Money Mastery with Marshy

Want to build wealth that actually lasts – without hype, shortcuts, or fear-driven decisions?In this episode of Money Mastery with Marshy, Daniel Marshall sits down with Arthur Panagis – former accountant turned financial advisor, founder of FMG Wealth Strategists, author of The Art of Building Wealth, and a long-term thinker on Bitcoin and the future of money.With over 30 years working in finance and business, Arthur breaks down the core principles of real wealth creation, why most people struggle to get ahead despite earning good money, and how values, compounding, and time matter more than picking the “perfect” investment.Arthur also shares his evolving view on Bitcoin, why he believes it’s moving from speculative to strategic, and how financial advisors are beginning to engage with digital assets as the money system changes.Arthur explains:◼️ Why your values determine where your money actually goes◼️ The wealth rule most business owners ignore (and why it matters)◼️ Why compounding only works if you’re patient enough◼️ How financial advisors really add value beyond returns◼️ Why panic selling destroys long-term wealth◼️ Bitcoin through a financial advisor’s lens – risk, trust, and time horizon◼️ What “reinspirement” means instead of traditional retirementEpisode Chapters:00:00 Intro02:10 How Arthur’s journey from accounting shaped his wealth philosophy05:30 Discovering Dr John Demartini & the power of values09:45 Why wealth building must rank high in your values13:20 The “pay yourself first” rule (especially for business owners)18:10 Compounding explained simply — and why most people quit too early23:40 Lessons from Warren Buffett & long-term investing28:30 How financial advice has changed over the last decade34:15 Peace of mind vs chasing returns38:50 When you should consider working with a financial advisor43:10 Reinspirement vs retirement47:30 Why Arthur started studying Bitcoin52:40 Bitcoin, scarcity & broken money59:10 Where Bitcoin fits in a modern wealth strategy1:05:20 Long-term thinking in a short-term world1:10:40 Final reflections on wealth, purpose & the future of moneyDownload Arthur’s book — The Art of Building WealthIf you enjoyed this episode, leave a 5-star review, share it with someone who wants to build wealth the smart way, and tune in next week for another episode of Money Mastery with Marshy.

Meet Paul Rogers – The Tradie Coach, business mentor, and author of Get Off the Tools and Profit in Your Pocket.In this episode, Paul shares his incredible journey from electrician to global telecoms, running a multi-million-dollar wine business, and ultimately finding his purpose helping tradies and small business owners build profitable businesses that support the life they actually want.Together, they unpack why so many tradies work harder every year yet feel more stressed, broke, and stuck — and how to fix it.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why revenue is noise, but profit is freedomThe biggest financial mistakes tradies make (and why accountants alone won’t fix them)How to simplify cashflow with Paul’s “Profit in Your Pocket” systemWhat it really takes to get off the tools without losing control of your businessThe role of self-leadership, systems, and accountability in sustainable growthWhy building the right business matters more than building a bigger oneHow Paul is now scaling his impact through books, group coaching, and his new King’s Order seriesIf you’re a tradie or small business owner who’s flat out, under pressure, and wondering where the money actually goes — this episode could be a turning point.🎧 Listen now and start building a business that works for you, not the other way around.

In this episode of Money Mastery with Marshy, Daniel shares a raw behind-the-scenes look at a recent period of confusion, frustration, and underperformance in his business — and the simple realization that helped him regain clarity, focus, and income momentum.Rather than needing a brand-new strategy, Daniel discovered the root problem was misaligned activity. He had slipped into being busy instead of effective and allowed his calendar to be shaped by other people’s priorities instead of his own.Then came a powerful insight that changed everything…Daniel breaks down the three core activities that now anchor his business:Create – Content, podcasting, writing, and visibilityConnect – Relationships, coffee catchups, collaborationCoach – Client delivery, workshops, serviceThese are the needle-moving tasks for his business — the ones that:Generate incomeCreate fulfilmentCompound long-term successInspired by Dr John Demartini’s work on values, Daniel explains:What you do most powerfully reveals what you truly value.Instead of filling his days with meetings and admin, Daniel redesigned his “default week” around:Morning deep work (creation)Mid-morning connectionMidday training for energy and focusAfternoon coaching and serviceEach day now contains:- One creation task - One connection task - One coaching/service taskNo overwhelm. No overbooking. Just clarity.You’ll discover:Why being busy is often a sign of poor focusHow to identify your real income-producing activitiesHow to redesign your calendar around your energyThe power of a “default week” structureHow to set daily high-value prioritiesWhy strong boundaries are essential for growthHow clarity leads to confidence and momentumIf you’re feeling overwhelmed or unclear:Audit your time for a weekIdentify your own “big three” activitiesUpdate your calendar to reflect themSet three daily high-value tasks that align with those prioritiesDo this and watch your clarity skyrocket!Enjoy this episode?Leave a 5-star review, follow the show, and share this episode with someone who needs clarity right now.And if you’d like support creating clarity in your finances, business, or life — reach out to Daniel directly.

In this episode #113 of Money Mastery with Marshy, Daniel sits down with Alexis Bauve, founder of boutique buyer’s agency Craft Property in Adelaide. After 15 years in commercial property and a corporate career managing major shopping centres, Alexis was made redundant just two months after the birth of his fourth child.Instead of retreating to “safety”, he burned the boats and backed himself – launching his own buyer’s agency with zero clients, no sales background, and a young family to provide for.Alexis shares how growing up in an “asset-rich, cash-poor” French family shaped his mission to rebuild generational wealth the right way – through smarter money habits, better property decisions, and breaking old patterns around spending and inheritance. You’ll hear the real numbers behind recent client deals (including a 12–18 month uplift from $574k to ~700k), why commercial property can be a game-changer for cash flow, and the advantages of working with a boutique buyer’s agent over a big-name firm.If you’re a busy professional or business owner who wants to build wealth without losing your sanity, this one will hit home.

In this short, sharp episode of Money Mastery with Marshy, Daniel dives into the hidden psychology of credit card use—especially for business owners—and why even the most disciplined people can get burned.Credit cards change your behaviour. Even Daniel—naturally disciplined and structured with money—saw his spending creep up after using a business credit card for two years. Despite paying the balance off in full each month, his cash reserves dropped by over $30,000 simply because the card created permission to spend more.This is Parkinson’s Law in action: the more you have access to, the more you naturally use.Even when used “responsibly,” credit cards:Blur the lines between personal + business expensesEncourage emotional or convenience spendingMake it easy to tap → tap → tap with little frictionLeave a painful lump-sum surprise at month’s endDaniel’s client experienced the same pattern—great revenue, poor behavioural boundaries around credit.Instead of ditching the card entirely, Daniel helped his client build strict rules to use it only for true ROI-producing investments:Ad spendBusiness coaching / mentorshipEverything else? Eliminated.The game changer:➡️ Allocate the money to the card before spending itInstead of tapping all month then scrambling to pay it off, you intentionally top it up at the start of the month.This makes credit usage:Purpose-drivenPre-fundedEmotion-freeROI-focusedAnd it keeps cashflow healthy while still leveraging the strategic benefits of a card.Use the credit card as a tool, not a safety net.Fund it first → spend intentionally → track ROI → avoid the end-of-month panic cycle.This psychological shift alone can transform how business owners use credit.Daniel would love to hear how credit cards have influenced your money behaviour—good or bad.Email: daniel@danielmarshallcoaching.comInstagram: @danielgmarshall

In this episode of Money Mastery with Marshy, Daniel reveals a brand-new layer of his Financial Fitness Framework – the Six Financial Fitness Archetypes, inspired by the training styles you see in the gym.Just like physical health, your financial health is shaped by how you earn (training), spend (nutrition), build assets (muscle), and manage liabilities (fat). And these six archetypes make it easier to understand your own money patterns – and what needs to shift.Daniel breaks down each archetype both physically and financially:The Couch Potato — stuck in comfort, low awareness, coasting financiallyThe Marathon Runner — disciplined, steady, consistent, but risk-averseThe Bodybuilder — structured, goal-driven, disciplined… but sometimes image-focusedThe Powerlifter — big assets, big ambition, big leverageThe CrossFitter — functional across the board, diversified, energetic, but at risk of overtrainingThe Yogi — aligned, intentional, peaceful… but lacking structure for long-term wealthYou'll discover where you sit right now, where you want to be, and how to train your financial fitness more intentionally. Daniel also shares details about the Financial Fitness Assessment Session, a 90-minute deep dive into your income, expenses, assets, and liabilities — so you know your current financial health and what to focus on next.🎧 Tune in to find your archetype – and learn how to build the financial physique you truly want.

In this solo episode, Daniel dives deep into a powerful philosophy inspired by a post from Tim Denning: “Going to the gym is a gateway drug.”From his early days as a skinny “Mr. Puniverse” to becoming obsessed with training and personal growth, Daniel unpacks how physical discipline in the gym translates into success in business, finances, and life. He shares how building muscle builds mindset — how consistency, resilience, and pain tolerance in the gym become the foundation for mastering every other area of life.Discover how the gym can be your first step toward personal development, entrepreneurship, and even spiritual growth. Whether you’ve fallen off track or need a spark to reignite your drive, this episode will remind you that your physical fitness is the ultimate key to unlocking greatness.👉 Connect with Daniel on Instagram @danielgmarshall and share how the gym has shaped your mindset and your success journey.

Former fintech exec turned coach and author Shakti Katyal joins me to flip hustle culture on its head. We unpack his book Million Dollar Nap and the counterintuitive idea that rest → healing → learning → earning. Shakti shares how burnout forced him to slow down, why “presenteeism” is costly, and how prioritizing naps and stillness actually multiplied his clarity, creativity, and bottom line.We talk about practical rest rituals (hello, 20–25 min naps, eye mask + over-ear headphones), giving yourself permission to pause, and building a life where work is focused, with meaningful bursts instead of endless busyness. Shakti also walks through his money journey: shifting from passive to active investing, assembling an A-team (brokers, buyers’ agents, coaches), moving to Dubai, and the mindset that lets opportunities compound.Let this episode be your permission slip to schedule in some rest this week.Connect with Shakti – https://realnroyal.com/ Connect with Daniel – https://danielmarshall.com.au/

“Lucky” people aren’t magical.They just do things that compound.~ Justin WelshIn this episode, Daniel explores four simple habits to help you become “lucky”. Build More – Shift from being a consumer to a creator. Whether it’s building a podcast, a business, or a new idea, creating adds value to the world and expands your “luck surface.”Write More – Writing sharpens your thinking and communication skills. Daniel shares why mastering written expression leads to clarity, influence, and new opportunities.Meet More People – Expanding your network opens doors you never knew existed. Daniel reflects on his own journey from introvert to connector through Toastmasters and networking events.Introduce More People – Become a bridge for others. Connecting people who can help one another not only builds goodwill but multiplies your impact and influence.Check out Daniel’s updated website danielmarshall.com.au.

Network marketing – one of the most powerful yet misunderstood and criticised business models out there. In this episode, Daniel pulls back the curtain on his personal experience inside the industry, which began in March 2021.You’ll learn:The real difference between network marketing and pyramid schemesHow it compares to traditional business and mortgage brokeringWhy most people fail (and what separates those who win)The role of mindset, leadership, and patience in creating residual incomeHow to align business models with your values and design typeWhether you’re in the industry, curious about it, or sceptical of it – this honest and insightful breakdown will give you a fresh perspective on one of the most unique business models in the world.Tune in for raw lessons on growth, leverage, and "keeping the main thing the main thing".Connect with Marshy on Instagram @danielgmarshall