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Exit Rich...Retire Free Podcast
Straight talk about money for people who want to exit rich and retire free. I'm Jeff Kikel, and for 30 years I've helped business owners and high earners build wealth, sell their businesses well, and retire on their own terms. This is where I share what actually works, without the jargon or the Wall Street theater. Each episode digs into the money decisions that move the needle: how to build real wealth, how to sell a business for more and keep more of it when you exit, and how to turn…
Episodes
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastTurn Words Into Wealth: Aurora Winter on Books, Authority & Freedom
Turn Words Into Wealth: Aurora Winter on Books, Authority & FreedomToo many entrepreneurs are experts in their fields but invisible to the world. They know…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastUnschooling, Homeschooling, and Rethinking Education with Moira Mills
Most parents assume traditional school is the only path to prepare their kids for success. But with declining literacy rates, rising stress, and rigid systems…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastProfit First, Peace of Mind Later: How Debbie Deknight Built Financial Freedom from Zero
Most small business owners are working themselves to the bone… yet still feel broke. Revenue is coming in, but there’s never enough left over. Retirement feels…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastWhy 80% of Businesses Don’t Sell — And How You Can Beat the Odds | Evan Poling on Exit Strategy & BizRetire
Most business owners spend decades building their company—only to discover that when it’s time to sell, no one wants to buy it. In fact, 80% of businesses…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastLuke Van Der Veer: How Website Rentals Create Passive Income & Freedom Through Digital Real Estate
Tired of building someone else's dream in a 9-to-5?The traditional path school, job, save for retirement often ends in burnout, not freedom. If you’re feeling…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastJustin Dixon: From Corporate Recruiter to Entrepreneur – Building Hire Tomorrow
Stuck in a corporate job and wondering if you can make the leap to entrepreneurship?Most professionals dream about freedom—working for themselves, building a…
Exit Rich...Retire Free Podcast4x Founder Tanner Haas on Building Startups, Lessons Learned & the Vision Behind Freedom Chat
Ever wonder what it really takes to build and scale a startup?Too many entrepreneurs rush into business with passion but no plan—burning money, wasting time…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Dropout to Real Estate Mentor: How Giancarlo Built Wealth Through Property Management & Coaching
Think you need a degree to succeed in real estate? Think again.Giancarlo Carangelo dropped out of high school at 16 and started working in restaurants—but he…
Exit Rich...Retire Free Podcast$1M in 17 Months: Jeanne Omlor on Coaching Success, Organic Marketing & Entrepreneur Mindset
Tired of “invisible hustle” with no clients or income to show for it?Many coaches, consultants, and service providers waste years on the wrong marketing…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastTravel the World for Free: How Tim Walker Uses Credit Card Points to Fund Dream Vacations
Dreaming of travel but think you can’t afford it?For many families, vacations feel like a luxury—something you squeeze in when the bills are paid and life…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Zero to Side Hustle Samurai: How Bart Merrell Built Multiple Income Streams Without a Day Job
Stuck in a 9-to-5 and wondering how to escape the grind?You’re not alone and today's guest proves there's another way.Meet Bart Merrell, the Side Hustle…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom E-Commerce to Coaching Couples: Larry & Sue’s Journey to Financial & Marital Freedom
Feeling stuck in a cubicle or overwhelmed in your business with no way out?Many couples dream of working together and building a business—but the reality often…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastBurned Out at 7 Figures: Why Charley Johnson Quit His 85-Employee Business for Freedom
Charley Johnson had it all—by traditional standards.He was a successful business owner with 85 employees, pulling seven figures. But he was…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastTelling Stories That Last Forever: How Chance McClain Turned Personal Loss Into a 7-Figure Legacy Business
Most people wait until it’s too late to capture a loved one’s story. They assume there’ll be more time, more chances, more tomorrows. For Chance McClain, that…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom $5K Side Hustle to 7-Figure Woodworking Business: How Stoane Loundenslager Built Financial Freedom
Are you a hobbyist dreaming of turning your passion into real profit?Too many creatives stay stuck, unsure how to scale their side hustle without burning out…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastWilliam Holsten’s Burnout, Heart Surgery & Reinvention: The Power of Mental Health in Business
Most entrepreneurs wait until something goes wrong before thinking about systems, customer retention, or business automation. And when those problems hit, they…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastOptions, Real Estate, and Freedom: How Fadi Habib Teaches Busy Professionals to Invest Smarter
Most professionals earn well from their 9-to-5 jobs but feel stuck—unable to build real wealth or achieve financial freedom. Many also fear the stock market…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Layoff to Family Legacy: How Jonathan and Renee Harris Built a Business With Their 9 Kids
Many families are stretched thin—juggling work, raising kids, and dreaming of starting a business—but feel stuck in the traditional 9-to-5 grind. When Jonathan…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastHow Kris Krohn Turned $3K into $1.6M: Real Estate, Freedom, and Building Wealth Without a 9-to-5
Most people feel trapped by the traditional path—go to college, get a job, grind until retirement—only to find themselves overworked, underpaid, and…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastCollege is a Business Decision: What Parents Must Know Before Paying for College – Annmarie Hatfield Explains
Most families approach college planning emotionally instead of strategically—leading to wasted time, unnecessary debt, and missed opportunities for aid…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastAI Employees Are Replacing Receptionists—Ken Cox on Automating Your Business for Profit & Freedom
Small businesses are losing time, customers, and profit by relying on outdated systems—especially when 60% of calls go unanswered. Ken Cox has seen this over…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastLeadership Burnout, Storytelling, and the Freedom to Choose: James Robbins on Doing Life Differently
Many high achievers build success externally but feel stuck, exhausted, or unfulfilled internally. Even leaders can lose their way, unsure what the next…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastDesigning Freedom: How Matthieu Mehuys Turned Garden Architecture into a Global Lifestyle Business
Many creative professionals feel trapped in 9-to-5 careers that drain their energy—even when they love their craft. That was Matthieu Mehuys. A gifted…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastBuilt to Sell, Then What? John Makarewicz on Exits, Burnout, and Starting Again with Purpose
You pour years into building a business and finally reach the dream exit… but what happens when the money hits your bank and nothing actually feels different?…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Near Death to New Purpose: Tino Dietrich’s Journey Through Crisis, Coaching & Golf Balls
High achievers often push through stress, illness, and burnout—ignoring the warning signs—until life forces them to stop. Tino Dietrich was one of those…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFixing Broken Leadership: Isabelle Fortin on Why Most Companies Get It Wrong
Companies invest heavily in sales and operations training, yet leadership is often overlooked—leading to disengaged employees, high turnover, and poor…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Grief to Greatness: How James Wellington Built 7-Figure Businesses with Purpose & Freedom
Many entrepreneurs chase financial success only to realize that money alone doesn’t bring fulfillment or true freedom. James Wellington learned this firsthand…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastMidlife Career Crisis? How to Reinvent Yourself with Anna Urnova’s Proven System
Many mid-career professionals feel stuck, burned out, and unfulfilled in their jobs but fear making a change. They dread Mondays, feel underutilized, and worry…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Bankruptcy to Board Games: Igor Vainshtein’s Journey to Entrepreneurial Resilience
Entrepreneurship is glorified, but few talk about the repeated failures, financial struggles, and self-doubt that come with it. Igor Vainshtein knows the highs…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Military to CEO: Doug Katz on Building a Business from the Garage to the Marketplace
Many aspiring entrepreneurs struggle with turning a passion project or hobby into a profitable business, unsure of where to start or how to secure the right…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastBuilding a Meditation App with AI: How Walker Ferguson Turned Stress Into a Startup
Mental health struggles and performance anxiety are common, especially for student-athletes juggling academics, sports, and personal challenges. Walker…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastMental Health and Entrepreneurship: How Matt Gerlach Built a 7-Figure Business Without Burnout
Many high achievers push themselves to the limit, thinking success is about hustling harder—until they hit burnout. Matt Gerlach built a thriving consulting…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom 42 Jobs to Copywriting Success: Emily Aborn’s Journey to Entrepreneurial Freedom
Many aspiring entrepreneurs struggle to find their true passion and often end up in careers that drain them rather than fulfill them. Emily Aborn knows this…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Farm Life to Multi-Million Dollar Business: Kari Warberg Block’s Journey to Revolutionizing Pest Control
Traditional pest control relies heavily on toxic chemicals, putting families, pets, and the environment at risk. But what if there was a natural, effective…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastAffordable Fitness Franchise: Devan Gonzalez on Gym Ownership, Entrepreneurship, and Business Success
Many fitness enthusiasts dream of opening their own gym, but high costs and outdated models make it feel out of reach. Devan Gonzalez saw these challenges…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastHow to Hire the Right Talent Every Time: Steven Perry’s Proven Strategies
Recruiting top talent and scaling a business are significant challenges in today’s competitive landscape. Many struggle to find the right people and the…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastWhy Failure Is the Secret to Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from Anthony Franco
Starting and scaling a business can be intimidating, especially when faced with the fear of failure and uncertainty about the right first steps. Anthony…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastInnovate, Scale, Succeed: Eknauth Persaud’s Path to Financial Freedom
Losing a job can be devastating, leaving many unsure how to turn setbacks into opportunities. Eknauth Persaud a Marine veteran and successful entrepreneur…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Spreadsheet Goals to Real-World Impact: Robert Roose on Financial Freedom 2.0
Many individuals dream of achieving financial independence but feel stuck once they hit their goals. What comes next after financial freedom? Robert Roose, a…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastWhy Health is the Ultimate Wealth: Lessons from DJ Van De Venter
Many dream of transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to pursuing their passions, but the journey to financial and personal freedom can feel daunting. DJ Van De Venter…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastScaling to Millions: Jake Sutherland’s Secrets to Marketing Mastery and Business Freedom
Building a business is challenging, but scaling it to success while maintaining freedom feels almost impossible. Many entrepreneurs find themselves trapped in…
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Think Big, Start Small: Nick Jain’s Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Success
How do you cultivate a culture of innovation in your business while staying competitive in a fast-changing world? Many leaders struggle with extracting…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastThe Truth About Grants, Freedom, and Failure: Lessons from Matthew Lesko
Navigating the path to entrepreneurial success can feel overwhelming. Where do you find the right resources, and how do you stand out in a crowded marketplace?…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Family Business to Life Balance: Rhonda Parker Taylor’s Guide to Intentional Living
Feeling stuck in your career, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or uncertain about your next steps? You’re not alone. Many struggle to align their lives with…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastRevolutionizing Business with AI: Jason Sherman on Human-Like AI Agents and Automation
Businesses struggle to provide consistent, engaging customer experiences while managing repetitive tasks and staying competitive in an AI-driven world. Jason…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Imposter Syndrome to Life Mastery: Mark Collins’ Secrets to True Freedom
Are you living a life of habits rather than true transformation? Many of us fall into routines that feel like freedom but lead to exhaustion and…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastUnlocking the Impossible: How Keith Ellis Helps Entrepreneurs 10X Their Goals
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel welcomes Keith Ellis, an expert coach and author, who has dedicated his life to helping…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Quarters to Cash Flow: How Jordan Berry Built a Freedom Engine with Laundromats
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel interviews Jordan Berry, founder of Laundromat Resource. Jordan shares his journey from being a…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastCrafting a Life of Freedom: How Mike Handcock Built a Global Coaching Empire
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel interviews Mike Handcock, an international award-winning speaker, author, and founder of the…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastEscaping Robot Mode: How Rob Rob Tracz Transformed His Life and Now Coaches High Performers
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel interviews Rob Tracz, a coach who helps high achievers break free from "robot mode"—the state of…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom the Streets to Success: How Petar Krastev Overcame Adversity to Build a Fitness Empire
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel speaks with Petar Krastev, a fitness coach and entrepreneur with an inspiring story of…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastBecoming a Digital Nomad: How Ryan Mellon Escaped the 9-to-5 to Live and Work Around the World
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel interviews Ryan Mellon, the Digital Nomad Coach. Ryan shares his incredible story of leaving…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastFrom Drug Dealer to Million-Dollar Sales Trainer: How Drewbie Wilson Turned His Life Around
In this powerful episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel sits down with Drewbie Wilson, a former street hustler turned million-dollar sales…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastBuilding a Self-Publishing Empire: How Scott Allan Turned His Passion into a Thriving Business
Building a Self-Publishing Empire: How Scott Allan Turned His Passion into a Thriving BusinessIn this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff Kikel…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastMastering Life Optimization: How Matthew Tack Helps Men Achieve Their Full Potential in Health and Business
In this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, Jeff Kikel interviews Matthew Tack, co-founder of Full-Fueled and a successful entrepreneur who transitioned…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastTransforming Education: How John Foster's Middle School MBA Is Teaching Kids Real-World Business Skills
Transforming Education: How John Foster's Middle School MBA Is Teaching Kids Real-World Business SkillsIn this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host Jeff…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastDesigning a Fulfilling Retirement: How David Buck Helps Clients Master the Non-Financial Side of Retirement
Designing a Fulfilling Retirement: How David Buck Helps Clients Master the Non-Financial Side of RetirementIn this episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, host…
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From Corporate Grind to Family Freedom: How Matt Morstad Built Financial Independence with His Kids
In this inspiring episode of the Freedom Nation Podcast, we dive into Matt's transformative journey from a high-ranking corporate career to achieving financial…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastTop 10 Economic Indicators Every Investor Should Follow - The Cents of Things
Breaking Down Economic Indicators and Financial Strategies with Jeff Kickel and Ron LangIn this episode of the Cents of Things podcast, hosts Jeff Kikel and…
Exit Rich...Retire Free PodcastLipstick Recession and Wind Turbine Woes: Unpacking Economic Trends - The Cents of Things
Lipstick Recession and Wind Turbine Woes: Unpacking Economic Trends | Cents of ThingsIn today's episode, the Cents of Things team dives into the latest…