Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast 2.0

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Interviewing high performers and people that have struggled through difficulties and still came out on top.. These people will inspire you to hit all your goals and live the life you desire. Definitely needed for those interested in self help like myself. Please listen,subscribe,share and leave a comment thank you 🙏

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September 10, 20261 hr 7 min

How To Buy Back Your Time With George Rivera

WHAT IF THE BUSINESS YOU BUILT TO GIVE YOU FREEDOM… IS ACTUALLY STEALING YOUR LIFE? On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and creator of the Buy Back Time Formula, George Rivera, to talk about something every entrepreneur, leader, and high achiever needs to hear. George spent nearly 30 years building businesses, including multiple eight-figure companies and a supplement business that generated more than $250 MILLION. But success came with a price. Long hours. Stress. Exhaustion. And precious moments with his family he could never get back. Then his father gave him a message that changed everything: “Don’t miss Leo’s games.” That wake-up call forced George to redefine what SUCCESS really means. Today, he teaches entrepreneurs how to stop being the bottleneck, eliminate low-value work, automate what they can, delegate outcomes instead of just tasks, and build systems that allow the business to grow WITHOUT sacrificing their health, family, or life. Because you can always make another dollar. You cannot make another minute. If your business owns YOU instead of you owning your business, this conversation could change the way you work, and the way you live. 🎙️ Listen now. Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, share this episode with an entrepreneur who needs it, and start BUYING BACK YOUR TIME. Your family doesn’t need more of your money. They need more of YOU. Thank You To Our Sponsors At Veteran Pride Woodworks Makers of The Best Honors Boxes #Business #Success #Family

September 3, 202645 min

How To Take Your Business To The Next Level With Chris Larsen

HOW DO YOU TAKE YOUR BUSINESS, INCOME, AND LIFE TO THE NEXT LEVEL? On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, Richard Kaufman sits down with Chris Larsen, founder of Next-Level Income, to talk about what it really takes to stop thinking small, build wealth, create financial freedom, and take your business to the NEXT LEVEL. Chris isn’t teaching theory. He bought his first rental property at just 21 years old while attending Virginia Tech and has spent more than two decades investing in and managing real estate. Since 2016, he has been involved in over $1.5 BILLION in real-estate acquisitions, with experience spanning multifamily, self-storage, hotels, mobile-home parks, senior housing, private lending, distressed debt and more. Before going all-in on Next-Level Income, Chris spent 18 years in the medical-device industry. He holds a degree in Biomechanical Engineering and an MBA in Finance from Virginia Tech, and even competed as an All-American cyclist. But Chris’s story isn’t simply about making more money. It’s about creating FREEDOM. Chris achieved financial independence at a relatively young age and has made it his mission to help others understand how to make money, keep more of it, invest intelligently, and ultimately build a life where their money works for them instead of spending their entire lives working for money. In this episode, we dive into: • Taking your business to the next level Developing an entrepreneur’s mindset • Creating multiple streams of income • Building wealth through smart investing • Turning active income into long-term financial freedom • Scaling without sacrificing your entire life • Thinking bigger about your business, money, time, and future If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, veteran, leader, investor, or anyone who knows they’re capable of MORE, you need to hear this conversation. The question isn’t whether you can make more money. The question is: Can you build a business and financial life that gives you more FREEDOM? 🎧 Watch or listen now. 👉 Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast 👉 Share this episode with an entrepreneur who needs to hear it 👉 Follow Vertical Momentum for more conversations about resilience, entrepreneurship, leadership, wealth, and building your next chapter. Stop settling for the level you’re on. It’s time to go to the NEXT LEVEL. To Get In Touch With Chris http://www.nextlevelincome.com Thank You To Our Sponsors At Summit Plaza Gnc 370 West Pleasantview Ave Hackensack New Jersey 07031

August 27, 202637 min

Private Money: His Bank Said NO, Then He Raised $2.15 MILLION with Jay Conner

THE BANK SAID NO, SO HE FOUND $2.15 MILLION SOMEWHERE ELSE. What happens when you have real estate deals ready to close…and suddenly the bank cuts you off? You find another way. On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with Jay Conner, The Private Money Authority, a real estate investor who has been buying and selling homes since 2003. When Jay’s bank abruptly shut down his funding in 2009, he could have walked away. Instead, that setback changed the trajectory of his business. Jay developed a completely different approach to funding real estate. His first private lender committed $250,000, and within months, Jay had raised $2.15 MILLION in private money. In this episode, we dive into: • What private money really is • Why private money and hard money are NOT the same thing • How Jay finds people willing to fund real estate deals • How investors can stop depending solely on traditional banks • How relationships can become one of your greatest sources of capital • Why you may be closer to funding your next deal than you think • How one massive setback became the catalyst for Jay’s entire business If you’ve ever said… “I found the deal, but I don’t have the money.” You NEED to hear this conversation. Because sometimes the biggest thing standing between you and the next level isn’t finding the opportunity. It’s knowing where to find the money. 🎙️ Listen to my conversation with Jay Conner , The Private Money Authority. Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, share this episode with a real estate investor who needs to hear it, and remember: when one door closes, sometimes it’s forcing you to build a better one. #PrivateMoney #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateFunding

August 20, 202651 min

The Social Security MISTAKE That Could Cost You BIG ! With Russ Gaiser & Mike Hoeflich

ARE YOU MAKING A SIX-FIGURE SOCIAL SECURITY MISTAKE? 💰 Most Americans spend decades building their retirement, but one Social Security decision could impact their income for the rest of their lives. On this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with Social Security experts Russ Gaiser, CFP®, CSSCS®, MBA, and Mike Hoeflich, MBA, M.Ed, CSSCS®, CLTC®, co-founders of Retirement Income Headquarters of America and authors of the #1 Amazon bestseller Beyond Break Even: The Essential Guide to Social Security Optimization . Russ and Mike challenge the traditional question of “When will I break even?” and reveal why Social Security needs to be considered as part of your entire retirement strategy. We talk about: 🔥 Why claiming Social Security at the wrong time can have lifelong consequences 🔥 Why the traditional “break-even” calculation may not tell the whole story 🔥 How taxes, inflation and longevity can change your retirement equation 🔥 Why married couples need to think about spousal AND survivor benefits 🔥 How Social Security can work alongside your investments and retirement income 🔥 Why protecting the surviving spouse should be part of the conversation 🔥 How smarter planning today can potentially protect more of the wealth you’ve spent a lifetime building You may only get one shot at making one of the biggest financial decisions of your retirement. Make it an educated one. If you’re approaching retirement, or you have parents, friends or family members who are, this is an episode you need to hear and SHARE. 🎧 Listen now. 📲 Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast. ♻️ Share this episode with someone preparing for retirement. Don’t just retire. Retire with a PLAN. To Get Their Amazing Book 📖 https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Break-Even-Essential-Optimization/dp/B0DS65548V Thank You To Our Sponsors. Summit Plaza Gnc 370 West Pleasantview Av Hackensack New Jersey 201-343-4033 Celsius Energy For Keeping Me Healthy And Focused All Day. #SocialSecurity #RetirementPlanning #RetirementIncome

August 5, 202623 min

Operation K9 Beethoven (Why Get A Service Dog) With Brian Reyngoudt

🐾 They Rescue Dogs. They Save Heroes. | Brian Reyngoudt | Operation K9 Beethoven What happens when you rescue a dog… and that dog rescues a veteran right back? In this unforgettable episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, Richard Kaufman sits down with Brian Reyngoudt, Co-Founder and Vice President of Operation K9 Beethoven, a nonprofit on a mission to restore hope to veterans and first responders living with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and the invisible wounds of service. Brian’s passion for serving the military community was inspired in part by his father, a three-time Purple Heart recipient, and has become a lifelong mission of helping veterans “one paw at a time.” Operation K9 Beethoven doesn’t just train service dogs, they rescue dogs from shelters and pair them with veterans at no cost, creating life-changing partnerships that give both the veteran and the dog a second chance. Every service dog is matched, trained, and sent home with everything needed to succeed, from a service vest to food, bedding, toys, and more. The organization also brings comfort into veterans’ homes, hospitals, schools, and rehabilitation centers through its therapy dog program. During this powerful conversation, Brian shares: 🐕 Why a service dog can be life-changing for someone living with PTSD. 🇺🇸 The inspiring story behind Operation K9 Beethoven. ❤️ How rescued shelter dogs become highly trained psychiatric service dogs. 💪 Why purpose, compassion, and community are essential to healing. 🌎 How every listener can help save both veterans and rescue dogs. This episode is a moving reminder that healing doesn’t always come through words. Sometimes, it arrives with four paws, unconditional love, and a wagging tail. 🎙️ If you believe no veteran should fight their battles alone, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. 👉 Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, share this episode with someone who needs hope, and visit Operation K9 Beethoven to learn how you can donate, volunteer, sponsor a service dog, or apply for assistance. Together, we can continue helping our heroes, one paw at a time. #ServiceDogs #VeteranSupport #PTSDAwareness

July 30, 202658 min

How To “TELL A BETTER STORY” With Jim Burgoon

What if the story you’ve been telling yourself is the very thing holding you back? In this unforgettable episode of the Vertical Momentum Podcast, I sit down with military veteran, certified leadership coach, author, and host of The Unshakable Life Podcast, Jim Burgoon, to discuss his powerful new book, Tell a Better Story. Jim shares how he overcame childhood trauma, complex PTSD, devastating loss, burnout, and limiting beliefs to discover a life built on truth, resilience, faith, and purpose, not the lies of his past. Together, we dive deep into leadership, identity, healing, and how rewriting your internal story can completely transform your future. If you’re ready to stop letting your past define your future and start living the life you were created for, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Podcast, leave a review, share this episode with someone who needs hope, and visit http://VerticalMomentumResiliencyPodcast.com for more conversations that help you turn setbacks into comebacks. To Get Jim’s New Book 📖 Click Here https://www.amazon.com/Tell-Better-Story-Holding-Created/dp/B0H2PDJ1XD Thank You To Our Sponsors At Summit Plaza Gnc Hackensack New Jersey 07601 201-343-4033 For Keeping People Healthy Everyday. #Faith #FaithOverFear #SelfDevelopment

July 23, 202654 min

How To “BUY YOUR FREEDOM” With Author Sterling Seizert

Can you really buy your freedom instead of waiting decades to retire? In this eye-opening episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, Richard Kaufman sits down with Sterling Seizert—former U.S. Army Green Beret Intelligence Sergeant, entrepreneur, investor, and author of Buy Your Freedom. After building a portfolio worth tens of millions of dollars while still serving in the military, Sterling now teaches entrepreneurs, veterans, and everyday families how to stop trading time for money and start building true financial freedom through ownership, strategic investing, and income-producing assets. Together, they break down the mindset, systems, and actionable strategies that can help you create wealth, gain control of your future, and build a life of freedom on your terms. If you’re ready to think differently about money, retirement, and financial independence, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe, leave a review, share this episode with someone who’s ready to take control of their financial future, and visit http://VerticalMomentumResiliencyPodcast.com for more conversations that change lives. To Get Sterlings New Book https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Your-Freedom-Waiting-Retirement-ebook/dp/B0H2NSLJVZ Thank You To Our Sponsors Summit Plaza Gnc 370 West Pleasantview Ave Hackensack New Jersey 07601 201-343-4033 Project #1 Nutrition Maker Of The BEST Test Booster I Have Ever Taken. #FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #EntreapreneurMindset

July 18, 20261 hr 36 min

How To Become A High Ticket Closer With Joseph Graham

Master the Art of High-Ticket Sales with Joseph Graham What separates an average salesperson from an elite high-ticket closer? In this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, host Richard Kaufman sits down with award-winning sales leader, sales coach, and podcast host Joseph Graham to uncover the mindset, strategies, and communication skills that consistently close premium deals without relying on pressure or gimmicks. Drawing on more than two decades of enterprise sales experience, Joseph shares what it really takes to earn trust, overcome objections, build lasting relationships, and create a sales process that delivers results. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, coach, consultant, or sales professional, you’ll walk away with practical insights to help you increase your confidence, serve your clients at a higher level, and grow your revenue with integrity. In this episode, you’ll discover: The anatomy of a world-class high-ticket sales closer! How to build trust that leads to more closed deals. Proven strategies for handling objections with confidence. The psychology behind premium sales conversations. Why listening is one of the most powerful sales skills. How authenticity creates long-term clients and referrals. The habits and mindset that separate top performers from everyone else. Success in sales isn’t about convincing people to buy, it’s about understanding their problems, providing real solutions, and creating value through genuine relationships. Joseph shares the proven principles that have helped him succeed at the highest levels of enterprise sales and coaching, giving you a blueprint you can apply immediately. If you’re ready to increase your income, elevate your influence, and become the kind of salesperson people trust, this episode is for you. Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, leave a five-star review, and share this episode with an entrepreneur, sales professional, or business owner who is committed to mastering the art of high-ticket sales. For more inspiring conversations on resilience, leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, visit Vertical Momentum and join a community dedicated to helping you build a life of purpose, impact, and lasting success. To Get In Touch With Joseph http://150kconsulting.com Thank You To Our Friends At Summit Plaza Gnc And Project #1 Nutrition #HighTicketSales #SalesLeadership #SalesTraining

July 2, 202655 min

From Burnout To Purpose With Author Scott Lackey

What if burnout isn’t your breaking point… but your wake-up call? In this unforgettable episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, I sit down with Army veteran, entrepreneur, Ironman athlete, inventor, and author Scott Lackey to explore how life’s greatest setbacks can become the foundation for your greatest comeback. After serving in the military, building and losing multimillion-dollar businesses, crossing Ironman finish lines, and confronting the emptiness that success alone couldn’t fill, Scott discovered that purpose isn’t found by chasing achievement, it’s uncovered by facing the parts of yourself you’ve been avoiding. Together, we dive deep into burnout, identity, resilience, faith, discipline, leadership, and the courage it takes to rebuild your life from the inside out. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, veteran, first responder, leader, or simply someone who feels exhausted from carrying the weight of expectations, this conversation will challenge your thinking, strengthen your mindset, and remind you that your greatest gifts are often hidden inside your greatest struggles. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your purpose, this episode is your reminder that your story isn’t over, it’s just entering its most important chapter. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, leave a review, share this episode with someone who needs hope today, and visit our website for more world-class conversations designed to help you build resilience, discover purpose, and create unstoppable momentum. To Get Scott’s New Book 📖 https://share.google/P3ANQp4Fbj33lo1QN Thank You To Our Friends At Summit Plaza Gnc in Hackensack New Jersey 201-343-4033 For introducing me to the best Sports supplement line in the country Project #1 Nutrition #BurnoutRecovery #PurposeDrivenLife #Resilience

June 24, 202633 min

How To Heal Your Trauma With Lillian Eve Moore

How do you heal from trauma without letting it define the rest of your life? What if the anxiety, fear, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or emotional pain you’ve been carrying aren’t signs that you’re broken, but evidence that your nervous system has been stuck in survival mode? In this powerful episode of the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast, Richard Kaufman sits down with trauma expert, educator, and Mindlight founder Lillian Eve Moore to explore what trauma really is, how it shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and relationships, and, most importantly, how healing is possible. Together, they dive into the science of trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and practical strategies that can help you move beyond merely surviving and begin truly thriving. Whether you’re healing from childhood trauma, military service, first responder stress, abuse, grief, or life’s unexpected challenges, this conversation offers hope, insight, and actionable tools for lasting transformation. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why trauma affects every area of your life, even when you don’t realize it. How your nervous system influences your thoughts, emotions, and decisions. Practical tools to begin healing emotional wounds. The connection between resilience, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. How to stop living in survival mode and start living with purpose, peace, and confidence If you’re ready to break free from the past and create a stronger future, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast for more conversations with world-class leaders, authors, veterans, entrepreneurs, and experts who will help you build resilience, find purpose, and create unstoppable momentum ⭐ If this episode impacted you, please leave a review, share it with someone who needs hope today, and visit http://VerticalMomentumResiliencyPodcast.com for more inspiring interviews, resources, and episodes. Your past may explain you, but it does not have to define you. Your comeback starts today. To Get In Touch With Lillian lillian@lillianevemoore.com #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #Resilience