

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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Jun 7, 2022 • 18min
Arguing to 100 - Episode 466
To express your viewpoint and for others to answer the questions you have set, raising arguments is a good standpoint. Arguing can help structure the conversation and even guide the person you’re talking to to the different points of the conversation. For this episode, Spencer and Kim circle their talk around arguing. First off, they discuss the concept from Alex Epstein's book, Fossil Future. Spencer and Kim talk about what arguing to 100 and arguing to zero are, the results of arguing to zero, as well as the new styles of arguments. They also argue on the differences between life insurances and investments, and what benefits people can get from getting one. 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/ Fossil Future Show Notes The concept from Alex Epstein's book, Fossil Future What the two frameworks of a life insurance product are How the language of understanding and comparing correctly works Examples of arguing to 100 What the results of arguing to zero are What the difference between life insurances and investments The guarantees of a life insurance What the new styles of arguments are How you can take the arguments that people may want to have while giving them the truth 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

May 31, 2022 • 12min
Good Debt vs Bad Debt - Episode 465
Are all debts considered to be bad debts? If not, what’s the difference between a good debt and a bad debt? For today’s episode, Spencer and Kim talk about the difference between a good debt and a bad debt. They break down the characteristics of the two kinds of debts, along with the different kinds of debts and home equity. 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/ Busting the Interest Rate Lies Show Notes What the difference between good debt and bad debt is Examples of good debts Where does the consideration of the asset and liability mix in when looking at good debt Mortgage as a good debt Where the peace of mind should truly come into play when it comes to making payments on the debt What home equity is 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

May 24, 2022 • 11min
How to Use Inversion Thinking for Prosperity - Episode 464
Not taking control of your finances could lead you to having difficulties paying and saving for things. If you find yourself with no savings and spending more than what you earn, it’s time to drop your bad spending habits and start building better financial habits. For this episode today, Spencer and Kim talk about inversion thinking and bad finances. They share the essential pieces of bad finances and how you can resolve them. Spencer and Kim also open up about something exciting, the Prosperity Pledge, which will help you in building better money habits that can increase your wealth and set you up for financial success. 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 inversion thinking is What would bad finances look like The essential pieces of bad finances How to resolve bad finances What to look out for: The Prosperity Pledge How Kim sets an action rhythm when trying to solve a problem 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

May 17, 2022 • 14min
What Can We Control? - Episode 463
Feeling the need to be in control is natural. You can feel at your best if you know exactly what is going on in the different areas of your life. However, you can never control everything: What other people think of you, losing a loved one or how others behave, to name a few. Luckily, there are things that you can manage and control in your life — and that is the center of today’s discussion with Spencer and Kim. Spencer and Kim talk about the two things that you can control in life: Thinking and calendar management. They share the different practices that they keep to heart in order to control their own calendar, especially for high achievers. Spencer and Kim also break down what controlling thinking is and how shifting your thoughts can work for you, which in return, can help you control your money, your behavior, and other aspects of your life. 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 The two things that you can control How you can take control of your calendar How to encourage your younger kids to get started on calendar control Kim and Todd’s own practice of calendar control to get things done How you can practice calendar control For high achievers, what’s the best way to take control of your calendar? What controlling your thinking means How shifting the thought can work for 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

May 10, 2022 • 15min
Retirement is a Scam - Episode 462
Is retirement a scam? Once you retire early, can you picture what you would like to do to fully enjoy your years of freedom? Spencer and Kim revolve their conversation around the major part of life that most people tend to overlook: Retirement. You might be excited to get off work, but once you’re free from your professional and business obligations, what will you do in life? In this episode, Spencer and Kim discuss the need of having a different mindset in approaching your after-work years, as retirement should not be a punishment. They break down how you can use your well-deserved freedom after working 30 or 40 years in finding and creating an environment that will give you time for hobbies or anything that you want to do. 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/ https://twitter.com/joecassandra Show Notes Is retirement a scam? What happens after retirement The different problems that the government forces people into One of the biggest fallacies around retirement Retirement as an extremely selfish way of living What people in retirement should do to sharpen their minds and enjoy their freedom 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

May 3, 2022 • 12min
Intention and Money - Episode 461
Are there things that you tend to overlook? Spencer and Kim revolve their conversation around the invisible thing that we often overlook: intention. It sneaks into our lives, and the decision to observe and act on it is in our hands. However, if it’s the other way around, we might be forced to reckon with it in the future. In this episode, you will learn some essential critical points on developing intention habits on savings and handling finances. Ways to save time during the learning process will also be revealed! 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. Show Notes Learning to activate finances The intentional space Getting help is a win-win situation Developing good habits in finances Asset Automation The importance of having a grateful heart Why hard work builds the machine Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ 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

Apr 26, 2022 • 17min
Traits of Good or Bad Financial Strategy - Episode 460
What is a good or bad financial strategy?? For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer talk about the traits of good and bad property owners and how they differ from one another. These comparisons are made throughout various points and questions. You will also learn why making your money grow, is a choice. As Kim and Spencer delve deeper into this topic, you will discover how ongoing savings are equally significant as nurturing the mind. And they will also share why putting money into things unaffected by outside forces is essential. 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. Show Notes Relation of property owner traits to finances What is the McDonald mentality? Tenant relationships in different lenses of property owners Why attention and focus is paramount in the personal financial space Hiring the best vendors Money movement creates a shift on everything The Kiva Movement Using a broker to list the property to sell? To learn is to share Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Make a loan, change a life - Kiva 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

Apr 21, 2022 • 13min
What Do You Do With a Chance - Bonus Episode
With every chance and opportunity that comes your way, what do you do with them? Today's bonus episode is the third and last episode of the podcast series on Kobi Yamada's three children's books. Kim, and her sister Tammi, continue their entrepreneurial conversation by discussing the third book, What Do You Do With a Chance. The final book has more color in its illustrations than the previous one. Kim and Tammi touch on the significance of believing in every opportunity and idea you deserve and that you need to be bold in claiming your chances in life. 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. Show Notes Why we should not ignore chances Letting go of fears and hesitations What is meant for you will fuel you with enthusiasm and excitement Taking on chances will teach you the right way to go Avoidance of failure culture shuns opportunities away Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Wealth Renegade Podcast What Do You Do With a Problem by Kobi Yamada 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

Apr 19, 2022 • 17min
Financial Miscalculation Mistakes To Avoid - Episode 459
Do you want to attain a prosperous life? For today’s episode, Kim and Spencer discuss the three mistakes in handling finances. People want to have a life full of prosperity, yet little did they know that they should avoid financial miscalculations. As Kim and Spencer delve deeper into this topic, you will find out how essential attitude, people you spend time with, mindset, and perception are. They are the building blocks of financial success. 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. Show Notes Present and future value of money: the usage of financial calculators How inflation can affect the value of money Series of payments and interest rate Wrong information from financial people Busting the interest rate lies Retirement programs Life insurance during emergencies Robert Kiyosaki's cashflow game Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Prosperity Thinkers Newsletter Sign Up Book - Busting the Interest Rate Lies: Discover the Whole Truth About Money and How You Can Keep Control of Yours 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

Apr 14, 2022 • 7min
What to Do With a Problem - Bonus Episode
What do you do with a problem you are currently facing? Kim, and her sister Tammi, continue the second part of a podcast series on Kobi Yamada's three children's books for today's bonus episode. Kim and Tammi want to talk about these books through the lens of an entrepreneur. However, though the book is as delightful as the first one in this particular episode, the illustration is a bit sadder. This is because it leans more towards solving a problem. 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. Show Notes Reconstructing the negative perception on a problem Why most business owners run away from a problem What to do with a problem Why worry makes the problem bigger A positive focus Links and Resources from this Episode For resources and additional information of this episode go to https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Wealth Renegade Podcast What Do You Do With a Problem by Kobi Yamada 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