
Les McDaniel
Certified Retirement Coach. He partners with Casey Weade to explore non-financial conversations related to freedom after 50 and aligning financial decisions with life's purpose.
Top 10 podcasts with Les McDaniel
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Apr 18, 2025 • 35min
495: Freedom After 50: The World is Ending… What’s Next?
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach and the chief purpose officer at Howard Bailey Financial, joins Casey Weade to tackle profound existential questions about life and contentment. They dive into the impact of letting go of control and embracing uncertainty. Discover how the pursuit of pure contentment outweighs chasing fleeting happiness. The duo shares five thought-provoking questions designed to help listeners cultivate mindfulness and joy in the present, all while navigating life's complexities.

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Jun 13, 2025 • 28min
505: Freedom After 50: You’re Not Looking for Advice—You’re Looking for Alignment, Part 1
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach at Howard Bailey Financial, delves into the vital connection between personal experiences and meaningful financial advice. He discusses how understanding your own story can transform generic advice into actionable insights. The conversation highlights the challenges of advice overload and emphasizes aligning financial goals with personal values. Listeners gain a practical framework for navigating their retirement journey with clarity and purpose, moving from seeking advice to achieving genuine alignment.

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Mar 28, 2025 • 32min
491: Freedom After 50: 8 Reasons the Month You Retire Matters
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach, joins to discuss the non-financial aspects of retirement timing. They explore the irrational fears that often hold people back from retiring and explain the '3 Cs' of timing: family, health, and social considerations. A fable about a fisherman reimagines the balance between work and leisure, while emphasizing the need for planning a fulfilling post-retirement life. The conversation also touches on the benefits of staggered retirement for couples and the importance of financial guidance in building a robust retirement strategy.

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May 30, 2025 • 28min
502: Freedom After 50: The Hidden Cost of Delayed Gratification in Retirement
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach at Howard Bailey Financial, joins the discussion on how a lifetime of delayed gratification can become a hurdle in retirement. He explores the psychology behind postponement and the importance of shifting from saving to enjoying life. The concept of a 'joy budget' is introduced, offering tools to reframe spending and enhance personal fulfillment. Listeners learn about the balance between enjoyment and savings while uncovering strategies for personal growth and connection through tradition and heirlooms.

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Mar 14, 2025 • 27min
489: Freedom After 50: The 4 Myths of Security Keeping You Stuck Today and Fearful of Tomorrow
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach and chief purpose officer, challenges conventional beliefs about security. He discusses the pitfalls of the linear success myth, encouraging listeners to embrace flexibility and create their unique paths. Delving into the importance of living in the moment, he highlights the balance between enjoying life now and planning for the future. McDaniel also emphasizes the role of community in fostering well-being, pushing against four common myths about security that often keep people feeling stuck.

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May 2, 2025 • 39min
497: Freedom After 50: 5 Numbers Stealing Your Time, Wealth, and Joy
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach from Howard Bailey Financial, shares valuable insights on aligning financial strategies with personal values. He discusses the transformative 50/30/20 budgeting rule and how it relates to life satisfaction. McDaniel emphasizes the importance of meaningful versus meaningless time in retirement and introduces the Satisfaction Ratio to enhance joy in daily life. Listeners are encouraged to reassess expectations and prioritize empowerment through financial choices, fostering a life rich in purpose.

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Dec 27, 2024 • 29min
475: Freedom After 50: Exploring the Wise Wealth Matrix - Part 1
In this engaging discussion, guest Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach, shares insights on living purposefully after 50. He introduces the Wise Wealth Matrix, exploring how to move from feeling stuck to embracing a 'freedom zone' tailored to individual aspirations. Key topics include the balance of wealth and emotional well-being, the significance of lifelong learning, and the transformative power of purpose during challenges. Les emphasizes creating meaningful relationships and community connections for a fulfilling retirement.

Jun 27, 2025 • 43min
507: Freedom After 50: You’re Not Looking for Advice—You’re Looking for Alignment, Part 2
In this engaging discussion, Certified Retirement Coach Les McDaniel joins Casey Weade to delve into finding alignment over merely seeking advice after 50. They highlight the importance of asking better questions and elevating emotional awareness to foster authentic financial decisions. The duo explores how to break free from draining patterns and envision life goals that transcends routine. They also tackle the intricacies of advice in today’s influencer era and stress the need for self-reflection to lead a meaningful life.

May 16, 2025 • 39min
500: Freedom After 50: 6 Crucial Signs You're Ready for a New Direction
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach at Howard Bailey Financial, guides listeners through the transformative journey after 50. He emphasizes the importance of tuning into one's intuition and recognizing the signs that signal it's time for a new direction. The discussion covers daily practices for reconnecting with purpose, the detrimental effects of negativity, and ways to embrace simple joys. McDaniel shares techniques for overcoming emotional unrest in retirement and highlights the power of small, intentional actions to foster fulfillment and happiness.

Feb 14, 2025 • 23min
484: Freedom After 50: Fearless Freedom – Unlocking Radical Resilience for Life’s Next Chapter
Les McDaniel, a certified retirement coach and chief purpose officer at Howard Bailey, explores spirituality’s pivotal role in achieving a meaningful retirement. He discusses how faith can guide individuals through life's transitions and alleviate post-50 fears. The conversation encompasses embracing diverse perspectives for deeper connections, overcoming isolation, and fostering community. McDaniel also emphasizes the journey toward understanding life's complexities, drawing parallels from various philosophies to cultivate resilience and purpose in the golden years.