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
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
Apr 15, 2025 • 47min
From Invisible to Impactful — Amber Vilhauer on Authentic Marketing, Book Writing & Finding Alignment | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 206
🎙️ Want your marketing to cut through the noise (without selling out)? In this episode, Amber Vilhauer reveals how alignment—not automation—is the key to powerful, purpose-driven marketing. From uncovering your true avatar to writing a book that sells and scales your legacy, Amber shares real talk for entrepreneurs who want to be impactful, not just visible. 🎯 You’ll Learn:The 4-part alignment process that fuels real influenceWhy automation is killing connection—and what to do insteadHow trauma shapes your message (and why that’s a good thing)A behind-the-scenes look at successful book launchesThe mindset shift that attracts clients without chasing themChapters:00:00:00 - Living Your Vision, Moment by Moment00:01:38 - Marketing's Wake-Up Call00:03:35 - Trust Issues & the AI Dilemma00:05:07 - Ditching Fluff for Depth00:08:31 - Why Emotions Are Your Marketing Superpower00:09:26 - Getting Inside Your Audience’s Head00:15:13 - Unlocking Alignment: Your True Advantage00:23:10 - Crushing the Fear of Being Seen00:23:54 - Elevating Others Through Visibility00:26:34 - Vision Meets Purpose: Your Inner Compass00:28:44 - Values That Anchor Your Voice00:29:48 - Marketing That Actually Resonates00:32:55 - Owning Compliments & Self-Worth00:37:26 - First-Time Author Pitfalls to Dodge00:40:52 - Relationships: The Secret to a Book Launch00:41:42 - Wisdom to Walk Away WithConnect with Amber:WebsiteBook Recommendations: The Greatest Miracle in the World by Og Mandino — (recommended by Amber Vilhauer) The God Memorandum — PDF available online, a spiritual anchor The Carrot Seed — A timeless children’s book with deep entrepreneurial wisdomConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
Apr 8, 2025 • 51min
Live Longer & Feel Younger — Dr. Ryan Williamson on Brain Health, Longevity & Sustainable Fitness | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 205
In this expert-packed episode, Dr. Ryan Williamson joins Andrew Biggs to talk about optimizing your health, slowing aging, and building a brain and body that lasts.From the neuroscience of sleep to movement that grows your hippocampus (yes, literally), Ryan explains the lifestyle principles that make the biggest difference—without hype or gimmicks.Perfect for high-performing entrepreneurs, fathers, and longevity-curious HENRYs who want to live longer and better.🔑 Key Takeaways:Why biological aging is optional—and how to slow itThe four pillars of lifestyle medicineHow to prevent Alzheimer’s with cardioWhat the data says about movement, nutrition, and stressWhy 6 minutes of exercise can change your lifeThe one metric that reduces all-cause mortality by 500%Chapters:00:00:00 - Kicking Things Off: Why Longevity Is Closer Than You Think00:01:03 - Introducing the Expert: Meet Ryan Williamson00:01:43 - From Witnessing Pain to Pursuing Brain Power: Ryan’s Path to Neurology00:03:05 - Why Waiting for Illness Is a Losing Game00:04:22 - The Real Secrets to Living Longer (That You Can Start Today)00:10:58 - Sleep Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Lifeline00:16:34 - Movement Matters: Fitness for a Life That Thrives00:25:31 - Cardio, Cold Plunges & Lifestyle Hacks You’ll Actually Want to Do00:26:21 - Ditching Gym Intimidation for Good00:26:44 - The Power of Purpose-Driven Wellness00:27:38 - Nutrition That Fuels More Than Just Your Body00:28:29 - Diets, Fads, and the Truth Behind the Trends00:32:05 - Gut Health: Your Hidden Superpower00:34:10 - The Entrepreneur's Guide to Stress Survival00:34:53 - How Chronic Stress Is Speeding Up Your Aging (and How to Stop It)00:36:38 - Tech Overload? Here’s How to Take Your Brain Back00:41:50 - Positive Psychology and Living with Purpose00:43:22 - Final Takeaways and Resources to Keep You ThrivingConnect with Ryan:WebsiteLinkedInBook Recommendations:The Lifestyle Investor – Justin DonaldThe Happiness Advantage – Shawn Achor Biographies – Walter Isaacson (Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, Da Vinci)Connect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
Apr 1, 2025 • 43min
The Formidable Family Man — Greg Denning on Fatherhood, Fitness & Facing Pain With Purpose | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 204
In this powerful episode, Andrew Biggs sits down with coach, father of seven, and speaker Greg Denning to explore how pain can be turned into purpose. Greg shares how he went from a broken childhood to building an extraordinary family life rooted in purpose, adventure, discipline, and deep love.Whether you're struggling in your marriage, burnt out as a dad, or simply seeking more fulfillment, Greg lays out practical strategies to become a Formidable Family Man—mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.🔑 Key Takeaways:Why modern men are suffering from isolation and how to fix itHow to stop settling for mediocrity and reclaim your ambitionGreg’s Triple Trifecta: 9 areas every man must masterWhy physical fitness has a domino effect on every other part of lifeThe power of facing pain instead of numbing itWhy brotherhood and accountability are mission-criticalChapters:00:00:00 - The Wake-Up Call: Why Men Must Rise with Conviction00:01:03 - Enter the Hosts: Andrew Biggs Meets the Unstoppable Greg Denning00:01:14 - Two Worlds Collide: Travel, Destiny, and a Wild Connection00:01:57 - What’s Really Happening to Men—and Why It Matters Now00:03:11 - From Chaos to Clarity: Greg’s Raw, Real Transformation Story00:04:01 - Brotherhood Isn’t a Bonus—It’s a Lifeline00:04:45 - Crushing the Myth: You Can Win at Family, Fitness, and Finances00:09:52 - Hit Rock Bottom? Good. That’s Where the Rise Begins00:14:58 - Success Is a Habit: Build It or Break It00:18:30 - Proof That Change Is Real—If You’re Willing to Fight for It00:20:13 - Alone in a Crowd: Why Men Are Starving for Connection00:21:10 - The Tools That Turned Struggle into Strength00:23:25 - Tribe Talk: The Power of Standing Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Good Men00:28:25 - The Triple Trifecta: Unlocking Total Life Optimization00:29:00 - Tactical Wins: Do This Today, See Results Tomorrow00:31:12 - Feed Your Fire: The Books and Ideas That Shape Great Men00:34:13 - One Last Push: Final Words to Fuel Your Next MoveConnect with Gregg:Website: GregDenning.comPodcast: Formidable Family ManInstagram: @greg.denningYouTube: Greg DenningBook Recommendations:As a Man Thinketh by James AllenThe Majesty of Calmness by William George JordanThe Five Major Pieces to the Life Puzzle by Jim RohnConnect with The Better Than Rich:Get Your Free Delegation PlanBTR Mini-CourseWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok
