

The Wealth Manager Who Became A Comedian, The 4 Scarcity Mindsets, The Insurance You Must Have & More: Disrupting Sacred Cows With Garrett Gunderson.
Apr 28, 2022
Garrett Gunderson, a wealth management expert turned comedian, shares his fascinating journey from finance to humor. He discusses the importance of disrupting traditional financial beliefs and explores the four scarcity mindsets that people often cling to. The talk emphasizes how personal experiences can outweigh material wealth and highlights the transformative power of family ties and hobbies. With a blend of laughter and insight, Garrett advocates for financial security through whole life insurance while urging listeners to embrace creativity and joy in their lives.
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Money Personas
- People operate with different money personas, often driven by scarcity (miser, conservative) or a desire to win (striver, high roller).
- Understanding your money persona helps navigate financial decisions and relationships, especially in marriage.
Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance
- Garrett Gunderson had a pivotal moment at an awards ceremony where he realized his frugality was limiting his wife's happiness.
- This realization led him to change his mindset and increase his income significantly within a year.
Garrett's Miserly Past
- Garrett Gunderson's family playfully teases him about his formerly miserly habits.
- His frugality stemmed from his family's history of scarcity, passed down through generations of coal miners.