184 Paul Adams - Living Radically Within Your Means

Show Notes

Harry Duran welcomes to the podcast CEO of Sound Financial Group and fellow podcaster, Paul Adams. Paul is the founder and host of the show, Sound Financial Bites, a podcast that provides people of all backgrounds with general financial information. Paul’s goal is to provide listeners with non-controversial advice that is tangible and actionable so they can increase their knowledge and allow them to make better-informed decisions.

In this episode, Paul provides an insight into his background, both in the financial services industry as well as his personal life. Paul has always had a very intense and aggressive personality which, combined with a contagious zeal, has shaped Paul’s success. Paul believes in standing up for what you believe in and preaches these same ideals to his children. Paul speaks to the benefits and strength that come from facing adversity and other hardships. Paul and Harry discuss the importance of getting a clear picture of your future goals so you can take the appropriate action. It is Paul’s theory that taking action and cultivating contentment are two key factors for success. By following this strategy, Paul has been able to achieve success in multiple facets of his life. Finally, Paul shares his thoughts on the benefits of podcasting, including one aspect that often goes overlooked.

00:59 – Harry welcomes Paul Adams to the podcast
01:45 – Why Paul decided to start his podcast, Sound Financial Bites
04:20 – Paul recalls the origins of his technology obsession
08:14 – Paul’s love of flying
09:43 – The newfound appreciation Paul felt after experiencing flying lessons
11:36 – How Paul got into the financial services industry
16:02 – Paul’s aggressive approach to life
19:26 – Deciphering which conflicts are worth tilting into
21:04 – Paul talks about raising his children to stand firm in what they believe
25:07 – The importance of facing adversity and challenges
28:29 – A lesson Paul learned from a former Navy SEAL
31:07 – Paul talks about what it means to ‘live radically within your means’
34:30 – The biggest challenge to living within your means
39:30 – The importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals, family and friends
41:10 – Paul’s business goal for the upcoming year
44:38 – Spending eighty-three nights in an RV
50:02 – The importance of creating an intention statement in your personal and business lives
53:21 – How Paul has grown as a podcast host
54:42 – Paul gives his opinion on the most difficult part of podcasting
56:32 – One person who has been a true inspiration to Paul
58:39 – What is something Paul has changed his mind about recently
1:03:21 – What is the most misunderstood thing about Paul
1:05:36 – Where listeners can follow Paul
1:06:21 – Paul shares one last thought on podcasting