosee CFP®, from Avea Financial Planning. In this episode they talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as tax planning, distribution strategies, investing, annuities, long-term care insurance, how to help advise people who are spending more than planned, what consumers …

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Charnopher talks "Getting to Know You..." 38:38

2M ago38:38

38:38

Learn more about charnopher as they ask some fun "get to know you" questions. Always a few tangents and side topics as well- just to keep it fresh! Subscribe wherever get your podcasts and please like and subscribe on YouTube. Stay in touch with us on IG @charnopherofficial Want some Merch?! Or do you just want to know more about us? Head over to U…

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#102 The Tension Crew — Ultimate Board Climbing Deep Dive, History of Boards, Best Board Practices, Training on Boards, The Future of Boards, and Undeniable Vibes 2:26:24

2M ago2:26:24

2:26:24

We love board climbing. And if you do too, or even if you are just board curious, this episode it for you. The history of boards, board training, board ethics, board best practices, the future of boards. BOARDS!! This was a special in person recording in Colorado with part of the Tension Climbing crew (Will Anglin, Michael Rosato, and Quinn Spadafo…

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65 - Building a Green Future: Matt Smith’s Journey with Steel Green Manufacturing, Part 2 24:54

2M ago24:54

24:54

Steve welcomes Matt Smith, Co-Founder of Steel Green Manufacturing, for a compelling discussion about the evolution of the green industry and the innovative strides made by Steel Green. Matt shares his non-linear journey from working in the agriculture industry to eventually co-founding Steel Green, illustrating the challenges and triumphs that hav…

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#102 - Highlights of the 2024 Social Security Trustees Report 40:13

2M ago40:13

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Andy gives a summary of the key takeaways from the recently released 2024 Social Security Trustees Report Links in this episode: The 2024 Social Security Trustees Report - here The "Summary of Provisions That Would Change the Social Security Program" - here Tenon Financial monthly e-newsletter - Retirement Planning Insights Facebook group - Retirem…

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Charnopher talks Cord Cutting 42:44

3M ago42:44

42:44

Streaming service vs cable. Charnopher (but mostly Christopher) discusses the ever-evolving world of television, apps, streaming services, and cable. It's A LOT to juggle and keep up with and Christopher has some great insight and thoughts on the topic. Subscribe wherever get your podcasts and please like and subscribe on YouTube. Stay in touch wit…

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#101 Dave Burleson — How To Be A Pro Climber, What Pro’s Actually Earn, The Tension Between Passion And Professionalism, and Contract Negotiation 101 2:31:11

2M ago2:31:11

2:31:11

Dave Burleson is one of the top agents for professional climbers. He's part of Reppa Athlete Managment that represents athletes like Sean Bailey, Nathaniel Coleman, Nina Williams, Jesse Grupper… the list goes on, but all of them have been on the podcast so we put them here first! Before being an agent, Dave worked at the iconic brands Petzl and The…

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64 - Building a Green Future: Matt Smith’s Journey with Steel Green Manufacturing, Part 1 34:26

2M ago34:26

34:26

Steve welcomes Matt Smith, Co-Founder of Steel Green Manufacturing, for a compelling discussion about the evolution of the green industry and the innovative strides made by Steel Green. Matt shares his non-linear journey from working in the agriculture industry to eventually co-founding Steel Green, illustrating the challenges and triumphs that hav…

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#101 - Q&A edition...Choosing a custodian, 401(k) contribution limits, gift tax exclusion limits and MORE! 34:24

3M ago34:24

34:24

Listener Q&A where Andy talks about: How to choose a brokerage firm/custodian to use ( 3:00 ) How frequently to rebalance your portfolio ( 11:46 ) Annual 401(k) contribution limits between employee and employer contributions ( 14:55 ) Understanding gift taxes, when a gift tax return is required, the lifetime gift/estate size exemption and the annua…

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Charnopher talks Musical Quotables for Grads!! 45:52

3M ago45:52

45:52

Join Charnopher in this fun and engaging episode as they celebrate graduation season with musical twist! In this fun installment, Charnopher dives into an entertaining guessing game, deciphering famous quotes from beloved musicals that are perfect for graduates. Whether you're a Broadway buff or just love a good tune, you'll enjoy playing along as …

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#100 T&J — The Simple Path To Being Great, The Real Role Of Strength, Dealing With Tweaky Moves, Moonboard 2024, Amazing Media Drops, and Skin Farming 2:03:49

3M ago2:03:49

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Episode #100!!!! Thank you all for the support. What a journey it’s been. This episode was an absolute banger that encapsulates a lot of the Testpiece message. Tim and Josh break down the ‘Simple’ path that the best climbers follow to being great. And then they detail the appropriate role that strength plays in this path. They also go over the late…

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63 - Unveiling the Business Sweet Spot and Ideal Customer Part 2 41:17

3M ago41:17

41:17

Episode 63 of the Green Profit Academy pros podcast embarks on a deeper exploration into the environmentally sustainable business practices through the lens of the Pumpkin Plan strategy. This episode is pivotal for eco-conscious entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to align their operations with their ideal eco-friendly customer base. By delvi…

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#100 – 100th episode celebration!!! Andy's 100 words of retirement planning wisdom 1:30:56

3M ago1:30:56

1:30:56

Thank you for your support through 100 episodes!!! 🥳 To celebrate the milestone of the 100th episode, Andy shares his 100 best bits of retirement planning wisdom, broken up into 10 topics of 10 pieces of wisdom each. The 10 topics are: 1) Investments, 2) Social Security, 3) Medicare, 4) Taxes, 5) Estate & Legacy Planning, 6) Annuities & Life Insura…

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