Podcast appearances and mentions of Brandon West

“A rising tide lifts all ships” means that when the overall stock market is moving higher, many individual stocks tend to rise along with it. But can the current technology-driven rally continue, or are investors becoming too dependent on a small group of major companies?In this episode, we discuss Kevin Warsh's first interest-rate decision as Federal Reserve chair and why we believe keeping rates unchanged was the right move. Warsh delivered a disciplined message, explaining that the Fed has a plan but does not want to make unnecessary projections about an uncertain future. His decision to move away from traditional forward guidance may be good for long-term investors who want markets to operate on economic fundamentals, but more difficult for short-term traders looking for clues about the Fed's next move. Warsh also announced expert task forces that will examine major issues facing the Fed, including communication, inflation measurement and the quality of economic data.We also discuss Hillary Clinton's surprising support for President Trump's Gaza plan, the difference between headline CPI and core CPI, what fiat currency actually is and whether the broader market can continue benefiting from the strength of technology stocks.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

Brandon West is the founder of Front Page Pop, an entertainment and pop culture media brand covering celebrity news, reality TV, and trending entertainment stories. Since launching the platform in 2017, he has grown Front Page Pop into a recognized destination for entertainment coverage while building a loyal audience across digital and social media. In this episode, Brandon shares his journey as a media entrepreneur, the evolution of digital entertainment content, and the lessons he's learned growing a niche media brand in today's creator economy.Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Brandon West, you can find him here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frontpagepop/https://www.instagram.com/brandonwest_23/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontpagepopTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@frontpagepop2Website: https://www.frontpagepopculture.com/This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractic: https://www.cfcforhealth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/columbiafamilychiropracticThis episode is sponsored by Gallup Design Build: ⁠https://www.gallupdesignbuild.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/gallupdesignbuild⁠If you would like to follow us, we are on everything at Here For The Health Of It Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/columbiashottestpodcast/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hereforthehealthofit

Brandon West is the founder of Front Page Pop, an entertainment and pop culture media brand covering celebrity news, reality TV, and trending entertainment stories. Since launching the platform in 2017, he has grown Front Page Pop into a recognized destination for entertainment coverage while building a loyal audience across digital and social media. In this episode, Brandon shares his journey as a media entrepreneur, the evolution of digital entertainment content, and the lessons he's learned growing a niche media brand in today's creator economy.Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Brandon West, you can find him here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frontpagepop/https://www.instagram.com/brandonwest_23/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontpagepopTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@frontpagepop2Website: https://www.frontpagepopculture.com/This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractic: https://www.cfcforhealth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/columbiafamilychiropracticThis episode is sponsored by Gallup Design Build: ⁠https://www.gallupdesignbuild.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/gallupdesignbuild⁠If you would like to follow us, we are on everything at Here For The Health Of It Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/columbiashottestpodcast/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hereforthehealthofit

Most small business owners spend almost all of their time working in the business, but not enough time working on the business.In this episode, we sit down with Sam Slater, a former Google executive with over a decade of experience in design strategy, to talk about how entrepreneurs and solo-preneurs can get clear, identify the real problem, and create a plan for moving forward.Sam helps small businesses turn chaos into a clear, linear process by asking the right questions: who, what, why, and how. Through his in-person workshops and Clarity Clinic, he helps business owners address challenges around growth, client communication, client retention, operations, and more.We also talk about why business owners often struggle to step back, prioritize, and address problems head on, and how a 30, 60, 90 day roadmap can help create real momentum.Learn more about Sam and his work:Sam Slater Consulting samslaterconsulting.comInstagram: @the_clarityclinicHosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

The stock market had a rough week, with all three major indexes finishing lower despite a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report. The economy added 172,000 jobs, unemployment remained steady at 4.3%, and investors immediately began reassessing the outlook for interest rates. Why would a strong jobs report hurt stocks? In this video, James explains how stronger employment can keep inflation concerns alive and increase the likelihood that interest rates stay higher for longer. We also discuss the recent rise in the 10-year Treasury yield, why markets are now pricing in a greater chance of higher rates, and what that means for investors.We also cover the latest developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and the conflict involving Iran, why the economy and the stock market are not the same thing, and how concerns about inflation and stagflation continue to impact investor sentiment.Finally, we look ahead to what could become three of the biggest IPOs in history: SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic. If these companies join the Nasdaq, index funds may be forced to buy shares, potentially creating significant shifts in market flows and valuations.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

Most Christians in business feel the tension between running a profitable company and leading with faith. You want your work to mean something beyond revenue, but you are not sure how to build that into your team, your culture, or your goals. Brandon West has spent years figuring out exactly that. Key Discussion Points Why excellence in your work is the foundation of your gospel platform, and why it is not enough on its own How Brandon built a culture of care at Phos Creative, and why it spread without being mandated The polarity map exercise he used with his team to hold business and ministry in tension, rather than treating them as problems to solve How Phos went from a nine-page list of causes to funding 44 care centers across 18 countries serving over 7,000 women and children Four assets God gives faithful business owners: human flourishing, operational excellence, gospel platform, and kingdom capital About the Guest Brandon West is the founder of PHOS Creative, a strategy-first digital marketing agency recognized by Inc. 5000, Florida Trend Magazine, and the Best Christian Workplaces Institute, and the author of It Is Not Your Business to Succeed, with insights shared across 140 stages to more than 50,000 people. Under his leadership, PHOS has helped fund 42 care centers in 18 countries through their SAFE Global Fund, serving over 7,000 women and children impacted by extreme poverty and sex trafficking. A University of Florida 40 Under 40 honoree and Purpose Leadership Award recipient, Brandon lives in Florida with his wife, Shelley, and their two sons. Connect with Brandon Website: https://phoscreative.com/ Link: https://brandonmichaelwest.com/ *Connect With Follower Of One* Join us over in our Online Community(http://community.followerofone.org) *Get social with us* https://www.facebook.com/followerofone  https://instagram.com/followerofone1 https://twitter.com/followerofone1  https://www.linkedin.com/company/follower-of-one  https://plinkhq.com/i/1482955686 

The stock market is back at all-time highs, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closing at new records. The S&P 500 also posted its 9th straight week of gains, but as exciting as this moment feels, it is important to remember: this too shall pass.In this Friday market recap, James breaks down why investors should avoid getting too emotional when markets are up or down, how the AI revolution is still driving this market cycle, and why this moment could be compared to major periods of innovation like the railroad, the internet, and other major technology shifts.We also cover the big moves of the week, including Snowflake's huge gains, Costco's decline, weakness across most of the Magnificent 7 outside of Microsoft, crude oil moving lower, and the 10-year Treasury yield closing lowering to around 4.4% helping investors take a more risk on approach to the market.James also discusses whether it may be time to take profits in major winners like Western Digital, SanDisk, and Micron, plus what massive potential IPOs like SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic could mean for the market. If these companies go public, money has to come from somewhere, and that could create a major shift in where investors are allocating capital.The AI story is still the main driver of this market, but record highs can also bring new risks, new emotions, and the possibility of a pullback. The key is staying disciplined, investing in progress, and understanding that markets are always moving in cycles. Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

The Dow closed at a record high today while the S&P 500 wrapped up its 8th straight week of gains, showing just how strong momentum has been despite constant concerns about inflation, interest rates, and global uncertainty. Nvidia once again crushed earnings, raised its dividend to $0.25 per share, and announced an $80 billion share buyback program. Even though the stock dipped after earnings, these moves are often viewed as bullish signs for long term investors and reinforce Nvidia's critical role in powering the AI buildout.At the same time, the 10 year U.S. Treasury yield nearly touched 4.7% earlier this week before falling back below 4.6% by Friday's close. For investors looking for stability or less market exposure, earning close to 4.7% backed by the U.S. government is becoming an increasingly attractive option. Gold futures also moved lower as investors continue weighing inflation expectations, interest rates, and broader market sentiment.We also discuss Michael Burry's latest warning that the stock market has “jumped the shark,” what that phrase actually means, and why some investors are questioning his repeated bearish calls over the years. Plus, we cover Kevin Warsh stepping in as the new Fed Chair, what history tells us about markets testing new leadership, and why AI may reshape jobs and productivity over the next decade rather than simply replace workers.As always, our goal is to help you cut through the headlines and focus on what actually matters for long term investing.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

“In the short run, the market is a voting machine. In the long run, it is a weighing machine.” – Benjamin GrahamMarkets had a strong week but closed Friday in the red. Was it headlines, politics, or the Middle East? Maybe partly. But the bigger story may be interest rates and Treasury yields staying elevated, making lower-risk investments like Treasuries more attractive than stocks in the short term.James breaks down the latest market news, China trade talks, oil prices, the Fed outlook, and why long-term investors may need to stay focused on the bigger picture. Volatility is normal, cash can create opportunity during dips, and AI could still be one of the biggest growth stories ahead.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

The market just hit a new all time high, with the S&P 500 pushing toward 7400 and the Nasdaq closing its 5th straight week of gains. So what happens next… are we heading for a melt up or a pullback? In this video, we break down: Why the market feels great right now… and why that can change fast. The latest jobs report and what it means for the economy. How AI is driving massive spending and earnings growth. Why the next 12 to 24 months could be one of the biggest investing opportunities we have seen. The “risk off to risk on” shift and why cash on the sidelines could flood back into the market. The truth is, nobody knows exactly what happens next. But staying even keeled and trusting the process matters more than trying to time every move.If you are investing right now, this is a conversation you need to hear.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

Branding, Business, and Breaking Hearts: How One Creative Agency Is Ending Sex Trafficking Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Brandon West, Chief Purpose Officer and founder of PHOS Creative, in an honest conversation about what it really means to build a faith-driven business from the inside out. Brandon shares how a 12-year journey from a home office — teaching Greek, Latin, and algebra on the side — became a 24-person creative agency on a mission to cultivate flourishing in people and organizations everywhere they touch. But this episode goes far beyond marketing strategy. Brandon opens up about the year his mom died, his team faltered, and his leadership was tested — and how that same season became the catalyst for a vision so big his leadership team laughed when he first said it out loud: launching North Central Florida's first-ever sex trafficking safe house. Today, PHOS has launched 37 care centers around the world — five years ahead of schedule. This is a conversation about awareness and trust, excellence and authenticity, uppercase Purpose and lowercase purpose — and what happens when an entrepreneur finally asks: what if God positioned this business for something greater? Key Topics: Why excellence alone isn't enough — the case for authentic, Christ-driven branding in the marketplace The "Flourishing Framework": PHOS Creative's six-dimensional model for caring for team, clients, and community From one Compassion International child to 37 care centers: the stewardship mindset that changes everything How a cleaning crew employee became the first sex trafficking survivor reached in Gainesville, Florida Why the problems of the world can't just be someone else's fight — and how to take your first step The difference between ‘uppercase P' Purpose and ‘lowercase p' purpose — and why it matters to your team "It is not your business to succeed": How C.S. Lewis's words reframed how Brandon measures everything Notable Quotes: "God has positioned this business for something greater. As we live that out and be that authentically to the world — authentically behind the scenes and then authentic in public — I do think that is where the sweet aroma of Christ begins to be so beautiful." — Brandon West "Do for the one what you wish you could do for the many." — Brandon West (quoting a mentor) "If you have something that's enough to chase, maybe you have enough to share." — Brandon West

In this conversation, Brandon sits down with Karen Calderon aka The Money Chica, a certified financial coach whose brand centers on helping people feel clear, confident, and in control with their money. They talk about budgeting, behavioral finance, scarcity mindset, cultural differences in financial literacy, credit card debt, and why financial clarity has to come before trying to fix everything else. Karen's approach emphasizes getting clear on what is really causing money stress, building a system that fits real life, and aligning spending with what actually matters. They also discuss money in relationships, why couples often struggle to communicate about finances, and why sharing life often means sharing money too. The Money Chica site highlights that clarity, support, and realistic systems are the foundation for long-term financial peace. #financialliteracy #moneymindset #budgeting The Money ChicaKaren Caldarone, Certified Financial Coach, M.A.https://themoneychica.com Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

In this episode, Brandon West unpacks what it means to glorify God through business and career — and why every Christian is called into full-time ministry.

Following right-wing Democrat Julie Menin's victory in the race for City Council Speaker, we spoke with Brandon West, a former member of the City Council's central staff, about how Menin and her supporters outmaneuvered progressives, the powers she will wield as speaker and how she might try to obstruct Zohran Mamdani when he is mayor.

In our first segment, we speak to Brandon West, a former member of the City Council's central staff on Julie Menin's power as speaker and how her stance will affect Zohran Mamdani when he is mayor. In our second segment, we bring you an interview between John Tarleton and Zohran Mamdani, long before he became a world-famous politician. They reflect on policing in the United States. In our final segment, John Tarleton talks about a trip to Downeast Maine to a blueberry farm where he was reminded by how we all long for community, a desire for a meaningful life and how common people are exploited and pitted against each other by the same system.

James Breaks down the 5 ways investment professionals get information before YOU, the retail investor, and how you can start getting information just as fast as them! That way, you can make informed decisions off the data, instead of off their headlines! 15 Minutes of Finance is your quick, easy to understand take on markets, taxes, and making smarter financial decisions! The show is produced by West and Walters Tax and Wealth Management, an RIA and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West and Walters, each episode gives you clear, honest, and actionable financial talk in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee! All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.

Send us a textFor the next few months we will be sharing a mid-month review of a past guest who is also an author of a recommended book on integrating faith and work. This month is author Brandon West  author of Its Not Your Business To Succeed. Support the showBe sure to rate and follow our podcast!

In this episode of 15 Minutes of Finance, Brandon West interviews Shellee Howard, the CEO and founder of College Ready. They discuss the importance of early preparation for college, the competitive nature of college admissions, and the common mistakes parents and students make during the process. Shellee emphasizes the need for students to market themselves effectively and the importance of understanding financial implications when planning for college. The conversation also touches on alternatives to traditional college paths and offers valuable resources for families navigating the college preparation journey.Shellee's Books: Paying for College 101Schedule a FREE Consultation: www.collegereadyplan.info

How can you care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of your team, their families, your clients, your vendor suppliers, and your local and global community? In this episode, Jeff and Brandon discuss: God's bigger plan for generous business owners.The six domains of flourishing.The power of doubling down and not giving in to everything.Creating a focus card with your personal mission statement and revisiting it.  Key Takeaways: Bring your team and their families with you on the mission-minded values of your business. If everyone understands the reason why they're working, it can change lives.Everyone in your community can be brought in and invited to participate in having a greater impact through the work God is doing and the people you're serving.Your only role is to be faithful, to trust God, to do what is right, and then lay all the results and the outcomes back in His hands.Love people better. That is the key to being a more philanthropic leader.  "We are creating generational influence by sharing these stories and inviting our people into the work that God's doing through the companies that we get to serve." —  Brandon West Episode References: Rick Warren's The Purpose Driven Life: https://www.purposedriven.com/Flourishing Framework: https://phoscreative.com/flourishing-framework/Gino Wickman's Traction & EOS: https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction-libraryCompassion International: https://www.compassion.com/Randy Alcorn's Heaven: https://store.epm.org/product/heavenDonate to The SAFE Global Fund About Brandon West: Brandon West founded PHOS Creative at the age of 26 out of his home office. A strategy-first digital marketing agency headquartered in Florida, PHOS's growth and culture have been highlighted in the Inc. 5000, Gator100, Florida Trend Magazine, and the Best Christian Workplaces Institute.Author of It Is Not Your Business to Succeed and one of the University of Florida's 40 Gators Under 40, Brandon has shared his insights on over eighty stages, addressing topics such as purpose-driven leadership, people-first culture, business as a ministry, authentic branding, and inbound marketing. Connect with Brandon West:Website: https://phoscreative.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonmichaelwest/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PHOScreative/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoscreativeBook: It Is Not Your Business to Succeed  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdvFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

In almost 200 episodes of the Win at Home First Podcast, I have never had someone use this specific word as a key trait to win at home and at work. This conversation with Brandon West was enlightening and encouraging.   In this episode, you'll discover…  What is a key trait to winning at work, and at home? (1:14) How Brandon defines gentleness. (2:56) “Light” and the meaning behind it. (8:12) How a breaking point led to breakthrough. (15:07)   Brandon's Bio:  Brandon West founded PHOS Creative at the age of 26 out of his home office. A strategy-first digital marketing agency headquartered in Florida, PHOS' growth and culture have been highlighted in the Inc. 5000, Gator100, Florida Trend Magazine, and the Best Christian Workplaces Institute. Author of It Is Not Your Business to Succeed, Brandon has shared his insights on over seventy stages, addressing topics such as purpose-driven leadership, people-first culture, business as a ministry, authentic branding, and inbound marketing. Away from his desk, Brandon enjoys dating his wife, mostly losing to his sons at board games, playing guitar and piano, exploring underwater caverns, and pastoring leaders at Salt Church and in the marketplace.   What's Next?  NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE!

Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about the habits of successful investors. Higher earners often fall into "lifestyle inflation" where they never feel they can get ahead. Implement these habits to successfully build your wealth, regardless of your tax bracket!Have a question or topic you want to hear covered in a future episode? Send us a direct message here: ⁠⁠⁠Contact - West & Walters⁠⁠⁠Want to talk to a professional investment advisor, or schedule your FREE financial planning meeting? ⁠⁠⁠Schedule A Call - West & Walters

Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about whether you are a passive real estate investor, a "Real Estate Professional," or in operation of a trade or business involving real estate. Each of these designations come with tax deductions and strategies, so understanding them can help save you thousands on your tax bill!Have a question or topic you want to hear covered in a future episode? Send us a direct message here: ⁠⁠⁠Contact - West & Walters⁠⁠⁠Want to talk to a professional investment advisor, or schedule your FREE financial planning meeting? ⁠⁠⁠Schedule A Call - West & Walters

Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we get really honest about your money! Are you sure you're working with the right people to handle your investments? Learn how to start getting better financial knowledge and avoid industry pitfalls!Have a question or topic you want to hear covered in a future episode? Send us a direct message here: ⁠⁠Contact - West & Walters⁠⁠Want to talk to a professional investment advisor, or schedule your FREE financial planning meeting? ⁠⁠Schedule A Call - West & Walters

Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, I'm going to cover a taboo but important topic: why and how should churches (and other 501(c)(3) organizations) invest their wealth to multiply the giving of their members. We talk about how church investments are different from other entities, and the effect a growth mindset can have on church finances!Have a question or topic you want to hear covered in a future episode? Send us a direct message here: ⁠Contact - West & Walters⁠Want to talk to a professional investment advisor, or schedule your FREE financial planning meeting? ⁠Schedule A Call - West & Walters

Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, I'm going to cover one of our more complex topics we've discussed: tax-loss harvesting through Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs). Let's dive into one of the tools of the ultra high net worth individual, where investments are separately managed in a brokerage account designed to capture losses to offset other income, without increasing risk exposure or sacrificing diversification. Have a question or topic you want to hear covered in a future episode? Send us a direct message here: Contact - West & WaltersWant to talk to a professional investment advisor, or schedule your FREE financial planning meeting? Schedule A Call - West & Walters

Send us a textIn this episode of the Biblical Leadership at Work podcast, host Jason Woodard interviews Brandon West, the founder and Chief Purpose Officer of PHOS Creative. Brandon details his path from a university student pursuing classical studies to establishing a successful digital marketing agency. He discusses the trials he and his wife faced early on, including the loss of their mothers and raising a family while building a business. Emphasizing purpose-driven leadership, Brandon shares how integrating faith into the workplace has shaped his company culture and his own leadership style. He also reflects on the importance of intentionality, love, and faithfulness in leadership, and offers practical advice on balancing efficiency with empathy. Highlighting his own journey to faith and his spiritual practices, Brandon speaks on the transformative power of regular retreats and scripture reading. Additionally, Brandon shares insights from his book, 'It Is Not Your Business to Succeed,' which challenges leaders to measure success through faithfulness rather than outcomes.The Intentional Father book Support the showBe sure to rate and follow our podcast!

Are your professional pursuits driven by purpose or merely profit? In this episode of Seek Go Create - The Leadership Journey, guest Brandon West shares his transformative journey from viewing himself as a CEO to embracing his role as a "chief purpose officer." Join host Tim Winders and Brandon as they delve into how integrating faith with business can create impactful, purpose-driven leadership that transcends traditional success metrics. Discover practical insights and inspiring stories that will challenge you to rethink your approach to work and life."In business, we should shift from profits-centered to purpose-driven, focusing more on 'we' than 'me'." - Brandon West Access all show and episode resources HEREAbout Our Guest:Brandon West is a visionary entrepreneur, author, and pastor who founded PHOS Creative, a purpose-driven marketing agency dedicated to integrating faith and business. With a profound commitment to marketplace ministry, Brandon has launched 17 care centers across 11 countries. His debut book, "It's Not Your Business to Succeed," challenges conventional success metrics, advocating for leadership grounded in faith and purpose. Brandon's blend of business acumen and pastoral wisdom offers unique insights into leading with integrity and impact.Reasons to Listen: Discover Purpose Beyond Profits: Learn how Brandon West integrates faith and business to transform traditional profit-driven models into purpose-driven missions, establishing 17 care centers in 11 countries.Navigate Modern Workforce Pressures: Delve into Brandon's insights on tackling the anxiety and high-pressure success metrics faced by today's young professionals, especially those in academic environments like the University of Florida.Reframe Leadership and Success: Explore the enlightening conversation on shifting from control to stewardship, emphasizing faithfulness over outcomes, and embracing gentleness and emotional intelligence in leadership.Episode Resources & Action Steps:Resources Mentioned:Book: "It's Not Your Business to Succeed" by Brandon West - Available on Amazon and provides insights on leading with trust in God's purpose rather than focusing solely on success outcomes.Website: BrandonMichaelWest.com - Houses additional resources such as podcasts, articles, and further information about Brandon West's work and philosophy.Agency: PHOS Creative - Offers marketing and branding resources and has published free guides for strategic planning and fostering a flourishing workplace culture.Action Steps:Embrace Purpose Over Profit: Reflect on the mission and vision of your own business or professional endeavors. Consider how you can shift from a profit-driven to a purpose-driven approach, integrating values and a higher purpose into everyday business practices.Practice Gratitude and Reflection: Implement a regular gratitude exercise within your team or personal routine, similar to the gratitude exercise mentioned by Brandon West's team. This can help maintain emotional wellness and keep focus on the small blessings and positive aspects of life.Transition to Stewardship Leadership: Work on changing your leadership approach from one of control to stewardship. Focus on leading...

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk about an important concept for any investor: is it worth it to work with an advisor? Listen as we discuss the advantages of an AUM fee advisor who charges a percentage, as opposed to fixed fee financial planners. 

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we break down good financial habits to exercise when years end. Check the yearly returns on your investments, ask your CPA some questions, and make sure your financial strategies are still in line with your goals.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we get in the spirit of the Holidays with a dive into the ways to give to others. From tax-sheltered contributions to invested charitable gifts, we break down how to better compound your generosity!

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we take an honest look at some of our stocks we've been watching this year to see how they've performed. Subscribers to the newsletter will recognize many of these stocks. And, let's talk about our investment philosophy and our expectations for future market performance overall.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk about one of the most important market factors in recent history: the upcoming "Great Wealth Transfer" that will pass over 80 TRILLION dollars to younger generations. Statistics say most people are not prepared to effectively manage a financial windfall. Learn how to be prepared so you can avoid the common pitfalls of inheritors.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk about insurance :when you should get it, what type of insurance you need, and why insurance as an investment is a terrible option.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk about a constant worry of investors, "is it time to sell?" Let's dive into how different investors answer this question and whether or not any investor can beat the market and perfectly time their investments.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk about the concept of "risk tolerance." Let's explore investment strategies that can lower risk in your portfolio.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we discuss the often "false promise" of creating tax sheltered income in retirement. Learn when it IS important to incorporate tax strategy into your investments and the imapct it can make!

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we peak behind the curtain. What type of advisors are there, what fees do they charge, how do their potentially conflicted incentives affect their investment recommendations, and how can you use this information to pick a great advisor for your situation.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we answer a fear lots of our listeners might have: I'm approaching retirement but I don't have much invested and I'm worried I can't retire. Listen as we walk you through HOW to answer the question "cant I retire soon," and learn what to do if the answer is "no" in your current situation.

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we talk numbers, and help you plan for retirement by calculating how much money you need at YOUR age to retire a millionaire!

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we explore the sadly underutilized world of retirement planning for small business owner. Learn how to aggressively invest into your retirement and reduce taxes by tens of thousands of dollars!

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we explore the perverse incentives of financial "influencers" and explain how to search for sound, accurate financial advice instead!

Brandon West, CPA and James Walters, CRPC discuss weekly topics surrounding personal finance, small businesses, investing, tax strategy, and retirement planning. In this episode we dive into the details of the 457(b) plan and how its many advantageous set up every first responder to retire a millionaire!

Send us a Text Message.Brandon West - Chief Purpose Officer at PHOS Creative, Author and Speaker on Leadership and Company Culture - welcomes us into his faith journey and how it informs his life and work, including being raised in a Christian home (in name only); repenting to the bus driver; God giving fuel for the next season through relationships; protecting God's daughters; the beauty of the Christian version of imposter syndrome; adoring God in prayer; learning how to retreat; declaring for his company and for clients that they will be the light of the world; business as a ministry (BaaM); caring for their five key groups physically, emotionally and spiritually; what happens when a client's values are at odds with your company's values; explaining the Buffalo Culture and the three Ps of PHOS culture; repentance as chlorine; where Preach Where You Reach begins; explains the "Manhood Initiation Ceremony" and much more. https://brandonmichaelwest.com/https://phoscreative.com/Support the Show.

In this week's episode of The Venue Rx podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Brandon West, CPA and Co-Owner of 77 Financial Group. They cover the importance of separating funds owed to vendors from taxable income, advocating for the safety of a high-yield savings account over riskier options like stocks or cryptocurrency. Additionally they discuss tax planning and retirement, and touch on the needs of venue owners considering succession and what that planning process entails.  About Our Guest:  Brandon West is a certified CPA based in California, specializing in tax matters for individuals and small businesses. He earned his degrees in Accounting and Finance from Point Loma Nazarene University. Initially, Brandon gained valuable experience at CBIZ, one of the nation's top ten accounting firms. However, driven by a desire for more direct client engagement and business development opportunities, he established his own practice. Today, Brandon's clientele spans across 8 states and encompasses individuals, LLCs, S Corporations, C Corporations, and Sole Proprietorships. He is deeply passionate about supporting his clients' growth journeys, offering expert guidance through the intricate landscape of tax regulations. Find Him Here:  Email: brandon@77financialgroup.com Website: https://www.77financialgroup.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/77financialgroup/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-west-0814a686/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5WdL2X4ShOSn7YrnmwOECT?si=53c44c9571324638

Hello, Darlings!The celeb gossip EXPERT Brandon West from Front Page Pop joins the Pod to discuss "The Valley".We discuss everything from TMZ early 2000's days to why we love gossip just so much."The Valley" DID NOT DISAPPOINT this week, Brandon shares his thoughts on all of the cast, why Kristen is reality tv gold, and what is really going on at Jax and Brittany's house...who is cheating???Enjoy! Access bonus episodes on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the world of PHOS Creative with Brandon West, the visionary founder who started it all from his home office at just 26. Based in sunny Florida, PHOS Creative isn't your typical digital marketing agency—it's a strategy-first powerhouse that's earned accolades from the Inc. 5000 to Florida Trend Magazine. In this episode, we explore how PHOS Creative's growth and vibrant culture reflect Brandon's mission to cultivate true flourishing in people and organizations while embodying the love of Jesus.Guest Links:Brandon's LinkedInPHOS CreativeIt Is Not Your Business to SucceedCredits: Host: Lisa NicholsExecutive Producer: Jenny HealMarketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe SzynkowskiPodcast Engineer: Portside Media

Brett interviews his longtime friend, Brandon West, who recently published an outstanding book on the topic of success. Discover why business owners, entrepreneurs, pastors, and stay-at-home Moms are being impacted by this Brandon's powerful message. This 25 minute interview could literally change your life!

We speak with former City Council budget staffer & socialist Brandon West about Mayor Adams' brutal mid-year budget cuts, how he is abusing the budgetary process, and what the Council should do about it.

We start the show by speaking w/ former City Council budget staffer & socialist Brandon West about Mayor Adams' brutal mid-year budget cuts, how he is abusing the budgetary process, and what the Council should do about it. We also weak with Tara Currie of Brooklyn for Peace about the Move the Money campaign to divert money from the Pentagon to meeting human needs, and then we learn about the "Beirut to Brooklyn" art exhibit at Brooklyn College. Plus updates from Ashley Marinaccio about a protest for a Palestinian theatre and Amba Guerguerian about the latest from Gaza.

When BSN Sports Construction and Varsity Brands toured Daktronics this fall, they sat down in our studios for a conversation about their business, how they work with schools and how they work with Daktronics to bring new technology into those school's facilities. Joining Justin and Matt for this conversation are Julie Jackson, Vice President of Varsity Brand Impact Program and BSN Sports Construction, and Erik Rios and Brandon West, Project Managers of BSN Sports Construction.    Links: BSN Sports: https://www.bsnsports.com/