Can money buy freedom…or are we asking the wrong question?

In this episode of The Purpose Matrix, Phil sits down with Justin Donald, the bestselling author of The Lifestyle Investor and advisor to some of the world’s most financially free people.

But this isn’t just about wealth. It’s about alignment.

Justin shares how he transitioned from being owned by his business to becoming an intentional investor, husband, and father.

We dive deep into how to design your life before default takes over, why your calendar reveals your true priorities, and how to set goals with your spouse and children that align your money with your values.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why divorcing time from money might be your most important move
• How to build a family calendar that reflects your true priorities
• The #1 investment that changed Justin’s life
• How much to spend on your network, and why it matters
• What the ultra-wealthy invest in (and why it’s not just the stock market)
• How to define your personal investment criteria
• Why risk management is more important than return

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This is not your typical “investing advice.” It’s a masterclass in living on purpose—financially, relationally, and spiritually.

0:00 Intro

1:23 What Is a Lifestyle Investor?

3:41 Owning Time vs. Being Owned by Your Business

7:48 The Real ROI of Mentorship and Networking

12:33 Building a Budget for Masterminds

14:05 Living Life by Design, Not Default

17:38 Reclaiming the Calendar for Family First

20:22 Planning Dreams With Your Kids

24:59 The Rubber Ball vs. Glass Ball Framework

28:15 Getting Started with Passive Investing

31:33 Building Cashflow One Step at a Time

34:22 What the Ultra-Wealthy Know About Risk

39:18 Creating Your Own Investment Criteria

42:39 Why This Work Feels So Rewarding

Resources Mentioned:

The Lifestyle Investor by Justin Donald: https://lifestyleinvestor.com/book

Free Consultation: https://lifestyleinvestor.com/consultation

The Lifestyle Investor Podcast: https://lifestyleinvestor.com/podcast

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What if a single relationship could change the trajectory of your life?

In this deeply inspiring episode of The Purpose Matrix, Phil sits down with Darren Eads—a former private chef turned mission-driven entrepreneur. Darren’s transformation didn’t begin with a business plan. It started with a relationship: working for billionaire Clay Mathile, former owner of IAMS and founder of Aileron.

Clay didn’t just offer Darren a job—he offered a new way of seeing the world. And it changed everything.

Today, Darren runs Second Sail Holding Company, a people-first business acquisition firm that helps legacy owners transition their companies into the hands of leaders who care.

Darren shares how proximity to greatness shifted his mindset, why 53 was the perfect time to start, and how his kids now get to watch him live life with intentionality.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How proximity to great people can change your life
• Why it’s never too late to start living with purpose
• The power of foundational habits and aligned circles
• Why Darren buys businesses differently
• How to lead a team by getting out of the weeds
• The myth of needing it all figured out before you begin

Whether you're just starting your journey or pivoting later in life, this conversation is a masterclass in late-stage reinvention, value-driven business, and why mentorship still matters.

0:00 Intro

0:56 Darren’s Background and Early Career

4:42 Meeting a Billionaire Who Shifted His Mindset

10:28 What Clay Mathile Taught Him About Leadership

14:45 Foundational Habits and Getting in the Right Circles

18:02 Family, Regret, and Rewriting the Narrative

24:28 What “Second Sail” Really Means

29:08 Buying a Business the Right Way

33:51 The 30-Year-Old vs. 50-Year-Old Path to Ownership

36:15 Darren’s Leadership Shift

40:12 Living With Gratitude and Alignment

Resources Mentioned:

📚 Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

📚 Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel

🎧 Acquiring Minds Podcast

🌐 Aileron: https://www.aileron.org/

Connect with Darren:

🌐 Second Sail Holding Co: https://secondsailcapital.com/

🌐 Jarvis Mechanical: https://www.jarvismechanicalco.com/

🔗 Darren Eads on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-eads-0a501868

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We all seek comfort…but can discomfort actually be an advantage?

In this episode of The Purpose Matrix, Phil dives into an inspiring conversation with Clay Speakman, founder of RocketHub AI and one of fewer than 100 people to finish the infamous Spartan Death Race.

Clay shares how “doing hard things on purpose" isn't just about endurance events–it's a mindset that transforms how you lead in relationships as much as in business.

Clay explains why chaos is a training ground, how entrepreneurs can level up their AI adoption without a tech background, and the real reason small teams have the ultimate advantage in this new era. He also walks through the three levels of AI usage and how purpose fuels his unconventional but scalable life design.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The reality of “doing hard things on purpose”

• How to train for chaos without running a Death Race

• What entrepreneurs misunderstand about AI

• The difference between Level 1, 2, and 3 AI usage

• Why small teams are actually winning the AI revolution

• How to align your values with AI systems

This is a masterclass in mindset, mission, and modern tools. If you want to lead with purpose, multiply your impact, and prepare for the future—this one’s for you.

0:00 Intro

1:31 From Death Races to AI

4:17 Why Doing Hard Things On Purpose Changes Everything

7:06 Training for Chaos and Mental Resilience

9:33 What Your "Hard Thing" Actually Is

12:22 Building Grit in Everyday Life

14:40 How Death Races Led to Purposeful Business

17:06 Why Entrepreneurs Have the AI Advantage

20:14 Can You Really Live to 200?

23:07 Why AI Is More Disruptive Than Fire

28:29 Moving from Level 1 to Level 3 AI

32:15 Real Examples from Clay’s Business and EOS Tools

36:52 Small Teams, Big Leverage

41:07 The Role of Faith, Gratitude, and Vision

Resources Mentioned:

🌐 RocketHub: https://www.rockethub.ai

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