

The Prosperity Podcast
Kim D. H. Butler and Spencer Shaw
The Prosperity Podcast is where money meets freedom — without Wall Street’s limitations or typical financial advice. Hosted by Kim Butler, founder of Prosperity Thinkers, and Spencer Shaw, this podcast delivers straightforward financial strategies to help you build certainty, cash flow, and long-term prosperity.
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Aug 16, 2022 • 18min
Simple Steps to Being a Prosperity Thinker - Episode 476
When faced with a huge problem, can you still face it with a positive outlook even if you are full of emotions? Yes, you can! Everyone is entitled to abundance and prosperity, but it’s not just handed to you easily. In order to attract it and have a property mindset, you also have to change your thoughts and beliefs towards it. And that’s what Spencer and Kim talked about for today’s episode. For today’s show, Spencer and Kim share the simple steps to being a prosperity thinker. They explore how you can look for positive possibilities even if everything around you is experiencing problems. Spencer and Kim also talk about how important it is to broaden your perspective and your point of view. They highlighted how you can get yourself out of the fear mode to the prosperity thinking mode and find the solution even if you are full of emotions. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What is happening in Kim’s local and how does it affect the whole America How to look for the positive possibilities Why it is important to broaden your perspective and your point of view How you can get yourself out of the fear mode to the prosperity thinking mode How to help someone experiencing a lot of emotions How often the solution appears at the very beginning Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Aug 9, 2022 • 18min
Benefits of Inflation - Episode 475
With more and more people worrying about inflation and its effects, when is inflation good for you? Are there benefits from inflation that you can benefit from? For today’s episode, Spencer and Kim talked about the good side of inflation: When and how people can benefit from it. They discussed how fixed policies like whole life can benefit from inflation. Spencer and Kim also describe the importance of getting your loan interests fixed and locked in, even if you’re paying a slightly higher rate. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What the three benefits of inflation are What financial calculators you can use to figure out what interest rate to use How fixed policies like whole life can benefit from inflation How long business loans are locked in How you can teach inflation and the value of money to kids Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Aug 2, 2022 • 11min
Prosperous Frameworks for Families - Episode 474
Should families be open to each other’s financial situations? What if you are embarrassed to share your current financial standing with the people around you? For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer take a deep dive into the importance of discussing your finances with the family. They describe the different ways of providing and getting help as well as how the different prosperous families get prosperous and stay prosperous. Additionally, Kim and Spencer share how the team helps the Prosperity Thinkers Community implement the ideas of perpetuity and how it worked for them. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information on this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What last episode’s topics were How the Prosperity Pledge can help you and your family What are the different ways to provide help and get help What the very definition of not complaining is How prosperous families get prosperous and stay prosperous How Kim and her team help the Prosperity Thinkers Community implement the ideas of perpetuity How it worked for Spencer and his family Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Jul 26, 2022 • 16min
The Prosperity Pledge - Episode 473
Do you use apps to keep track of your finances? What kind of application works for you and which doesn’t? Apps can be a hit or miss: It might work for others, but it might not work for you. Thankfully, Kim and Spencer talk about a life-changing app that will not only help you in keeping track of your finances, but it can also be an eye opener on which categories you’re spending too much (or too little). For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer introduce the Prosperity Pledge and how it works. They also share what the differences are between the Prosperity Pledge and other finance applications today. As Kim and Spencer delve deeper into the topic, you will discover how using the Prosperity Pledge will not only benefit you but also the whole family in the long run. You will also learn why using these apps can help not only save money but grow it over time. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information on this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ https://prosperitythinkers.com/product/prosperity-pledge/ Show Notes What the Prosperity Pledge is What the difference is between other finance apps and the Prosperity Pledge Why the Prosperity Pledge is a must-use app What are the three different courses or learning applications are How the Prosperity Pledge works How the Prosperity Pledge can be a game changer for clients who are using the app How the app can help a family as a whole Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Jul 19, 2022 • 14min
Long-Term Thinking - Episode 472
People are more focused on the short-term by nature. Many think that it is easier to center on the short-term gains and goals and neglect the longer-term dreams and goals. Little do people know that long-term thinking can bring to life the exciting possibilities of what’s to come. In this episode, Spencer and Kim talk about the differences between long-term and short-term thinking. They share how these types of thinking affected their lives and how long-term thinking became useful, especially when it came to their life decisions. Spencer and Kim also gave a glimpse of the two new exciting updates from Kim: The Family Legacy Game and the Perpetual Wealth Workbook. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Family Legacy Card Game Perpetual Wealth Workbook Show Notes How long-term thinking is most useful in a volatile market How long-term thinking has helped Kim What short-term thinking is The differences between short-term and long-term thinking How the daily actions in your life involve short-term and long-term thinking What stoic philosophy is The Family Legacy Game How the Perpetual Wealth Workbook can help you Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher

Jul 12, 2022 • 22min
The Win-Win Wealth Strategy with Tom Wheelwright - Episode 471
Don’t be fooled by the promise of easy wealth: They hide giant risks and you might lose money. Instead, you should spend your time learning how to build your wealth and adopt a win-win mindset. Kim welcomes Tom Wheelwright to talk about his new book: The Win-Win Wealth Strategy: 7 Investments the Government Will Pay You to Make. Together, they talk about why Tom decided to use that title and about his goals for writing the book. Tom also discusses the liability umbrella policy and why it is essential. Additionally, Kim and Tom break down the difference between term and permanent insurance and why you should get both, especially when protecting not only your life but your assets. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Connect with Tom Wheelwright The Win-Win Wealth Strategy with Tom Wheelwright https://tomwheelwright.com/ https://wealthability.com/tom/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomwheelwright https://www.facebook.com/Tom.Wheelwright.CPA/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdqKCRdapuU1DFRu3fGeL0g https://twitter.com/tom_wheelwright Show Notes Why Tom decided to name his book “The Win-Win Wealth Strategy: 7 Investments the Government Will Pay You to Make” Who are the two most important people in your professional life are What is it about human nature that makes us feel like we have to get a win and we don't think about the other side of the win The importance of a liability umbrella Why Tom likes the umbrella policy What is term insurance and why it is important? The difference between term insurance and permanent insurance What his views are regarding commissions Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher

Jul 5, 2022 • 15min
Gathering Your Family Stories - Legacy - Episode 470
Some families converse easily, but there are others who don’t. There are some who find it easy to get along with others, do fun activities together, and even work out problems along the way, but not all families have strong bonds like that. For this episode, Kim and Spencer speak about gathering your family's stories and legacies. Kim walks down memory lane as she narrates what epiphany she had, how her perspective shifted and made her weekends more enjoyable. They share how to tie in the generational piece with storytelling. Kim and Spencer also talk about different habits when it comes to sharing a failure and learning and how the Family Legacy game can bring families closer. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What the legacy element best pairs with What positive results storytelling can bring How to ask questions to get the specifics of a story The epiphany Kim had shifted her perspective and made her weekends more enjoyable How to tie in the generational piece with storytelling What is Kim’s family habit when it comes to sharing a failure and learning What the Family Legacy game is about Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher

Jun 28, 2022 • 13min
America's History from The Tuttle Twins - Episode 469
Stories play an important role in the development and growth of your kids. Reading helps with their confidence level, as well as coping with learning, language, and feelings. But did you know that as an adult, you can also learn a lot from children’s books? Spencer and Kim center their conversation around the book, America's History: A Tuttle Twins Series of Stories, a 240-page storybook that teaches inspiring stories and powerful ideas from the nation’s pasts, and helps empower kids to live their best lives today. They also talk about the values that kids can adapt from the book, as well as their top takeaways from reading it. Spencer and Kim conclude that even if it’s a children’s book, the Tuttle Twins series can change anyone’s perspective and can give clarity about things that we probably are not clear about. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ The Tuttle Twins Show Notes Who Connor Boyack is What the story behind the book, America’s History: A Tuttle Twins Series of Stories, is What the signs of a really good writer are How is the A Tuttle Twins book different from other children’s books What are the values of the stories from the A Tuttle Twins books that children can adapt to Kim’s top takeaways from reading the book What’s the problem with the current history Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Jun 21, 2022 • 14min
Deleveraging - The Generational Harvest - Episode 468
When a company is experiencing financial difficulties, the owner can go through the process of deleveraging their balance sheets and their business. Deleveraging reduces debt and the risks to avoid bankruptcy. But the big question is: How can you go about it? For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer circle their discussion around deleveraging. Together, they talk about how you can apply to leverage and deleverage your business. Kim and Spencer also share when is the best time to deleverage and how it can work for you, as the business owner, and your business. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information on this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What deleveraging is How you can apply leveraging to your business Why people are doing generational harvest When the best time to deleverage is How deleveraging should work for you and your business Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe to your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS

Jun 14, 2022 • 13min
When Is It Time To Buy? - The Inflation Factor - Episode 467
When you have money to spare, what are the best investments to have? What’s the assurance that the money you’ll spend on a property or investment is going to grow, especially during inflation? For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer answer different questions surrounding inflation. They talk about what you should do about inflation and when is the best time to start investing. To get the value out of your hard-earned money, Kim and Spencer teach how a prosperous thinker thinks so that you can start getting the assets that will give you the most peace of mind. Best-selling author Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw show you how to take more control of your finances. Tune in to The Prosperity Podcast to learn more about Prosperity Thinkers thinking and strategies today! Do you have a question you would like answered on the show? Please send it to us at hello@prosperitythinkers.com and we may answer it in an upcoming episode. Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information on this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Show Notes What happened to Spencer during his time working at the farm The first thing you should do about inflation When you should buy acts What the characteristics of a prosperous thinker are The most peace of mind-oriented asset that you can own What the cash value of life insurance can do Special Listener Gift Free eBook: Activating Your Prosperity Guide. Kim Butler's groundbreaking eBook/ audiobook explains why typical financial advice may be sabotaging your wealth... and what to do instead! Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe on your favorite podcast player to get the latest episodes. iTunes Stitcher RSS