What if every leap into uncertainty brought you closer to defining your true wealth and joy in life?

Discover how one man's journey through 193 countries led to unexpected lessons on resilience and embracing the unknown.

In this episode, Larry Sprung speaks with Sam Goodwin, an American entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker known for his remarkable journey of traveling to every country in the world.

Sam's story is not only about adventure but also about overcoming significant challenges, including surviving solitary confinement in Syria, and how these experiences have shaped his outlook on life and success.

Sam discusses:

• The lessons learned from competitive sports and how they translated into his professional life
• The turning point that led him to aim to visit all 193 countries
• His harrowing experience of being detained in Syria and the life-altering insights that came from it
• The importance of uncertainty and the growth it offers
• How he coached the North Korean national ice hockey team as part of a cultural exchange
• And more!

Resources:

• Mitlin Financial
• The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung
• Saving Sam: The True Story of an American’s Disappearance in Syria and His Family’s Extraordinary Fight to Bring Him Home Hardcover – by Sam Goodwin

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Connect with Sam Goodwin:

• LinkedIn: Sam Goodwin
• Website: Sam Goodwin

About our Guest:

Sam Goodwin is an American entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker. A former Division I collegiate hockey player, he co-founded a tech company and NGO in Singapore and is one of the few people who has traveled to all 193 countries in the world. As a thought leader on embracing uncertainty, Goodwin delivers keynotes to organizations around the globe, from large corporate conventions to intimate leadership retreats and everything in between. Sam earned a bachelor’s from Niagara University, a master’s from Wash U in St. Louis, and a doctorate from Johns Hopkins SAIS.

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

How Powerful Can Reading Really Be? What if the key to changing the world lies in the pages of a book?

In this episode, Larry Sprung chats with the remarkable 13-year-old E Train, the Founder and CEO of E Train Talks.

E Train has turned his lifelong love of books into a movement to combat 'book deserts'—areas where books and educational resources are scarce.

Learn how this young entrepreneur has distributed thousands of diverse stories to underserved communities, and why he believes every child deserves access to books.

Larry and Eran discuss:

• The journey from book reviewing to running a nonprofit
• The impact of author interviews and how he connects with them
• The importance of discussing banned books and advocating for literacy
• Advice for young and aspiring entrepreneurs on following their passions
• And more!

Resources:

• Mitlin Financial
• The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: Larry Sprung
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Connect with E Train:

• Website: E Train Talks
• Twitter/X: @ETrainsWorld
• Instagram: @etraintalks
• Facebook: E Train's World of Books & Wonder
• E Train Talks Podcast

About our Guest:

E Train is a 13-year-old multi-award-winning literacy advocate, podcast host, book reviewer, and reading ambassador. He’s also the Founder/CEO of E Train Talks, Inc. a 501©(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending book deserts and changing the world, one read at a time!

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.

Are you ready to transform the way you think about money, health, and your true potential?

In this episode of Mitlin Money Mindset, Larry Sprung welcomes Dr. Phil Pearlman, founder of the Pearl Institute, to delve into the powerful intersections of behavioral finance and personal growth.

Discover how Dr. Pearlman’s unique insights and systems can help you redefine your financial decisions, enhance your overall well-being, and cultivate lasting joy.

They discuss:

• Dr. Pearlman's journey from clinical psychology to pioneering behavioral finance
• How to integrate mindset and self-awareness in financial and personal life
• The parallels between wealth and health, and how they impact decision-making
• Insights into creating sustainable, positive changes in your life and mindset
• Strategies like meditation and fitness to sustain joy and self-improvement
• And more!

Resources:

• Mitlin Financial
• The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: Larry Sprung
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Connect with Dr. Phil Pearlman:

• Email: ppearlman@gmail.com
• X: @ppearlman
• Website: Pearl Institute

About our Guest:

Phil launched Pearl Institute to help people live healthier, perform better, and make wise decisions. Previously, he spent years serving as an executive in both finance and media. Phil lives with his wife and two boys in Montebello, New York.

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.