Let's be honest with each other. We all think we should get paid more for the work we're doing. Whether we actually deserve it or not is another story, but that's a topic for you and your therapist. Either way asking for a raise is hard and for most of us extremely intimidating.

The truth is learning how to negotiate your salary is one of the highest-return financial skills you can develop. A successful raise doesn't just increase your paycheck today—it can boost your lifetime earnings and accelerate your long-term financial goals. That's why we're talking about how to ask for a raise, offering some tips that will convince your boss that you're worth much more than they are paying you now.

Key Moments

• Timing Is Everything (1:45)

• Knowing Your Salary Range (3:30)

• Deciding On Your Target Salary (8:45)

• The Value Of Fringe Benefits (11:00)

• Be Cautious With Ultimatums (14:45)

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We have an absolute banger of a show for you all today. In the studio is the one and only Mikey Taylor. For those of you that don't know he's a former pro skater turned entrepreneur, and his story is almost too crazy to believe. After building a name in professional skateboarding, Mikey transitioned into business by launching and successfully selling a brewery, growing a thriving real estate investment company, and eventually stepping into public service as the mayor of his (and Brad's) hometown.

Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, real estate investing, business, leadership, personal finance, or career transitions, this conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories from someone who has successfully reinvented himself at every stage of life.

Key Moments:

• The Inspiration Behind A Savers Mentality (5:30)

• When The Entrepreneur Bug Hits (10:15)

• How To Succeed With No Experience (14:30)

• The Difficulty Of Finding A New Identity (20:30)

• The Road Into Local Politics (27:30)

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To schedule your complimentary retirement track review, head to https://onecapital.com. You can also call us at 805-409-8150.

To supersize your Mindset experience and see our lovely faces and all the cool charts and graphs we use subscribe to our YouTube Channel here: Mindset with Brad Barrett

Starting your first job is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. From learning workplace expectations and communicating with coworkers to managing your time and making a strong first impression, there are many skills that can help set you up for long-term success.

So, today were handing out some practical tips for thriving in your first job, avoiding common mistakes, and building the professional habits that employers value most.

Must Watch Moments:

• Developing A Proactive Mindset (3:45)

• Build Relationships (6:15)

• Learn To Say No (9:30)

• Don't Assume You Know Everything (13:00)

• Fun Facts About First Jobs (19:30)

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To schedule your complimentary retirement track review, head to https://onecapital.com. You can also call us at 805-409-8150.

To supersize your Mindset experience and see our lovely faces and all the cool charts and graphs we use subscribe to our YouTube Channel here: Mindset with Brad Barrett