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164: Jon Acuff - The Most Expensive Fear in Financial Advising

164: Jon Acuff - The Most Expensive Fear in Financial Advising

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 If you’re a financial advisor, you see procrastination every day.People wait years before reaching out for financial help. Prospects say they’ll think about it. Clients agree with the plan but never quite get around to doing anything.So why does this happen?Today’s guest, New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff, has spent years studying procrastination. In his new book, Procrastination Proof, he breaks down why people delay the decisions that matter most and introduces a simple framework for finally moving forward.It turns out procrastination has very little to do with time management or laziness. The real reason people get stuck is far more personal. And if you’re an advisor, understanding that psychology can completely change how you help clients move forward on some of the most important financial decisions of their lives.3 of the biggest insights from Jon…#1.) Procrastination Is the Most Expensive Fear You HavePutting things off doesn’t just delay progress—it quietly steals the only resource you can never get back: time. Jon explains why procrastination often hides behind fear and why recognizing that cost can change how you approach decisions.#2.) High Performers Get Stuck in Different WaysSome people get stuck dreaming. Others get trapped planning. Hustlers skip planning and charge into action, while analysts stay stuck reviewing mistakes. Understanding your tendency helps you fix the real bottleneck slowing you down.#3.) Advisors Help Clients Turn Dreams Into ActionClients rarely change because of spreadsheets or investment products. They change when they connect financial decisions to a meaningful vision of their future—memories, freedom, and experiences worth working toward.FREE GIFTGet a Free Copy of Jon Acuff's New book, Procrastination Proof: https://bradleyjohnson.com/164SHOW NOTEShttps://bradleyjohnson.com/164FOLLOW BRAD JOHNSON ON SOCIALXInstagramLinkedInFOLLOW DBDL ON SOCIAL:YouTubeTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookDISCLOSURE DBDL podcast episode conversations are intended to provide financial advisors with ideas, strategies, concepts and tools that could be incorporated into their business and their life. No statements made in the episode are offered as, and shall not constitute financial, investment, tax or legal advice. Financial professionals are responsible for ensuring implementation of anything discussed related to business is done so in accordance with any and all regulatory, compliance responsibilities and obligations. The Triad member statements reflect their own experience which may not be representative of all Triad Member experiences, and their appearances were not paid for. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. Please visit Triadwealthpartners.com for more information. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC and Triad Partners, LLC are affiliated companies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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