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The Price of Becoming: Why Excellence Never Arrives with Ryan Hawk (Ep. 19)

The Price of Becoming: Why Excellence Never Arrives with Ryan Hawk (Ep. 19)

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Ryan Hawk has interviewed over 650 of the world’s top leaders, and he says the most important thing he has learned from all of them has nothing to do with strategy. It comes down to one word: curiosity.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Ryan Hawk has interviewed over 650 world class leaders on The Learning Leader Show.
  • The most dangerous mindset for any leader is believing they have arrived.
  • Curiosity is Ryan’s number one way to give and receive love.
  • Jim Collins defines leadership as getting people to want to do what must be done.
  • Consistency and daily rituals matter more than motivation or intensity.
  • Excellence often looks boring from the outside, like a golfer who never misses a fairway.
  • Small daily habits compound into a life of continuous growth.

Chapters: 

  • 0:00  Meet The Learning Leader
  • 1:18  Why He Started Podcasting
  • 4:11  What Great Leaders Look Like
  • 6:29  The Danger Of Arrival
  • 8:21  The Real Price Of Excellence
  • 11:09  Curiosity As A Love Language
  • 15:04  The Question He Always Asks
  • 18:42  Defining True Leadership
  • 20:58  What Companies Get Wrong
  • 24:37  The Price He Pays Daily
  • 28:42  Why Boring Wins In Golf
  • 30:35  Final Thoughts And A Book Pick

 

We have limited copies of Ryan’s new book “The Price of Becoming” to give away to our audience. If you reside in the United States and would like us to send you a copy of the book, please become a new subscriber to our channel and fill out the form below. Fill out this form to receive your copy of “The Price of Becoming”: https://tdcforms.wufoo.com/forms/get-a-copy-of-ryan-hawks-book/

 

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Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

 

About Our Guest, Ryan Hawk: 

For the past decade, Ryan Hawk has interviewed more than 650 of the world’s most influential leaders, including Jim Collins, Simon Sinek, Adam Grant, Tony Robbins, James Clear, Jocko Willink, and JJ Redick, on The Learning Leader Show, an Apple Podcasts Best Seller for four years running and one of the top ranked business podcasts in the world.

Ryan is a bestselling author and keynote speaker who has worked with organizations including Salesforce, LinkedIn, Microsoft, and Dell. His books include Welcome to Management, The Pursuit of Excellence, and The Score That Matters, and his newest release, The Price of Becoming, explores how small, consistent choices compound into a life of continuous growth.

A former college quarterback and twelve year corporate sales leader, Ryan now spends his time studying excellence, working with leadership teams, and preparing for his next conversation on The Learning Leader Show.

 

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice. 

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations.

553aWP – 2026.07

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The Letter That Changes Everything: The Legacy Letter with Blake Brewer (Ep. 18)

The Letter That Changes Everything: The Legacy Letter with Blake Brewer (Ep. 18)

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What if the most powerful thing you could give your family had nothing to do with money? In this episode, Brady sits down with Blake Brewer, founder of the Legacy Letter, to explore one of the most personal and transformative conversations we have had on this show. Blake’s story begins with tragedy and ends with a mission that has already touched thousands of families.

At 19 years old, Blake lost his father in a drowning accident while on a family vacation. Hours later, his mother handed him a letter his dad had written and planned to give him on that very trip. That letter changed the trajectory of Blake’s grief, his faith, and ultimately his entire career. Today Blake is on a mission to help one million parents write a meaningful, lasting letter to the people they love most.

Key Takeaways:

  • A parent’s written words can anchor a child through grief in ways nothing else can.
  • The Legacy Letter follows a proven structure: intro, apology, love, pride, belief, advice, and closing.
  • The apology section is the hardest part and the most important. Own it without blame.
  • Your children are telling themselves a story about how much you love them. It may not match yours.
  • This letter is not about death. It is about pouring into your family right now.
  • Done is better than perfect. Sooner is always better than later.
  • TFO is hosting a virtual Legacy Letter event with Blake on September 24th. Contact us through the show notes to join.

Chapters:

0:30 Today’s Guest & Topic
1:35 The Day Everything Changed
5:00 Underwater and Out of Options
6:40 The Letter That Saved Him
9:08 Pain Into Purpose
11:51 The Power of Time
14:28 A Blank Sheet of Paper
16:07 What is a Legacy Letter?
20:11 When and How to Deliver It
21:40 The Daughter Who Didn’t Know
24:48 Mistakes People Make
26:36 Don’t Wait Another Day

📝 Want to write your Legacy Letter with Blake Brewer? Join us for a virtual workshop on September 24th. Sign-up here to receive a link to register once it opens up: https://tdcforms.wufoo.com/forms/interested-in-attending-our-legacy-letter-workshop/

About Our Guest, Blake Brewer:

Blake Brewer is the founder of the Legacy Letter and the Legacy Letter Challenge. His mission grew directly out of one of the most devastating moments of his life. At 19, Blake lost his father in a drowning accident during a family vacation in Hawaii. Hours after the tragedy, his mother found a letter his father had written and planned to deliver on that trip. That letter shaped how Blake grieved, how he healed, and ultimately how he chose to live.

After spending years mentoring college students and witnessing the impact his father’s words continued to have on his own life, Blake developed a structured process to help other parents write meaningful letters to their children. He has since guided thousands of families through the experience and is working toward his goal of helping one million moms and dads put their most important words on paper.

Blake has been featured on The Today Show, The Mike Huckabee Show, and numerous other platforms. He speaks to groups across the country and works with families at live and virtual events to help them capture their legacy in a form that can be held, read, and passed down for generations.

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice.

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations.
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Why Your Estate Plan Deserves a Second Look with Donald Scott (Ep. 10)

Why Your Estate Plan Deserves a Second Look with Donald Scott (Ep. 10)

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Most people spend thousands creating an estate plan, only to hide it in a drawer and never talk about it again. But what if the most powerful part of your plan isn’t the documents? It’s the conversations that come after.

In this episode, Brady Fineske, CFP®, welcomes Donald Scott, Director of Estate Planning at TFO Wealth Partners and Director and Vice President of TFO Trust Company. Together, they explore how to approach your estate plan with clarity, flexibility, and purpose, whether you’re updating an old binder or building a family legacy from scratch.

Brady and Donald discuss:

  • The three essential questions every estate plan should answer
  • How lifetime trusts can protect your children without limiting them
  • Why equal isn’t always fair when it comes to inheritance
  • How family meetings can prevent future conflict and misinterpretation
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Donald Scott is the Director of Estate Planning for TFO Wealth Partners and helps lead TFO Trust Company as its Director and Vice President. A former partner at Husch Blackwell, he brings decades of experience in estate planning, tax law, and fiduciary guidance. Donald is known for helping families align their financial decisions with their values and build legacies that last for generations.

 

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice. 

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations.

493aWP – 2026.02

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How to Build the Integrated Wealth Team Your Family Deserves with Chris Erblich (Ep. 7)

How to Build the Integrated Wealth Team Your Family Deserves with Chris Erblich (Ep. 7)

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Managing wealth can feel like building a house, except you’re also the architect, plumber, and electrician. 

But what if that’s setting your family up for confusion or even failure?

In this episode, host Brady Fineske, CFP®, is joined once again by Chris Erblich, CEO of TFO Wealth Partners and Partner at Husch Blackwell, to explore why families with significant wealth need integrated planning and coordinated advisory teams. 

Chris shares personal stories and professional insights into building purposeful legacy plans, explaining how a lack of communication, outdated advisors, and disjointed teams can compromise everything. 

What to expect:

  • 03:02 The role of integrated teams in preserving wealth and family harmony
  • 13:05 The #1 trait to look for in any financial advisor
  • 15:38 How “following the money” can help ensure your interests are aligned
  • 24:06 Why family meetings might save your legacy
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

Chris brings nearly 30 years of experience in helping high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners achieve their personal and financial goals. As CEO and Chairman of TFO Wealth Partners, Chris collaborates with TFO’s leadership team to develop the firm’s vision and to establish its organizational and strategic direction. Chris is deeply passionate about helping families connect their wealth and purpose (his favorite question for families is “What is your wealth for?”). Chris likes to measure his day and the day of each of his colleagues by asking a simple question: “Did you help a family today?”. Chris’s purpose-driven approach to serving families (colleagues and clients) permeates the entire organization.

 

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice. 

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations. 

466aWP – 2025.12

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The Seven Disciplines of Families Who Pass on More Than Money with David York (Ep. 6)

The Seven Disciplines of Families Who Pass on More Than Money with David York (Ep. 6)

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When does wealth truly become legacy? 

Brady Fineske, President of TFO Wealth Partners, sits down with David York, attorney, CPA, author, and co-founder of COREnology, to explore how families can transform wealth into a tool for unity, values, and purpose.

David shares the seven disciplines of families who successfully transfer wealth and why clarity of identity and purpose matters more than tax structures or technical planning. Together, they unpack how to prepare children for wealth, not just with it, and how values-based planning creates stronger, more connected generations.

Expect to learn:

  • The seven habits of families who successfully pass on wealth and wisdom
  • How to move from fear-based to opportunity-based legacy planning
  • Why purpose and identity are more powerful than tax strategy
  • How tools like COREnology help families define, measure, and live their values
  • And more!

Interested in exploring COREnology for your family? Visit their website at https://corenology.com/ 

Also, if you’re interested in a copy of either of David’s books, we’ve supplied links below:
Entrusted: Building a Legacy That Lasts
The Gift of Lift: Harnessing the Power of Stewardship to Elevate the World 

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About Our Guest:

David R. York is the CEO and Co-Founder of COREnology and one of the nation’s leading voices on family legacy, estate planning, and purposeful wealth. A practicing estate planning attorney, CPA, and sought-after speaker, David helps families bridge the gap between financial success and lasting significance. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Entrusted: Building a Legacy That Lasts and The Gift of Lift: Harnessing the Power of Stewardship to Elevate the World, which challenge traditional views of inheritance and empower families to define wealth through values and identity. Known for blending technical expertise with a deeply human perspective, David’s work inspires families to move beyond preserving assets to cultivating thriving generations connected by purpose and meaning.

 

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice. 

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations. 

460aWP – 2025.11

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Trustee Secrets with Donald Scott: Avoiding Family Conflict and Protecting Generational Wealth (Ep. 4)

Trustee Secrets with Donald Scott: Avoiding Family Conflict and Protecting Generational Wealth (Ep. 4)

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It’s easy to underestimate the role of a trustee until you’re wearing the hat yourself.

On this episode of The Wealth and Purpose Podcast, host Brady Fineske, CFP®, welcomes Donald Scott, VP & Director, TFO Trust Company, to peel back the layers of this complex responsibility. 

Donald shares how trustees juggle administrative, investment, and distribution duties and why “not knowing what you don’t know” can be a costly mistake.

Listeners will discover:

  • The difference between technical expertise and true wisdom
  • South Dakota’s surprising advantage in trust law
  • Why appointing family members can strain relationships
  • How trust companies maintain continuity over generations
  • And more

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About Our Guest: 

Donald Scott has been serving wealthy families for over 15 years. In his role as a Family Wealth Strategist with TFO Wealth Partners, Donald is responsible for providing strategic advice to client families on a wide variety of financial topics that impact their lives. In addition, Donald leverages his past experience as an estate planning partner in a national law firm in his role as Director of Estate Planning with TFO. Donald also serves as Vice President and Director of TFO Trust Company, serving affluent families with various trustee services designed to fit their specific needs. 

 

TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice.

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations.

424aWP – 2025.08

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Connecting Wealth and Purpose: On a Mission to Help Families Thrive with Brady Fineske (Ep. 1)

Connecting Wealth and Purpose: On a Mission to Help Families Thrive with Brady Fineske (Ep. 1)

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Brady Fineske, CFP®, didn’t start this podcast to talk about wealth…

He started it to help families and business owners better understand what their wealth is really for by connecting it to their ultimate purpose.

In this premiere episode, Brady shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped his belief that wealth must be tied to something greater. From growing up with a hardworking single mother to navigating unimaginable loss with his own son’s illness, he opens up about the values that define his mission.

Alongside co-host Jim Herrick, CFP®, they unpack why 75% of heirs feel unprepared to inherit wealth and what families can do about it now.

What to expect:

  • Why silence costs more than taxes when it comes to family planning
  • The emotional gap in traditional wealth management
  • A surprising stat about generational wealth loss
  • The real reason Brady launched this show
  • And more!

Explore how wealth can become a tool for connection, not conflict. Visit TFOWealth.com to subscribe and listen on your favorite platform.

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Neither TFO Wealth Partners, LLC (“TFO”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor located in Maumee, OH. Brady Fineske is a Partner and investment adviser representative of TFO. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The opinions expressed in this podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only, are subject to change at any time, and should not be construed as TFO’s or Mr. Fineske’s solicitation to effect, or attempt to effect, transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice.

All investments and strategies, including any described in this podcast, have the potential for profit or loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Any index performance described in this broadcast does not reflect the deduction of transaction, management, or other fees that would decrease performance results. While the information presented in this podcast is believed to be factual and up to date, TFO or Mr. Fineske does not guarantee its accuracy, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Listeners should not rely on the content of this podcast as the sole basis for their legal, tax, investment, financial planning or estate planning decisions and should always consult an attorney or tax professional or any other investment professional regarding what may be appropriate for their specific situations.

Neither the firm nor its employees paid a fee for placement on Forbes 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors List. The ranking was developed by Shook® Research, LLC and the data provided was as of 06/30/2024. The ranking was released on 04/08/2025. Neither the firm nor its employees paid a fee for placement on Barron’s America’s Top 1,200 Financial Advisors List. The ranking was developed by Barron’s and the data provided was as of September 30, 2024. The ranking was released on March 7, 2025. Third-party rankings and recognition from rating services or publications are no guarantee of future investment success. Working with a highly-rated advisor does not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client’s evaluation. Generally, ratings, rankings and recognition are based on information prepared and submitted by the advisor.

402aWP – 2025.06

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