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Les McDaniel

Certified retirement coach for Howard Bailey Financial. Co-host for the Freedom After 50 editions of the podcast.

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23 snips
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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22 snips
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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17 snips
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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15 snips
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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12 snips
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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