The Mind Of George Show

You think you’re being responsible. Strategic. High-performing.But what if the very thing you’re calling “productive”… is actually self-rejection in disguise?If you’ve ever replayed a decision 47 times, over-edited a post, or delayed a launch “until it’s perfect” — this episode will hit home. In this raw and transformational solo, George Bryant breaks down the insidious trap of perfectionism, how it’s stealing your peace, your profit, and your power — and exactly how to break free.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The real identity of perfectionism (hint: it’s not about productivity)10 signs you’re stuck in the perfectionism trap (and may not know it)6 places perfectionism originates — and how to heal them10 powerful tools to rewire your brain for action, not paralysisWhy perfectionism costs you money, impact, relationships — and peaceHow to rebuild your progress muscle (and ditch the “perfect” prison) Key Takeaways:✔️Perfectionism is not a standard — it’s a fear.✔️Productivity isn’t about doing it all — it’s about doing what matters, imperfectly.✔️Awareness creates choice. Once you see where it started, you can rewrite it.✔️Progress beats perfect. Always.✔️Your worth isn’t in flawless execution — it’s in consistent, courageous action.✔️Perfectionism is a form of self-sabotage. And it’s costing you more than you realize.✔️Rewiring starts with honesty — and a little help from your support network. Timestamps & Highlights:[0:00] – Perfectionism is self-rejection in disguise[3:56] – The perfectionism trap (and why it’s so sneaky)[6:45] – 10 signs you’re stuck in perfectionism (micromanaging, overthinking, burnout & more)[21:38] – Where perfectionism really comes from (childhood, culture, trauma, and identity)[33:10] – The 10 tools to overcome it: how to shift into action, progress, and freedom[44:30] – Why peace comes from progress, not perfection[47:30] – Free journal prompts + invitation to share this episode Your Challenge This Week:Ready to break the perfectionism trap?Share this episode with a fellow entrepreneur or friend stuck in the cycleGet the free journal prompts in the show notesDM George on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant and say: “I’m done with perfectionism. Help me stay accountable.”Bonus: Free Journal PromptsJournaling Prompts to Break Free from Perfectionism1. Know Where It Came From - “You can’t heal what you won’t face.”What early experiences shaped how I define success or self-worth?Where in my childhood or past did I learn that being perfect was necessary for love, safety, or approval?2. Embrace Imperfection as Part of Growth - “Mistakes are not detours — they’re data.”When have I grown the most from something that didn’t go as planned?What would change in my business if I saw imperfection as progress?3. Set Realistic Standards - “Perfection is not the goal. Progress is.”Where am I holding myself to impossible or unsustainable expectations?What does ‘good enough to launch’ actually look like in this season?4. Prioritize Action Over Perfection - “Waiting for perfect is just a form of hiding.”What decision or project am I avoiding by telling myself ‘it’s not ready yet’?What’s the smallest action I could take today that moves it forward?5. Delegate with Trust, Not Control - “Trying to do everything yourself is a fast track to burnout.”Where in my business am I still trying to control outcomes because I don’t trust others?What task could I delegate this week that would give me breathing room?6. Challenge Self-Criticism - “Your inner critic is not the truth — it’s just a habit.”What are some common phrases I say to myself when I feel behind, messy, or ‘not enough’?What would I say to a close friend in that same situation — and how can I say that to myself now?7. Recognize the Cost of Perfectionism - “If perfection is your standard, joy will always be out of reach.”What has chasing perfection actually cost me in energy, time, or peace?What could I gain — emotionally, financially, relationally — if I let perfectionism go?8. Celebrate Progress - “Success is made of stacked micro-wins.”What wins (big or small) have I skipped over this week without celebrating?What would it feel like to pause and fully receive them?9. Use Feedback as Fuel - “Feedback is a mirror, not a verdict.”What recent feedback triggered me — and why?If I separate ego from evaluation, what useful insight does this feedback hold?10. Create a Support System - “You weren’t meant to do this alone.”Who are 1–3 people I trust to hold me accountable and remind me of my worth when I forget?How can I intentionally ask for their support, feedback, or truth this week?Let’s rebuild your business from the inside out:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy that serves your soul and your systemsLive Events – Get in the room where deep clarity happens: mindofgeorge.com/event

If your self-worth is tangled up in your success… this episode might change your life.In one of the most honest and emotionally resonant episodes to date, George sits down with Mitch Barham — entrepreneur, brand builder, and creative visionary — to unpack the real cost of tying your identity to your output. Together, they explore how childhood wounds, cultural conditioning, and internalized pressure create a never-ending loop of hustle, burnout, and self-sabotage — even at the highest levels of success.If you’ve ever achieved something big and still felt empty… If you’ve chased significance through doing… If your business feels like a mirror you can’t escape — this conversation will meet you right where you are.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The hidden trauma patterns driving overachievementHow tying your worth to your business sabotages your sustainabilityThe difference between validation and visibilityWhy creative clarity often follows emotional collapseHow to rebuild identity from the inside outThe role of spiritual and somatic work in long-term growth Key Takeaways:✔️Achievement is survival with applause.✔️You can’t scale peace if your identity depends on performance.✔️Being seen isn’t the same as being loved.✔️Burnout is what happens when the body can no longer lie for you.✔️Spirituality without integration is just avoidance in a prettier outfit.✔️Unprocessed trauma will turn your business into a mirror.✔️Your worth isn’t up for negotiation — your business model is. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – Introduction: chasing success vs. finding self[04:35] – Mitch’s early drive: validation through overperformance[10:50] – How childhood wounds shape high achievers[16:38] – Burnout and collapse: when achievement turns into emptiness[22:14] – Visibility vs. validation — and how social media confuses both[29:02] – What healing looked like: therapy, mentors, and coming undone[35:48] – Building a business that doesn’t hijack your identity[42:15] – The role of nervous system work in leadership[48:23] – “Your body always tells the truth” — somatic cues and burnout[54:10] – George and Mitch on spiritual bypassing in entrepreneurship[1:01:22] – How to hold duality: growth and grief, expansion and rest[1:09:30] – Mitch’s current practices for alignment and peaceConnect with Mitch Barham:AgencyInstagram: @beardpreneurBrand & Strategy Consulting: Work With MitchYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@beardpreneur Your Challenge This Week:What did this conversation stir up for you?Screenshot this episode and tag  @itsgeorgebryant  and @beardpreneur with your biggest insight — or send George a DM with the part that hit you hardest.Let’s rebuild your business from the inside out:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy that serves your soul and your systemsLive Events – Get in the room where deep clarity happens: mindofgeorge.com/event

What if you’ve been misusing the most productive season of the year… your entire life?Fall isn’t just a cozy vibe or a countdown to pumpkin spice. It’s biologically proven to be your peak productivity window, and if you don’t pause now, you might miss the magic entirely. In this solo episode, George Bryant shares a powerful 6-step framework to realign your structure, reset your goals, and leverage the natural rhythm of fall to finish the year strong… without burnout, overwhelm, or regret.Whether you’re a solopreneur or leading a team, this episode is a masterclass in using structure as a tool for freedom and consistency as a weapon for growth. You’ll walk away with a clear action plan, a mindset reset, and real tools to close the year in alignment — not chaos.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why fall is your most productive season — scientifically.How to reset your business structure post-summer.The 6-step framework to audit your time, roles, and goals.Why consistency beats intensity — every time.How to reduce distractions and maintain long-term momentum.The hidden power of psychological safety for you and your team. Key Takeaways:✔️Fall is biologically optimal for clarity and deep focus — use it to your advantage.✔️Structure rebuilds freedom. You need it more than you resist it.✔️Auditing your calendar and realigning goals quarterly creates sustainable growth.✔️Role clarity helps solo founders and teams move the needle with intention.✔️Distractions = sabotage. Removing them is your responsibility.✔️Consistency over intensity is the long-game strategy that wins.✔️Psychological safety isn’t fluffy — it’s fuel for sustainable success. Timestamps & Highlights:[0:00] – Why Fall is Your Most Productive Season[3:51] – Energy Shifts: When Ambition Matches Focus[6:00] – Why Summer Disrupts Structure (and How Fall Resets It)[10:10] – Step 1: Rebuild Structure After Chaos[17:45] – Step 2: Reestablish Shared or Solo Goals[23:05] – Step 3: Clarify Roles (Even as a Solopreneur)[28:55] – Step 4: Reduce Distractions + Deep Work Tips[35:30] – Step 5: Create Psychological Safety[39:10] – Step 6: Help Your Productivity Go the Distance[41:00] – Final Challenge: What’s the ONE Thing You’ll Do Today? Your Challenge This Week:Loved this episode? Don’t just listen — implement it. Screenshot your favorite takeaway and tag @itsgeorgebryant on Instagram. Let us know how you’re resetting your structure and preparing to end the year STRONG.Only a Few Spots Left!Join George LIVE in Montana this October for a powerful 3-day immersion.This is your chance to reset your structure, redefine your player (YOU), and dial in your marketing playbook with George himself.Hands-on strategyClarity on customer journeysReal-time implementationReserve your seat now hereJoin The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – High-performance support without self-sacrifice

You weren’t born to hold it all. You were born to hold what matters.In this raw and refreshingly honest conversation, George sits down with speaker, coach, and boundaries expert Beth Jones to explore the pressure-cooker reality of modern leadership, especially for women who’ve been taught to carry everyone and everything. Together, they unpack the sneaky ways burnout shows up in high performers, the emotional cost of people-pleasing, and how to lead with integrity without abandoning yourself in the process.This isn’t just about saying “no.” It’s about remembering who you are when the world demands more than you can give. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by expectations, stretched by your own ambition, or unsure where you end and everyone else begins — this episode is your permission slip to breathe.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to tell the difference between capacity and obligationWhy high performers are especially prone to burnoutThe invisible cost of people-pleasingWhy boundaries aren’t walls — they’re invitations to deeper connectionThe difference between support and saviorismHow spiritual practice can anchor your leadership Key Takeaways:✔️The boundary isn’t to keep others out — it’s to keep you in.✔️Over-functioning is not leadership. It’s fear in disguise.✔️Rest is not something you earn — it’s something you’re worthy of.✔️If your love costs you your peace, it’s not love — it’s self-abandonment.✔️You don’t need to prove your worth through exhaustion.✔️Your spiritual alignment is your leadership strategy.✔️Holding space doesn’t mean holding everything. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – Introduction: leadership without losing your center[03:30] – Beth’s story: burnout, breakdown, and breakthrough[09:15] – Why women leaders are burning out in silence[15:42] – The trap of being the “emotional rock” for everyone[21:18] – What boundaries really are (and what they’re not)[27:00] – High performers and hidden people-pleasing[32:46] – The addiction to being needed[38:14] – How to lead without carrying everything[44:02] – Spiritual practices that restore your energy[49:55] – Rest as resistance (and productivity detox)[55:35] – How to reclaim your voice and capacity[1:00:40] – The difference between holding space and self-abandonment[1:05:18] – Final thoughts from Beth + how to work with herConnect with Beth Jones:Website: https://empoweredsurvivors.com/Instagram: @bethjoneshealingmentorPodcast: Let's HEAL! PodcastWork With Beth Your Challenge This Week:What boundary have you been afraid to set?Screenshot this episode, tag  @itsgeorgebryant and @bethjoneshealingmentor with your takeaway — or DM George what landed the deepest.Ready to build a business (and life) that supports your nervous system and your soul? Start here:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – High-performance support without self-sacrificeLive Events – Get in the room where clarity, healing, and strategy converge: mindofgeorge.com/event 

What’s the “rotting fish” under the seat of your business?You wouldn’t leave a fish in your car for a month… but most of us leave beliefs in our mind that stink up our business and life for years. In this short but powerful solo episode, George walks you through one of the most transformative mindset tools he’s ever used — The Stinky Fish Exercise.Whether you’re procrastinating, micromanaging, burnt out, or stuck in comparison loops — there’s a silent belief poisoning your momentum. This episode helps you name it, clear it, and move forward with clarity. You’ll laugh, you’ll reflect, and you might just cry a little… but you’ll definitely finish lighter.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What a “stinky fish” actually is and how it shows up3 specific steps to identify and remove your blocksThe surprising impact of being witnessed in your beliefsWhy naming your fear is more powerful than hiding itHow this tool can shift your mindset in 10 minutes or lessKey Takeaways:✔️Your business will never outgrow the beliefs you refuse to face.✔️Procrastination and overworking are symptoms — not problems.✔️Unspoken thoughts hold more power than spoken ones.✔️Stillness reveals what’s been silently running the show.✔️Sharing your fears with a trusted person instantly weakens their grip.✔️You can’t grow while avoiding the truth. You grow by naming it. Timestamps & Highlights: [00:00] – Intro: What’s the smell in your business?[02:10] – Why mindset — not strategy — blocks most entrepreneurs[03:38] – What is a stinky fish? (And why we all have one)[06:45] – Common stinky fish examples: “I’m not good enough…”[09:20] – How hidden beliefs shape your behavior, burnout, and biz[12:10] – Procrastination, overworking, micromanaging — all signs[14:48] – The 3-Step “Stinky Fish” Exercise[17:30] – Why being witnessed is the most important part[20:00] – The power of naming what you’re avoiding[22:30] – Final challenge + how to send your fish to GeorgeYour Challenge This Week:What’s your stinky fish?Write it down. Say it out loud. Then send it to George @itsgeorgebryantWant to go deeper into mindset, business strategy, and aligned growth?Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy, support, and soul for entrepreneurs who lead with heartLive Events – 3-day immersive retreats focused on YOU, your business, and your legacy: mindofgeorge.com/retreat

Most people try to think their way to healing. But true transformation starts in stillness.In this deeply moving and energetically charged conversation, George sits down with “The Facilitator of Miracles”, Jerry Sargeant, to explore what it really takes to shift your frequency, break generational pain cycles, and connect to your highest self. Jerry shares his path from darkness and destruction to spiritual awakening, and teaches how to hold space for healing that goes beyond the logical mind.This episode is not just about personal development — it’s about frequency, forgiveness, presence, and true energetic alignment. If you’ve ever felt blocked, stuck, or caught in an emotional loop, Jerry’s words will land where most strategies can’t reach.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The role of forgiveness in emotional, spiritual, and physical healingHow stillness creates space for the truth to emergeWhat it means to live in resonance — and how to spot when you’re out of itWhy “doing more” often delays your healingHow to feel and integrate pain instead of bypassing itThe power of presence in your leadership, parenting, and relationshipsHow frequency and intention co-create your reality Key Takeaways:✔️Stillness is not punishment — it’s an invitation.✔️Your frequency is the foundation of everything you attract and allow.✔️Forgiveness isn’t for the other person — it’s for you.✔️Most people aren’t afraid of failure — they’re afraid of stillness.✔️What you suppress, your children inherit.✔️When you shift your energy, everything around you shifts too.✔️Miracles are not magic — they’re alignment. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – George introduces Jerry + the idea of energetic leadership[04:02] – Jerry’s wild story: drugs, violence, and the car crash that changed it all[11:25] – The moment Jerry discovered frequency and energy healing[16:33] – The real reason most people avoid stillness[21:05] – Forgiveness as the gateway to healing[26:40] – How to stop running from your emotional truth[33:18] – What it feels like to truly sit in the pain (and not run)[37:55] – Stillness vs. stagnation: knowing the difference[42:44] – Why “strategy” can be an addiction[47:30] – Healing as a parent: what you don’t integrate gets inherited[52:40] – What Jerry believes about God, energy, and human evolution[58:10] – How miracles actually happen[1:04:25] – Final messages on embodiment, presence, and personal truth[1:07:30] – Where to connect with Jerry + final reflection from GeorgeConnect with Jerry Sargeant:Website: www.jerrysargeant.comInstagram: @sargeantjerryYouTube: Jerry Sargeant – Healing with Frequency Your Challenge This WeekWhat frequency are you operating on today?Screenshot this episode and tag  @itsgeorgebryant and @sargeantjerry with your reflection, or send George a DM with your breakthrough from this conversation.Ready to align your life with your deepest truth? Here’s how we can help:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Build a business and life that match your frequencyLive Events – Step into the room where long-term alignment is built: mindofgeorge.com/event

The best leaders aren’t the ones doing it all — they’re the ones who learned they don’t have to.In a world that glorifies hustle and self-reliance, we’re often rewarded for being the one who carries it all. But what if real leadership begins when we finally let go?In this powerful episode, George sits down with entrepreneur and systems strategist Kate Perkovic for a raw, insightful, and often hilarious conversation about evolving leadership, emotional intelligence, and what it actually means to grow your business without burning yourself out. Together, they explore the subtle shifts required to move from “I’ve got this” to “We’ve got this.”Whether you’re a solopreneur trying to do it all or a seasoned leader learning to trust your team, this episode will challenge and expand your definition of leadership, legacy, and leverage.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The hidden cost of being the “strong one” in leadershipHow to stop outsourcing your worth to your accomplishmentsWhy systems aren’t about control — they’re about creating capacityHow Kate rewrote her relationship with achievement and restWhen leadership is really ego in disguise (and how to catch it)What to do when growth feels boring, hard, or lonely Key Takeaways:✔️Hyper-independence is a trauma response — not a badge of honor.✔️If your leadership requires you to disappear, it’s not sustainable.✔️Control is not the opposite of chaos — trust is.✔️Your business will only grow to the level of your nervous system’s capacity.✔️Letting go is a strategy, not a failure.✔️No one wants your burnout badge on their vision board.✔️Systems aren’t for perfection — they’re for protection.✔️Leading well means healing first. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Intro: When leadership requires a deeper level of self-awareness[06:12] – Kate’s origin story: burnout, control, and being “the capable one”[15:40] – Why independence became Kate’s armor[22:35] – The moment she realized systems weren’t the enemy — they were the invitation[29:12] – What happens when leadership becomes identity[37:00] – Leading from wounds vs. leading from wisdom[45:24] – George on the pain of letting go (and doing it anyway)[54:17] – When structure feels like a threat to creativity[1:01:45] – Building a team without losing your voice[1:09:30] – Business and nervous system regulation: the real growth strategy[1:17:00] – Kate on legacy, ego, and learning to rest[1:27:42] – The danger of “quiet quitting” your own business[1:36:01] – Leadership and identity crisis: who are you when you’re not achieving?[1:43:20] – Letting your team shine (and staying out of the way)[1:51:00] – Final thoughts: leading with grace and growthConnect with Kate Perkovic:Instagram: @kateperkovicWebsite: https://www.kateperkovic.com/homeYour Challenge This WeekWhat did this episode unlock for you as a leader?Screenshot the episode and tag @itsgeorgebryant and @kateperkovic with your biggest breakthrough.Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connectionApply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply hereLive Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/event

What if your greatest legacy isn’t what you build — but how you live?In this powerful episode, George sits down with high-performance coach and legacy strategist Jairek Robbins to unpack one of life’s most important questions: What will outlive you?This isn’t your typical entrepreneurship talk. From childhood trauma to business strategy, from fatherhood to fulfillment, Jairek and George go deep into the habits, beliefs, and decisions that create lasting impact — in business, in family, and in your soul. If you’ve ever felt pulled between performance and purpose, this episode will bring you home.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to shift from legacy-by-default to legacy-by-designTools for healing emotional wounds that sabotage your leadershipThe “Three Bucket Framework” for managing your energy and focusHow to reparent yourself while raising kids with intentionWhy alignment is more sustainable than balanceWhat it means to live it — not just talk it Key Takeaways:✔️Legacy is how people feel when your name is mentioned — long after you’re gone.✔️You can’t out-strategize an unregulated nervous system.✔️Systems are for capacity, not control.✔️Clarity doesn’t come from thinking — it comes from moving.✔️Your calendar reveals your true priorities.✔️Love is the most advanced leadership tool.✔️Success without peace is just performance in disguise. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – Intro: What legacy really means (and why it starts now)[03:42] – Jairek’s background: growing up around peak performers[08:15] – Healing childhood wounds & choosing your identity[12:34] – Legacy isn’t what you leave — it’s how you live today[17:10] – The “Three Bucket Framework” for life alignment[22:20] – Balance is a myth: create sustainable rhythms instead[26:47] – Nervous system regulation as the real growth strategy[31:20] – How presence with your child trumps business wins[35:44] – Daily non-negotiables: prayer, reflection, and body care[40:32] – George and Jairek on masculine identity and fatherhood[45:56] – Letting go of ego, perfectionism, and over-responsibility[50:25] – Making peace with enoughness and redefining “success”[55:30] – Designing a business that supports your values[1:01:00] – Conscious parenting and becoming the leader at home[1:06:45] – Final reflections: small moments, massive ripples[1:13:40] – Your next move toward a legacy-aligned lifeConnect with Jairek Robbins:Website: www.jairekrobbins.comBook: Live It!: Achieve Success by Living with PurposeInstagram: @jairekrobbinsYouTube: Jairek Robbins ChannelPerformance Coaching: Explore Coaching Your Challenge This Week:What ripple are you creating?Tag @itsgeorgebryant and @jairekrobbins with your biggest insight from this episode, or send George a DM and start the legacy conversation.Ready to scale a business that feels like home? Here’s how we help:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – For entrepreneurs who want sustainable impact.Live Events – Step into a room built for long-term legacy: mindofgeorge.com/event

True leadership isn’t about how far ahead you stand — it’s about how deeply you serve.What if your legacy wasn’t measured by your title, achievements, or income… but by your character when no one’s watching?In this solo episode, George invites us into a vulnerable conversation about leadership — not the kind that comes with a spotlight, but the kind that’s forged in silence, service, and sacrifice. Anchored by wisdom from Viktor Frankl, Lao Tzu, C.S. Lewis, and Pastor Rich Wilkerson, George shares his personal journey, the leadership mistakes he’s made, and the daily practices that keep him grounded in service over self.If you’ve ever questioned your impact, your posture, or your integrity as a leader — this episode is the mirror you didn’t know you needed.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why servant leadership is more impactful than ambition or statusThe 3 signs of character-driven leadership (from Pastor Rich Wilkerson)The internal battles leaders face — and how to overcome themGeorge’s personal reflections on ego, growth, and faithHow to show up with integrity in business, family, and life Key Takeaways:✔️Character vs Accomplishments — Your bank balance won’t be on your headstone. But your impact will.✔️True humility isn’t thinking less of yourself — it’s thinking of yourself less. (C.S. Lewis)✔️Play the long game. Leadership is about sowing into others — even when no one sees it.✔️Do more than you want. Choose character over comfort in moments when no one’s watching.✔️Give more than you have. The smallest act of kindness or investment can change someone’s life.✔️Self-leadership matters. Leadership starts with the words you say to yourself in silence.✔️Let who you are speak louder than what you say. Timestamps:[00:00] – Leadership is about service, not standing out[01:22] – Why titles don’t define leadership — character does[03:09] – Confession: George reflects on his leadership growth[04:55] – Five quotes that redefine leadership (C.S. Lewis, Lao Tzu, Maxwell, Frankl, Schweitzer)[09:58] – Pastor Rich Wilkerson’s 3 character-based principles of leadership[10:24] – #1: See more than yourself[12:05] – #2: Do more than you want[14:26] – #3: Give more than you have[16:18] – Your character is shaped daily — by what (or who)?[18:30] – Leadership is everyday influence, not appointed power[20:05] – The mission of “playing the long game”[21:10] – The morning prayer that changed George’s life[23:09] – A story of sowing into a stranger on a flight[24:22] – Final reflections on legacy, service, and identity[25:47] – 3 questions to grow your leadershipYour Challenge This WeekWhich quote hit you hardest today?Message George on Instagram, shoot him an email, or book a 15-min call to go deeper. And don’t let this episode be an echo chamber — reflect, journal, or share this episode with someone you lead (or are led by).Here are 3 ways to grow with us:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connectionApply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply hereLive Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/event

The real ROI of business? It’s not more revenue. It’s the life you get to live.What if the real purpose of building a business wasn’t just to scale endlessly — but to design your ideal life and exit on your own terms? In this episode, George sits down with Noah Rosenfarb — CPA, family office founder, investor, and advisor — who has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs build, exit, and live with intention.From $750M in company exits and $1B in real estate investments, Noah shares the secrets of wealth that go far beyond money — including how to avoid common exit regrets, create true time freedom, and build wealth that supports your identity (not replaces it).This is more than a conversation about taxes. This is a blueprint for building a business that supports your life, not consumes it.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The Four Freedoms Framework to align business with lifeHow to create a personal “Opportunity Filter” to vet every offer or investmentWhat most entrepreneurs get wrong about exit planningThe real distinction between tax preparation and tax strategySimple habits that build long-term wealth — regardless of incomeThe truth about passive income and how the wealthy really think about ROIHow to build a healthy relationship with money (and why most don’t)The mindset shift from “rat-race revenue” to “rich beyond money” Key Takeaways:✔️Build with the end in mind — Don’t wait until it’s too late to plan your exit. Most entrepreneurs miss the window or get trapped in the business they built.✔️Wealth vs Money — True wealth is measured in freedom, time, and alignment, not just income.✔️Use an Opportunity Filter — Say no quickly and only say yes to opportunities that pass your personal filters (e.g. ROI on time, alignment with lifestyle, no personal guarantees).✔️Tax Strategy vs Tax Prep — They are not the same. You need both. And strategic tax planning yields the highest ROI per hour for 7-figure entrepreneurs.✔️Audit your habits — Financial freedom starts by spending less than you earn and investing the difference. Sounds simple, but it’s rarely done.✔️Identity matters — Exiting your business without building a new identity or purpose leads to depression, regret, and emptiness.✔️Invest your time wisely — Focus on semi-passive income vehicles that don’t require your daily presence but benefit from your expertise. Timestamps:[00:00] – Why most entrepreneurs wait too long to plan their exit[02:19] – Meet Noah Rosenfarb: $750M in exits, 5 books, and building family offices[05:27] – The one rule for financial success (that’s not so common)[07:35] – Noah’s “Opportunity Filter” – a 14-item checklist for decision-making[11:35] – The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make: taxes and lack of strategy[17:01] – Why tax strategy is the highest leverage activity for 7-figure earners[21:04] – Best practices to prepare for windfalls or exits[26:44] – Building a healthy relationship with money[34:22] – Guilt vs. gratitude in spending: a personal boat story[37:20] – The power of prudent planning: save, then ratchet up[40:13] – Passive vs. semi-passive income (and what counts)[43:34] – The “lottery ticket” exercise to design your ideal life[48:58] – Where to start with financial literacy and wealth coaching[53:54] – Why so many entrepreneurs feel regret after the exit[56:16] – Noah’s final words: Freedom is the real exit strategyConnect with Noah:Book: Exit Rich Beyond MoneyServices: WellThrive – tax strategy + wealth coaching for US-based entrepreneursMain Site: Freedom Family Office Your Challenge This WeekWhich question from today’s episode hit you hardest?Share your thoughts on social, tag @itsgeorgebryant, @noahrosenfarb and @wealthriveinc, or join our community to start designing your exit strategy from day one.Want to build your business with sustainability, freedom, and a bigger purpose?Here are 3 ways we can help:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connection.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here.Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/event