Mindset Mastery Podcasts

Marie Swift, founder and CEO of Impact Communications, hosts a series of short podcast interviews bringing motivational insights and actionable advice to NAPFA audiences. Guests will include names from a "who's who list" of professionals including some of the biggest names in the RIA consulting space as well as respected fiduciary financial planners who are accomplishing great things as they master their own mindset that helps them better serve their clients.

2022 Mindset Mastery Podcasts

Episode #25: Beyond DEI: Inclusive Leadership and WhatIt Means for Business Leaders Today

Geoffrey Brown, CEO of the National Association of Personal Financial Planners (NAPFA), speaks with Dr. James Pogue, an expert who focuses on helping business leaders understand unconscious bias. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Pogue weaves together funny anecdotes and riveting tales that encourage us to strengthen our own commitment to lead, drive change, and question the status quo. As it relates to Diversity, Inclusion & Bias, there are a few truths that Pogue says can help leaders lead better through the lens of culture and strategy.

Learn more about Dr. Pogue and his Inclusive Leadership research, services, and training courses here: www.jamespogue.com.

Episode #24: Radical Relevance: Building Share of Mind with the Right People, the Right Way

Bill Cates, a Hall of Fame speaker, author and coach who has helped thousands of financial professionals and firms to tap into exponential growth by focusing messaging, maximizing client engagement, and leveraging relationships, says the ubiquity of technology in today's society is leaving us more exposed than ever, causing what Bill Cates calls “marketing message overload.” Our brains are being bombarded and pulled in too many directions – and yet, we still carve meaningful conversations, information, and relationships. Breaking through all the noise is a challenge. The founder of Referral Coach International and the creator of the Bill Cates Relationship Marketing System™, Cates provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to building a culture of sustained growth through communicating more relevant and compelling value, as well as generating referrals and personal introductions. Learn more about Bill Cates and his latest book, Radical Relevance, here.

Episode #23: It’s Not About You: Lessons Learned from Serving as a Guide for Sight Impaired Athletes

Caroline Gaynor, a highly successful business person and endurance athlete who demonstrates that satisfaction is often found when acting in the service of others. Take a moment to imagine training to complete a full Ironman triathlon (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run). Now imagine doing that same event, nearly 30 times, tethered to and leading a sight impaired person. Like most people, Caroline has a day job, working as a regional director for a large asset manager, Avantis Investors. Outside of her job, though, Caroline works hard at something that isn't a job but is more than a hobby: guiding visually-impaired triathletes. In this episode, she talks about how to handle the unexpected, communicating in a way that makes sense for everyone, and how to rise above the challenges to be our best selves. Learn more about Caroline Gaynor here.

Episode #22: Level Up: How Mindfulness and Self Reflection Can Change the World

Saundra Davis, MS, APFC, financial coach, educator and trainer, distinguished Adjunct Professor at Golden Gate University, and founder of Sage Financial Solutions, a company that bridges the gap between financial service professions and low-wealth communities, says that with the right mindset, listeners can become their own heroes. Once a homeless teenager, Sandra believes that everyone needs and deserves access to competent, ethical financial services and she is committed to providing support to community-based organizations in the way of financial life skills programs. She is also ex-Navy and a Mindfulness Meditation teacher, so you’ll hear some of that thinking bubble up in the conversation. Learn more about the Financial Fitness Coaching program here.

Episode #21: Optimal Performance: Insights from an Olympic Medalist

Paul Kingsman, author of The Distraction-Proof Advisor, shares what it takes to become wildly successful, whatever your pursuit. As a young swimmer from New Zealand, Kingsman participated at the 1988 Summer Olympics, winning a bronze medal in the 200-meter backstroke. He also competed at the 1984 Summer Olympics. In this discussion with Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift, Kingsman says that sometimes success or failure is determined by a split second – and while the determining factors will always include talent, ability, discipline and preparation, in business and life (much like competing in the Olympics), it is unwavering focus that makes the difference. Kingsman also talks about how to attract the right clients, the important balance between competent conviction and humble confidence, and achieving optimal performance as a business professional in 2022 and beyond.

2021 Mindset Mastery Podcasts

Episode #20: Who You Are IS the Message

Marie Swift has been a student of mindset and self-improvement for over thirty years. She shares several phrases and sayings she uses to reframe conversations and stay focused during challenging, turbulent times. One simple graphic that’s been especially helpful over the years is the “Five Step Communication Success Cycle” – and Swift walks us through each of the steps, explaining why they all work together but must be followed in sequence. She digs deeper to provide six ways to enhance your professional communication skills and stay grounded when clients, staff, friends and family members need you most.

Episode #19: Why Standing Out is No Longer Enough – And What to Do Instead
Being hyper-relevant to your clients is more important than ever. In fact, Carl Richards, a.k.a. “The Sketch Guy” for the New York Times, says that it is not enough to simply stand out from your competitors – “real financial planners” must #1, become the “the signal” and #2, focus on the smallest group of people possible so that you can really demonstrate that you understand them. Join Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift and Carl Richards for a thoughtful conversation on becoming the signal plus how to stay resilient and grounded during tough times.

Episode #18: Dementia Prevention and Optimistic Aging
Did you know that fostering a positive mindset about the aging process can add 7.5 years to your life? Looking for “positive aging inspirations” and connecting the dots for other people can not only add years to life, but life to years. Join Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift and Dr. Margit Henderson, a psychologist who specializes in stress management and aging well, as they talk about being more resilient and vibrant as we age – and how to help others who may be haunted by “pessimistic aging ghosts.”

Episode #17: Brain Health: Beyond Crossword Puzzles and Sudoku
Breakthrough research is uncovering the surprising, key actionable steps to boost your brain and keep it working better, longer. Join Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift and Dr. Marc Milstein, a Ph.D. in biological chemistry, scientist, researcher and professional speaker on human health, productivity and happiness as they talk about the often-overlooked factors that accelerate the aging of your brain and how to avoid these traps.

Episode #16: Success That’s Satisfying

Power coach Stephanie Bogan of Limitless Advisor talks with Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift about the secret to experiencing greater success, happiness, health, wealth, and well-being. Success can be draining – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Financial advisors and founders can create bigger, better futures – on their terms – if they “mind their line” and are willing to give up “the lollipop of mediocrity.”

Episode #15: The Power of Dialog and Story Listening

A self-proclaimed “story listener,” Preston D. Cherry, Ph.D., CFP®, of Concurrent Financial Planning, LLC, talks with Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift about the power of dialog, authenticity and creating common ground as a way to create more meaningful connections with clients, friends and family, while at the same time inspiring action. It’s all about Life Money Balance™ aspirations and using challenges to pivot and grow.

Episode #14: Aligning Dreams, Desire and Positive Motivation

New York Times best-selling author and industry thought leader, Steve Sanduski, talks with Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift about how people make decisions, the art of storytelling and living your dream as a financial planner today. Steve says that telling stories is the best way to connect heart and mind. He talks about “reframing the conversation” and reinventing ourselves on a daily basis and also shares an exercise that will help financial planners determine how referral-worthy they really are.

Episode #13: Hard Times Call for Soft Skills

Best-selling author and long-time leader of the Life Centered Financial Planning movement, Mitch Anthony, talks with Mindset Mastery host Marie Swift about resiliency, positive psychology and how financial advisors can better connect with and serve their clients. He encourages us to recognize both the uniqueness and the singularity of the moment.

Episode #12: Transition Fatigue and the Post-Pandemic Future

Susan Bradley, a leading light within the financial life planning profession, talks about opportunities and challenges for financial advisors and their clients during times of major transition – such as the pandemic.

Episode #11: Building a Life by Choice, Not Chance

Speaker/Author/Coach Chris Yonker talks about reducing stress when we are facing critical, consequential transitions in business or life.