Inside the Mind of Mike Metzger | The Importance of Health, Wealth & Family Well-Being

In this episode we focus on Mike Metzger’s journey as an entrepreneur and the many facets that contributed to his success in the financial planning field. Starting his career in finance in Santa Barbara, Mike faced a nonlinear path, transitioning from working in a large bank to starting his own firm, LifePoint Financial Design – a challenging leap of faith taken without a guaranteed income. With the support of his wife and guidance from mentors and self-development books, such as Tim Ferriss's "The Four-Hour Workweek," he navigated the initial difficulties. The podcast also delves into the importance of building a strong network, balancing personal health and family well-being, and maintaining a daily routine that integrates work, health, and family priorities. Mike’s philosophy emphasizes community, vulnerability, and credibility, and the episode paints a comprehensive picture of his entrepreneurial mindset and practices.

"I think business is important. But it's never more important than your family or your health." - Mike Metzger

This week on Entrepreneur Strategies:

• Deciding to become an entrepreneur.
• Taking the leap of faith with no income.
• Important conversations Mike had with his wife and partner.
• Mentorship and guidance along the way.
• The importance of reading books.
• The importance of building a strong network.
• Personal health and family well being.
• Starting your day with a clear mind. 
• How to get started with a workout routine.

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "And at that point, I'd rather be broke than to continue doing a job that I felt like wasn't going in the right direction." - Mike Metzger
• “My workout time is non negotiable. It's every single day. There may be a new client, a prospective client that I really, really want to start working with. And they can only meet at two o'clock, I just have to be of the mindset that I can't negotiate on my health, because I'm not going to be a good business owner, I'm not going to be a good financial planner for that client, if I don't get my personal health in order.”  - Mike Metzger
• "As entrepreneurs, you have to bet on yourself, and have the confidence that you can make it work." - Mike Metzger
• "I'm very blessed that my wife was very supportive through it all, she knew I was very unhappy and she had the confidence in me that I could make it work." - Mike Metzger
• "It was about making sure this time it was going to work out and how do we both get ourselves in a position where we have a little bit more freedom and control over our lives?" - Mike Metzger

Connect with Mike:

• Lifepoint Financial Design Website
• Email Mike: [email protected]
• Mike Metzger on LinkedIn

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Lifepoint Financial Design, LLC, is registered to conduct investment advisory business in the state of California. Opinions expressed are as of the current date and subject to change without notice. This commentary is for informational purposes only and has not been tailored to suit any individual.Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.