A podcast about life after the working years. Tom Jacobs and Michelle McKormick will feature topics including: business, hobbies, public figures in their community, and more!
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We're all about helping the community at Jacobs Financial Services. Jenna tells us her story about giving back and how that's evolved into running a massive nonprofit benefitting the food industry! https://www.facebook.com/jenna.arcidiacono/ https://www.foodhugs.org/?fbclid=IwAR3wWLcrEDpTRTiFgSzf_YfbySuwTP0_7lOJfdXWI2JxEbiOrhhNnIjYRzs https://amore…
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Episode No. 27 - Catching up with Terri DeBoer
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15:32Terri fills us in on the past few months out of broadcasting and working at Jacobs Financial Services.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 26 - Author Jennifer Feuerstein
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12:43Jennifer is not only heavily involved with AARP. She's also an author! Click the link below to purchase her book, Not Your Shoe Size. MORE: https://www.jenniferdivita.com/shopBy Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 25 - WOOD Radio Host Steve Kelly
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24:06Steve has been a longtime media member in West Michigan. He talks about some of the battles in his personal life as well as giving back to the community. Catch up with Steve on West Michigan's Morning News below! https://woodradio.iheart.com/featured/west-michigan-s-morning-news/By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 24 - AARP Associate State Director Jennifer Feuerstein
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18:06Did you know you can join AARP when you're 18? Jennifer weighs in on a lot of the unknown benefits of being a member.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 23 - Boys & Girls Club of Grand Rapids President Patrick Placzkowski
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19:01Spending time giving back to your community might be something you want to do in retirement. Patrick Placzkowski from the Boys & Girls Club of Grand Rapids fills us in on all the opportunities available.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 22 - Journalist & Podcaster John Gonzalez
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26:00Hopefully you aren't hungry when you listen to this. John points out a number of things to do right in your backyard as you approach retirement.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 21 - JFS Team Member Phil Paulson
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18:24Tom poached Phil from another company because he recognized what a great person he was. Phil explains why he fit like a glove.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 20 - Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom
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24:08A heavyweight on the podcast this week! Chief Winstrom has been in Grand Rapids for almost two years now.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 19 - WZZM 13 host Catherine Behrendt
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22:05Catherine has worked in the Grand Rapids TV market for over 30 years. As a journalist, it's only fitting that she has some hard-hitting questions for him. We also learn about some of her odd experiences through the years of being a TV reporter.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 18 - Gun Lake Casino VP Carter Pavey
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20:49Carter joins us to talk community, giving back, and local entertainment options for those looking to enjoy retirement.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 17 - Conversation with client Dawn Zondervan
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16:49Dawn is fairly new to Jacobs Financial Services. However, her family feels like it's the best decision they've made in a long time.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 16 - Aaron Hovanec from Age Management of West Michigan
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19:25Aaron is the head of functional medicine at Age Management of West Michigan. Financially planning for retirement is critical, but so is taking care of yourself so you can enjoy your later years. Get a free consultation at Age Management! They can help you get right. MORE: https://www.agemanagementmi.com/…
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Episode No. 15 - Terri DeBoer joins Jacobs Financial Services
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22:39A familiar face has joined the JFS staff. Just like the weather, we too experience a series of seasons throughout our lives. Terri explains the 'encore' season and how that will impact her role at Jacobs Financial Services.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 14 - Verve Pipe Singer Brian Vander Ark
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24:17Even when you're a successful musician, you need a plan when it comes to retirement. Brian performs a song for the office as well.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 13 - Cassidy Robinson from Wonderland Family Vacations
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22:37Successfully planning for retirement might mean traveling for some of you! Cassidy is a travel agent and lays out some of the best place to go around the globe and here locally.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 12 - Conversation with WLAV’s Gregg Henson
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15:39Another week, another Gregg. He tells us about his shortcomings in business, playing the market, and fighting to get back ahead financially. Did you know Tom was a big Mike Tyson fan?By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 11 - Free Beer And Hot Wings Host Gregg Daniels
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23:42Gregg joins us to talk work culture, financial illiteracy, and the unpredictability of business. According to Tom, there's one common mistake that people make when planning for retirement.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 10 - Surprise Appearance from Tom’s Daughter, Molly
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20:48What do you want to know about Tom? We now have an inside source. Big surprise, but Tom was the cool parent when Molly was growing up.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 9 - Conversation with Musician Phil Biggs
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18:28Jacobs Financial Services works with people from all different backgrounds. Phil tells us why Tom's team was the right fit for him and his wife. We also can't have a musician on the show without hearing some of their material!By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Golf Outing Preview: Conversation with Event Director Lynzie Gotshall
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12:39We are rapidly approaching the second annual Jacobs Financial Golf Outing! We talk with event director Lynzie Gotshall about what we can expect on August 23rd. There's still a few spots left! Get signed up. LINK: https://yoursvp.com/GOLF23By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 8 - Conversation with Elise Monroe
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14:55Elise is an insurance producer for Jacobs Financial Services. She's one of the many employees that dropped a previous gig to be a part of what Tom is building at JFS. Why? Empowerment and culture.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 7 - Controlling the Steps to Retirement
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12:03When preparing for retirement, controlling the steps to getting there is critical. There's times when control can be a great thing, and when it can be detrimental. Tom learned a lesson about control when it comes to running a business.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 6 - The Importance of Culture
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19:59Tom explains where it all began for JFS. There's no question why the company has grown the way it has. Everything starts with his team and the culture he's established.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Episode No. 5 - Conversation with Comedian David Dyer
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20:26Like Tom, Dave was extremely close with his father. We also learn how complex it can be when you gain an inheritance from a loved one. Like your life savings, you need a strategy to protect that as well.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Did you know that Tom has a side business? It seems like a stretch...but fishing and retirement aren't so different after all.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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We learn a little more about Tom's childhood. He tells us about his relationship with his brother and his love for hockey.By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Tom reveals the bond he's held with his parents throughout the years. The ability to spend quality time with your family and loved ones as you approach retirement can rely entirely on how prepared you are financially. We also learn about one of Tom's biggest hobbies!By Jacobs Financial Services LLC
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Welcome! We get into the reason why Tom Jacobs started this company in the first place. There's a big difference between leaving an inheritance and leaving a LEGACY. Michelle makes an observation about culture inside the working place at Jacobs Financial Services.By mediafv
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