The Above Board Podcast

Many of us are seeking ways to create fulfillment and get better throughout our journey in life. From personal finances to personal development, our conversations are infused with honesty, transparency, and a dash of humor. Hosted by John Kennedy, CFP®, Matthew Marcoux, CFP® and TheRichB. © 2024 CandorPath Financial. All Rights Reserved.Securities offered through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. (JWC) Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. (JWCA). CandorPath Financial and JWC/JWCA are unaffiliated entities

The Above Board Podcast is a business podcast hosted by CandorPath Financial, with 191 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

CandorPath Financial hosts The Above Board Podcast, a business show with 191 episodes published.

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  Episode #190

  Back to School Lessons We Wish We'd Learned

  Aug 12, 202643 minS6

  In this episode, John Kennedy and Brandon Hatcher look back at the financial lessons that often don’t get taught in school. From budgeting and saving to investing, spending, and building good money habits, they share practical advice for teaching the next generation how to feel more confident and intentional with money. 01:54 Back To School 03:20 Financial Literacy First 05:07 Breaking The Excuse Loop 08:20 Experiential Learning Ideas 16:06 Life Skills in School 17:11 Psychology And Identity 20:20 Finances As Core Curriculum 21:06 Budgeting in School 30:55 Time and Fitness Investing 34:40 Free Financial Course Shoutout

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  Episode #189

  Financial Mediocrity is Expensive

  Jun 10, 202610 minS6

  John Kennedy challenges the common mindset of saying “I’m just not good with money,” arguing that in today’s world of budgeting apps and free education, financial apathy is too costly. He explains that unlike 50 years ago, when pensions and stronger Social Security made average money habits less damaging, today retirees often rely on Social Security for only about one-third of expenses, home prices are far higher relative to income, and retirement depends largely on personal saving and investing. Using time-value-of-money examples, he shows how small decisions and delayed action can dramatically reduce long-term outcomes. He emphasizes that wealth is usually built through consistent, boring habits and urges you to take one small step today and share it in the comments. 00:00 Why We Say "Bad With Money" 01:02 Retirement Reality Check 01:33 Housing Costs And Stakes 02:14 Savings Rate Wake Up 03:11 Financial Apathy Is Normalized 04:09 Delayed Consequences And Drift 04:44 Compounding And Starting Early 05:32 Wealth Is Boring Habits 07:27 Plant Seeds For Momentum 08:10 Your One Step Challenge

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  Episode #188

  The Compound Effect of Discipline

  Jun 3, 20269 minS6

  Everybody wants the result, but few people stick with the discipline it takes to get there. In this episode, John Kennedy explores the compound effect of discipline, why consistency matters more than motivation, and how small actions repeated over time can create remarkable results. From finances and health to relationships and personal growth, this conversation is a reminder that lasting progress is built one intentional step at a time. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to start, this episode is your encouragement to begin where you are and keep showing up! 00:00 Everybody Wants Results 00:27 Motivation vs Discipline 00:54 Earned Dopamine Momentum 01:36 Tim Grover Relentless 02:07 Quiet Discipline Pays 02:29 Money Example First 100K 03:27 Momentum Next 100K 04:16 Grand Slam Trap 05:34 Discipline Creates Peace 06:14 Identity Shift Habits 06:46 Show Up Regardless 07:33 Encouragement To Start

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  Episode #187

  Navigating Life's Messy Middle with Lisa Begley

  May 20, 202649 minS6

  In this episode, John sits down with Lisa Begley, author of The Sock Drawer Philosophy and host of the Sock Drawer Podcast, to talk about navigating life’s messy middle. Lisa shares how major life transitions, career changes, and a few hard lessons helped shape her perspective on growth, resilience, and moving forward even when things feel unclear. She explains the “sock drawer” metaphor for life’s chaos and walks through her D-R-A-W-E-R™ Method for making progress without needing everything to be perfect first. Tune into The Sock Drawer Podcast Want a free book copy of The Sock Drawer Philosophy? Text the CandorPath team at 407-904-8414! 00:00 Meet Lisa Begley 01:32 Real Life Messy Middle 02:51 Retirement Reinvention 05:41 Authenticity Over Perfection 07:14 Sock Drawer Philosophy 09:27 Signs and Sock Stories 12:53 Trauma and Feeling Stuck 15:31 Decide to Move Forward 19:56 Tiny Dare Accountability 21:07 Money Mindset Parallels 24:56 Introducing the D-R-A-W-E-R Method 29:43 Apply What You Know 41:49 Why Mentors Matter 45:39 Book Giveaway

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  Episode #186

  The Arrival Fallacy

  Apr 15, 20269 minS6

  John Kennedy explains the “Arrival Fallacy;" the belief that happiness will come once you reach a milestone like a certain net worth, retirement, or business success, only to find the feeling quickly fades. He breaks down hedonic adaptation (happiness returning to a baseline) and how dopamine is more tied to anticipation and pursuit than achievement, which is why many high achievers and retirees can feel lost after “arriving.” John argues that lasting fulfillment comes from valuing the process, consistent progress, and meaningful pursuits rather than a single outcome. 00:33 What Is Arrival Fallacy? 01:35 Hedonic Adaptation Explained 02:21 Dopamine and Pursuit 03:20 Success After the Summit 03:56 Retirement and Identity Shift 04:35 Value the Process 04:58 Softball Story Lesson 06:53 Redefining Success 07:33 Keep Your Brain Moving

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