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What Do Strategic Career Changes, Educational Investments, and Major Life Decisions Have in Common? with the Foster & Motley Team


In this episode, Foster & Motley team members reflect on the best financial decisions they've ever made and how, in many cases, that led them to Foster & Motley. From early lessons in discipline and risk-taking to career pivots and personal milestones, each story highlights the deep connection between financial decisions and life outcomes.


Our guests are Elizabeth M. Green, CFA, Investment Manager and Shareholder; David J. Nienaber, MBA, CPA, CFP®, Financial Planner and Shareholder; Thomas J. Guidi, CFA, Investment Manager, Co-Chief Investment Officer and Shareholder; Zachary T. Horn, MBA, CFP®, CMFC®, Managing Partner/President, Investment Manager and Shareholder; Rachel A. Rasmussen, MBA, CFA, CDFA®, Investment Manager and Shareholder; and Zach T. Binzer, CFP®, Financial Planner and Shareholder. Each shares personal insights that have shaped their journeys.


Key Takeaways:


(00:44) The impact of learning smart money habits early.

(02:26) How career paths are often shaped by personal relationships.

(03:40) The long-term benefits of taking calculated financial risks.

(07:40) The value of aligning financial decisions with family priorities.

(09:11) The financial advantages of building a life with a partner.

(10:17) How investing in education can create career momentum.

(14:31) The role of mentorship and support in professional growth.

(17:31) The importance of seeking fulfillment alongside financial goals.

(19:35) How past experience can support a successful career transition.


Resources Mentioned:


Foster & Motley, Inc. | Website

https://www.fosterandmotley.com/


Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program

https://www.cfainstitute.org/programs/cfa-program


Xavier University MBA Program

https://www.xavier.edu/master-of-business-administration/


Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Designation

https://www.cfp.net/get-certified/certification-process


University of Dayton MBA Program

https://udayton.edu/business/



Connect with Elizabeth Green, David Nienaber, Thomas Guidi, Zachary Horn, Rachel Rasmussen and Zach Binzer:


info@fosterandmotley.com

+1 513-561-6640


Foster & Motley

https://www.fosterandmotley.com/


LinkedIn: Elizabeth Green

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-m-green-cfa/


LinkedIn: David Nienaber

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dnienaber/


LinkedIn: Thomas Guidi

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-guidi-cfa-21830952/


LinkedIn: Zachary Horn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachhorn/


LinkedIn: Rachel Rasmussen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-rasmussen-cfa-cdfa/


LinkedIn: Zach Binzer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-t-binzer-cfp/


LinkedIn: Foster & Motley, Inc.

https://www.linkedin.com/company/fosterandmotley/



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