From Busy to Rich

E 195 - Nobody's Shooting at Me Today | Justin Lakin's Story Part 1

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with his business partner and co-host, Justin Lakin, for a conversation about adversity, faith, leadership, and the experiences that shaped his journey. Justin shares stories from his time as a Green Beret, lessons learned through loss and hardship, and how coachability, resilience, and strong relationships have guided him through every season of life. This episode is especially powerful for anyone navigating a difficult chapter and looking for perspective, purpose, and encouragement to keep moving forward. IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER * What Justin learned from serving as a Green Beret * Surviving hardship, loss, and uncertainty with faith and perspective * Why adversity often becomes our greatest teacher * The role coachability and strong relationships play in success * How to keep moving forward when life brings you to your knees

E 194 - Building Freedom Instead of Building Walls with Garrett Gunderson

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with bestselling author and entrepreneur Garrett Gunderson for a powerful conversation about fear, scarcity, growth, and the financial prisons people unknowingly build for themselves. Garrett shares the mindset shifts that changed his life, business, and relationships — and why working harder is often not the answer. Together, Wes and Garrett unpack what it really takes to build a rich life: vision, mentorship, uncomfortable growth, and learning to stop letting fear dictate your future. IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER * Scarcity thinking vs abundance thinking * The “financial prison” Garrett unknowingly created * Why growth always feels uncomfortable at first * How mentors and coaches change your trajectory * The importance of vision and relationships * What to do when life knocks you down * Building a life by design instead of default Explore Wes’s book: Beautiful Savage [https://a.co/d/04rCwkaO] Connect with us: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/frombusytorich/] * X [https://x.com/FromBusyToRich] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581284729763] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/from-busy-to-rich/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FromBusyToRich]  Connect with Garrett:  * Instagram [http://instagram.com/garrettbgunderson] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/garrettbgunderson/] * Website [https://garrettgunderson.com/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-gunderson-651359b3] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@GarrettGundersonTV]

E 193 - From Burned Out to Built Different with Gordon Parker

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with Heritage Business Strategies founder and longtime friend Gordon Parker for an honest conversation about reinvention, ego, growth, and building a business by design instead of default. After more than three decades in the financial industry, Gordon reached a point where success no longer felt fulfilling. He wasn’t looking to quit — he was looking for a better way to work, lead, and live. Together, Wes and Gordon unpack the emotional and practical realities of changing your business model later in your career, letting go of control, building a team, and rediscovering enjoyment in the work again. This episode is especially powerful for advisors and entrepreneurs who know something needs to change — but haven’t given themselves permission to do it yet. IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER * Why success can still leave you feeling stuck * The danger of building a business entirely around yourself * How ego quietly prevents growth and transformation * Why systems, teams, and structure create freedom The difference between retiring from something vs retiring to something 📚Explore the book: Beautiful Savage [https://a.co/d/04rCwkaO] 🎧Listen on Apple Podcasts: HERE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-busy-to-rich/id1648371425] 🔊Stream on Spotify: HERE [https://open.spotify.com/show/4LmQBKrjbfAjv5A3UBTkmm] 📺 Watch on YouTube: HERE [https://youtu.be/iztIc6JmwxY] Connect with us! * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/frombusytorich/] * X [https://x.com/FromBusyToRich] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581284729763] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/from-busy-to-rich/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FromBusyToRich]  * Wes Young Live Website [https://www.wesyounglive.com/]  Have questions? Feel free to submit them here! [https://www.wesyounglive.com/submit-podcast-question]

E 192 - Stop Waiting for Permission with Jon Acuff

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with bestselling author Jon Acuff for a conversation on procrastination, growth, permission, and how to stop holding yourself back from the life you actually want. Jon breaks down why procrastination isn’t a willpower problem (it’s a permission problem) and how the stories we tell ourselves quietly shape our future. This episode is packed with practical frameworks, mindset shifts, and powerful questions that will help you move from hesitation to action. In This Episode We Cover: * Why procrastination is often a form of self-protection * The hidden permission issues around money, success, and growth * How to “make tomorrow easy today” * The difference between dreamers, planners, hustlers, and analysts * Why desire, not discipline, is what creates lasting change Explore Wes’s book: Beautiful Savage [https://a.co/d/04rCwkaO] Explore Jon’s book: Procrastination Proof: Never Get Stuck Again [https://a.co/d/09eN0DsH] Want a free copy? Simply send an email to info@wesyounglive.com [info@wesyounglive.com] with your mailing address and request your free copy. We will be sending books to the first 20 people who reach out, so do not wait — once they are gone, the giveaway is over! Connect with us: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/frombusytorich/] * X [https://x.com/FromBusyToRich] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581284729763] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/from-busy-to-rich/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FromBusyToRich]  Connect with Jon:  * Instagram [http://instagram.com/jonacuff] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/authorjonacuff/] * Website [https://jonacuff.com/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonacuff] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@AuthorJonAcuff]

E 191 - How to Talk So People Will Listen with Dr. Randy Marshall

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes sits down with longtime mentor and communication expert Dr. Randy Marshall for a conversation on persuasion, leadership, relationships, and the power of authentic communication. Drawing from decades of experience in ministry, business, speaking, and leadership development, Randy breaks down what actually makes people trust you, connect with you, and take action. This conversation goes far beyond presentation skills—it’s about character, clarity, and learning how to genuinely move people. In This Episode We Cover: * The 3 questions every audience is asking: Can I trust you? Do you care about me? Do you know what you’re talking about? * Why communication is more about energy and authenticity than information * How stories, emotion, and simplicity create connection * Why clarity—not complexity—is the mark of great leadership