Careers and Cash Flow
206 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 55 ratingsA groovy personal finance podcast that helps professionals connect their career moves to their wealth goals. We teach you the skills needed to build a meaningful career that leads to more time, money and freedom.
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
106 - Upgrade Your Mental Software
January 21, 2019 09:00 - 19 minutes - 19.1 MBHave you ever worked on an old computer? I mean an old machine that just does not have the right software to accomplish what you need. The operating system is slow, buggy or plain out cannot run the new programs. Well our minds are similar and your operating system is downloaded when you are very young. This early programming greatly affects how you move through life as a teen and adult. It could even impact your chances of being successful. The good news is that you can upgrade that...
105 - 7 Tactics - Getting ready to increase your salary and income
January 14, 2019 09:00 - 21 minutes - 21.1 MBYou’re good at your job, or you’re making serious progress toward becoming one of the best. Unfortunately good work alone doesn’t automatically mean you will get paid more money. This year we are not being cute about it. It’s time to get you skilled up AND paid up. Here are seven (7) tactics for you to implement before you even walk into a salary negotiation. Details on the inside so listen up! Question of the day: Which tactic will you work on first? (Comment below or on twitter) ...
104 - Success is an athletic experience
January 07, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 12.1 MBHello January! Yep, it’s that time of the year when many people feel inspired to start crushing fitness goals and diets. Hello February, most of the new fitness enthusiasts have faded like the colour on cheap jeans. When it comes to health and fitness we often focus on the cosmetic reasons to get in shape, but what if Will Smith told your fitness level is linked to your success level? Would you believe it? Tune in to learn more about this connection. Question of the day: What’s...
103 - Happy New Year: Make 2019 Yours!
January 01, 2019 09:00 - 5 minutes - 6.35 MBHere’s a special new year message from Dalan and the team. How to get your mind right for 2019 and insights to what you can expect for the fire squad this year! Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter.com/dalanv Connect with show on twitter @focusthefire www.twitter.com/focusthefire
102 - Biggest Regret and Biggest Win of 2018
December 31, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 18.5 MB2018 Review! This year some things went well, and others could have been much better. There are important lessons on both sides and we want to help you learn these for free. We already paid the price in 2018, so here is a cheat sheet for next year. Tune is as we take you behind the mic and share the biggest regret and win of 2018, and how you can leverage this for a powerful 2019. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources avai...
101 - Your 2019 Career Plan
December 24, 2018 09:00 - 22 minutes - 21.6 MBEach year around this time people are busy making plans and setting goals for the new year. You know the usual suspects: fitness, diets, saving money, reading books. But what about your career? On this episode we share some practical tips to help you be more intentional about what your career will look like 1 year from now. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on ...
100 - MILESTONE - 99 Shows, But We're Still Not Done
December 17, 2018 09:00 - 28 minutes - 27.7 MB100 SHOWS! Yes, it’s hard to believe. Today we’re celebrating a HUGH milestone. After months of planning we finally launched this little podcast idea in March 2016 from a tiny basement studio apartment in the British Virgin Islands. I think we recorded episode one five times before creating something we weren’t too ashamed to release. None of this would be possible without your support, so today, we also celebrate you! On this special episode we take a tour around some highlights...
099 - How to Remember Names and Build Influence Fast
December 10, 2018 09:00 - 23 minutes - 23 MBThe first step to making someone fall in love with you is learning their name! Whether you're networking at a party, leading a team, meeting with clients, or building rapport with other influencers, names are crucial. When it comes to building influence and a career that leads to more time, money and freedom, this skill is a tool of titans! Today we are teaching you practical easy tactics to up your name game in a rush. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. ...
098 - How to Overcome (Fake) Fear
December 03, 2018 09:00 - 9 minutes - 10.1 MBOvercoming fear is crucial for many things, especially your career growth. I came a cross something recently that made be realise that what we think is fear, may really be confused with shame or pride. In think short video I offer some useful reflections on a point Brendon Burchard made about being ashamed of small beginnings. Learn what to do while you’re small, to excel when you’re big. Question of the day: What is one thing stopping you from doing “that” thing? Essential ...
097 - Yes, but do you have options?
November 26, 2018 09:00 - 8 minutes - 9.07 MBYour career should move you in the direction of more time, money and freedom. The combination is important, since any one element by itself leads to an unbalanced life. Think of that person who fights to the top of the corporate ladder, and get’s paid a great salary. The dark side may be that the company practically owns all their time and the don’t have the freedom to decide when and where they work. Today we take a closer look at freedom. Question of the day: What does freedom...
096 - Positive Side Effects of Massive Action
November 19, 2018 09:30 - 12 minutes - 13 MBWhen approaching a task or building a career we are inclined to spend a long time creating the perfect plan. Then, we try to execute this plan cautiously making sure each step is done perfectly. What if perfection and excellence is actually found through taking a bunch of imperfect steps? There is evidence to suggest that people who take more action, even those actions are at the highest desired quality, reach their goals faster than those let fear of imperfection hinder their output....
095 - Quit your job now and be an Entrepreneur?
November 12, 2018 12:08 - 14 minutes - 14.9 MBMaking the jump from working within an organisation to being an entrepreneur is can be a tough decision. On this episode we discuss the reality of being an entrepreneur and what you need to consider in making this decision. Freedom comes at a stiff price. Are you ready to pay? Question of the day: What are some reasons why you would, or would not become an entrepreneur right now? Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other r...
094 - More Action, More Satisfaction
November 05, 2018 09:00 - 12 minutes - 12.9 MBWe get trapped in our heads planning, thinking and overthinking. The challenge is that the more time we spend walking in these circles, that harder it is to get started. It’s a vicious cycle, but we are here to help you break free and make progress. Even the smallest bit of action can set you on a path to more satisfaction and accomplishing your goals. Question of the day: What’s one thing you want to get done before this year is over? Essential career advice for ambitiou...
093 - Power of Collaboration
October 29, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes - 11.5 MBIf you’re just trying to have a little fun, make a little money, then burn it at the mall, this may not be for you. But if you have major goals you want to accomplish that will ripple so hard that they affect you, your family and community, then stay tuned. Big dreams require help, especially if you want to get them done faster. The key to this is realising that collaboration is a two way street and it’s not always about money. Think value! Consistently seek ways to add value to other peopl...
092 - Deferred Gratification: Power of Patience
October 22, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes - 11 MBWe live in a world that iis conditioning us to believe that we can have anything we want, as soon as we want it. For many simple things this is true, but when it comes to building a career and lifestyle filled with sustainable success, the microwave approach often falls short. Question of the day: What’s one thing you wish you had right now? Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com ...
091 - Should Your Job Make You Happy?
October 15, 2018 08:00 - 18 minutes - 18.1 MBHere’s the situation. Like me, you may have met many people who are unhappy with their jobs. They go to work each day but it’s a chore. Maybe that’s you? Recently I heard a story of someone who simply refuses to work until they can do something that makes them happy. Let’s explore two questions: 1. Should your job make you happy? 2. Must you be happy to do good work? Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources availab...
090 - Why You NEED to Speak A Second Language
October 08, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 19 MBPeople who speak multiple languages can almost always bring a extra layer of value to every situation, especially in business. So if you want a shortcut to gaining an edge on the competition in your career THIS IS IT! I’m not suggesting that this is easy, but I will say that it will give you massive and immediate returns for the time invested. This single addition to your communication repertoire will boost your confidence, likability, value and even your bank balance if you apply the st...
089 - How To Become A Leader: 8 Power Steps + Bonus
October 01, 2018 08:00 - 17 minutes - 17.9 MBSo you think you’re ready to take on a leadership role in the company, but you’re having trouble getting the right people to notice that you have what it takes. It this article I will share 8 strategies you can use to signal that you are a leader. This advice comes from a combination of study, personal experience in the corporate world over the last 10 years, and more importantly from top level executives who shared their candid responses on how to become a leader. Essential career adv...
088 - Transition from Career to Legacy
September 24, 2018 08:00 - 15 minutes - 15.7 MBIt’s easy to get wrapped up in the mechanics of building a career and forget that it’s all temporary, that is, unless you make it perpetual. The truth for most people is that if for what ever reason they don’t show up for work for an extended period of time, that stream of income will quickly stop flowing. Let’s learn how to use your career as a vehicle for building a legacy that will last for generations. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show note...
087 - Progress Over Perfection
September 17, 2018 08:00 - 11 minutes - 11.6 MBThis episode is dedicated to every one of US who is hiding behind perfection and using it as excuse to avoid making our attempts to grow public. If there is something in your head, an idea, goal, project, career move, whatever, and you’ve been talking yourself out of it because you’re afraid it won’t be good enough, this 10 minutes will change your life. If not, it was only 10 minutes so listen anyway. Ha! Fail out loud and let’s close the gap between you and your dreams today. ...
086 - Joseph Snyder & Chris Brown: How blockchain tech will transform modern work & life
September 10, 2018 08:00 - 39 minutes - 38.1 MBSimilar to the rise of the internet over the past 20 years, blockchain technology is about to transform the way we do work, business and life. This mean exciting new opportunities and challenges for your career. If you’re curious about how technology can allow you to work remotely in a dynamic team stay tuned. Joseph Snyder (CEO) and Chris Brown (CTO) of Lannister Holdings are on the mic to get us ready to thrive in this new world. Essential career advice for ambitious young professiona...
085 - Set Deeply Exciting Goals
September 03, 2018 02:14 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBLearn how to wake up each day with more energy and drive to accomplish your dreams. We’ve been setting goals yes, but does the very thought of your goals get you fired up? Do they make your eyebrow rise and your heart beat faster? Here’s how to live life with more energy regardless of where you are on the journey. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitte...
084 - Joel Quass: How to win at job interviews and resumes
August 27, 2018 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBWe’re on the mic today with Joel Quass who is unlocking insider secrets on how to write a resume that converts, and find success on your next job interview. This a rare opportunity to get inside the mind of the person who will decide whether your resumé is worth a call back. Learn what top level executives are looking for when you arrive at a job interview. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefir...
083 - Jamila Abston: Building A Career Smart & Fast
August 20, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBWe're on the mic with Jamila Abston, who is a Partner with Ernst & Young LLP New York. Jamila worked, networked and earned her place in the top tier of corporate leadership. Featured in Black Enterprise and interviewed by the NY Stock Exchange, she joins us on Focus The Fire to give you the tactics she used to blaze this trail. Learn how to build a career smart and fast! *This episode is a bit longer than our usual 15-20 minutes, but trust me, you don't want to miss a single drop of this...
082 - Rich By Association: Remember to get yours
August 13, 2018 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBIn your career development it’s crucial to engage with people who are more advanced that you. This may mean they have more experience, money, connections or other assets. Some will inspire you from a distance, others will teach and some will invite you to participate in what they are building. Great…but don’t get confused. Their success is not yours. The goal is to get to a place where you are adding at least as much value as you are getting from the relationship. Be impressed, be insp...
081 - Personal vs. Professional Development
August 06, 2018 08:00 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MBIs there a difference between personal and professional development? Maybe, but I don’t think they are mutually exclusive. If the line is there, it’s probably dotted or very thin. Either way let’s learn how to leverage the skills we learn for the office and those we learn for life. That’s right, this is one time double dipping is approved and encouraged! Question of the day: What’s one skill you use outside the office that might be a super power in your career? Essential ...
080 - Power of Simplicity
July 30, 2018 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBSometimes we let a desire to be complex hinder us from getting started and sharing ideas with the world. It’s understandable. With so many smart people out there doing great work, we naturally want to be sure we are adding something valuable to the conversation. Perhaps the best thing we can add is a simple explanation to things people will find very useful. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.foc...
079 - 4 Power Tips To Increase Your Productivity
July 22, 2018 22:34 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBTime is our most precious resource. As a high performer hungry for a career the leads to more time, money and freedom you have to master how to maximise the time available each day. Here are four power tips to start making this happen today. Be more intentional about scheduling your time. Be extremely present and focused on each task. Manage your mental time. Power Lunch! Tune in for a full breakdown of how it works. Question of the day: What are some other areas like lunch where y...
078 - Michele Badie - How to Become Your Professional Best
July 16, 2018 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBOn this Episode we sit down with Michele Badie, host of the Career Tipper podcast and author of “Confidently You: 21-Day Action Plan To Your Professional Best”. in this exclusive interview for the Fire Squad (you!), Michele unboxes practical techniques to help you grow into your professional best. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter...
077 - How to quit your job like a boss
July 09, 2018 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBYour first job may not be your dream job. Maybe your second one will be less than perfect as well. Even so, the people you meet and experiences you collect along the way are priceless. Those same relationships can be useful later. This episode teaches you how to manage the exit process and walk out the door with integrity and respect. How to quit your job like a boss! Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.f...
076 - How To Overcome Fear
July 02, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBIf you’ve ever tried to accomplish anything great then you’re already familiar with the sense of fear that makes you question your ability to succeed. Or even more strangely, it may be a fear of how you will handle things if you find massive success. In any case we can’t allow this to overshadow our will to move forward. More on the inside. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.co...
075 - 10 Easy Ways to Save Money
June 25, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBBefore we can seriously talk about investing, let’s get your finances under control with 10 easy ways to save money. Working in accounting and banking for the past 10 years, you get to see the range of ways people manage to make and lose money. This episode is a brief summary of the top things to avoid and rules to follow. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on tw...
074 - Business Travel Like A Boss
June 19, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBDo you travel for business? On this episode we drop a load of insider tips to help you move like an expert traveller and stand out as a serious executive. This is more than a “what to pack” conversation so tune in to learn more. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Full show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter.com/dalanv Connect with show on twitter @focusthefire www.t...
073 - The #1 Reason People Lose Momentum
June 11, 2018 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBSo you did all the stuff they told you to do. Goals written, podcasts loaded and listened to, liked multiple motivational quotes on social media. But there is a problem. Many of us get started then eventually fall off the ride and lose momentum for various reasons. Perhaps the number one reason is that we keep stopping for APPLAUSE. In this episode we teach you how to avoid this trap and keep working even when people aren’t clapping. Essential career advice for ambitious young ...
072 - 10,000 Reasons Why
June 04, 2018 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBWe’ve been doing a lot of thing about why so many people have big dreams and struggle to make them a reality. What’s the real thing that separates the dreamers from the doers? On this episode we break down the one lesson that helped us get to this point. 10,000 reasons why you should to the hard things that will get you like life you desire! New Youtube Video: 3 Steps to Start Building a More Focused Career https://youtu.be/yPEgA0je2v4 Essential career advice for ambiti...
071 - How to increase your value in the office
May 28, 2018 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBLet’s face it. Corporate life can be a jungle with many people fighting clean and dirty for that top spot. This can be the case on any team of high performers. Here are five practical strategies you can start using today to carve out your space as a valuable asset. Make your boss’s life easier. Bring the best energy to every situation Become an expert in 1 mission critical aspect of the business. Build strong relationships with clients Be the face and voice of something Ess...
070 - The Price of Greatness
May 21, 2018 08:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBWhat do you want more than anything? What do you dream about, think about, wish for? People usually have great answers for these questions, but the conversation gets awkward when you start talking about what they are willing to sacrifice to get there. It’s hard to get extraordinary results by only taking ordinary action. Today we look at the real price of achieving greatness. Than narrow, deep focus that requires you to set aside some things are good and useful, but perhaps n...
069 - Get ready to quit your job
May 14, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBHave you ever felt like quitting your job? We’ve all been there at some point and if not, keep working, it will come! Last’s we sent an article about things to consider before you quit your job. Today we take a closer look at that decision process. Being an entrepreneur is hard work and not everyone is interested. It’s also not a requirement for having a meaningful life. While you may never actually quit, let’s discuss why you definitely need to be ready to quit your job. Ques...
068 - Devoreaux Walton: Using style and etiquette to supercharge your career
May 07, 2018 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThis week our guest is Devoreaux Walton, a personal improvement expert. She is the President and Founder of The Poise Pursuit, a personal branding company and The Prep Pursuit, an etiquette and style online media company, based in Dallas, Texas. Devoreaux breaks down the secrets behind using the way you look and behave in every situation to maximise your success inside and outside the office. Visit the show notes for special Fire Squad discounts on training courses from The Pois...
067 - Seeing beauty makes you a better leader
April 30, 2018 08:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBIt’s easy to get caught up in the busy work of building your career and miss the important details along the way. This time we don’t mean the specifics of manoeuvring office politics or crunching numbers. We’re talking about the intricate way nature, art, music and other things shape our world. If you can start appreciating those things, the next step is seeing the beauty in people. When this happens, you’re on the way to becoming a strong leader. You can look beyond a person’s work...
066 - How to break procrastination and imposter syndrome
April 23, 2018 08:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBLet’s be honest. Producing great work, is hard. Even when you’re a high performing, confident person, there are things we keep putting of until tomorrow, next week, or next year. Inside: Understanding what in your mind is really holding you back How to reprogram that thinking 3 step process to gain momentum toward your goal Special challenge! #FTF30days See you on the other side of progress! Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Show notes and othe...
065 - How to grow your influence by adding value to others
April 16, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBOne of the most crucial parts of your success will be your ability to gain and use influence responsibly. It’s not enough to just be good at your job or have great ideas. Getting the right people to notice your skills and buy into your ideas requires influence. Inside: How influence works Why it’s important to free value to other people with out expectations The law of reciprocity 2 Easy ways you can start adding value and gaining influence today - Information & Introduction Essential...
064 - Talk to strangers
April 09, 2018 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBAt some point in your career you’ll hit a wall (or several) where you have difficulty growing beyond what you’ve mastered. Because you’re a high performer, people get used to you performing highly in a particular area and it’s difficult for them to imagine you expanding. In this episode you'll learn how to push past these barriers to grow your influence and credibility. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. *Send us a voice note directly on www.focusthefire.co...
063 - Chasing Failure
April 01, 2018 04:26 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBFail, feedback, fix, then launch again…and again…and again. Each time listening to the people you are trying to serve and making small or big adjustments as needed. 4 Reasons to Chase Failure Less pressure to be perfect creates more freedom to create Removes the fear of criticism because you took control and invited it from day 1 Faster way to learn while gaining momentum Break through the wall of procrastination and analysis Tune in for a more in depth discussion. Es...
062 - Time over money
March 26, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBWe teach young professionals the skills needed to enjoy a meaningful career that leads to more time, money and freedom. Time is asset you can’t save or regain once it’s lost. Let’s discuss how it fits into the framework of building a meaningful career. Essential career advice for ambitious young professionals. Show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter.com/dalanv
061 - Too much money?
March 19, 2018 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBWe teach young professionals the skills needed to enjoy a meaningful career that leads to more time, money and freedom. Last week we touched freedom (Ep. 060), today it’s money. Tune in as we crush some limiting beliefs and get you ready for the win. Show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter.com/dalanv
060 - More structure = More Freedom
March 12, 2018 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBHaving a sense of agency or control around your career is one of the best feelings. You wake up each day feeling powerful, knowing that you are moving in the direction that you choose, rather than just following someone else’s instructions in exchange for a cheque. Question: What does freedom look like to you? Respond via email or via twitter. Show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.com Connect with host on twitter @dalanv www.twitter.com/dalanv
059 - How to get learning done
March 05, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIt’s no secret becoming a respected leader in your field requires consistent learning. However making steady progress on education amidst all the other crucial tasks is challenging. This is often because we take a casual approach with loose plans hoping that books will get read and courses taken. Even when we’re able to skim through some material, we only reap a small percentage of the benefits since there was no implementation plan. To experience the most progress in the least amount of t...
058 - Please don't say NO!
February 26, 2018 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBHow do you react and recover when life slaps you with a big fat NO? Do you retreat in fear or use that fuel to reinvent your approach and try again? Learning how to deal with rejection is a crucial part of your professional success whether it’s dealing with clients, asking for a raise or pitching to investors. Take a listen as we unpack the right way to interpret “no”. Question: What’s your NO story and how did you recover? Show notes and other resources available at www.focusthefire.c...
057 - TEDx Tortola: Connecting with a big world from a small island
February 19, 2018 09:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBA few months ago I shared the stage with some very smart people at TEDx Tortola. Today I’m sharing the live recording of the talk, about getting your ideas into the wider world when you live in a pretty isolated place. Let these ideas inspire your creativity and challenge you to give the world your gift. What’s one thing you would love to share with the world? How are you making it happen? Tell us about it on twitter @dalanv or email [email protected] for a chance to have your st...