Episode 27 - Breaking Free from Work-Centered Identity

In this episode of Beyond Budgets, host Deb Meyer is joined by exit strategist and Dream Catchers podcast host Jerome Myers to unpack the complex journey of redefining yourself after big life changes like selling a business or retiring. Together, Deb and Jerome explore the “founder's exit paradox”—the often-overlooked psychological challenges that come with moving on from a career-focused identity—and what it takes to build a fulfilling life based on who you are, not just what you do.

Jerome shares powerful insights on how to separate your self-worth from your job title, offering practical steps to discover and use transferable skills, build meaningful relationships, and keep growing in new ways post-career. This episode dives into balancing health and wealth, maintaining well-being, and finding lasting purpose beyond work. Whether you’re planning your next chapter or in the middle of a transition, this conversation is full of strategies to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and fulfillment.

Episode 18 - Turning Dreams into Reality with Values-Based Financial Planning

Making a life-changing move is never easy, especially when leaving a place you've called home. On this episode of Beyond Budgets®, I share the poignant journey my family and I are undertaking as we transition from the sunny beaches of Florida back to Missouri.

This episode also presents a comprehensive guide to values-based financial planning. We dive deep into a six-step process to help you achieve financial goals while staying true to your core values. From gathering self-knowledge and setting realistic yet ambitious goals to analyzing your financial situation and consulting a financial advisor, you'll find practical advice tailored to larger financial milestones and simpler, more immediate goals.

Whether you're contemplating a major life change or simply looking to align your finances with your deepest values, this episode offers invaluable insights and inspiration.

Episode 16 - Maximizing Your Business Exit: Retirement Planning for Small Business Owners

Unlock the secrets to a seamless business exit strategy that secures your financial future, as we journey through the pivotal steps of detaching from a business you've nurtured. With my expertise in tax compliance and succession planning, alongside insights from the Exit Planning Institute, this episode arms you with the essential knowledge to gracefully navigate the intersection of retirement and the sale of your small business. From the emotional complexities tied to parting with your enterprise to actionable tactics for aligning your fiscal ambitions with the realities of the market, I've got you covered.

Prepare to empower yourself with a skill set designed to mitigate tax repercussions and enhance your quality of life, while also understanding the critical role of a value advisor in steering your strategy. Whether you're close to retirement or seeking to align your business with your family's financial dreams, this discussion is tailored to help you step confidently into your next chapter with a team of experts guiding the way.

Episode 14 - Retirement Roadmap: Parent Edition

Unlock the secrets of blending family life with financial freedom as we journey through the ever-changing realms of retirement and financial independence. Explore the personalized paths that lead to a life where work is a choice, not a necessity, and freedom is the ultimate retirement plan.