Hustle Without Limits with Joe Lombardi

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In this episode, Aaron Gordon talks with Joe Lombardi, who shares his incredible journey from losing his family's $15 million business to becoming a leader in financial planning. Joe opens up about surviving poverty, overcoming personal trauma, and the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild his life and career. He dives into the importance of embracing discomfort, goal-setting, and self-love as tools for success. Joe also emphasizes the role of spiritual and personal growth as multipliers for financial achievement. Packed with actionable advice and honest storytelling, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to redefine their hustle, conquer setbacks, and chase lasting success.

Get To Know Joe Lombardi Founder / Managing Partner at IronHawk Financial Radio host - Money Talk with IronHawk - June 2024 Published in the Daily Caller - May 2024 Amazon Author - Long Term Care without Long Term Pains - Jan 2024 Amazon Author - There’s a better way than a 401k - Oct 2023 Published in Business Insider / Market inside 8/2023 Published in International Business Times 7/2023

On the cover of 100 INC Top 40 under 40 2022 edition

On the cover of The Blue Book Network Who’s who for Summer 2021 Amazon Author - Being your own bank - July 2023 Featured in Marquis Who’s who in America 2023 Joseph Lambardi’s mission is both simple and profound: he aims to help you secure a financially stable future for your family or business. With unwavering dedication, he offers personalized financial solutions tailored specifically to your unique needs and goals. Joseph doesn’t just set you on a path; he continually monitors your progress, ensuring you stay aligned with your objectives throughout your life.

His journey into financial services was ignited by a deeply personal tragedy. Joseph’s father, once the successful owner of a $15 million construction company, lost his business due to an accident that resulted in physical disability and severe financial hardship. Witnessing firsthand the devastating impact of not protecting one’s assets, Joseph learned the critical importance of financial safeguards. This experience fueled his passion to educate others in the contracting industry on how to protect their wealth. He focuses particularly on income protection through disability income insurance and long-term care insurance. Additionally, he assists small business owners and young families in growing their assets over time by leveraging life insurance and diverse investment options.

Working closely with both individuals and small business owners, Joseph employs insurance strategies and buy/sell agreements to shield assets against unforeseen events. By meticulously analyzing insurance and investment costs, he identifies opportunities to reduce expenses without sacrificing benefits. Often, his clients have clear aspirations but require Joseph’s expertise to turn their plans into actionable steps, ultimately enhancing their income and savings.

Moreover, Joseph has cultivated an extensive network of trusted professionals, including banks, law firms, and accounting firms throughout the Northeast. These partnerships provide his clients with access to valuable resources they might not discover on their own. By connecting clients with this broad network, he adds an extra layer of support to help them navigate the complexities of financial planning.

In essence, Joseph is more than just a financial advisor; he is a dedicated partner committed to helping you protect and grow your wealth. His personalized approach, shaped by personal experience and professional expertise, uniquely positions him to assist you in achieving a secure and prosperous future.

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3 Episode Key Takeaways 1. Transform Adversity into Drive: Joe’s journey from extreme poverty to financial success demonstrates that hitting rock bottom can ignite an unstoppable drive. Seeing both sides—scarcity and abundance—deepened his hunger for achievement and became his biggest motivator.

2. The Power of Concrete Goal Setting: Writing down clear, actionable goals turns dreams into reality. Joe credits his habit of not just dreaming, but documenting and prioritizing what he wants—then hustling relentlessly—as the difference-maker in his financial ascent. 3. Heal, Grow, and Hustle: Self-love and personal growth are essential multipliers for lasting success. Joe reveals that addressing childhood trauma and refusing to live in scarcity mindsets unlocks new levels of professional and personal abundance.

Show Overview: 00:00 Overcoming Financial Devastation 03:37 Experiencing Poverty and Wealth 08:40 Escaping the Scarcity Mindset 09:42 Choosing Security Over Success 14:57 Defying Death: A Life's Gift 18:52 Vision to Fruition: Dreams to Goals 21:00 Hustling: The Endless Drive 22:55 Everyone Can Set Goals 27:56 Self-Love and Healing Childhood Trauma