The BIGG Success Show

#1000 - Today we hit 1,000 podcast episodes! To celebrate, we’re reflecting on 12 years of podcasting by sharing our most popular show, fun themes, stand-out interviews, and more! This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Find all the links we mention today our show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11802 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#999 - Our first podcast went live on November 12, 2007. Today, we celebrate 12 years of BIGG Success by answering some of the most common questions we get asked. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes and resource links: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11737 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#998 - Psychological research has identified sixteen basic desires underlying our behavior. See the list to determine what motivates you. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes and resource links: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11727 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#997 - What’s keeping you from the success you dream of? You might be surprised to hear who the monster is behind these seven frightful things. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes and resource links: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11711 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#996 - Spin your personal wheel of fortune to turn your main income source into multiple streams of income. This tool is used by 65% of self-made millionaires. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes and resource links: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11656 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#995 - Are you thinking it may be to quit your job and start a business? Here are 10 signs that you’re ready to go out on your own! This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes, resource links, and free workaround guide: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11595 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#994 - The Pursuit of Happyness is one of our all-time favorite movies. We share four tips from the life of a homeless-father who made millions. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes, resource links, and free goal-setting cheat sheet: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11575 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#993 - Just as squirrels hoard nuts for winter, we can squirrel away money to get through an economic winter. We share five ways to weather a downturn. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes plus the free download: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11526 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#992 - When your money is happy with you, you attract more money. The opposite is also true. See six ways to tell how your money is feeling. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get the show notes plus the free download: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11502 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#991 - Break bad habits all at once. It flies in the face of conventional wisdom, which says you break bad habits one at a time. Is all-at-once a better way? This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Link to show notes and free cheat sheet: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11442 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#990 - We share 7 tips for success to celebrate the 7th anniversary of BIGG Success in a Minute, our syndicated radio feature, by sharing 7 favorite episodes. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Read the show notes for 7 Tips for Success in 7 Minutes here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11418 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#989 - 360-degree goal-setting helps you set holistic goals by bringing together the three facets of BIGG success – personal, professional, and financial success. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Find the show notes and access to your FREE Goal-Setting Cheat Sheet here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11315 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#988 - David Barnett, the founder of PopSockets, shares how he turned his idea into a fast-growing business and why doing good is good business. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Read the show notes and find links to resources here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11305 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#987 - We look at a recent Rolling Stone expose about the collapse of Woodstock 50 and share five lessons for entrepreneurs to never forget. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Read the show notes here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11297 If you enjoy our podcast, please let others know! Your review means so much. Thanks for listening, - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#986 - Derek Evans shows us how to change the world as a local entrepreneur. See how his t-shirt business makes a difference in Nashville and globally. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Local Entrepreneur Shows How to Change the World https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11270 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#985 - A practical process on how to get what you want out of life: clarify your priorities, set financial goals in line with them, and then watch your progress. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Get your free Life Priorities Cheat Sheet + the show notes here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11255 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#984 - The recipe for a happy life consists of three ingredients. The ingredients are important, but so is how you mix them together. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com The Recipe for a Happy Life https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11246 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#983 - A mother of 3 super succesful daughters is asked parenting advice all the time. We share 4 values that Esther Wojcicki says leads to success. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Give Yourself a Raise https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11237 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#982 - Many people don’t realize they don’t have to wait on their boss to get a pay raise. You can give yourself a raise by following three steps. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Give Yourself a Raise https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11222 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#981 - Our Founding Fathers secured freedom from an oppressive king. We pull lessons from them to show you how to gain financial freedom in three steps. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com How to Gain Financial Freedom in 3 Steps https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11197 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#979 - If you have debt, turn it to your advantage. Few people realize that debt can springboard you to wealth. We share an example you can put into action... This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com How Debt Can Springboard You to Wealth https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11181 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#979 - On a list of 6 things a famous billionaire says are the secrets to a long and happy life, only 1 of them has do with money. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com 6 Secrets to a Long and Happy Life https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11172 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#978 - The way you tell your story – especially to one particular audience – can shape your future and affect whether or not you have a happy ending. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com How You Tell Your Story Impacts Whether You Live Happily Ever After https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11162 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#977 - We talk with CBS business analyst Jill Schlesinger, who shares highlights from her new book, Why Smart People Make Dumb Money Moves. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Jill Schlesinger on Why Smart People Make Dumb Money Moves https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11140 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#976 - It’s easy to stress over money. But you will feel less stress if you take action to improve your financial health. We share seven ways. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Show notes for 7 Ways to Improve Your Financial Health: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11101 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#975 - Find your why to feel fulfilled in life. Passion may get your attention, but it’s your purpose that sustains you in fulfilling your calling. We share 3 lessons from the 2019 University of Illinois Commencement speech, delivered by Larry Gies. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11047 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#974 - Want to know how to get more referrals? We talk with Steve Woodruff, the King of Clarity, about what it takes to be referral-ready. Steve's new book is: Clarity Wins: Get Heard. Get Referred. This show is sponsored by: The Financial Freedom Tool http://financialfreedomtool.com Here are the show notes https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11021 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#973 - As a small business owner, you can become a celebrity CEO to gain an advantage over your competition. As your personal brand grows, so will your business. Ramon Ray, author of Celebrity CEO is our guest. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=11013 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#972 - If you want to save more money, where do you start? What’s’ the first step? If you’re surprised by the answer, you’re not alone. Most people are. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10998 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#971 - Getting a raise at work should be all good. But many people fall into a trap and end up in worse shape financially. Discover how to stay out of the trap. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Here are the show notes + the signup for the free guide we mention: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10976 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Your reviews help us grow and encourage us. Would you leave one?

#970 - Unbudgeting: Budget Without Budgeting Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Unbudgeting is an alternative to traditional, personal budgeting. Think of it as a way to budget for people who hate budgeting. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10948 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#969 - We share four takeaways from our Money Smart Week podcast interview series, which featured three renowned personal finance experts. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Here are the show notes: 4 Takeaways from 3 Renowned Personal Finance Experts https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10933 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#968 - 9-time New York Times best-selling author, David Bach, joins us to share the secrets of financial freedom from his new book, The Latte Factor. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Today's show is part of our special podcast series for Money Smart Week - coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to help individuals and families better manage their personal finances. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10902 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Marymoney-Lynn

#967 - NBC’s TODAY show financial expert Jean Chatzky joins us to talk about her new book, Women with Money. Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Today's show is part of our special podcast series for Money Smart Week - coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to help individuals and families better manage their personal finances. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10888 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#966 - We talk with Erin Lowery about her new book on beginning investing called, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing: A Beginner’s Guide to Leveling Up Your Money Sponsored by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Today's show is part of our special podcast series for Money Smart Week - coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to help individuals and families better manage their personal finances. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10871 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#965 - Get tips from some of the top financial experts in the world as we kick off our special Money Smart Week Podcast Series. Made possible by: FinancialFreedomTool.com Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10848 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#964 - George Krueger's recent appearance on U.S. News & World Report inspired this podcast episode about what to keep mind when making financial decisions. Direct link to this podcast show notes: How to Make Smart Financial Decisions https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10722 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#963 - Asking better money questions is one of the keys to getting the future you want, says Veronica Karas, author of the new book, Money Matters: Everything You Should Have Learned in School but Didn’t. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Money Questions You Need to Ask https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10705 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#962 - Finding startup money is essential if you are to move forward with a new business. However, you might not need as much as you think. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Finding Startup Money https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10694 Our guest: Maria Aspan, Editor-at-Large of Inc. Magazine. Her book: Startup Money Made Easy Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#961 - Retire early. Most people like the idea, but how can you do it? Start by knowing this one thing which is the driver of early retirement. Direct link to this podcast show notes: The One Thing You Need to Know to Retire Early https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10679 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#960 - Manage your household finances like a business to see your finances in new and enlightening ways, and understand your money better than ever before. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Managing Your Household Finances Like a Business https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10647 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#959 - Prosper in the New Year! We talk with Consumer Reports’ Senior Money Editor Tobie Stanger about timely financial resolutions for 2019 Direct link to this podcast show notes: 5 Financial Resolutions for 2019 https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10626 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#958 - What is financial freedom? Plenty of money…for life! We break down that definition and share how to get to the next level of financial freedom. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10539 Here's the link to the Freedom Tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#957 - Do more good by discovering how to gain more confidence, clarity and choices when it comes to your money. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Do More Good https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10455 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#956 - A gratefulness dividend flows to those who fight off abundance denial. Find out how so you can reap the rewards of gratitude. Direct link to this podcast show notes: The Gratefulness Dividend https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10432 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#955 - Saving for retirement is harder than ever as many employers are shifting more of the burden on to employees. See how you can respond. Direct link to this podcast show notes : Saving for Retirement with a Stingy Employer https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10012 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#954 - The hedonic treadmill suggests that any happiness we gain from a new purchase quickly reverts back. Here's 5 ways to avoid getting stuck. Direct link to this podcast show notes : The Hedonic Treadmill Costs You Money https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10004 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn ------------------- P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!

#953 - In this episode, we share the best investment strategy for non-financial people. Hear study-backed findings that show why this simple approach tends to yield better risk-adjusted returns. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): The Best Investment Strategy for Normal People https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9992 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much.

#952 - A reverse side hustle can help you make more money while lowering your risk. We share three principles of finance so you understand how this works. Here are the show notes with links to resources that further explain the concepts mentioned in this episode: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9958 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn

#951 - It’s never too early to start thinking about how to fund your passion. We share 3 ways to ensure the opportunity to follow your passion doesn't pass you by. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9943 Sign up for the BIGG Newsletter: https://biggsuccess.com/newsletter Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn