Factory of Good: Using Prosperity to Build a Lasting Impact - Alex Bean

06/11/2024 39 min Episodio 264
Factory of Good: Using Prosperity to Build a Lasting Impact - Alex Bean

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Episode Synopsis

When you reach the peak—exit your business and achieve financial freedom—what comes next? Alex Bean, co-founder of Divvy, shares his personal journey through the highs and challenges of “making it.” In this episode, he reveals the four stages that follow a major success—Honeymoon, Loss, Experimentation, and Reinvention—and offers a fresh perspective on using wealth for lasting impact.

Listen in as Alex and Jerome Myers discuss how money can amplify who we are and explore what it takes to build a meaningful legacy. Join us to gain valuable insights on transforming success into a powerful force for good.


[02:00 - 09:15] Understanding True Identity Beyond Career

Building a personal identity separate from professional roles

Recognizing the value of family, faith, and friendships

Knowing the difference between who you are and what you do


[09:16 - 17:55] The Four Phases Post-Exit

Honeymoon: The initial joy and freedom post-exit.

Loss: Coping with feelings of purposelessness

Experimentation: Exploring new interests to find meaning

Reinvention: Discovering a new direction and purpose


[18:56 - 27:35] Lessons from Building and Selling Divi

Reflecting on the growth and exit journey of Divi

Leveraging business strengths to get the best deal

Managing personal identity changes after the exit


[27:36 - 34:47] The Concept of a “Factory for Good”

Using wealth and influence for positive societal impact

Shifting the “factory output” from money to good

Setting boundaries to prevent entitlement within family wealth


[34:48 - 38:26] Cultivating Independence and Purpose in the Next Generation

Instilling financial responsibility through “The Bank of Mom and Dad”

Encouraging self-reliance to prevent entitlement

Building a meaningful legacy through community and family values


Key Quotes:
"We owe it to ourselves and our families to use success as a factory for positive change." – Alex Bean

"Money shouldn't be the only output. We should create an output that improves the human experience." - Jerome Myers

Connect with Alex!
Website: https://freshconsulting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbean/

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