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The Runway Decade PodcastNavigating Financial Wisdom: Quotes for Success collection of quotes—from their book and beyond—that offer meaningful lessons about personal responsibility, discipline, investing, and long-term planning. Each quote sparks discussion on how these timeless insights apply to real financial life, especially for those in their 50s preparing for retirement. From Yogi Berra to Warren Buffett, the conversation is packed with wisdom and motivation to take action and shape your future today. ⏱ Time-Stamped Show Notes & Chapters: 00:00 – Preflight Announcement & Intro to the Theme The brothers set the tone with a fun “tray tables up” nod and explain that this episode will explore favorite quotes from...2025-05-1424 min
The Runway Decade PodcastPreparing for Risks in Retirement In this episode, Bill and Pete Bush take a deep dive into the various risks associated with retirement. Drawing from their ongoing studies for the RICP (Retirement Income Certified Professional) designation, they unpack key categories of risk that can derail even the most well-thought-out retirement plans. From longevity and health concerns to market volatility and public policy shifts, they emphasize the need for proactive planning, emergency buffers, and a realistic outlook. This is not about fear—it’s about readiness. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps & Topics: 00:00 – Intro: Fasten Your Seatbelts The episode takes off with a familiar aviation metaphor a...2025-04-0420 min
The Runway Decade PodcastPlay Ball!In this episode of The Runway Decade Podcast, Bill and Pete discuss the intersection of baseball and financial planning. They explore how teamwork, coaching, and early financial education shape success, drawing insightful parallels between the sport they love and the business they live in day-to-day. From the importance of visualization and mindset to the timeless principles that stand the test of time, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for both baseball enthusiasts and financial planners alike. Key Topics: 00:01 – Introduction Bill and Pete kick off the episode with the familiar pre-flight announcement. Spring is ar...2025-02-2523 min
The Runway Decade PodcastNew Year, New FocusEpisode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] Introduction: Cleared for Takeoff The episode begins with a friendly welcome from Bill and Pete Bush. Reflecting on the transition into 2025: New beginnings, fresh plans, and the excitement (and challenges) of the New Year. [02:00] Why New Year's Resolutions Fail Pete discusses Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art and the concept of “Resistance,” the internal force that challenges personal growth and improvement. How to recognize and overcome resistance to stay committed to your goals. [04:00] Start the Year with a Financial Check-In Bill shares his habit of tracking account balanc...2025-01-0317 min
The Runway Decade PodcastYear-End MindsetIn this episode of The Runway Decade Podcast, Bill Bush and Brother Pete focus on the importance of adopting the right mindset as the year ends. They emphasize actionable steps for financial planning, highlight key year-end deadlines, and discuss how proactive health and financial practices overlap. Reflecting on their personal experiences and the importance of gratitude, they guide listeners on how to approach 2025 with clarity and intention. Key Discussion Points 00:00 – Introduction to the Runway Decade Podcast Bill kicks off the episode with a signature aviation-themed welcome. Reflection on the passage of time and its re...2024-12-0523 minThe Runway Decade PodcastThe Road DivergesIntroduction Hosts Bill and Pete Bush dive into a thought-provoking discussion about a pivotal moment in every financial journey where "the road diverges." This episode explores the crucial choice people face when determining their financial future—one path leading to confidence, success, and security, while the other leads to regret and missed opportunities. Bill and Pete share insights on why some struggle to choose the more secure path and how to build momentum toward financial confidence. Episode Highlights · [00:22] The Diverging Path Bill and Pete explore the concept that, at some point in every financial jo...2024-11-0724 min
The Runway Decade PodcastTaking Action!In this episode of The Runway Decade, Bill and Pete dive into the crucial topic of taking action in financial planning. They emphasize the importance of creating an actionable checklist and how an accountability partner can help keep you on track. The discussion highlights the psychological concept of visualizing your future self and its impact on your current financial decisions. Throughout the episode, Bill and Pete stress that planning without implementation is meaningless and that financial progress comes from adapting your plans to life's changing circumstances. They encourage listeners to take the first step, no matter how small, to...2024-10-0318 minThe Runway Decade PodcastWays To Get ThereSummary: In this episode of The Runway Decade Podcast, Bill and Pete Bush of Horizon Financial Group and authors of the book The Runway Decade, discuss the various strategies and financial vehicles available to help you achieve your retirement goals. They dive into the importance of planning for a potentially lengthy retirement, managing risk versus volatility, and the significance of having the right tools to ensure financial success. Key Topics Discussed: [00:00] Planning for Retirement: Funding Your Desired Lifestyle Understanding where you are now and where you want to go. The importance o...2024-09-0425 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWhat's Working? What's Not? In this episode of the Runway Decade Podcast, hosts Bill Bush and Brother Pete delve into the intricacies of managing finances as you approach the later stages of your career, emphasizing the common financial planning mistakes and how to correct them. Through engaging discussions and a client story, they explore the importance of auditing your financial health, the role of a financial advisor, and practical strategies for maximizing retirement savings and investment performance. Episode Highlights · 00:00:02 - The episode kicks off with an exciting announcement that the Runway Decade podcast is ready for takeoff...2024-08-0123 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWhere Are You Now?In this insightful episode of The Runway Decade Podcast, hosts Bill and Pete delve into understanding your current financial situation as a foundational step towards achieving your future goals. They underscore the importance of awareness in financial planning, examining the significance of knowing where you are before you can determine where you're going. Through a candid discussion, they explore practical strategies for organizing financial documents, assessing financial health, and outlining a path for future financial success. Episode Highlights: 00:07: The episode kicks off with an introduction to the podcast's central theme focused on the importance of b...2024-07-0217 min
The Runway Decade PodcastDeveloping Your Retirement VisionIn this engaging episode of the Runway Decade Podcast, Bill Bush and Brother Pete delve into their journey since the release of their book, "The Runway Decade," reflecting on how quickly time has flown and the importance of planning for retirement. They explore the crucial first steps in retirement planning, emphasizing the power of envisioning a clear and compelling retirement vision, and offer practical advice on making this vision a reality. The dialogue is rich with anecdotes, insights, and a deep dive into the strategies for achieving a fulfilling retirement. Episode Highlights: - **00:00:23** Bill Bush...2024-06-0519 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWhat's in Your Way?In this episode of the Runway Decade Podcast, co-hosts Bill Bush and Brother Pete embark on a deep dive into the common hurdles people face as they approach retirement, emphasizing the critical issues of procrastination, financial fears, and organizational challenges. They share personal stories, provide practical advice, and interview specialists to explore solutions for overcoming these obstacles and making progress towards secure retirement planning. Episode Highlights **00:00:02**: The podcast kicks off with a vivid flight-themed introduction, setting the stage for a conversation aimed at navigating the journey towards retirement. The hosts highlight the importance of preparation and anti...2024-04-3017 min
The Runway Decade PodcastLong-Term Investing and Elections In this episode of the Runway Decade Podcast, hosts Bill Bush and Brother Pete delve into a variety of intriguing topics ranging from personal anecdotes about their recent feature in Cigar Aficionado Magazine to detailed insights on investment strategies, particularly in the face of a presidential election year. Their discussion transcends the excitement surrounding the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, extending to the significance of maintaining a diversified investment portfolio and the impact of election cycles on market performance. Episode Highlights: **00:00:02**: Bill offers a lively introduction to the episode, emphasizing th...2024-03-2520 min
The Runway Decade PodcastTax Time & Spring Cleaning In February's episode of the Runway Decade Podcast, hosts Bill Bush and Brother Bill Bush delve into the intricate world of taxes, particularly focusing on the importance of tax planning for the upcoming season and strategic approaches to retirement. They discuss the timing and strategies for IRA and HSA contributions, the significance of Roth conversions, and the value of tax diversification in retirement accounts. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of tax-efficiency and retirement planning. Episode Highlights: · 00:00:02- The episode kicks off with a standard safety briefing metaphor suggesting the episode...2024-02-2719 min
The Runway Decade PodcastIs This The Year? On today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group discuss the new year, the excitement for growth at Horizon Financial, and the critical importance for individuals turning 50 to consider comprehensive financial planning. Episode Highlights: · 01:40: The discussion focuses on the positive outcomes for Horizon Financial Group and its clients in the previous year. They express anticipation for the growth and opportunities in the new year. · 02:51: The hosts talk about to the move into a new building in 2023, where Bill reflects on the significance of...2024-01-1719 min
The Runway Decade PodcastYour Year-End Financial Checklist On today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group discuss their recent move to a new building and reflect on the 18 years spent in the previous one. They highlight the excitement of settling into a new studio and navigating the unfamiliar surroundings. As the year comes to a close, they emphasize the significance of the year-end financial planning webinar Bill conducted in November. Bill mentions a checklist from the webinar, available on the Runway Decade website and Horizon site, which covers crucial opportunities and considerations at the close...2023-12-1125 min
The Runway Decade PodcastDisruptions, Transitions, & a Financial Sweet SpotOn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are typically co-located for the podcast, this episode finds them connecting remotely via Zoom. The reason for their remote setup is not due to the common reasons of the past few years, hinting at the global pandemic, but rather a disruption in their usual operations. The hosts discuss the real reason behind their remote work situation. Their regular recording location has been infested with termites, causing significant damage that was worse than initially anticipated. Episode H...2023-10-2417 min
The Runway Decade PodcastReunions, Time Machines, and Hootie On today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk about Bill's recent weekend, where he celebrated his 40th high school reunion at Bellaire High School. The reunion was a combination of the classes of 1981, 1982, and 1983 due to the pandemic. Episode Highlights · 02:08: Pete mentions how the past is also somewhat "made-up" because people select specific memories to keep and leave others behind. He notes that high school graduation is one of those monumental moments in life that leaves a significant mark. 2023-09-0617 min
The Runway Decade PodcastBusiness Leaders and CYA On today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group have decided not to have a guest and instead engage in a conversation with each other, reflecting on their journey and possibly discussing future plans. They mention having gained publicity through national magazines, open houses, and book signings, which improved distribution. Episode Highlights · 01:29: Bill and Pete reflect on the past year and the amount of content they have produced. They express curiosity about where their endeavors will lead in the future. · ...2023-08-0921 min
The Runway Decade PodcastSongs of Survivors with David St. RomainOn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are going to talk to David St. Romain. He reflects on how his current work with veterans was a result of a personal journey and a higher calling. Episode Highlights § 01:06: David St. Romain's participated in the TV show "Nashville Star" in 2007, where he finished third and gained national attention. § 02:00: David talks about facing a financial setback due to a declined grant for his non-profit organization, which serves military veterans through song writi...2023-07-1735 min
The Runway Decade PodcastAlways in ActionOn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are going to talk to Ray Castle, who has had one retirement already and is currently on the runway. They mention that Ray is known in the medical training world and has a diverse background that they were not aware of. Pete and Bill express their excitement about getting to know Ray's story better and believe that the listeners will enjoy it as well. Episode Highlights · 01:52: Ray Castle mentions that in addition to...2023-06-1455 min
The Runway Decade PodcastPaging Dr. Davis! In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk to Dr. Mike Davis; who is with CVT Surgical Center in Baton Rouge. He is a vascular surgeon. Dr. Davis talks about his craft, how he got into medicine, as well as his life in his 50s. Episode Highlights · 02:44: Mike talks about his childhood and from where he completed his education. He shares how he completed his general surgery and vascular training. · 03:42: Mike reveals what happened that motivated him to gravitate tow...2023-05-2431 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWe're Our Own Guests-Pt. 2In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, are going to talk to each other. This is the part of the series where they tell more of their story. Episode Highlights · 00:49: Pete had no idea when he came out of LSU playing baseball that he’d be in this business. He met a guy in the investment business, and he talked about coming to work for him, and around 1991, that was his entrance into this financial services career. · 02:11: People always ask Pete, why...2023-05-0827 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWe're Our Own Guests-Pt. 1 In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, are going to talk to each other. For this episode, Bill and Pete thought it would be great for them to tell more of their story. Episode Highlights · 02:56: Pete was five years when then moved across the river, down across the Ohio River, down on the Indiana side, into a little farm town called Elizabeth IN. · 03:35: It was a 40 acre farm, Pete and his family were living on, and it was kind of nestled up o...2023-04-1823 min
The Runway Decade PodcastThe Intersection of Health and WealthIn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are talking to Dr. Curtis Chastain. He runs the Our Lady of the Lake Executive Wellness Program, the Men’s Health Program there. Bill and Pete have appeared with him at some events. Dr. Chastain is very entrepreneurial for a person in medical practice, and he has an interesting side gig. Episode Highlights · 02:57: As per Pete, if you have your health, you have friends, and you have enough money to sustain basic living...2023-04-0542 min
The Runway Decade PodcastLights, Camera...Action! In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk with Michael Papajohn, a former LSU baseball player who over the last 36 years has appeared in numerous Hollywood productions. He talks about his wonderful journey as a stuntman and actor. Episode Highlights · 01:18: Bill and Pete talk about their upcoming book signing event. · 01:48: If people want to bring the book they already bought or buy one there and have them sign it, there will be food and drink and it will be awesome.2023-03-2054 min
The Runway Decade PodcastAuthor, Speaker...Tiger!In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are chatting with Paul Hood. He is going to talk about trust, estates, and wills. He is also going to talk about business valuations for those owners. Episode Highlights · 04.31: Paul is a Louisiana guy, despite being in Ohio right now he grew up in Alexandria, LA. He talks about the early days and his experience of growing up in Alexandria, right in the middle of the state. · 05.33: The thing that Paul noticed as a kid li...2023-03-0335 min
The Runway Decade PodcastEpic! In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk to Justin Breen, a best-selling author and a guy who is helping other people lift their voices and their stories around the globe. Episode Highlights · 2.34; Justin shares his career journey and how he became an entrepreneur. · 5.45: Justin went to the University of Illinois, grew up in the Chicago area, lived 2 miles South of where he grew up. · 06.54: Justin talks about his journey as a journalist, and he shares about...2023-02-1633 min
The Runway Decade PodcastLooking Back and Finding My "Why"In today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk to Gene Plauche. He predominantly works in the insurance side of the business, with one of the prominent insurance companies, Concourse. Gene connects with financial advisors to help them supply financial insurance solutions for their clients. Episode Highlights 02: Gene talks about his childhood and how he grew up amidst 6 siblings. 51: Gene talks about his school and university days and later how he came to know about the financial service business. 00: Gene shares how he was...2023-02-0230 min
The Runway Decade PodcastThat Championship FeelingOn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk to two-time NCAA baseball coach of the year Mike Bianco. He is the head coach Ole Miss, the reigning College World Series Champs, and reached the pinnacle of his sport and career by winning the national championship. Episode Highlights 2:47: Mike is fortunate to do what he does as a baseball coach and works with young people in intercollegiate athletics, and when you go to work, there are thousands of peo...2023-01-1849 min
The Runway Decade PodcastEmpowering Entrepreneurs via Coaching & InnovationIn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk to Colleen Bowler. She is an entrepreneur, an author, a very successful financial advisor and has now transitioned into another entrepreneurial endeavor. She also has coached many financial advisors and has developed a unique business to further help advisors reach other people and help other people. Episode Highlights 3:09: Colleen and Pete had known each other since 2008. On the side, she had been to the program called Strategic Coach, which is a coaching program f...2023-01-0333 min
The Runway Decade PodcastFulfillment by Supporting & Leading OthersIn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are talking with Brett Harrison, the CEO of Cetera Advisors. Brett began his career in Georgia with a predecessor firm to Cetera, and he has had a very successful career in financial services. Episode Highlights 3.29: Brett started as a CPA out of College in Georgia, in Atlanta. He learned quickly and he didn't like having to be perfect all the time, nor be a historian because it was a little bit restrictive for him...2022-12-1632 min
The Runway Decade PodcastHelping Neighbors and the Community GrowIn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast," hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are talking with Steve Webb, Chief Executive Officer at Neighbors Federal Credit Union. Episode Highlights 06.00: Steve talks about the growth of Neighbors Federal Credit Union. How he has watched its growth from $68 million to $1.3 billion. 07.13: Steve talks about the acquisition game that they got into. It's about a decade ago they did one acquisition. But most of their growth was organic and acquisition was about $45 million. 11.03: Steve explains how their entire model of business i...2022-11-2939 min
The Runway Decade PodcastAn Early Vote of ConfidenceIn today's episode of the "The Runway Decade Podcast", hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are talking with Pat Cuntz, a successful business leader in Baton Rouge. He was baseball player at LSU before he became a successful business owner. Episode Highlights 30: Pat met Pete somewhere between 1985-1986. Pete was a freshman the year after Pat had finished playing baseball. Pat was hanging around, finishing school and the two got to be friends… and ended up living together for a little bit. 18: Pat's first year in baseball at LSU was...2022-11-0834 min
The Runway Decade PodcastSeven Days That Changed EverythingIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group are talking with Angela Decoteau, a mom, and a great family person. who had a transformation in her 50s. Angela talks about her close family in South Louisiana, how she got interested in going to law school, then how she transitioned to being a lawyer in trust and estate planning. Angela also talks about her family story, which gave her the incentive to go into this profession and follow down that path. Episode Highlights 02:3...2022-10-1940 min
The Runway Decade PodcastA Funny Thing Happened on the Way to My Mid 50sIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk with guest Gloria McConnell about the new things she is embracing in her 50s. Episode Highlights 02:28 – Bill introduces the guest. 04:30 – Gloria shares a story behind her nickname, and how her nickname was born. 06:12 – Gloria tells a little bit about her upbringing. 08:35 – Baton Rouge was close to the family so when she moved back to Baton Rouge, she got a job as the HR Director for Tony seafood, says Gloria. 10:10 – Gloria always wanted to be a teacher and...2022-10-0536 min
The Runway Decade PodcastEstate Planning on the RunwayIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast” hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group speak with guest Sharon Whitlow, an Attorney, and Partner at Whitlow & Simmons Law firm. She talks about her professional journey, and how she dealt with both simultaneously, her legal work and kids. Episode Highlights 01:10 – Sharon talks about her journey of how she reached where she is right now. 03:00 – When Sharon’s second child was diagnosed with Autism that changed the dynamic resulting in working very little in legal practice for a few years while raising...2022-09-2127 min
The Runway Decade PodcastHelping Others Achieve Their PurposeIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest Jennifer Hicks, Financial Advisor out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. They talk about the important things in Jennifer’s life during her 50s being a grandparent now, and what joy that brings. Jennifer also talks about how she and her team have a passion for helping clients with unique financial needs. Episode Highlights 02:25 – Jennifer talks a little bit about her upbringing, her family, and how she is a Midwestern girl who grew up in So...2022-09-0629 min
The Runway Decade PodcastThe Goal is 110 ! with Erinn FordIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest Erinn Ford, Executive Vice President of Advisory Engagement at Advisor Group, Seattle, Washington. Erinn is a big-time leader and she has a passion for helping advisors, clients, and young people, especially young women, being the mother of two young women herself. Bill and Pete also talked to her about life in her 50s and the mindset changes she's going through. Episode Highlights 01:00 – Bill mentions that recently Erinn was named amongst the 21 peop...2022-08-2435 min
The Runway Decade PodcastCareer, Community & Finance with Jesse HurstIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest Jesse Hurst, founder of Impel Wealth Management. Jesse shares about his career journey as a Financial Planner, and how he is serving the community. He also talks about his life in his 50s. Episode Highlights 01:34 – Bill asks Jesse what was it about finance and financial planning that really got him interested. 03:00 – Jesse says, when he was 11 years old, he told his dad that he wanted a 10-speed bike, and his dad told him...2022-08-1038 min
The Runway Decade PodcastFeeling Great at 58! with Julio MelaraIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group speak with guest Julio Melara, Business Leader, Speaker, Author, & Publisher. Julio talks about his survival story, the way he grew up, and how he hit the chapters of success. Episode Highlights 01:57 – Pete enquires from Julio that since he wasn’t born as a publisher, so, how did it start for him? 03:43 – Julio shares about the beginning of his journey. 05:06 – Bill asks Julio, what did he take away from sports that have helped him in his business...2022-07-2831 min
The Runway Decade PodcastProtecting & Leaving a Legacy with Mark FryIn this episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group talk with guest Mark Fry, Trust Estate and Business Law Attorney with Phelps Dunbar. Mark shares how he got into the trusts and estates world as an attorney and discusses things that he is experiencing in his 50s. Episode Highlights 01:47 – Mark shares his background. 04:21 – Mark’s practice is about helping people, and keeping their assets to the fullest extent possible within their family in their lives. 06:29 – Seeing that advice not just be accepted in a positive way...2022-07-1447 min
The Runway Decade PodcastThey Call Me PoppiIn today’s episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest Tom Bouchie, who shares about his career journey, his life in the ’50s, and his retirement plans. Episode Highlights 01:00 – Tom works for ‘Novo Nordisk’ he's worked there for 17 years as a Senior Diabetes Specialist. He's also a Councilman in ‘Pineville Louisiana’. 04:57 – Bill enquires, when did Tom first get interested in the broadcasting kind of thing? 06:32 – Bill asks Tom if his first job out of college was broadcasting. 08:12 – Tom says, the greatest thing was...2022-06-3040 min
The Runway Decade PodcastA Rising Star Realtor on The RunwayIn this episode of the “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest Joanie Montelaro, a REMAX Professional and recipient of the Rising Star of the Year award. They discuss Joanie’s professional journey into the real estate profession, her in 50s, and her retirement plans. Episode Highlights 02:35 – Joanie says that she ultimately ended up in banking as a career and loved it, did it for years, and worked her way up. 04:40 – Joanie mentions that God has blessed her with good mentors in her path, e...2022-06-0824 min
The Runway Decade PodcastA Chat with a Marketing ProIn today’s episode of “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group, talk with guest, Susan Theder - Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at FMG Suite. She talks about how she is helping financial advisors who are in their 50s and marketing their businesses and how she is helping the advisors build their brand. Episode Highlights 01:59 –Pete enquires, what Susan was thinking when she was going for a History degree at that time. 03:08 – What was your sport as you were an athlete, enquires Bill. 04:03 – Bill asks, what stood out a...2022-05-1724 min
The Runway Decade PodcastBusiness Colleagues on the RunwayIn this episode of “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts and brothers Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group; talk with guests Todd Barlow and Chris King (entrepreneurs and Business Colleagues) about their early life and their entrepreneurial journey in their 50s.. Episode Highlights 00:48 – Pete shares, both guests are his buddies and they both are entrepreneurs, but they also collaborate in business together in different ways. 01:39 – Bill asks Todd about his early life like where was he born and where he grew up. 03:13 – Chris talks about his early days. 05:06 – Bill asks Todd about his successes and failures along...2022-05-0236 min
The Runway Decade PodcastWelcome to the Runway DecadeIn this inaugural episode of “The Runway Decade Podcast”, hosts and brothers Bill Bush and Pete Bush, advisors at Horizon Financial Group; launch this new podcast where they specifically talk about people in their 50s. This podcast primarily addresses several topics related to ‘Life in Your 50s’. It not only touches the financial part of it while you are about to retire, but also the other relevant issues like lifestyle, health and caring for elderly parents and kids segments. The podcast aims at helping you to retire with confidence and retire with the ability to have the...2022-04-0815 min
The Confident Advisor Practice PodcastAlways Be LearningThis episode of The Confident Advisor Practice Podcast with Bill Bush and Chad Soileau of the Horizon Financial Group covers about how to build better clients by investing in continual learning. Episode Highlights: 1:09 - Chad talks about when he was a junior advisor, and he watched the film GlenGarry Glen Ross 2:00 - Chad says the blog is about being a better student at your profession, and getting better at what you are doing, so you’ll close more business. 2:32 - Where do you start on the concept of ‘Always be learning?’ 3:24 - Designat...2019-10-3117 min
The Confident Wealth PodcastAll About Retirement Plans with Andy BushAll About Retirement Plans with Andy Bush Summary: The hosts of The Confident Wealth podcast Bill Bush and Peter Bush open up this episode to the topic of retirement plans with Andy Bush – the head of the retirement plan division of Horizon Financial Group. The three Bush brothers discuss the important retirement plan designations that advisors should equip themselves with. They also talk about the six steps of “The 401k Confidence System” and the eight steps of “The 401(k)onfidence Scorecard” that were both created internally at Horizon Financial Group. Time Stamped Show Notes...2018-03-0100 min