Make Your Own Gear (MYOG)

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Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors

Unexpected Hobbies

36 episodes

4 days ago

Hi, I’m Brian, a financial advisor with an unexpected hobby: building custom pinball machines. Join me as I interview fellow financial advisors who have their own unexpected hobbies. Discover how these passions influence their careers, personal growth, and even business opportunities. Tune in to see the fascinating side of financial advisors beyond the office and maybe learn about a new hobby for you to try. Are you (or do you know) a financial advisor with an unexpected hobby that should be interviewed? Nominate them at UnexpectedHobbies.com.

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Make Your Own Gear (MYOG) - Heath Jackson

Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors

41 minutes 13 seconds

11 months ago

Make Your Own Gear (MYOG) - Heath Jackson

Crafting Custom Gear and the MYOG hobby with Heath Jackson. Heath Jackson, a CFP® professional and founder of TruGrowth Consulting, discusses his unique hobby of making his own gear on the 'Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors' podcast. Hosted by Brian Wright and Joshua Walker, the episode delves into Heath's journey of creating custom tents, leather goods, and clothing modifications. Jackson shares his challenges and triumphs with different sewing machines, emphasizing the importance of using metal over plastic components and finding the right vintage models. The conversation also touches on the integration of his hobby with his family life and professional work, offering insights into his bespoke approach to both gear making and financial consulting. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:38 Meet Heath Jackson: Financial Planner and Gear Maker 01:08 Diving into Gear Making 01:36 The Tent Making Journey 03:23 Challenges and Triumphs in Gear Making 05:27 The Sewing Machine Saga 11:15 Building a Community and Sharing Knowledge 19:26 The Economics of Sewing Machines 21:07 Balancing Hobbies and Family Life 22:40 Fishing Adventures and Custom Gear 24:59 Father-Daughter Fashion Fixes 26:03 Client Problem Solving and Bespoke Creations 28:40 Challenges and Joys of Sewing 31:16 Balancing Hobbies and Family Life 33:23 Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Sewists 35:29 Family Heirlooms and Sentimental Projects 36:52 Finding Heath's Work Online 38:57 Podcast Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts To find out more about Heath - TruGrowth Consulting:

https://trulearning.trugrowth.consulting/trugrowth-consulting-home

77GearCo:

https://vsm.diy.myog.77gearco.com/