In this episode of Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors, hosts Brian Wright and Joshua Walker interview Andy Panko, CFP®, RICP®, EA, owner of Tenon Financial. Andy shares his intriguing journey into woodworking, a hobby influenced by his father's handiwork and further fueled by his passion during college. He discusses how his woodworking interests blend with his professional life, revealing some fascinating overlaps and unique experiences, like being a contestant on HGTV's All American Handyman. This insightful discussion uncovers how Andy balances his career in financial planning with his creative endeavors in woodworking.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:48 Meet Andy Panko: Financial Advisor and Woodworking Enthusiast
01:28 The Origin of Tenon Financial
03:07 Andy’s Early Exposure to Woodworking
04:16 College Days and Woodworking Inspirations
08:20 From Hobby to Professional Consideration
11:43 Balancing Woodworking with Family and Career
15:33 Special Projects and Memorable Builds
16:50 Woodworking for Friends and Family
20:42 Dance Props and Practical Builds
23:12 Building a Treadmill Shelf
23:26 Liability Issues in Marching Band Props
24:49 Woodworking and Business Development
26:27 Favorite and Least Favorite Woods
27:45 Finishing Techniques: Paint vs. Stain
29:21 Sourcing Wood for Projects
30:22 Advice for Aspiring Woodworkers
31:23 The Temptation of Shiny New Tools
32:19 Quality Tools: When to Invest
35:30 Woodworking Conventions and Shows
37:03 The Tenon Financial Experiment
40:18 Learning Resources for Woodworking
42:07 Where to Find More About Andy Panko
43:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
