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Ever feel like you’re just treading water, trying to grow, lead, and live with purpose, but never quite feeling in control?
Today’s guest, Mike Milligan, grew up in extreme poverty, endured personal tragedy, and still built a thriving multi–seven-figure business while living life on his own terms. His story of resilience and intentional living is a masterclass in turning adversity into fuel.
About the Guest: Mike Milligan, CFP® is a financial educator, author, and founder of One Oak Financial (“One of a Kind Financial”). A North Carolina native who overcame poverty and personal loss, Mike has dedicated his career to helping others live unique, purposeful lives through personalized financial planning. He also teaches financial literacy at Old Dominion University and is the author of The One of a Kind Financial Plan.
About the Episode: In this episode, Steve Mellor sits down with Mike Milligan to discuss what it really means to live an exceptional life. From growing up in poverty to leading a multi–seven-figure business, Mike shares how defining his mission,“Be one of a kind and never miss a moment”, has transformed the way he leads, works, and lives.
They explore why you must put value on your time, how to say no with purpose, and why being “selfish” might be the key to serving others better.
- What it means to be “growth-ready”
- How tragedy can inspire transformation
- Why saying “no” more often can lead to freedom
- The illusion of work-life balance vs. being exceptional at both
- Protecting your time as if it were money
- Creating personal mission statements that drive focus and clarity
- Daily micro-wins and how to structure your mornings for success
- Redefining risk and legacy through intentional living
Links & Resources
- Guest Website: https://1oakfinancial.com/
- Book: The One of a Kind Financial Plan (available on Amazon)
- Course: Personal Financial Planning – Old Dominion University
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This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via Buzzsprout
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