Episode 91: Rewind - How He Built $256k Cash Flow in His Portfolio

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Host: Christopher Nelson

Guest: Pascal Wagner, Founder of GrowyourCashflow.io

In this episode of Managing Tech Millions, Christopher Nelson reconnects with Pascal Wagner, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, to discuss the journey from building tech wealth to mastering cash flow through private equity and real estate investments.

Pascal shares his personal story of transitioning from venture capital to creating diversified income streams, the lessons learned from sudden wealth, and the importance of building a clear investment thesis.

Listeners will gain insights into the art of deal flow, selecting the right operators, and leveraging alternative investments to grow and secure wealth.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Wealth is Built Through Concentration and Managed Through Diversification – Pascal explains how focusing on specific asset classes and later diversifying transformed his financial strategy.
• The Importance of Having an Investment Thesis – Understand how to align your financial goals with the right investment opportunities.
• Sudden Wealth Syndrome – Christopher and Pascal share personal experiences of managing large financial windfalls and the lessons they learned.
• The Power of Deal Flow – Learn why vetting operators and understanding their track records is essential for private investments.
• Leveraging Mentorship and Community – Discover how connecting with seasoned professionals can fast-track your financial growth.

Episode Timeline

• [00:01:30] Introduction to Pascal Wagner and his journey
• [00:05:00] From tech millions to cash flow mastery
• [00:10:15] Understanding the importance of an investment thesis
• [00:15:00] How Pascal navigated sudden wealth syndrome
• [00:20:30] Building deal flow and selecting the right operators
• [00:25:00] Diversification: Why wealthy people focus on finding fund managers
• [00:30:00] Mentorship and its role in financial success

Connect with Pascal Wagner:

http://growyourcashflow.io

https://twitter.com/https://twitter.com/PascalWagner1

https://www.instagram.com/pascalwagner

https://www.facebook.com/pascal.wagner1/

https://www.youtube.com/@pascalwagner

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

https://www.tiktok.com/@pascal.wagner

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Ever wondered why WealthOps was created and how it can transform your approach to wealth management?

In this episode, Christopher Nelson gets personal, sharing the experiences that led to the creation of WealthOps. From the anxiety of managing sudden IPO wealth to the frustration with traditional wealth managers, Christopher reveals how these challenges inspired a system designed to empower tech professionals to manage their wealth with precision and confidence.

We discuss the mindset shift from being a money maker to becoming a money manager, why traditional wealth management falls short, and how to treat your portfolio like a business. Plus, Christopher shares the three biggest mistakes tech professionals make with sudden wealth and how to avoid them.

Connect with Christopher

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

Highlights:

• Understand the personal journey that led to the creation of WealthOps.
• Learn why traditional wealth management models often fail tech professionals.
• Discover how to run your portfolio like a business for long-term success.
• Gain insights into the emotional challenges of managing sudden wealth.
• Uncover the three biggest mistakes tech professionals make with new wealth.
• Explore strategies for tax efficiency and diversification beyond stocks and bonds.
• Learn how the WealthOps framework helps you build a legacy of financial freedom.

Episode Timeline:

• 00:00 - Introduction: Why I Created WealthOps
• 02:00 - The Emotional Impact of Sudden Wealth
• 05:30 - Disappointment with Traditional Wealth Management
• 08:45 - Building WealthOps: A Solution for Tech Professionals
• 12:15 - Treating Your Portfolio Like a Business
• 15:40 - The Three Biggest Mistakes Tech Professionals Make
• 19:00 - Actionable Steps to Take Control of Your Wealth
• 22:00 - The Orchard vs. Storehouse Mindset
• 25:30 - Family Involvement in Wealth Management
• 28:15 - How Group Coaching Amplifies WealthOps Impact
• 31:00 - Defining and Building Your Legacy
• 34:00 - Success Stories from the WealthOps Community
• 37:00 - Closing and Call to Action

Episode 89: Family Office Systems for Tech Professionals - WealthOps 101

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Ever felt overwhelmed by managing wealth after a big windfall?

In this episode, we dive deep into the origins of WealthOps—a wealth management system designed specifically for tech professionals. The creator shares their journey from IPO to creating a blueprint for managing wealth as a business.

We’re talking about the challenges of sudden wealth, the emotional roller coaster after an IPO, and why treating your wealth like a business leads to lasting financial success. With a focus on systems, tax efficiency, and generational wealth, WealthOps helps you transition from simply making money to managing it wisely.

Connect with Christopher

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

Highlights:

• Discover how the WealthOps system can help you build generational wealth.
• Learn why treating your wealth like a business leads to better financial decisions.
• Get practical strategies for dealing with sudden wealth and tax planning.
• Understand the emotional and psychological advantages of a wealth management blueprint.
• Learn how to structure your finances for long-term success and sustainability.
• Learn about the 8-Step WealthOps Framework: Plan, Assess, Divest, Invest, Monitor, Operate, Learn, and Optimize. This system helps tech pros take control of their portfolios with the same rigor they bring to their careers.
• Top 5 Problems WealthOps Solves

Episode Timeline:

• 00:00 - Introduction to WealthOps
• 01:10 - The Emotional Roller Coaster After the IPO
• 04:10 - A Turning Point: Searching for the Right Wealth Management Solution
• 07:00 - What is WealthOps?
• 10:20 - Breaking Down the WealthOps Framework
• 12:50 - Transformational Benefits of WealthOps
• 15:20 - The Top 5 Problems WealthOps Solves
• 18:30 - Closing and Call to Action