In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why everyone has a wealth philosophy—whether they realize it or not
• How unconscious money beliefs sabotage financial progress
• The connection between self-leadership and wealth creation
• How to redefine wealth beyond income and net worth
• Practical reflection questions to clarify your personal wealth philosophy

Key Themes:

• Mindset over mechanics
• Leadership before money
• Wealth as a long-term system, not a short-term event
• Alignment between values, behavior, and legacy

Until next time, remember, lead yourself first, and wealth will follow.

Discover more at: https://www.paulvannspeaks.com

In this episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann explores the power of influential leadership. why it matters, how it differs from positional leadership, and the practical steps anyone can take to grow their influence regardless of title or role.

Topics Covered:

• The true definition of influential leadership
• Why influence matters more than authority
• Core traits of high-impact leaders
• How to build trust, credibility, and long-term influence
• Practical leadership actions you can take immediately

Key Takeaway:

Influence is earned through self-leadership, integrity, and consistent value—not position.

Connect with Paul Lawrence Vann:

• Website: paulvannspeaks.com
• Podcast: Wealth Academy Podcast
• Speaking & Coaching: Leadership Development Programs

In this episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, we explore why 2026 demands more than ambition, it requires a powerful mindset, deep self-awareness, and intentional relationships. Learn how knowing yourself and knowing the people in your circle personally and professionally can shape your leadership, income, and legacy.

Key Takeaways:

• Why mindset is the foundation for success in 2026
• How self-awareness fuels better decisions and leadership
• The impact your circle has on your personal and professional growth
• Practical reflection questions to reset your year with clarity

Perfect For:

• Professionals ready for growth
• Leaders seeking clarity and influence
• Anyone serious about wealth, leadership, and personal mastery

What if 2026 is the year everything changes, not because your boss changes, not because the economy changes, but because you change?

Welcome to the Wealth Academy Podcast, where we talk about leadership, money, and the decisions that shape your future. I’m your host, Paul Lawrence Vann, and today’s episode is about one thing: momentum.

A new year doesn’t reward intentions, it rewards action.

And in 2026, the people who will win are those who:

• Lead themselves with discipline
• Position themselves for promotion
• Invest intentionally in the stock market
• And step into visibility and influence
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In this episode, I’m going to show you how to lean into 2026 with clarity and confidence, and I’ll invite you into a few powerful opportunities I’ve created to help you do exactly that.

Let’s get into it.

Let me leave you with this:

2026 will reward those who are decisive.

Not perfect.

Not fearless.

Decisive.

If you want a different outcome this year, you need a different approach:

• Lead yourself before leading others
• Position yourself for promotion
• Invest with intention
• Step into visibility and influence

This is your season to rise.

In this reflective episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul Lawrence Vann explores the powerful lessons this year revealed about leading yourself first. Drawing from lived experience and leadership insight, Paul shares how self-awareness, discipline, boundaries, and mindset shape authentic leadership. This episode is a reminder that true leadership begins internally—and when you master yourself, you multiply your impact everywhere else.

Key Themes:

• Self-leadership as the foundation of influence
• Discipline, habits, and boundaries
• Growth through reflection and resilience
• Leading with clarity in every season

Listen, reflect, and apply these lessons as you prepare for your next level of leadership.

In this powerful solo episode, Paul Lawrence Vann shares the faith and focus practices that have kept him grounded through every season of leadership, military service, entrepreneurship, authorship, and personal growth.

Listeners will discover how intentional faith practices, disciplined focus, and spiritual alignment create resilience, clarity, and sustainable leadership. This episode is a must-listen for leaders seeking calm, confidence, and purpose in the midst of life’s demands.

Key Takeaways:

• Why grounding is essential for modern leaders
• How faith supports clarity and resilience
• Practical focus habits to eliminate distraction
• Building a personal faith-and-focus framework

Tap into these key takeaways and embrace a holistic perspective going forward in your life. Remember, you're not competing with anyone, it all comes down to the person you see in the mirror each day.

What Legacy Really Means and How I'm Building One That Lasts

In this powerful and reflective episode, Paul explores the deeper meaning of legacy—far beyond financial resources or family inheritance. He shares the personal journey, values, leadership experiences, and intentional practices that are shaping his legacy today.

Listeners will learn:

• The real definition of legacy and why most professionals misunderstand it
• How personal purpose forms the foundation of a meaningful legacy
• Why legacy-building starts long before retirement
• How leadership, values, and daily actions create impact across generations
• The first step to take today to begin building a legacy that outlasts you

A must-listen for mid-career professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who desires a life of significance, not just success.

In this deeply authentic and transformative episode, Paul opens up about the personal turning point that shifted his journey from income-driven to purpose-driven. He reveals the mindset shift, habits, and leadership principles that helped him reclaim clarity, meaning, and direction.

Listeners will learn:

• The hidden cost of paycheck chasing
• Why purpose produces more sustainable success
• How self-leadership changes your professional and personal life
• Practical steps for transitioning to purpose-driven living
• How to overcome resistance, fear, and uncertainty
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This episode is perfect for mid-career professionals, leaders, and anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of working hard but feeling unfulfilled.