What if “wealth” wasn’t about hitting some magic number in your bank account… but instead about clarity, cash flow, and confidence to live a life you never have to retire from?

That’s exactly what this week’s guest, Brian Skrobonja, has helped thousands of high-net-worth entrepreneurs and business owners figure out over the last 30 years.

Brian is a nationally recognized wealth advisor, a Forbes Top 10 podcast host, and the creator of the WealthSync Process—a system that goes way beyond rates of return to align your money with your life’s bigger purpose.

We dive deep into:

• Why most people define “wealth” the wrong way
• How to think about passive income beyond real estate or investments
• The psychology of purpose after a business sale or big transition
• The tax blind spots that cost founders millions (and how to avoid them)

If you’re an entrepreneur who’s built wealth, sold a business, or are staring down a transition—you cannot afford to miss this conversation.

KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:

Wealth Isn’t a Number — It’s Purpose-Driven
Most people chase net worth goals… but often end up miserable. Brian reframes wealth as “funding your purpose,” not just padding your account.

Cash Flow is King
Assets alone don’t equal freedom. Everything should be measured against one question: “How does this affect cash flow?”

The Myth of Retirement
You can retire from a job—but you don’t want to retire from life. Align your money with activities, goals, and impact that keep you engaged and alive.

Tax Blind Spots that Burn Millions
Business exits, 401Ks, and charitable giving are often mishandled. The difference between structuring a deal before or after signing could be millions saved.

The WealthSync Process
Brian’s proprietary system ties together lifestyle goals, business exits, philanthropy, tax planning, and legacy so your money actually funds your life.

TIME STAMPS:

[00:00:00] Introduction – Why “clarity, confidence & cash flow” matter more than chasing returns.
[00:03:10] The #1 money mistake most couples and founders make.
[00:05:51] Brian’s backstory: from Croatian family work ethic to building a financial legacy.
[00:08:56] The mindset shift from working harder → building passive income.
[00:10:38] Introducing the WealthSync Process: aligning money with purpose.
[00:14:07] Why $10M net worth can still leave people miserable.
[00:16:36] Helping founders after business exits: the “Monday after the sale” question.
[00:23:58] CPA blind spots, charitable strategies, and avoiding tax disasters.
[00:29:27] Assets to Income: how to make your money actually work for you.
[00:31:27] Everything comes back to cash flow.
[00:32:33] Build a life you don’t have to retire from.

In this episode, I sit down with nationally recognized wealth advisor Brian Skrobonja to break down why the traditional wealth path is broken, how passive income actually works, and why wealth isn’t a number—it’s about clarity, confidence, and cash flow.

If you’re planning a business exit, sitting on a tax-deferred fortune, or just want to create reliable cash flow—you need this conversation.

What if I told you there’s a way to pull $10,000–$50,000 of tax-free money out of your business every year—without working harder, changing your business model, or hiring a single new person?

Sounds crazy, right? But it’s been hiding in plain sight inside the IRS code for over 50 years.

In this week’s episode of Capability Amplifier, I sit down with my friend Nathaniel Ely (co-founder of TheAugustaRule.com) to break down how the Augusta Rule works, why most business owners are leaving serious money on the table, and how to make sure you don’t miss out.

I’ll also share how I personally got a $40,000 tax-free check this year—and why I kicked myself when I realized I had missed out on hundreds of thousands of dollars in past years.

KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:

The Augusta Rule, Explained Simply
A 14-day tax loophole that allows business owners to rent their residence(s) to their business, tax-free.

Why Most CPAs Get It Wrong
80–90% of deductions fail because of sloppy documentation. If it’s not written down, it doesn’t exist.

Multiple Homes = Multiple Opportunities
Your vacation home, second home, or even your RV may qualify. The IRS defines “residence” more broadly than you think.

Real Case Studies
From a modest ranch in Ohio ($6,700 in savings) to multi-home entrepreneurs pulling in over $100K tax-free every year.

The 10 Conditions for Compliance
We cover the step-by-step checklist to keep everything bulletproof—and why this strategy only works if you follow the rules.

Done-For-You Solutions
Nathaniel’s team built software + services to make compliance effortless. They’re on a mission to put $1B back into entrepreneurs’ pockets by 2030.

TIME STAMPS:

[00:00:00] What Is the Augusta Rule?
Nathaniel explains how business owners can rent their home to their own company—14 days tax-free.

[00:01:56] My $40K Check (and $360K Mistake)
Mike shares his personal experience of saving—and losing—hundreds of thousands by not applying the rule earlier.

[00:04:14] Why It’s Called the Augusta Rule
The Masters golf tournament origins and how wealthy homeowners lobbied Congress to add this provision to the code.

[00:06:42] From Tax Bills to Tax Breakthroughs
Nathaniel’s personal journey of learning, failing, and finally systemizing the Augusta Rule.

[00:12:40] Case Study: The “Normie Home” in Ohio
How an average homeowner saves ~$6,700 annually with zero behavior change.

[00:16:21] Multiple Homes, Big Returns
How vacation homes, rentals, and even RVs qualify under the IRS definition of “residence.”

[00:18:37] Case Study: $126K in Tax-Free Rent
Three beach houses in Mexico equal $46K in real tax savings.

[00:20:00] Case Study: $224K Rent = $118K Cash Back
A California entrepreneur uses three properties to generate six-figure tax-free income.

[00:22:46] The 10 Conditions for Compliance
From rental agreements to meeting length, the checklist that makes it all audit-proof.

[00:32:11] How Easy Is It Really?
Why Nathaniel’s platform + EA support can make this a 5-minute-per-meeting task.

[00:38:28] Free Tools & Resources
The Augusta Rule calculator, deduction guide, and masterclass—all available at TheAugustaRule.com/save.

If you hate writing checks to the IRS, this is one of the biggest “money on the sidewalk” opportunities I’ve ever covered on this show.

If you want to see how much money you’re leaving on the table, head over to TheAugustaRule.com/save – you’ll get the free calculator, deduction guide, and tools to estimate your tax-free savings – and you can even book a free consultation with an Augusta Rule specialist.

If you could transform yourself into a “Superhuman Founder” with Ai – doubling your revenue, multiplying your impact, and automating the work of an entire team – would you do it?

In this brand-new episode, I’m sharing my Four Quadrants of Ai framework – straight from the Ai Accelerator Live event.

You’ll hear exactly how I (and our $250K+ clients) are using Super Agents to:

• Give you superpowers you didn’t think were possible
• Build a one-person marketing team that creates brand-level content at scale
• Land customers, investors, and speaking gigs – on demand
• Automate entire systems so your business runs 24/7 without you babysitting it

I’ll walk you through the real tools, prompts, and workflows I use in my own companies – plus jaw-dropping case studies, including how we:

• Built a custom app in an afternoon (no code!)
• Turned raw YouTube videos into fully formatted installation manuals in minutes
• Found investor leads, wrote outreach copy, and booked platform appearances – automatically

Whether you’re a founder, consultant, or investor, this episode will change the way you think about Ai forever.

KEY INSIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS:

• The Four Quadrants of Ai
  Upgrade yourself, your brand, your team, and your top-line revenue using a repeatable framework you can implement this week.

• Super Agents = Game Changer
  These aren’t “just” ChatGPT – they think ahead, make plans, and execute complex workflows without handholding.

• Your Ai Superpowers
  Leverage the MAC Method (Mentor, Assistant, Critic) to teach, execute, and improve any business process – fast.

• The One-Person Marketing Team
  How to produce high-quality video, audio, and written content – without hiring 10 people.

• Closing Big Deals, Faster
  Find investors, dream clients, and speaking gigs – then personalize outreach at scale.

• Automation & Scale
  Build systems that work 24/7 so you can stop being the bottleneck in your own business.

• Why You Have 18–36 Months
  If you’re not implementing Ai now, your competitors will – and they’ll outperform and outcompete you.

TIME STAMPS:

[00:00:00] Welcome to the Four Quadrants of Ai
The big promise: upgrade yourself, your brand, your team, and your revenue using Ai.

[00:02:31] What Are “Super Agents”?
Why they’re different from ChatGPT and how they plan, think, and execute at a higher level.

[00:07:46] My Personal Ai Stack
The exact order and tools I use daily, and how I decide which Ai to use for which job.

[00:13:20] Quadrant 1 – Your Ai Superpowers
How to get your time back, increase productivity, and expand your capabilities – without hiring.

[00:36:58] Quadrant 2 – The One-Person Marketing Team
Case study: turning raw video into a polished installation manual in minutes.

[00:51:33] Quadrant 3 – Closing Big Deals Faster
Finding 100+ ideal leads or investors – and writing custom outreach in minutes.

[00:57:01] Quadrant 4 – Automation & Scale
Building a no-code app prototype in an afternoon.

[01:05:45] Biggest Lessons from Ai Accelerator Live
Why workshops + collaboration create breakthroughs faster than solo learning.

[01:16:29] How to Get Involved
Details on the next Ai Accelerator Live and how to join the VIP experience.

If you’re serious about future-proofing your business, this is your roadmap to becoming the most valuable person in the room – no matter where you go.

PS – Whenever you’re ready, here’s how I can help:

1. Get a ticket to my next Ai Accelerator Live event here (Use Code > BIRD500 < ) – www.AiAccelerator.com/Live
2. Watch the video recording of this episode - PLUS get a bonus implementation guide: www.AiAccelerator.com/AiWorkshop
3. Join me for a Cup of Coffee at my Digital Cafe and discover your next big opportunity. This is where we can meet:
   www.MikeKoenigs.com/1kCoffeeCA