The Better Than Rich Show
Hosted by world-renowned business coaches Andrew Biggs and Mike Abramowitz, The Better Than Rich Show helps ambitious leaders who are on a mission to leave the world better than they found it, change their perspective on what’s important, increase their impact and income, and systemize their life and business.
If you’ve ever struggled with finding purpose, have felt disconnected or distracted, or found yourself going through the motions, this show will remind you that what you do matters and will re-inspire you to chase your highest dreams.
It’s time for you to become Better Than Rich!
Latest episodes
Jul 8, 2025 • 51min
The Exit Blueprint: Patrick Lange on Selling 140+ Home Services Businesses | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 216
What’s your endgame?In this episode of The Better Than Rich Show, Mike Abramowitz sits down with Patrick Lange — a business broker who has helped over 140 HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses exit successfully.From cleaning pools to owning companies to becoming a trusted advisor, Patrick shares his 4-part framework for building a sellable business (even if you’re not planning to sell yet). If you’re running a business that depends on you, this episode will challenge you to think differently.📈 What You’ll Learn:How Patrick helped 140+ companies exit with clarity and profitThe 4 things buyers look for before they ever make an offerWhy clean financials are non-negotiableThe hidden risks of “founder-dependence”How to make your business sellable even if you never plan to sellThe one shift every HENRY entrepreneur needs to make nowChapters:00:00:00 - Kickoff & Guest Spotlight00:01:36 - Patrick Lange’s Road to Brokerage Success00:04:29 - The Ultimate Exit Framework00:05:58 - Must-Use Strategies for Owners00:11:22 - Mastering Money & Valuations00:19:19 - Locking in Loyalty with Service Deals00:26:00 - Making Sense of Revenue & Ad Budgets00:28:10 - Unlocking the Referral Goldmine00:29:52 - Tackling Growth Hurdles Head-On00:31:59 - Why New Construction Can Sink You00:38:08 - Growing a Killer Email List00:45:34 - Delivering Massive Value to Clients00:48:34 - Parting Wisdom & Doing Business Right📚 Resources Mentioned:Patrick’s WebsiteFree Time-Rich Systems GuideConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagram
Jul 1, 2025 • 50min
Debt-Free at 25: Phil Risher on Building Wealth with Intention, Not Income | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 215
In this practical and mindset-shifting episode, Better Than Rich host Mike Abramowitz sits down with Phil Risher, founder of YoungAdultSurvivalGuide.com, to explore how he paid off $30K in student debt in just one year — on a $48K salary.Phil shares his framework for financial clarity, how he avoided lifestyle creep, and the unconventional mindset that helped him design a debt-free, purpose-driven life before age 25.This is a must-listen for high earners who still feel financially stuck and for parents who want to raise money-wise kids.🎯 What You’ll Learn:Why most people don’t need more income — they need a mindset shiftHow Phil became debt-free in 12 months without earning six figuresThe #1 financial mistake parents make when teaching their kids about moneyHow to calculate your “freedom number”Why automation, simplicity, and clarity win every timeWhat it really means to be Better Than RichChapters:00:00:00 - Mobile Website Must-Haves for Instant Customer Action00:00:55 - Kicking Off Another Episode of The Better Than Rich Show00:01:15 - Meet Phil Risher: Growth Partner for Home Services00:02:09 - From Enterprise to Home Services: Phil’s Unexpected Journey00:04:46 - The Real Struggles Holding Home Service Businesses Back00:06:42 - Proven Tactics to Turn More Leads into Loyal Clients00:09:44 - Using Video to Wow Customers and Boost Trust00:15:49 - Simplifying Data: How to Report What Really Matters00:25:45 - Real Photos, Real Impact: Why Authenticity Converts00:25:54 - Your ‘About’ Section: Crafting Stories that Sell00:26:36 - Clean, Simple, Profitable: Winning Website Strategies00:27:19 - Promotions that Attract Big-Ticket Jobs00:29:19 - AI and Chat Widgets: Modern Tools for 24/7 Leads00:31:18 - Organizing Leads with Smart CRMs and APIs00:33:02 - Mastering SEO: Content that Ranks and Resonates00:36:07 - How to Build Referral Partners that Keep Giving00:45:10 - Make It Personal: Storytelling in Your Marketing00:46:31 - Parting Wisdom and a Powerful Send-Off📚 Books Mentioned:The Millionaire Next Door – Thomas J. Stanley & William D. DankoRich Dad Poor Dad – Robert KiyosakiThe Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel🌐 Resources:Phil’s Website: YoungAdultSurvivalGuide.comBetter Than Rich GSD PowerPackTime Audit ToolConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagram
Jun 24, 2025 • 42min
Scaling with Clarity: Fyfe Barraclough & Mike Abramowitz on Leadership, Vision & Execution | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 214
In this powerful coaching session, Fyfe Barraclough joins Mike Abramowitz and a group of impact-driven entrepreneurs to break down how to lead teams with clarity, scale businesses with systems, and train people to win without micromanagement.You’ll learn how to:Install core values, metrics, and competencies into your businessShift from reaction mode to intentional leadershipUse the “I do / you watch” framework to delegate effectivelyBuild a team that sees the vision—and owns itCreate systems that scale outcomes (not stress)Whether you’re leading a startup or an emerging team, this episode delivers tools you can implement today to create clarity and consistency in your leadership.Chapters:00:00:00 - Kicking Off with Five-Star Service Standards00:01:10 - Solo Host Mic on The Better Than Rich Show00:01:23 - The Rise of the Dad Preneur00:02:33 - Journey from Painting Projects to HVAC Success00:03:29 - Empowering Seven-Figure Trade Titans00:04:29 - Breaking Down the COACH Framework00:05:50 - Leading with Accountability and Vision00:12:15 - The Fine Line: Delegation vs. Dumping00:15:25 - Boosting Your Brain with Mental Fitness00:21:49 - The COACH Framework: A Deeper Dive00:23:11 - Accountability That Actually Sticks00:24:59 - Reimagining the COACH System in Action00:25:18 - Brand-New Perspectives on an Old Framework00:26:01 - Big Lessons from a Business Exit00:26:55 - How to Hire & Handle a Rockstar GM00:31:26 - Smart Sales Moves & Partnership Wins00:37:38 - Building Vision-Driven Team Culture00:39:23 - Parting Wisdom & How to Connect with Fyfe📚 Books Mentioned:Vivid Vision – Cameron HeroldDouble Double – Cameron Herold🌐 Resources:Time Audit Tool: https://www.betterthanrich.com/timeauditGSD PowerPack: https://www.betterthanrich.com/timerichConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
Jun 17, 2025 • 37min
Burn the Backup Plan: Chaz Wolfe on Building a 7-Figure Life Without Playing It Safe | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 213
In this electrifying episode of The Better Than Rich Show, Mike Abramowitz sits down with Chaz Wolfe—7-figure entrepreneur, investor, and host of Gathering The Kings—to unpack what it really means to go “all in.”Chaz Wolfe shares his journey from uncertainty to decisive leadership, revealing the mindset and systems that helped him scale businesses, build legacy, and live with intention. From faith and family to finances and fitness, Chaz teaches how to lead every part of your life like a CEO.Whether you’re growing your first six-figure business or running multiple ventures, this episode will challenge you to remove your safety nets and lead with conviction.🔑 Key Takeaways:Why optionality is the enemy of growth (burn the backup plan)How Chaz Wolfe structures his life across 4 core pillars: faith, family, fitness, financesThe difference between “drifting” and “deciding” in businessTactical systems Chaz uses for alignment and executionLegacy-building as the true entrepreneurial metricChapters:00:00:00 - Delivering a World-Class Client Journey That Commands Premium Pricing00:01:05 - Kicking Off Season Four: A New Era of Better Than Rich00:02:06 - Who Is Chaz Wolfe? A Powerhouse of Entrepreneurship00:03:10 - Why Home Services Are the Focus This Season00:06:44 - What’s Really Holding You Back from Scaling?00:09:25 - Real-World Business Tactics You Can Apply Today00:16:04 - Creating a Client Experience That Sets You Apart00:19:04 - Hiring with Purpose: Goal Setting That Works00:19:24 - Building Rockstar Teams with the Predictive Index00:20:46 - Leadership That Fuels Culture and Performance00:22:37 - Business as a Strategic, Competitive Game00:24:35 - How to Smartly Integrate Tech for Business Growth00:27:28 - Behind the Scenes of Gathering the Kings00:29:47 - Defining and Designing the Exceptional Life00:33:21 - Parting Wisdom and Closing Thoughts📚 Books Mentioned:The 10X Rule – Grant CardoneAtomic Habits – James ClearWild at Heart – John Eldredge🌐 Resources:🎁 FREE GSD Powerpack🎧 Chaz Wolfe’s PodcastConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
May 28, 2025 • 39min
From Cult Survivor to Neuro-Healing Coach: Lydia Knight on Rewiring Your Brain for Freedom | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 212
In this gripping episode, Andrew Biggs interviews Lydia Knight, founder of The She Center, who shares her astonishing journey from being raised in a cult to helping thousands of women heal through neuroscience, emotional deprogramming, and radical truth-telling.You’ll learn how Lydia overcame trauma, religious control, and a debilitating eating disorder—all by understanding how the brain works and how to intentionally rewire it.🔑 Key Takeaways:The shocking truth about Lydia’s upbringing in a religious cultHow she broke free using neuroscience and reprogrammingThe real reason affirmations don’t work—and what to do insteadUnderstanding the Reticular Activating System (RAS)How to heal in weeks, not decadesWhy action—even the smallest—is the antidote to delayChapters:00:00:00 - Why Your Brain Fights Change (and How to Win)00:01:05 - Kicking Off the Rich Show with Purpose00:01:46 - Lydia’s Unbelievable Origin Story00:05:45 - Breaking the Spell: From Fear to Freedom00:12:53 - Rewiring the Mind: Healing Beyond Survival00:18:34 - The Brain Science Behind Real Change00:27:07 - Creating a Tribe That Transforms You00:33:31 - Parting Wisdom and a Call to Courage📚 Books Mentioned:The Untethered Soul – Michael SingerStumbling on Happiness – Dan GilbertThe Gifts of Imperfection – Brené Brown🌐 Resources: 🎁 Lydia’s resources: https://podcast.theshecenter.orgConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
May 20, 2025 • 32min
20 Minutes a Day to $5K/Month: Nathan Murith on Building Wealth While Working Full-Time | The Better Than Rich Show 211
In this episode of The Better Than Rich Show, host Andrew Biggs talks with real estate investor and tech executive Nathan Murith, who has built a $5K/month rental income stream—all while keeping his full-time W-2 job and spending just 20 minutes a day on his portfolio.Nathan debunks the myth that success demands burning the boats and going all-in. Instead, he shares how thoughtful automation, disciplined calendar use, and a long-term mindset can create powerful results over time.This episode is essential listening for any high-performing professional looking to invest smartly, maximize time, and prioritize what matters most—without sacrificing family or personal wellbeing.20 Minutes a Day Can Build Real Wealth With a full-time job, two kids, and a wife who also works full-time, Nathan only has 20 minutes daily to work on his real estate side hustle. The secret? Systems, automation, and boundaries. Real Estate Is a People Business—Build Your Team First Before you buy property, build your ‘Core 4’ team: real estate agent, property manager, lender, and insurance broker. Discipline + Delayed Gratification = Freedom Nathan's long-term approach has resulted in meaningful income and a legacy plan for his kids.Chapters:00:00:00 – Unplugged Presence: The Power of Device-Free Family Time00:00:49 – Welcome to The Better Than Rich Show with Nathan Murith00:01:03 – Crushing the Myth: You Don’t Have to Quit Your Job to Win in Real Estate00:03:20 – Building a Profitable Real Estate Side Hustle in Just 20 Minutes a Day00:05:55 – Your Network Is Your Net Worth: How to Build a Power Team00:11:34 – Smart Investing Starts Here: How Nathan Analyzes Markets00:15:06 – Family First, But Don’t Neglect the Dream: Blending Life and Investing00:19:24 – Time Hacks and Automation Secrets That Fuel a 5-Figure Side Hustle00:26:52 – Mastering the Long Game: Why Discipline and Patience Win00:28:49 – Final Takeaways: If You’ve Got 20 Minutes a Day, You’ve Got a Future📚 Books Recommended by Nathan:Give and Take by Adam Grant – On the power of generosity in successThe Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod – For discipline and productive routines📬 More from Nathan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanmurith/Connect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
May 13, 2025 • 26min
Securing Business Funding Like a Pro: George Otel on Lines of Credit and Building Wealth | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 210
In this episode, Andrew Biggs interviews George Otel about business funding strategies. George shares why it’s crucial to secure financing when your business is doing well, how to treat a line of credit like an insurance policy, and why building business credit early pays off in the long run. 🔑 Key Takeaways:Why banks lend money when you don’t need itHow to make a line of credit work as a financial safety netTips for building business credit that scalesManaging cash flow without getting into debt trapsChapters:00:00:00 - Kickoff: Why Getting Funded Before You’re Desperate is a Power Move00:01:09 - Welcome Aboard: Tuning into the Better Rich Show00:01:51 - The Lifeline of Business Growth: Why Financing Matters00:03:32 - Demystifying the Money Maze: Your Business Funding Options00:07:19 - Leveraging Business Credit and Lines Like a Pro00:10:00 - Smart Moves: How to Boost Your Odds of Getting Approved00:12:35 - Building Wealth: The Strategic Advantage of Business Assets00:13:54 - SBA Loans Made Simple: Navigating the Government Game00:17:04 - Hard Truths and Pro Tips: George’s Final Word00:19:14 - Real Talk: Audience Questions and George’s Goldmine of Advice00:23:22 - Wrap-Up: How to Connect and Partner with George📚 Resources Mentioned:The Psychology of Money – Morgan HouselHow to Win Friends and Influence People – Dale CarnegieThink and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill📬 More from George:US Business Funding: usbusinessfunding.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeotel/Connect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
May 6, 2025 • 31min
The Fuse Pathway — Paul Kirby on Passion, Pivoting & Building a Life That Actually Feels Good | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 209
Paul Kirby had the dream résumé—engineering degree from Cal, MBA from Harvard—but something was missing. So he built a robot. One that paints. Seriously.In this episode of The Better Than Rich Show, host Andrew Biggs sits down with Paul to unpack The Fuse Pathway—a simple but powerful framework to help you combine what you really care about into a path that actually fits your life.From travel writing to landscape architecture to robotic art, this episode is for anyone who feels stuck in success, good at their job but dead inside—and wondering if there’s more.Whether you’re 30, 50, or 70… Paul shows it’s never too late to start something that feels like you.🔑 Key Takeaways:The 4-step FUSE Framework: Find, Upgrade, Start, EvolveWhy passion isn’t fluff—it’s fuel🔑 Key Takeaways (continued):How to pivot without blowing up your lifeWhy creativity = problem-solving (even in business)What would change really if you had $200M?A practical way to build joy into your businessReinvention at any age—through real storiesChapters:00:00:00 – Kicking Things Off with Purpose and Passion00:01:08 – Breaking Down the FUSE Method Like Never Before00:02:26 – Real-World Fusion: Turning Passion into Progress00:05:05 – The Origin Story: How the FUSE Framework Came to Life00:07:08 – Making It Real: Practical Ways to Live the FUSE Method00:15:55 – Behind the Book: Unpacking the Power of The FUSE Pathway00:24:42 – Final Words of Wisdom: Fuel for Your Fusion Journey📚 Books Mentioned:The Fuse Pathway — Paul KirbyThe Great Work of Your Life — Stephen Cope📬 More from Paul: Website: https://www.thefusepathway.com VR Studio Tour: Linked in top menu of the siteConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
Apr 29, 2025 • 36min
Parenting LGBTQ+ Kids Without Losing Your Faith — Kim Stilp on Grace, Truth, and Family Unity | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 208
When Kim Stilp’s son came out at 22, her Christian worldview and parenting instincts collided. But instead of choosing sides, Kim chose something radical: to love her child and remain rooted in faith.In this heart-opening episode, Kim shares her story, how it led to the founding of Pride and Promises, and what it takes for parents to navigate the messy, nuanced intersection of faith, identity, and unconditional love.This episode is a must-listen for any parent, pastor, or leader who wants to keep kids alive, families intact, and hearts connected—without compromising on compassion or conviction.🔑 Key Takeaways:How to walk with your LGBTQ+ child and your faithWhy shame is the biggest enemy in the coming-out processPractical steps for creating a safe and open homeHow to respond to fear, judgment, and “slippery slope” conversationsWhy Kim says, “Jesus would sit with my gay son—and me.”The role of community, curiosity, and compassion in family restorationChapters:00:00:00 - Igniting the Power of Compassion and Empathy00:01:26 - Welcome to The Better Than Rich Show!00:01:55 - Kim Stilp’s Heartfelt Journey Begins00:04:02 - Faith, Family, and Finding a Way Forward00:04:46 - Breaking Through Fear and Shame00:11:48 - How to Build Honest Conversations with Your Kids00:15:19 - Real-World Ways to Support Families00:18:00 - Tackling Criticism and Navigating Tough Topics00:26:03 - Creating Communities of Hope and Help00:29:15 - Final Reflections and Powerful ResourcesConnect with Kim: 🌐 Website: https://www.prideandpromises.com 📥 Free Resource: 31 Conversation Starters 🎓 Online Course: 30+ videos, workbook & live communityBook Recommendations:Redeeming Love — Francine RiversEmbracing the Journey — Greg & Lynn McDonaldWorks by Beth Moore & Jennie AllenConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
Apr 22, 2025 • 36min
From Combat to Comeback — Aaron Hale on Resilience, Adversity & Ultra-Endurance Mindset | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 207
In this deeply inspiring episode of The Better Than Rich Show, Andrew Biggs sits down with U.S. Navy veteran and ultra-endurance athlete Aaron Hale.After losing his sight and hearing in a roadside bomb explosion in Afghanistan, Aaron could have given up. Instead, he ran 135 miles through Death Valley, started a business, launched a podcast, and now helps others build bulletproof resilience in their lives.This episode is a masterclass in overcoming adversity, turning pain into purpose, and choosing to live fully—no matter what you've been through.🔑 Key Takeaways:How to build unshakable inner strength when life knocks you downThe difference between excuses and reasons—and why it mattersAaron’s philosophy of resilience and ultra-endurance mindsetLessons from training and running the Badwater 135, blind and deafHow to reframe trauma into triumph and create purpose from painWhy building character > chasing comfortChapters:00:00:00 - Kicking Things Off: The Power of Your Story00:01:07 - Meet Aaron Hale: Resilience Personified00:01:52 - From Slacker to Soldier: Aaron’s Unlikely Military Path00:03:44 - The Explosion That Changed Everything00:09:16 - Turning Pain Into Purpose: The Mindset Shift00:11:00 - Lessons from the Bomb Squad: High Stakes, High Standards00:13:00 - From Soldier to Father: Rediscovering Identity After Loss00:15:00 - Excuses vs. Reasons: The Power of Framing00:17:00 - Discipline Over Comfort: Everyday Decisions That Shape Us00:19:00 - Practical Grit: Preparing for Life’s Inevitable Ambushes00:21:12 - 135 Miles of Grit: Tackling the Badwater Ultramarathon00:26:37 - Real Talk: Hard-Won Wisdom and Tactical Life Advice00:30:52 - Closing Words: Your Dragon, Your JourneyConnect with Aaron:LinkTreeBook Recommendations:Effortless — Greg McKeownThe One Thing — Gary KellerThe Hero with a Thousand Faces — Joseph CampbellConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
