In This Episode: “I am only leaving feet first” In today’s episode, Kathy and I talk about retiring as the leader of a …
Family Wealth
BONUS Episode: Family Business and the Seaman Family Foundation
BONUS EPISODE! Richard Seaman talks about Family Philanthropy In This Episode: "Decedents aren't all going to have a passion for the …
Episode 081: Family Business with 2nd Gen Richard Seaman of Seaman Corp
The Family Business Story of Seaman Corporation with Richard N. Seaman, 2nd Generation Chairman In …
Episode 080: Delusional Altruism with Kris Putnam-Walkerly
Become Unstoppable. In This Episode: "Together the philosophy behind these strategies constitute a mind-set …
Episode 079: Getting on the Same Page as Your Spouse at Work
In This Episode: “Everything just works better when we are on the same page.” My clients tell me being on …
Episode 078: Best Practices in Family Councils Part 2
In This Episode: After interviewing Chris, I decided to split this interview into two parts. Welcome to …
Episode 077: Getting Started with Family Councils Part 1
In This Episode: After interviewing Chris, I decided to split this interview into two parts. Here are the questions I asked during my …
Episode 076: Family Philanthropy Trends 2020
In This Episode: Nicholas Tedesco, President and CEO of the National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP), returns to the podcast to talk about …
Don’t Wait. Start Now.
Money is taboo, but today it’s on my mind. My dad says, “Money has an enormous psychological component. It has a fantasized …
Episode 070: Raising Money-Smart, Money-Empowered Kids with John Lanza
John Lanza and his wife recognized early on that they had very different money personalities. After becoming parents 16 years ago, they agreed they …
062: Effective Philanthropy with Phil Buchanan
In this episode, Ellie interviews Phil Buchanan, President of the Center for Effective Philanthropy and author of the new book, Giving Done Right: …
Episode 050! What I’ve Learned in 50 Episodes with Guest Host Chad Zagel
We are so excited to celebrate this milestone 50th episode! In this episode, Ellie is joined by her husband, Chad Zagel for a bit of reflection. …
Episode 039: Selecting the Right Trustee with Attorney Mark Harder
It's been said that choosing a trustee is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Let that settle in for a minute. Why is this one …
Episode 032: Are You a Spendthrift or a Tightwad? with Dr. Scott Rick
Take a 5-minute survey to see where you fall on the Tightwad-Spendthrift Scale. How do you feel about spending money? Does it give you a thrill or …
Episode 020: Women and Wealth with Adrienne Penta
Happy 20th episode of the Successful Generations podcast! Our listeners are in for a treat this week. We wanted a dynamo guest for this …
Episode 015: Beyond the Piggy Bank with Father, Author, and Entrepreneur Clint Greenleaf
After selling his publishing company, my guest, Clint Greenleaf recalls being on flight to Hawaii with his wife and two young daughters. …
Episode 007: Raising Financially Responsible Kids Through the Holidays (and Beyond)
10 Activities to do with your Kids this Holiday Season The holidays— full of magic, wonder, traditions, and more. For many families, especially those …
Episode 005: Estate Planning 101 aka Estate Planning is Not Optional with Susan Gell Meyers
Everything You Need to Know Before You Meet with your Attorney The estate planning process can seem a little daunting. Having gone through the …
Passing Down Money Values, Part 1: Starting with You
“One theme was made clear – families united by values survive for generations.” Doug Box, Box Family Advisors. Doug Box, Box Family Advisors, states, …
Balancing Privilege and Responsibility.
Balancing privilege with responsibility is no small feat. And then, after you miraculously have figured it out for yourself, how do you pass this …