Mindset with Brad Barrett

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

In today’s fast-paced and increasingly expensive world, more Americans than ever are turning to side hustles to supplement their income, pursue passions, or gain financial freedom. But with the rise of gig work, freelance opportunities, and online businesses, the question arises: Do you need a side hustle?

On this week’s episode, we’ll explore whether a side hustle is right for you, and if it’s actually worth it. And for you those...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Losing everything in a fire or natural disaster is a devastating experience—one that leaves not only emotional scars but also significant financial challenges. As a financial advisor, I’ve worked with many individuals who faced the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives from the ground up. This is also a topic close to my heart, as my family lost a home in the Lahaina fires back in 2023.

So, on this week’s episode...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

If you’ve ever watched a financial advisor talk about cryptocurrency, you may have noticed a twitch in their left eye and a mysterious increase in blood pressure. It's not an allergy—unless you count allergic reactions to volatility, memes, and 22-year-olds getting rich off dog coins. For the average advisor, crypto represents everything they’ve warned you about in PowerPoint presentations: unregulated, unpredictable, and entirely too influenced by Elon Musk’s Twitter account.

So, buc...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Let’s face it—kids think money grows on trees, lives in your wallet, and magically appears every time you swipe a card. To them, an ATM is just a vending machine for grown-ups. “Why can’t you just go get more money?” they ask with the financial wisdom of a goldfish. And for most parents, talking to their children about money is about as fun as getting a root canal in the middle of an insurance seminar.

But here...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Is the economy in a recession, or is it just having a dramatic moment like that one friend who "can't even" every time Mercury's in retrograde? You turn on the news and hear words like "downturn," "market volatility," and "tightening fiscal policy" — but all you really want to know is whether it’s time to start stuffing cash under your mattress or if you can still afford guac at Chipotle. Fear not, my financially anxious friends!

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Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

When it comes to how our money affects our lives, let’s be real, it’s basically a game of emotional ping-pong where the ball is your sanity and too often the paddle is your poor decision making. One minute you hit the lottery and you’re buying gold toilets and Ferrari’s for your 50 closest friends, and the next you’re selling your kidney and the naming rights of your first-born son because you bet big on a meme c...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

If your retirement dreams involve sipping margaritas on a beach, not clipping coupons in your basement bunker, then listen up—because nothing says “plot twist” like a stock market crash turning your 401(k) into a 201(k). One minute you’re picking out beachfront condos on Zillow, the next you’re Googling “how to live off ramen and government cheese.” But fear not!

On this episode, we dive into the history of stock market crashes and unco...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

So, maybe you just inherited a million dollars, or you hit the lottery…either way—congrats! You're now officially rich enough to make terrible financial decisions in style. Before you go full yacht-shopping, start tipping baristas in gold doubloons, or invest in your cousin’s “guaranteed” llama-themed NFT startup, take a breath and pay attention.

On this episode, we talk about how to keep that cash from disappearing faster than your relatives when it was your...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Let’s face it—most of us have, at some point, looked at our bank account and thought, “Well, that can’t be right.” Managing money can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded, while riding a unicycle... on fire. Enter the financial advisor: part money whisperer, part life coach, part magician (hopefully without the disappearing act). But with countless apps, YouTube gurus, and your cousin Dave who “knows a guy,” do you really need to pay someo...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

What is a human life truly worth? It’s a question that has echoed through history, from philosophical debates to courtroom arguments, insurance policies to ethical dilemmas. Too often, society tries to assign a dollar value to life. But is there something deeper beneath the market value of our body parts and potential earnings?

On this episode, we’re exploring the true value of a human life, talking about what truly makes us valuab...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

So, you’re in your twenties—that magical time when you're expected to build a career, maintain a social life, drink enough water, and somehow understand the stock market, all while still Googling “what is a 401(k) and do I need one?” Well, fear not my financially confused friend.

On this episode, we’re giving away free tips from the pros on how to start building wealth before your back starts hurting for no reason...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

In the vast wilderness of internet slang, "DOGE" has evolved from the playful face of a Shiba Inu grinning in Comic Sans to a powerful government agency with an ambitious quest to streamline federal operations. Is it a meme, a mission, or just a barking mad idea?

On this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of government spending to find out what DOGE really is, what they are doing, and asking if t...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Ah, tax season—the time of year when we suddenly remember that we have absolutely no idea what we’re doing. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been expertly procrastinating, convincing yourself that “future you” would handle it.

Well, guess what? Future you is now present you, and the tax deadline is breathing down your neck like an over-caffeinated IRS agent. But don’t panic! Before you start frantically Googling “Can I claim my cat...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Let’s be honest—if happiness could be bought, Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk would be doing cartwheels of joy down the halls of their private space stations. But here’s a secret: the best investments you can make in your life are free.

Forget about stocks, real estate, or Bitcoin—today, we’re diving into the ultimate investment portfolio: the things money can’t buy that will bring you personal wealth.

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Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Debt has a bad reputation—kind of like that one friend who always insists on splitting the bill evenly even though they ordered the lobster, filet and three desserts. But what if I told you that, just like that friend, debt isn’t all bad? In fact, when used wisely, it can actually help you build wealth instead of draining your bank account.

No, this isn’t some financial dark magic or a get-rich...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

So, you want to build wealth, but don’t have a rich uncle or the winning Powerball numbers? Don’t worry—you don’t need to invent the next iPhone or marry a millionaire (though, hey, no judgment if you do).

Pay attention as walk through a road map to grow your money without selling a kidney or living on instant noodles for the rest of your life.

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Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

Investing is a lot like dating—make decisions based on emotions, and you’ll probably end up broke and heartbroken. One minute, you're in love with a stock, looking to setting down forever; the next, you're panic-selling and running for the hills.

If your portfolio has more mood swings than a reality TV star, you’re going to want to watch this week’s episode where we take a hard look in the mirror and...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money.

The days are getting longer, the birds are starting to sing, flowers are blooming. That can only mean one thing…MLB spring training is here. Yes, another year of America’s favorite pastime and another year of big money mega contracts.

The idea of signing a multi-million contract is laughable to most of us and completely unrelatable. But hidden in these jaw-dropping deals are some surprisingly practical money lessons. So, grab a hotdog and a cold one and...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money. Each week, we’ll be airing a new episode, talking about all kinds of different topics that will help us unpack the truth around how we think, feel, and ultimately act with our finances.

On this week’s episode:

Investing is all fun and games until tax season rolls around and the IRS reminds you they’re your silentbusiness partner. Whether you made bank or just enough to buy a fancy coffee, Uncle Sam wants his cut—because...

Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money. Each week, we’ll be airing a new episode, talking about all kinds of different topics that will help us unpack the truth around how we think, feel, and ultimately act with our finances.

On this week's episode:

During the 2024 election race, newly inaugurated President Trump made a lot of noise talking about all the tariffs that he wants to slap on the countries that aren’t the U.S. As the word “Tariffs” buzzed around media outlets...

It's our second episode of 2025, and if you're anything like us, you're starting the year with one simple goal: get rich or, at the very least, get slightly less broke.

Will the markets soar like your optimism after one good week at the gym, or will they tank like your enthusiasm for salads by February? Only time will tell.

So, grab your coffee, your spreadsheets, and maybe a stress ball, because today we’re diving into what 2025 might have in store. 

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Welcome to Mindset! This is a show that is dedicated to honest, inspiring and thought-provoking conversations about money. Each week, we’ll be airing a new episode, talking about all kinds of different topics that will help us unpack the truth around how we think, feel, and ultimately act with our finances.

It's our first episode of 2025, and if you’re anything like us, you’re still trying to recover from one of the craziest presidential elections of all time. There’s a lot of uncertainty swirling around the country, especially in the finance world. A lot people h...