Ep. 402: Navigating the Future of Financial Advising with Nick Garofalo

18/04/2025 42 min

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In this episode of Tech Bytes, Dan Hafner interviews Nick Garofalo, a financial advisor who shares his journey from a family business in software to personal financial planning. They discuss the challenges entrepreneurs face in managing finances, the importance of work-life balance, and how faith influences business decisions. Nick emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to financial planning, especially for small business owners, and the significance of contentment in both personal and professional life.TakeawaysNick Garofalo transitioned from a family software business to financial advising.Entrepreneurs often lack a financial plan, leading to stress and overwhelm.Balancing business growth with personal life is a constant challenge.Contentment is crucial in both business and personal life.Faith plays a significant role in Nick's business decisions.Planning for financial stability is essential after selling a business.Many business owners face income gaps post-sale of their companies.It's important to focus on what truly matters in life and business.Nick's approach involves co-laboring with God in his business.Understanding financial metrics is key to sustainable growth.Connect with Nick at openhandedwealth.com