Episodes

  • 186: What's Your Client Experience?
    Feb 26 2026

    What makes a great user experience, and why do most professionals get it wrong?

    In this episode, we explore why people don’t experience your intentions, they experience your systems. From Disney World to Apple to everyday professional relationships, the common thread isn’t effort, it’s design.

    We break down the core elements of a meaningful client experience, why inconsistency erodes trust faster than incompetence, and how your experience exists whether you’ve designed it or not.

    If you work with clients, customers, or people, this episode is for you.

    Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/products/courses/Meaningfuladvisorcourse

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

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    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
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    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026..

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    14 mins
  • 185: Sketching Out Retirement with Jamie Hopkins
    Feb 24 2026

    We focused on how to break down your retirement and personal finances into digestible parts, getting people engaged in their finances, talking with loved ones about money, and how to get started, with Jamie Hopkins, CEO of Bryn Mawr Trust.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on the value of mentorship!

    You can learn more about Jamie at BMT.com, X, and LinkedIn.

    Get your copy of Your Retirement Sketchbook here:
    https://amzn.to/4tDPBMA

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026..

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    27 mins
  • 184: Elevating Your Practice with Eric Brotman
    Feb 19 2026

    We focused on elevating and amplifying your practice, mergers and acquisitions of financial firms, how to get your practice to its “next level,” how to know when it’s time to make major decisions about your growth, and how to get started, with Eric Brotman, Chairman and Chief Growth Officer.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to start treating your practice like a business!

    You can learn more about Eric at BrotmanConsultingGroup.com, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026..

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    30 mins
  • 183: Private Placement Life Insurance with Michael Malloy
    Feb 17 2026

    We focused on private placement life insurance, what it is, how it works, how it’s different from traditional life contracts, who it’s a fit for, and how to get started, with Michael Malloy, President of EWP Financial.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on why it’s smart to only invest in things you understand!

    You can learn more about Michael at EWP-Financial.com, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026..

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    28 mins
  • 182: The Way Forward with Josh Tomeoni
    Feb 12 2026

    We focused on bouncing back from rock bottom and finding the way forward, how to deal with trauma and find your true identity, why there’s always more for you and your life, and how to get started, with Josh Tomeoni, Financial Advisor and Men’s Coach.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on the value of taking a pause and collecting yourself!

    Get your copy of Gospel of an Ex Derelict here: http://exderelict.com/gospel-book

    You can learn more about Josh at ExDerelict.com, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2025.

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    32 mins
  • 181: Planning for Business Owners with Dustin Alexander
    Feb 10 2026

    We focused on planning for business owners, recognizing our biases and why it’s so hard to do, the importance of retaining key employees, creating contingency plans, and how to get started, with Dustin Alexander, Founder and President of Stirling Capital.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on why focusing on less can help you achieve more!

    You can learn more about Dustin at StirlingCapital.com, and LinkedIn.

    George’s newest book is available! Get your copy of The Meaningful Few here:
    https://amzn.to/4qA26X9

    Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, eliminate distractions, and live with intention and clarity. Learn more here:
    https://www.mymeaningfulfew.com/

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026..

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    24 mins
  • 180: Financial Preparedness with Mike Branham
    Jan 13 2026
    We focused on being financially prepared and resilient, what to do should you get laid off, dealing with financial overwhelm and what the logical first steps are, ensuring you cover all your bases when it comes to the benefits you receive from your employer, and how to get started, with Mike Branham, CFP, Shareholder, Sr. Financial Planner at The Planning Center, Inc.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how and why the right time to get started is now!

    You can learn more about Mike at ThePlanningCenter.com, and LinkedIn.

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2025.

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    23 mins
  • 179: Financial Overwhelm with Jeff Condren
    Jan 8 2026
    We focused on dealing with financial overwhelm, asking yourself what would help you sleep better at night, how best to pay for college, setting your course for retirement, and how to get started, with Jeff Condren, CFP, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor in Mesirow Wealth Management.

    Listen to hear a difference-making tip on taking a personalized approach to risk tolerance and asset allocation!

    You can learn more about Jeff at Mesirow.com, and LinkedIn.

    Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:
    https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow
    Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
    Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeblood
    Have George G speak
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/
    Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companies
    https://moneyalignmentacademy.com/
    Find George G’s books here
    https://amzn.to/3R2gIhH
    The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2025.

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    20 mins