Welcome to the first official episode of It’s 4 O’Clock Somewhere, the newly rebranded happy hour conversation with my friend Marc Shaffer. Same spirit. Earlier start time. Sunglasses still strongly encouraged.

In this kickoff episode, Marc and I talk about the move from It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere to It’s 4 O’Clock Somewhere: Work, Life, and the Stories We Shouldn’t Tell, which feels right because, let’s be honest, happy hour starts earlier now.

From there, we cover a little bit of everything:

• Yankees vs. Royals and the joy of live baseball • Why Marc loved downtown baseball in Pittsburgh • Searcy Financial’s 50th anniversary celebration and strategic planning week • The importance of health, sleep, physicals, and playing the long game • What happens when new employees ask, “Why do we do it this way?” • EOS, turnover, growth, and rethinking how teams evolve • Marc’s financial advisor training in Pittsburgh around philanthropy, legacy, and family money conversations • Justin Ricklefs’ “Give a Damn” event and why caring is still one of the most underrated leadership traits • The future of The Corporate Couch, including bringing past guests back for round two

It’s business, life, community, sports, and a little “did we just say that out loud?” energy.

Pull up a chair. It’s 4 o’clock somewhere.

This episode is brought to you by Searcy Financial. Your financial future begins with a simple question: Where do you want to be? At Searcy Financial, we help successful individuals and families through our mission to simplify your financial journey, empowering you to enjoy life and wealth on your terms. The question sparks a conversation that goes beyond numbers, helping us understand what truly matters to you and the kind of financial plan that aligns with your life goals. It also allows us to identify potential challenges and opportunities so we can proactively address them. The outcome is a plan that empowers you to acquire, grow, and preserve your wealth.

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