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The Accidental LeaderAuthor: Bo McDonald
Oops, you stumbled into that leadership position. You had a big vision and big ideas. But it hasn't gone quite as you planned. You're in the right place. Welcome to the Accidental Leader Podcast with your accidental leader, Bo McDonald. Language: en-us Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Removing clutter and finding joy with Special Guest: Jason Vitug
Episode 41
Wednesday, 3 December, 2025
I am so thrilled to be welcoming Jason Vitug back to the podcast for this episode! As a reminder or in case you didn't hear that episode (if you didn't, I definitely recommend going back and giving it a listen), Jason is an author, entrepreneur, and former credit union executive, and our conversation today focuses on the financial struggles many people are facing due to the rising cost of living and other economic factors. Jason explains how people across the whole country, whether in big cities or small towns, are struggling to make ends meet, impacting their overall well-being and mood. He notes that frugality is making a comeback as people try to stretch their dollars further, but he advocates for a more holistic approach to financial wellness, focusing on maximizing the value of one's time rather than just cutting corners.Our discussion gets into the challenges of affordability, particularly in the housing market, with Jason citing some research that shows that there is actually a surplus of homes available, but many are priced out of reach for younger generations. He is critical of "solutions" like 50-year mortgages, arguing that they may provide short-term relief but don't address the root issues, and, as a business owner and leader, he shares how he has had to make tough decisions to stay true to his values and purpose, even when it meant walking away from some lucrative contracts. He also stresses the importance of leaders aligning their actions with their stated values, as this filters down to impact the entire team.I also share a similar experience of firing a client who was not a good fit, despite the short-term financial impact, and we talk about how removing "dead weight" can actually lead to greater long-term growth and joy by allowing you to focus on your best clients and employees. Our conversation overall highlights the need for both personal and organizational leaders to take a more holistic approach to financial decisions and growth, and Jason offers some great advice for listeners on how to start this journey even when facing significant financial challenges!Time Stamps:[01:52] - Jason introduces himself as an author focused on financial wellbeing as well as a former credit-union exec.[03:10] - Jason explains that people everywhere feel financial strain and are looking for ways to stretch limited income.[06:47] - Jason argues that housing is unaffordable because expensive luxury houses dominate the market despite a surplus of homes.[09:32] - I reflect on growth - our personal and leadership choices often deepen financial pitfalls.[12:17] - Jason stresses intentional growth, noting leaders must prune misaligned pursuits to protect foundations.[15:04] - Hear Jason describe having rejected lucrative clients because their profit-driven values clashed with his purpose.[17:55] - I describe choosing values over income.[21:07] - Aligning decisions with values attracts better clients and eases team stress.[24:55] - Financial freedom enables value-based choices and urges tiny progress toward stability.[27:35] - Jason explains that past mistakes don’t define us and urges creating a vision-led financial plan.[29:58] - Jason stresses that owning past financial choices and drafting a plan is si important for change.[32:37] - Jason stresses the importance of building an emergency safety net so that crises don’t derail stability.[33:38] - Jason reveals where he can be found online and encourages listeners to grab his books.Resources:The Accidental Leader - Websiteyournarketing.cobo@yourmarketingco.comBo McDonald on LinkedInThe Accidental Leader - “Finding balance in your leadership life with Special Guest: Jason Vitug”Jason Vitug on LinkedInJason Vitug on InstagramJason Vitug - Happy Money Happy Life: A Multidimensional Approach to Health, Wealth, and Financial FreedomJason Vitug - Make Your Money Smile: A Personal Finance How-To Guide to Manage, Earn, Grow, Borrow, and Protect Your WealthJason Vitug - You Only Live Once: The Roadmap to Financial Wellness and a Purposeful LifePhroogal - Website
