Our Founding Fathers gave us simple guidelines for protecting our lives, liberty, property, and finances. As a society it’s time for us to get back to becoming producers, not takers. This call to freedom is to lead our families and communities to a better future. Inspired by Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged, Gary's Gulch is for lifelong learners. Liberty seekers. Energized people like you, driven to make YOUR world a better, more productive place – If you are prone to blaming others for your lot in life, or expect another to fix your situation, this podcast is NOT for you. Topics include family, legacy, small business, investments, education and personal finances. Your show host is veteran Navy Captain Gary Pinkerton, an accomplished Naval submarine commander and advisor who is guiding families across the country to achieve this mission – Mastering and sharing Unique Genius. Now is the time to bolster our freedoms and produce value; to create a stronger Nation and brighter tomorrow.
The Gary's Gulch podcast is a hidden gem in the world of personal finance and wealth-building podcasts. Hosted by Gary Pinkerton, the podcast offers valuable insights and advice on a variety of topics, including real estate investing, financial planning, legacy planning, and more. What sets this podcast apart is Gary's passion and purpose that shines through in every episode. His genuine love for helping others and his dedication to making a positive impact on society is evident in his voice and the way he engages with his guests.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the diverse range of topics covered. Whether you're interested in learning about whole life insurance, investing in real estate, or building wealth through alternative strategies, there's something for everyone. The interviews are informative, well-researched, and provide practical tips that listeners can apply to their own financial journey. Gary's ability to bring out the best in his guests and engage them in thought-provoking conversations is truly commendable.
Another standout aspect of this podcast is Gary's expertise and knowledge in various areas of finance and wealth-building. He speaks with confidence and authority on topics such as trusts, LLCs, tax strategies, and more. Listeners can trust that they are receiving accurate information from someone who has done their research and has practical experience in these areas.
While there aren't many negative aspects to this podcast, one potential downside is that some listeners may find certain episodes to be too technical or complex. This could be challenging for those who are new to personal finance or have limited knowledge in certain areas. However, Gary does a good job of explaining complex concepts in an understandable way most of the time.
In conclusion, The Gary's Gulch podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their financial situation and gain valuable insights into wealth-building strategies. With its diverse range of topics, passionate host, and practical advice, it offers something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out on your financial journey, this podcast will provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.
If you run a team, a company or another organization, Culture above all else Drives your Success. And you have to Truly KNOW your people to build and sustain a winning culture. Highlights Empower your subordinates (employees; teammates) so they take the action you'd take, not ask ‘what should I do?' Breed Readiness and Competency; the process I used and share here is: Study – Discuss – Role Play – Simulate – Perform – Learn from it Checking the organization's Temperature often; have TWO independent ways to know what your people are thinking and what's going on. Build a Clear, Unbreakable Culture so your team clearly knows what the company and you stand for and every action supports this culture especially when you're not around. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Baby Boomers will retain the largest voting block through the 2026 midterms and while they are moving conservative, it is not happening quickly enough because of the hold that legacy media continues to hold on this cohort. I need agency-minded followers out there to adopt a boomer, have conversations with them, take them to lunch, expose them to what alternative media has been reporting for 5+ years - President Trump is creating huge wins every day but that message is not getting to the Baby Boomers via CNN or even Fox. Pitch in, get vocal with these seniors and let's MAGA! Highlights Retirement and scarcity mindset. Value of not retiring too early. Conservative shift among younger generations. Gen X' role and conservatism. Global political influence and actions. Impact of international tariffs. National media's impact on baby boomers. Generational conservatism and politics. Importance of engaging baby boomers politically. Trump's global vision for freedom. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Good teams get it right about half the time. Great teams work hard, build skill, and get it right most of the time. Exceptional teams excel because they critically review even their best performances to see what wasn't perfect that they could learn from and do better on the next time. It is a process that some call Plan-Do-Review and it was essential to high performance in the nuclear submarine force and for every team I've been on since. Highlights Networking with clients in person. Aspire for More Mastermind Group. Introduction to captive insurance. Switch to exclusively using Delta Airlines. The role of faith in aligning life choices. Concept of continuous improvement. U.S. Navy Nuclear Submarine Force's approach. High stakes in executive officer training. Importance of critical evaluation. Submarine valve error illustration. Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.blueprintprocess.com/tammi-brannan Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this episode I tackle some common 'partial truths' that I hear from financial pundits and as concerns from clients who have encountered them and been sucked into their surface level statement. Context is huge, and understanding if these financial myths have any truth or apply at all to your situation is key to long term success. Please provide feedback if this episode was valuable or if you disagree - gary@garypinkerton.com Highlights Lies vs. myths in finance. Misleading financial taglines. Whole life insurance expense debate. Liquidity during crises. Universal life insurance misconceptions. Sequence of return risks. Cash flow vs. net worth dilemma. Importance of collaborating in financial decisions. Return on investment vs. return on wealth. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this episode I replay a conversation I had for an upcoming Purpose and Cause book I'm writing with other graduate members of Tammi Brannan's Blueprint Process community. We discuss my unique purpose to help business owners, real estate investors and legacy-minded families grow their agency and freedoms. We also discuss a bit of my journey with God and how it has helped me gain focus and specificity on what I do, with whom I do it, and why. Highlights Never finish, always grow Importance of purpose Transformation through self-awareness Freedom through spiritual connection Letting clients go: a freeing process Experiencing the impossible with faith Easier with spiritual guidance Seeking higher truth Pursuing freedom and agency Evolving understanding of purpose Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.blueprintprocess.com/tammi-brannan Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Tammi Brannan tammi@blueprintprocess.com 541-501-7020 https://www.tammibrannan.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I've been asked for years to do a podcast on Lessons from my unusual life's journey - Farmer, US Naval Academy, Nuclear Submarine Command, Joint Chiefs at the Pentagon, Real Estate and Financial Services. I'm also collecting materials over time to do a book, and this is the result - multi-part Life Lessons presentation across many podcast episodes with a current events flavor. Today we go over working hard at a young age and listening to divine guidance. Let me know what you think! Highlights Efficient Social Media Management. Launching a Pool Service Business. Teaching Sons Business Fundamentals. The Importance of Knowing Your Industry. Working Hard When Young Pays Off. Watching for Signals from God. Indicators of Divine Guidance. Stretching Relationships. Leadership as a Beacon of Freedom. Preserving American Freedoms. Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.blueprintprocess.com/tammi-brannan Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I provide quick takeaways from a fantastic real estate investing event I've attended for many years - Jason Hartman's Empowered Investor Live, and replay a classic training he did for the event many years ago, the 10 Commandments of investing that are as relevant today as they were 12 years ago. Highlights Powerful client relationships and building lasting connections. Revisiting insightful Meet the Masters event of 2012. Ten Commandments of Real Estate Investing. Cultivating and maintaining financial guidance leadership. Be your own best advisor in real estate. Importance of direct real estate investment. Risks of investing with crooks and incompetents. Hidden costs of Wall Street investment management. Geographical real estate diversification matters. Avoiding attachment to any single market. The leverage power in real estate investments. Utilizing depreciation for substantial tax advantages. Non-cash tax write-offs through real estate investment. Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.jasonhartman.com/start/ Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this last part of our 3-part series on financial life we talk Legacy. I explain how legacy differs from generational financial wealth and how to sustain it long after you are gone. Some of it is about legal structures, but most is about setting the mindset and environment to perpetuate that mindset. Come listen in! Highlights Confidence in U.S. military leadership. Criticism of war profiteering. Establishing a lasting legacy. Rockefeller Trust and its purpose. Structure and adaptability of trusts. Importance of leaving a positive impact. Shared personal experiences for legacy. Hosting family legacy events. Encouraging meaningful participation. Wealth as a resource for good or bad. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I provide a brief sneak preview of my trip report from visiting MidSouth home buyers in Memphis, TN, and Little Rock, AR. Then I discuss part 2 in our current 3-part focus series, the financial stages of life = Income. Highlights Arkansas: Landlord-friendly laws. Memphis rehabs and new construction. Income phase discussion. Transition to income phase. Trading assets for cash flow. Annuities and financial planning. Reverse mortgage benefits. Turning assets into cash flow. Importance of integrity in investments. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this first of the three-part series on financial phases of life in the 21st century, we focus on growing the assets - How, When and in What order. I also give a trip report from Miami and Vegas and a prelude to the many events I have coming across the US this year. I'd love to connect with you in person for masterminding, drinks or dinner and fellowship. Highlights Phases of adult financial life: growth, income, legacy. Longevity of growth phase compared to animal behavior. Concept of legacy beyond wealth. Importance of remaining in growth phase for mental health. Mindset of abundance and working for what you want. Liquidity as a key financial strategy. Building a hierarchy of wealth. Viability of starting family bank at any age. Real estate as a proven wealth-building tool. Importance of protection alongside wealth growth. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I start off with feedback on listener questions and comments and then dive into part two of my conversation with Wade Reed on his podcast Wealth Acceleration. We dig into the benefits of Paradigm Life's approach to Wealth Strategy that sets itself apart by occurring through a lens of Certainty, not chance. Highlights Age and life insurance feasibility. Whole life vs. term insurance. High premiums for older age explained. Misleading average annual returns. Real-life example illustrating return math. Whole life insurance as a stable asset. Balancing risk and control in personal finance. Importance of liquidity during COVID-19 for landlords. Discovering real estate investing through setbacks. Comparing life insurance returns and investment risks. The importance of thorough investment underwriting. Investing control and its impact on success. Family bank strategy with whole life insurance. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Wade Reed Wealth Acceleration podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wealth-acceleration-podcast/id1759463424 https://paradigmlife.net/about/wade-reed/ wreed@paradigmlife.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadereed/ https://wadelreed.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this two part episode, I'm a guest on my friend and colleague Wade Reed's Wealth Acceleration podcast. We discuss how I got to this industry as a 30 year military veteran and someone with no financial expertise beginning from a scarce childhood in farming. It is a great conversation filled with lessons that hopefully will help you on your journey to Agency. Highlights Electric vs. Gas-powered car debate. Introduction to Wealth Acceleration Podcast. Gary's military background and financial turning points. Impact of early financial struggles on mindset. Commanding a submarine and financial realizations. Financial fallout from the Great Recession. The necessity of personal financial involvement. Exploring alternative investment structures. Importance of control in financial management. Hierarchy of wealth explained. Speculation vs. control in investing. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Wade Reed Wealth Acceleration podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wealth-acceleration-podcast/id1759463424 https://paradigmlife.net/about/wade-reed/ wreed@paradigmlife.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadereed/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I'm often asked what I learned in the military, or at the US Naval Academy; commanding a nuclear submarine; or as a Division Director for the Pentagon Joint Chiefs. I'll get to those in dedicated future episodes that are in the queue, but today I want to address business lessons and what that shift from W2 earner in the military for almost 30 years to a sales career and business ownership taught me. I cover why I chose what I did and the keys to success that I learned. These are applicable to all aspects of living an inspired and abundant life - listen in and let me know if these nuggets resonate and if you agree! Highlights Impactful moment of military transition. Value-based compensation vs. time-based pay. Prioritizing liquidity for financial security. Overcoming industry challenges and misconceptions. Transitioning life phases: renting vs. owning. Defining success through client agency. The importance of legacy beyond wealth. Differentiating through cash flow protection. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
This is the third episode in the Cash Flow - Wealth - Protection series and in it I spend time tying the three tenets or elements together to help ensure your continued success. I also update on my upcoming trips with the goal of meeting those of you that will also be there in person for some powerful masterminding and fellowship. Highlights Upcoming travel and connection opportunities Investing in personal growth First-time property visit in Memphis Lessons from the parable of water carriers Importance of innovation in business The significance of protecting yourself and your assets Life insurance as protection for potential income Focus as the key to managing multiple priorities Leadership insights from Admiral Rickover Protecting cash flow and reputation Continuous evaluation and adaptation of assets Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
This is part two of the three-part series on the vital elements of sustained wealth and agency, Cash Flow, Wealth, and Protection. I begin the episode with some current comments on current events here in week 3 of the Trump administration and all the goodness that is occurring - America is truly healing! Then I get into how to create sustainable wealth with certainty and the all-important question of WHY to do it in the first place. If you want your life to have lasting meaning, you must create resources that you can use to teach and be of service to others. That's how you impact the lives of others for generations to come which is how I define legacy. Highlights Dangers of Saving Wealth in Currency. Monopoly Game: Banking Rules Insight. Real-World Inflation Manipulation. Government's Role in Past Economic Stability. Controversial Aid: USAID Critique. Challenges of the Executive Branch. Hierarchy of Wealth: Risk Management. Gift and Curse of Rapid Wealth Approaches. Wealth Beyond Finances: Familial Legacy. Importance of Parental Influence. Human Unique Wealth Responsibility. Ronald Reagan and Wake-up Calls to Action. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
This is the first of a 3-part series on the Three Vital Elements of a sustainable personal financial strategy: Cash Flow, Protection, and Wealth. The great Zig Ziglar has many famous sayings and one that applies here is a favorite of mine: Money isn't the most important thing, but it is relatively close to oxygen! Well, we agree - by money he meant the US dollar, or currency which means money in motion...Cash Flow. Listen in to develop a new appreciation for how vital this element is. Highlights Cash Flow and Wealth as Energy Metaphors. Aligning Financial Goals with Spiritual Purpose. Critique of Passive Investment Strategies. Importance of Sustainable Cash Flow. Role of Cash Flow in Financial Independence. Lessons from Personal Financial Losses. Rebuilding Wealth After Setbacks. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
2025 is the year where I have the confidence in myself and my connection to God to finally boldly engage my clients to take necessary action in their financial life to make progress in their wealth, their business, their Agency and their legacy. This may result in some who are clients not wanting to stick around and I'll help them find a better fit however I can, but to achieve greatness, we all have to be bold and clear with whom we really are, what we really stand for and who we are truly trying to help. I invite you to do the same and join me on this righteous journey for 2025! Highlights Truth Training and financial integrity. Misconceptions about life insurance benefits. Let Go Of The Good To Receive The Great. Importance of working with ideal clients. Defining personal values and social connections. Emphasis on self-reliance and personal growth. The Toyota analogy for financial planning. The importance of adding value to others. Missteps in financial education. The role of personal connection in success. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Like flipping a light switch, 4 years of American freefall decline has reversed into a Golden Age of growth, abundance and optimism. Freedom and Agency are being strengthened across the globe with God's hand on the shoulder of President Trump and many other great leaders. There is much work to be done in protecting our freedoms from evil and rebuilding the loving, abundant world we all seek. Highlights Rebuilding and protecting future freedoms. Celebrating victory without vengeance. Recognizing Trump's challenges and public journey. The impact of challenge on American unity. Charles Darwin and spirituality in Galapagos. Finding balance between science and faith. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
We are in tenuous times in America right now leading up to the Presidential inauguration. There has been weeks too long of celebration, relaxing and taking our eye off the ball. We are vulnerable and we're seeing that manifest in the recent coordinated attacks. Please, get focused again. Back to your post as we say in the military. Keep your guard up, prepare for challenges, keep America Great through these next few weeks! Highlights Alarm over America's complacency. The “arrival syndrome” danger. Darren Hardy's New Year challenge. The cycle of hard and good times. Warning: Terrorist attack risks. The danger of letting your guard down. Lessons from submarine deployment. Navigating a weak period for America. The impact of H-1B visas on US jobs. Teaching work ethic to the next generation. Importance of getting back to work. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I'm offering my clients and those interested in my help on their financial journey 30 min in January-February to lay out and strategize the intentions for 2025 and the next 3-5 years. This comes at a tremendous time cost and yet I'm 100% committed and confident it will add value to you and your future. Highlights Kickoff meetings for clients. Financial health: cashflow, protection, and wealth. Wealth is stored energy. Cashflow: the lifeblood of financial health. Emphasis on relevance and value. Growing the team to manage burnout. The power of giving value first. Importance of accountability partners. Optimism vs. realism: Stockdale's paradox. Relevance and ongoing cashflow. Risks of entitlement vs. business. 2025: A year to stay relevant and fulfilled. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this last segment of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, we dig deep into the uses of cash value and how it is pivotal to growing wealth long term for yourself and your future generations. Highlights Global optimism post-election Optimism in real estate and markets Energy independence and economic outlook Discussion on cash value and its uses Understanding collateral borrowing against assets Utilizing life insurance policy loans for investments Safe liquid investment explained Importance of control in financial management Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Randy Wilson randy@randywilsononline.com https://randywilsononline.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this part two of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, I discuss the importance and method of Optimizing Cash Flow and discuss Family Banking's role in Legacy and how it works for you throughout each stage of your life. Highlights Mindset shift and wealth-building. Importance of early financial planning. Family's response to life challenges. Teaching young clients about insurance. Optimizing whole life insurance for tax benefits. Building efficient financial strategies. Growth, income, and legacy phases. Legacy planning with life insurance. Value of accessing home equity. Creating a financial legacy through strategic planning. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Randy Wilson randy@randywilsononline.com https://randywilsononline.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In this part of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, I dig into the importance of operating your financial life on two parallel paths, the protection side of which most Americans ignore at their own peril. Highlights Thanksgiving Reflection and Future Hope. The Logic of Listening at 2X Speed. Background and Foundation of Life Insurance. Term vs. Whole Life Insurance Simplified. Financial Planning: Parallel Paths Concept. Generational Wealth Building with Life Insurance. Personal Experience Driving Insurance Needs. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Randy Wilson randy@randywilsononline.com https://randywilsononline.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
The AI revolution is developing like most previous disrupting technology trends, with everyone in a scramble to use it more than their competitors. And just like previous cycles, many are making grave mistakes. Tricking your customers into thinking a computer is actually you, the one they trust will destroy your sales and relevance when they find out. Highlights Misconceptions and recess appointments. Embracing unemotional, fact-based dialogue. The significance of recess appointments throughout history. Women's intuition and male risk-taking instincts. The role of human instinct in facing new technology threats. The ethical dilemma of AI and maintaining customer trust. AI's threat if indistinguishable from humans. Outsourcing risks to personal and professional reputation. The importance of maintaining involvement in customer relationships. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Podcaster and good friend Randy Wilson invited me onto the Rich Mind podcast to discuss generational wealth and legacy. Learn how to create wealth, hold onto it and educate the future generations to do the same. Highlights Wealth vs. Legacy: Defining Key Concepts. Importance of Investing in Yourself. Opportunity Cost: Using Cash vs. Borrowing. Embracing Boring Businesses: Opportunity in Overlooked Industries. Infinite Banking: A Tool for Legacy Planning. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Connect with Randy Wilson https://open.spotify.com/show/2dhbti7BsNtLTVenux9ubV https://randywilsononline.com/ https://www.instagram.com/randywilsononline/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/randywilsononline/ https://www.youtube.com/@randywilson https://www.youtube.com/@randywilson Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
The 2024 election is in the history books. Now it is time to show what true leadership is all about. Come together, embrace those that voted differently than you did and work as a united country to save the world. This means no in-fighting and rather seeing the true common enemy - the spread of evil across the globe that is leading directly to WW3, something that was a foregone conclusion until last night. We can fix all of this and bring prosperity to our country and the world that can last for a century - Listen in to find out how. Highlights Post-election reflection and gratitude. Unity against a common enemy. Strengthening family and society. Misunderstandings about abortion rights. Lessons from election losses. Belief in divine intervention. The cycle of strong and weak individuals. The importance of limited government and constitutional fidelity. Future political vision: potential years of conservative governance. Reaching out to those disillusioned by the election. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Financial advisors are perhaps most well known for their milk toast advice to create a 'diversified portfolio of blah, blah and blah'. Business owners don't follow balance and diversification, they Focus just as Olympic athletes and anyone at the top of their field does. I teach my clients to focus for Agency - listen in to hear why and how. Highlights Voting for optimism and unity. Bringing optimism to counter negativity. Shepherding clients like a guide. Challenges and opportunities in financial management. Free-market economics and Nelson Nash. Focus vs. diversification in investing. Elon Musk and leadership focus. Wealth as a tool for cash flow. Protect the number one asset: yourself. Self-reflection and personal empowerment. Be the rhinoceros: bold and focused. Importance of early voting and pride. Overcoming personal challenges with focus. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I update the Gulch on the hurricanes and make a renewed push for Early Voting. Then I discuss a very misunderstood financial issue - how to grow wealth with certainty and then not outlive your money in retirement. Highlights Eye of the storm: Hurricane Milton impact. Personal experience with rising water surge. Importance of voting early. Two parallel paths: protection and wealth. Exponential growth of wealth accumulation. Critical retirement planning insights. Encouraging continuous work post-retirement. Significance of longevity risk in retirement. Overview of retirement income strategies. Flooring method for income security. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I start with another huge push to bank your vote early - there are 5-6 states already open and we NEED to get all our friends to vote as soon as possible to help those in the swing states trying to get all patriots registered and their vote counted. If you vote, they know they can now focus on someone else! How do you avoid the risks of investing with a crook who will Take your money, an idiot who will Lose your money, or a lazy person who just doesn't Shephard your money? Only do investments where there have been absolutely NO red flags that concerned you, and with people you know very well and are of the highest character. Highlights Importance of early voting to avoid election day issues. Advocating for gun owner registration in Pennsylvania. Ensuring zero red flags in investment decisions. Personal story of lost investment due to ignoring red flags. Story of fraud in the oil and gas industry. Coaching insight on good vs. bad people in deals. Lesson from Warren Buffet on dealing with good people. Personal accountability and character in business relations. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
This is feedback on the Trump-Harris debate and actions I need every listener who loves their family, their country and their freedoms to take today. Please listen in, take notes and take action - We're going to preserve this amazing Nation for another 250 years. Highlights Feedback on Trump-Harris debate Importance of identifying and countering misinformation Mobilizing friends and family to vote Risks if Kamala Harris becomes President Rebutting Kamala Harris' radical agenda Trump's plan: America First Recognizing media bias Comparing the upcoming election to past pivotal elections The significance of having strong arguments against gaslighting Steps for building a large pro-Trump voter base Urging early and consistent voting for Trump Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I start off this episode laying out my case for why it is vital you and everyone you know Banks their Vote as soon as possible. Don't wait for the made-up crisis to prevent your vote from being counted on election day. Then - How can we still invest with high mortgage rates and in an unstable economy? You have to be smarter, more judicious with your capital. And be skeptical that the worst scenario will come true. There are hundreds of syndications doing 'capital calls' for their members, I'm in 3 of them. Stay liquid, stay alert and ask good questions - listen in for a full layout of the approach for today's alternative investor. Highlights Challenges with prolonged voting counts. Conservative approach to voting ethics. Article on Constitution and democracy. Telegram CEO's arrest and free speech implications. Voting system challenges and importance of early voting. Checking voter registration through vote.org. Personal encouragement to get out and vote. Transition to economic challenges and investing. Critique of Dave Ramsey's one-size-fits-all financial advice. Introduction to the hierarchy of wealth concept. Client story about converting potential energy into kinetic energy through investments. Strategic options for converting property equity into cashflow. Dr. Danny's investment strategy and personalized advice. The importance of hoarding cash in times of uncertainty. Betting on oneself and reflecting God's values in investments. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I share my story of the yo-yo of dieting over the years. I've tried them all, and most are successful until I stress eat my way back to the top. What I've learned in my spiritual and financial journey of late is that Agency holds the key to the permanent solution. Listen in! Highlights Attempting different diets: experiences and results. Mention of carnivore diet and personal experience. Natural hygiene concept from Fit for Life book. Personal reasons for moving away from a meat-only diet. Consistency in dieting and exploring Fit for Life for long-term results. Discussion on separating fruit from other meals for better digestion. Why people fail at dieting: environmental influences. Importance of creating a stress-free environment. Linking financial control with health and dieting success. Analogy: A healthy person has a million dreams; an unhealthy person has one. How control over life helps in maintaining diet and health. Becoming the master of your own environment and choices. The spiritual aspect of health and imperfection. Everything created in seven days: learning through challenges. Experiences and challenges are intended for personal growth. Importance of maintaining health for achieving life goals. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I describe two ways to look at using your current resources or advantages you have to pivot your personal life, your business, or both. First is reflection on Darren Hardy's recent Darren Daily episode on Time-Money-Wealth and using 2 of the 3 to obtain the other one. The second is similar and forms the backbone of our strategy at Paradigm Life: Cash Flow-Protection-Wealth. These three must all be in place in the end to ensure success, but you can use two of the three to achieve the desired result. However, history shows in most cases you cannot successfully use just one to get all three. Highlights Balancing life's spinning plates. Periodic focus on different life priorities. Acknowledging the need for focus in business. Announcement of future in-person events. Key resources in life: time, money, skills. Darren Hardy's point on resource management. Leveraging money and skills to save time. Personal anecdote: Being too business-focused. Example of hiring help to manage time. Transitioning topics to business strategy. Three financial keys: cash flow, protection, wealth. Time vs financial considerations in business. Importance of cash flow as the heartbeat of life. Cash flow's role in avoiding poverty. Protection: Insurance and its critical role. Real-life examples of importance of protection. Leveraging insurance for financial stability. Strategic planning and asset management. Comprehensive financial statements for planning. Using Paradigm Life's client portal for strategy. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://clientportal.paradigmlife.net/WealthView360 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I had the pleasure to be an early guest on the Constitutional Entrepreneur podcast with my friend and host Ryan Chamberlin. Ryan is a member of the Florida state House of Representatives. His podcast is focused on championing the efforts of entrepreneurs who believe in conservative values and preserving freedom in America. We discuss Freedom, Agency and Patriotism. Have a listen and be sure to subscribe to Congressman Ryan Chamberlin's incredible new podcast! Highlights Discussion on legacy and its importance. Building social capital and culture. Importance of relationships in politics. Balancing social impact with entrepreneurship. Thought leadership: Becoming an expert. Emphasizing long-term growth. Succession planning in business. John Maxwell on choosing your legacy. What freedom means to Gary Pinkerton. Betting on yourself as an entrepreneur. The two definitions of legacy. Financial structures for legacy endurance. Teaching legacy to future generations. Investing time in your children for legacy. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Connect with Ryan Chamberlin https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ryandchamberlin_episode-2-of-the-constitutional-entrepreneur-activity-7217284936653811712-rSA6/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheConstitutionalEntrepreneur https://ryanchamberlin.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I interview seasoned and extremely successful real estate investor, Joe Fairless. Joe is a client, friend and business partner. He co-founded Ashcroft Capital, a private equity firm focusing on multi-family syndications across the US with over 12000 doors and nearly $3B of assets. We discuss his journey to mega-investor, lessons learned and why he sees the future for multi-family investing is as bright as it has ever been. Joe shares true nuggets of wisdom, come listen and experience this great investor. Highlights Joe's optimistic view on challenges as growth opportunities. Joe discusses his multifamily real estate journey starting in Texas. Realization of scaling issues with single-family homes. First multifamily investment and the lessons learned from failure. Repairing investor trust by repaying out of pocket. Joe's method of focusing only on strengths. Identifying warning signs in investments. Importance of vetting the operators behind deals. Supply and demand challenges in the current multifamily market. Interest rate predictions and supply considerations for 2024. Benefits of pursuing challenges for personal and professional growth. Ashcroft Capital's current offerings and 2024 outlook. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Connect with Joe Fairless https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-real-estate-investing-advice-ever/id904025246 https://ashcroftcapital.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
My guest today was a staunch Bernie Sanders follower in 2016 and voted for Joe Biden in 2020. Today he is passionate about righting those mistakes. His eyes have been opened and he's concerned at his core that we have got to get Trump in office to immediately start repairing the damage the establishment has done for so many years. I'm confident you will appreciate what he has to say. Highlights Misinformation and election fears. Comparisons to Nazi Germany. Trump's policies on the economy. Media propaganda and mainstream deception. Reliable news sources and independent journalism. Personal health and COVID lockdown experiences. The importance of voting in person. Christopher's podcast and outreach efforts. Encouragement to stay informed and take action. Dietary advice and health warnings. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
As we celebrate America's birthday today and in this incredibly pivotal election year of 2024, I was compelled to reflect on and remind my awesome listeners of then epic accomplishments of our founding fathers and revolutionary soldiers. This Republic is by far the most successful social experiment of all time. It is responsible for more freedom and prosperity than any other event in modern world history. Please join me in this so important remembrance episode of Gary's Gulch! Highlights Significance of Independence Day beyond celebrations. Ownership and personal agency: Founding Fathers' vision. The importance of family autonomy and sustaining culture. Warning against socialism and globalism. Tribute to President Trump's dedication. Samuel Adams' speech on the significance of American independence. John Quincy Adams on the Declaration of Independence as the foundation of civil government. Urging civic participation in the upcoming election. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Challenges are inevitable in life. We know not when or how often they will come, nor how they will turn out, but remembering that Challenges and Opportunities are the same thing, separated only by how you respond is one of the keys to continuing to thrive in the face of unexpected change. I'm going through a substantial and unexpected business change right now and was reminded of many of the tools I've learned to navigate these times. Since my primary audience is business owners seeking resiliency and Agency, it is fitting that I pass along these observations and recommendations for when you next find yourself in a similar place. Highlights Peace during turmoil focus. Chinese Farmer story introduction. Neighbors' perception and ”Maybe” response. Conscription officers and son's broken leg. Consequences of misfortune or good fortune. The importance of maintaining peace. Alfred Hitchcock's “Dog That Didn't Bark.” Importance of resilience and being prepared. Importance of maintaining liquidity and resources. Turn challenges into opportunities. Coaching and gratitude praying. Remaining calm and growing from experiences. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I play a powerful speech from a scholar of decades ago clearly defining the difference from our constitutional republic and the democracy, the socialist equality that the left is so feverishly trying to put in place. Our founding fathers warned us time and time again to not go down this path. Please listen and help me protect this 250 year old experiment in freedom! Highlights Difference between leadership and management Advisors should empower others to be the hero Individual empowerment and the American Dream Critique of politicians and centralized power The impact of weak leadership decisions Importance of consistent actions and culture The submarine command course and leadership lessons Enforcing values and building trust in a team Leadership qualities and team conviction Building a culture where team actions align with leadership's vision Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I play a powerful speech from a scholar of decades ago clearly defining the difference from our constitutional republic and the democracy, the socialist equality that the left is so feverishly trying to put in place. Our founding fathers warned us time and time again to not go down this path. Please listen and help me protect this 250 year old experiment in freedom! Highlights Constitutional Republic vs. Democracy. Impact of Donations on Voting. Historical Speech: America's Founding Principles. Founding Fathers' Fear of Democracy. America's Misidentification as a Democracy. Tocqueville on Congress and Public Bribery. Criticism of Biden's Executive Orders. Democracy Leading to Dictatorship. Importance of Liberty and Agency. Student Loan Forgiveness Controversy. The Role of the Supreme Court in Executive Powers. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Personal business challenges I'm working through today reminded me that continually learning and sharing those lessons for the collective betterment of society. It is how we as a species evolve and prepare ourselves for even bigger challenges to come. It is the spice of life and what makes it worth living. Embrace it, you will look back and realize you are 10x the person for having overcome that crisis, for having seized the opportunities that it presented. MAGA! Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
In the face of artificial intelligence, state controlled mainstream media blitzes and a move to One World Government, how do you remain safe and prosper? How do you know what is true and what is AI or CGI? Integrity is the key. Be consistent and in alignment with who you are. When others seem inconsistent, not in alignment, maybe that is AI. Ask questions. You have to hone your skills of detecting the Wolf in Sheep's Clothing. Highlights 01:12 - Humans as problem solvers. 02:00 - Stewardship of God's gifts. 02:18 - Defining integrity. 03:04 - Misconceptions about integrity and righteousness. 04:03 - The Butcher of Tehran as an integrity example. 05:07 - The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing fable. 06:03 - Women's intuition and detecting deceit. 07:06 - Integrity as a defense against AI misinformation. 08:40 - Distinguishing real from AI-generated content. 12:24 - Supporting Donald Trump and American values. 14:41 - Local action for maintaining freedom. 16:32 - Importance of the upcoming election. 18:04 - Personal alignment with integrity. 20:36 - Role of whole life insurance in wealth strategy. 22:42 - Aligning with like minded individuals and companies. 24:00 - Issues with “pick your brain”; culture and alignment. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I lay out why it is vital to influence those in your circle to vote for freedom over tyranny. This is likely the last time we will get to vote if tyranny takes power in 2025. Please, lay down your reservations about specific issues or mannerisms, this is a simple fight for world freedom over tyranny. We need help from sane Americans to preserve freedom here and across the globe, and to prevent World War III. I also talk about changes you can make in your life, a simple shift in focus that can provide guaranteed returns and propel you towards Agency. Highlights Discussion on Biden's Tax Increases and Foreign Policy Allegations Against George Soros Comparing Trump to a Biblical Figure Introduction of the “Guaranteed” Concept Financial Behavioral Insight: Risk vs. Guaranteed Returns Importance of Paying Off High-Interest Debt Client Story: Impactful Financial Advice Concept of Patience vs. Focus in Financial Decisions Strategies for Avoiding High-Interest Debt Case Studies: Financial Mistakes and Risk Management Building the Hierarchy of Wealth Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
We all work hard to achieve Agency for our family and to sustain it after we are gone. Many mistakenly think you can build it with just offense, then protect with defense, but successful families and businesses focus on both consistently. Listen in, we'll build the castle together. Highlights Retirement misconceptions and financial fears. Analogy of the medieval kingdom for asset protection. Political views on Trump's influence on American prosperity. The risks of open borders and property rights. Different layers of asset protection. Using entities like LLCs for asset protection. The importance of insurance in asset protection. The role of a revocable living trust. Understanding outside vs. inside protection for LLCs. Irrevocable trusts for estate tax avoidance. Irrevocable trusts poise for a future episode. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I provide a summary and insights from a course I'm teaching monthly in major cities around the country on how to create and hold onto Agency - you need a good defense. Listen in and if this resonates, come join me at one of these events later this year. We'll be in Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, New York/New Jersey, Miami, Orlando and Houston at a minimum. Highlights Importance of defense in asset protection. The parallel paths of protection and wealth accumulation. The risks of relying on market-based financial advice. The dangers of passive investments during economic downturns. Building a hierarchy of wealth from the bottom up. Protecting the number one asset: yourself. Deconstructing wealth from the top down during spend-down phase. Preparing for the second episode on trusts and LLCs. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://www.aspiretour.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Agency - What is it, why is it vital to flourishing as a human and how to implement the best tool I know of to bring it into your life for generations, a Family Banking strategy. Highlights The financial lessons learned from losing half his net worth during the Great Recession and his realization of the need for control over personal finances. His philosophy and approach to financial education and control, derived from Ayn Rand's teachings on being a producer and growing agency in one's life. The specialized design of overfunded whole life insurance known as the Family Bank, detailing how it allows for liquidity and control while simultaneously offering protection. The application process for life insurance, describing it as straightforward and typically done online. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://calendly.com/gary-pinkerton/30min?back=1 Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Do you have skills in your real estate or conventional business that you can share with others so that we strengthen agencies across the country? I share the lessons I've learned from my dear friends and clients Drew and Rachel Thomas while attending their Salon Owner Mastermind last week. And I'm going to be at several events across the country each month in 2024. Come join me for free as a guest. Email gary@garypinkerton.com or text me if interested. Highlights Future events in Salt Lake City that listeners can attend and learn How his client and friend are successful in the plumbing industry Takeaways from the Salon Owner Mastermind event put together by Drew and Rachel Why you should consider teaching others within their industry The importance of maintaining business ownership and gaining agency in one's life Why successful, wealthy people are not greedy, but rather grateful and abundantly minded Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ https://www.aspiretour.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Agency, the ability to live life on your terms, is the product of financial knowledge and cash flowing assets. Most people focus on real estate when seeking cash flow, and while effective, it is extremely slow to achieve. Business cash flow can be and for centuries has been a much faster method and enables agency at a far greater scale than real estate can achieve alone. True agency requires betting on the Number 1 asset, YOU...and a business is a more direct reflection of your value than is your rental property. Highlights The inherent freedoms of living and doing business in Cape Coral and how it attracts new residents Importance of focusing on directly owned businesses to gain agency and preserving freedoms in America The benefits of owning real estate over other investments like gold, stressing the importance of directly owned assets for financial growth Why you should jump in, learn and gain experience in the investment and property market The success story of clients who turned their pet care industry knowledge into a profitable business venture The industrialization's role in creating financial dependence and degradation of family units The resurgence of small, local businesses for a stronger nation How to regain control of their unique genius and use it to build personal wealth, agency, and independence Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
It is time to have conversations with friends and family about what is at risk this November. Please listen and take action - our children and grandchildren are counting on you! Highlights Issues caused by illegal immigration, imported crime, population manipulation for political advantage. The need for administrative cleanup within departments like DOJ, FBI, even CIA, and returning power to the people. The crucial role America plays on the global stage, in relation to freedom and economy Why Donald Trump's presidency did not cause a war and his contribution to upholding people's rights The importance of a vast majority win in the upcoming elections to overcome potential electoral fraud Appeal to listeners to take action, start conversations about the importance of the upcoming elections Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
Join me and Clarity Advisors Show host Ken Trupke as we discuss the importance of agency in a free society and lessons in culture and leadership I learned with nearly 30 years as a Captain in the Nuclear Submarine force. Highlights Gary's beliefs on individual agency and how his services aim to improve his client's situations The need for individuals to maintain control of their lives and assets Gary's analogy from Jim Rohn about the value of becoming a millionaire – not for the money, but for the personal growth required to achieve such wealth The importance of having control over things that are important in life Value of leading by example and praises in public while reprimanding in private How 'bad news always gets worse with time' The best approach is to address bad news as soon as it is identified Having a balanced approach to consuming information from different perspectives to understand all sides and be more open to ideas The value of individuals reaching out to him, mainly business owners or real estate investors Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Connect with Ken Trupke https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy0zDj_8Q_N34ft6Cfa0IkQ https://clarityadvisors.io/about/ ken@clarityadvisors.io Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS
I interviewed a longtime friend, fellow investor and client, Craig from Oregon. He is a second-generation steward of a few hundred doors he and his father built and operated for over half of a century. We discuss the foundations they've built with the agency they've experienced over the years and the benefits of these tools for giving. We get as much as we give when it comes to charity - listen in and find out how. Highlights Craig's family involvement in his business The current size of his investment portfolio Comparison between Craig's and his parents' foundations Craig's advice on choosing the right attorney for creating a personal foundation The detrimental effects of government control on charities The personal benefits of being directly involved in one's own foundation His experiences with his own foundation. Acknowledgement and gratitude shared between Craig and Gary Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Audible Subscribe with Listen Notes Subscribe with RSS