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82: Why Passion is Not Built But Found

82: Why Passion is Not Built But Found

Behind Their Success: Advice For Entrepreneurs
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<p>Ever feel stuck between the safe path and the one you <em>really</em> want to pursue? In this episode, we dive into the power of habits, the cost of inaction, and how one man turned his side passion into a thriving business helping entrepreneurs build financial freedom. If you're ready to move from planning to doing—this one's for you.</p> <p>Today we sit down with <b>David Flores Wilson</b>, a CFA, CFP®, and managing partner at Sincerus Advisory. David's journey—from growing up in Guam and working family businesses to becoming a top-ranked financial advisor and Olympian—is anything but ordinary.</p> <p>David shares why he left investment banking to pursue his passion, how he built a purpose-driven firm, and the rituals that fuel his success. We talk entrepreneurship, leadership, financial planning, and what it really takes to move from idea to action.</p> <p>This is a conversation about purpose, discipline, and designing a life you’re proud of.</p> <p>💡<b> What You'll Learn:</b></p> <ul> <li>Why <em>finding</em> your passion is a myth—and what to do instead<br><br></li> <li>The role of daily rituals in building long-term success<br><br></li> <li>How to transition from employee to entrepreneur (without blowing it up)<br><br></li> <li>David’s biggest regret—and the lesson he shares with every client<br><br></li> <li>The difference between managing and leading a team<br><br></li> <li>How financial planning becomes a tool for life design, not just wealth<br><br></li> </ul> <p>David is a Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Analyst who helps entrepreneurs, tech professionals, and business owners design and execute financial plans aligned with their goals. He’s been featured in <em>CNBC</em>, <em>The New York Times</em>, <em>Investment News</em>, and was named one of <b>Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors</b>.</p> <p>Fun fact: He also represented <b>Guam in the 1996 Olympics</b>.</p> <p>🔗<b> Connect with David:</b></p> <ul> <li>🌐 Website: <a href="https://sincerusadv.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sincerusadvisory.com</a><br>&nbsp;</li> <li>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-flores-wilson-cfp%C2%AE-cfa-02b5a" rel="nofollow">David Flores Wilson<br>&nbsp;</a></li> </ul> <p><b>Connect with us!</b></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/padensquires/" rel="nofollow">Instagram </a><br><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089855132002" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> <br><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@paden_squires?_t=8c9Y6clVxAQ&amp;_r=1" rel="nofollow">Tiktok</a> <br><a href="https://www.padensquires.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.squirestaxplanning.com/" rel="nofollow"><b>Squires Tax Planning</b></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.squirestaxplanning.com/tax-checklist" rel="nofollow"><b>The Ultimate Tax Checklist</b></a></p> <p><a href="https://thesquirestaxoptimizationscore.scoreapp.com/" rel="nofollow"><b>Tax Savings Quiz</b></a></p> <p><br></p>