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Make It Personal Podcast

Make It Personal Podcast

By: Mutual of Omaha Advisors
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 Disclosure: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. does not provide tax or legal advice. Securities and advisory services offered through Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC (www.finra.org) /SIPC (www.sipc.org). This is not an offer or solicitation in any jurisdiction where we are not authorized to do business. Not all Mutual of Omaha Financial Representatives are Financial Advisors. https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/get-a-quoteMutual of Omaha Advisors Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • How to Build a Business You Can Actually Walk Away From

    How to Build a Business You Can Actually Walk Away From
    May 7 2026
    If your business could not run without you tomorrow, your retirement plan may be more fragile than you think. In this episode of the Make It Personal Podcast, we continue the Seven Pillars series from Profit, Protect, Prosper by breaking down retirement planning and exit planning for business owners. This conversation is for entrepreneurs, founders, and owner-operators who want more than just a someday dream. It is for people who want financial freedom, a stronger business valuation, better succession planning, and a real path toward retiring on their terms. We talk about why owner dependence lowers business value, how recurring revenue and documented systems can raise company value, and why building assets outside the business matters long before you are ready to exit.If you want to sell your business someday, step away gradually, or simply know your company can survive without you, this episode will help you think differently about business continuity, retirement readiness, and long-term personal wealth. The earlier you start planning your exit strategy, the more freedom, flexibility, and negotiating power you create for the future.You’ll Learn:→ Why a business that depends on the owner is often seen as risky by buyers and how that can affect business valuation when it is time to sell. → Why leadership depth, documented processes, and reliable recurring revenue can make your business more transferable and more valuable. → Why retirement planning for entrepreneurs should include assets outside the business, so your future is not tied to one company outcome. → What defines a successful transition, whether you plan to exit in a few years or simply want a business that can operate without you for six months.Connect with Mutual of Omaha Advisors through the following links:→ Download The Game of the Decade eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page-2→ Download the Seven Principles eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeitpersonal_podcast/→ Facebook - Mutual of Omaha Advisors: https://www.facebook.com/MutualofOmahaAdvisorsFB→ Sign Up For a Free Financial Strategy Meeting: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/get-connected/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal--Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. This podcast is for educational purposes only and may include references to concepts that have legal and/or tax implications. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. does not provide tax or legal advice. Please consult with the appropriate professional regarding your personal situation prior to making any financial decisions. Strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. Securities and advisory services offered through Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Mutual of Omaha Advisors is a division of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company.
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    2 mins
  • The Empty Nest ‘Money Shift’ No One Warns You About| EP 69

    The Empty Nest ‘Money Shift’ No One Warns You About| EP 69
    Apr 30 2026
    No one tells you this part: when the kids leave home, it’s not just the house that feels different, it’s your money. Your grocery bill drops, your calendar opens up, and suddenly the financial rules you lived by for decades don’t apply the same way. If you’re an empty nester (or about to be), this is the moment most people skip… and it can cost you years of financial momentum. In this episode of Make It Personal, we’re talking about the empty nest money shift, how your cash flow changes, why your mindset changes, and what financial freedom can look like before retirement. Because these years aren’t a financial wind-down, they’re a season of autonomy. This is where you can increase saving and investing without sacrificing lifestyle, pay down debt aggressively while still enjoying life, travel without school schedules, and start planning for legacy with clarity. If you’ve been running a family-first budget for decades, this episode will help you move from obligation to intention, and build a plan that fits who you are now. Empty nest planning, retirement planning, purposeful spending, investing strategy, and legacy planning all start here.You’ll learn:→ How the financial landscape changes when the last child leaves home and why that shift creates a rare opportunity for intentional money decisions. → How to rethink purposeful spending so you can spend without guilt while still building long-term security. → Why empty nest years aren’t just a countdown to retirement, but a powerful window to increase retirement contributions, adjust investing strategy and risk tolerance, and make smarter debt payoff moves. → We’ll also explore legacy planning in a more meaningful way, how to support adult children without creating dependency, and how to align your money with your values, impact, and the story you want your choices to tell.Connect with Mutual of Omaha Advisors through the following links:→ Download The Game of the Decade eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page-2→ Download the Seven Principles eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeitpersonal_podcast/→ Facebook - Mutual of Omaha Advisors: https://www.facebook.com/MutualofOmahaAdvisorsFB→ Sign Up For a Free Financial Strategy Meeting: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/get-connected/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal--Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. This podcast is for educational purposes only and may include references to concepts that have legal and/or tax implications. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. does not provide tax or legal advice. Please consult with the appropriate professional regarding your personal situation prior to making any financial decisions. Strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. Securities and advisory services offered through Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Mutual of Omaha Advisors is a division of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company.
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    6 mins
  • How to Pay Yourself Consistently as a Small Business Owner

    How to Pay Yourself Consistently as a Small Business Owner
    Apr 23 2026
    Are you a small business owner who keeps saying, “I’ll pay myself later”? In this episode, we talk about how to pay yourself consistently as a small business owner without guilt, stress, or guesswork. Too many entrepreneurs pour every dollar back into the business and call it discipline, but if your business cannot pay you reliably, it may not be a sustainable business model. This episode is for business owners who want more stability, better cash flow habits, and a smarter owner compensation strategy that supports both personal finances and long-term business growth. You’ll learn why paying yourself is not selfish, how a structured owner pay system can reduce emotional decision-making, and why personal financial stability helps you lead your business with more confidence and clarity. If you have ever wondered how much to pay yourself, when to pay yourself, or whether your business is truly supporting your life, this conversation will help you rethink your approach and create a more intentional compensation plan that builds wealth inside and outside the business.Highlights:→ How inconsistent owner pay creates stress and reactive decision-making→ How setting a percentage of revenue or profit for owner compensation can create discipline→ Why paying yourself consistently improves both business clarity and personal stability→ How to stop relying on whatever money happens to be left over at the end of the month. This conversation also explores the connection between business structure, personal wealth building, and sustainable entrepreneurship for small business owners.→ Download The Game of the Decade eBook→ Download the Seven Principles eBook→ Instagram→ Facebook - Mutual of Omaha Advisors→ Sign Up For a Free Financial Strategy MeetingConnect with Mutual of Omaha Advisors through the following links:→ Download The Game of the Decade eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page-2→ Download the Seven Principles eBook: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/free-ebook-page?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeitpersonal_podcast/→ Facebook - Mutual of Omaha Advisors: https://www.facebook.com/MutualofOmahaAdvisorsFB→ Sign Up For a Free Financial Strategy Meeting: https://makeitpersonalpodcast.com/get-connected/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=allplatforms&utm_mediacode=FCF&utm_campaign=makeitpersonal--Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. This podcast is for educational purposes only and may include references to concepts that have legal and/or tax implications. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. does not provide tax or legal advice. Please consult with the appropriate professional regarding your personal situation prior to making any financial decisions. Strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. Securities and advisory services offered through Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Mutual of Omaha Advisors is a division of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company.
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    2 mins
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