What if everything you know about networking is wrong?

Scott MacGregor, founder of The Outlier Project and Outlier Magazine, doesn’t believe in networking — and his non-traditional approach has been the backbone of his success. From embracing adversity as fuel to building genuine friendships over transactional connections, this episode will change how you think about success, Relationships, personal and professional Growth.

Topics discussed:

Introduction (00:00)

Hayden and Rob Thorsen’s story (01:56)

Why impact is the best barometer of success (04:40)

How to embrace adversity as a gift (06:49)

“Living into the answers” (11:05)

Friendships over network (14:25)

Building connections: the Mace Curran story (17:32)

The Laila Ali example (20:12)

Creativity and Outlier Magazine (21:30)

Inside the Outlier Project (25:02)

What brought you JOY today? (30:27)

If you’re a writer who wants to take control of your finances, read Mitlin Financial’s Write Your Financial Future: A Financial Guide for Authors: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/insights/blog/write-your-financial-future-a-financial-guide-for-authors/

Resources:

• Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready? Take the College Readiness Quiz for Parents: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/college-readiness-quiz/
• Doing your taxes might not be enJOYable but being more organized can make the process less painful. Get Your Gathering Your Tax Documents Checklist: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mitlin_ChecklistForGatheringYourTaxDocuments_Form_062424_v2.pdf
• Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision? Take the Retirement Ready Quiz: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/retirement-planning-quiz/

Connect with Larry Sprung:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceDSprung/
• X (Twitter): https://x.com/Lawrence_Sprung

About Our Guest:

As Publisher & Editor-in-Chief of Outlier Magazine and the Founder & CEO of two purpose-driven organizations, I’m deeply proud to lead work that reflects both my values and my passion for meaningful impact.

The Outlier Project is more than a community — it’s a movement of people across the world who dare to live life on their own terms. We believe that being ordinary is a choice, and that every human has an extraordinary spark waiting to be ignited.

Here, you’ll find people who dream bigger, aim higher, and believe that who you surround yourself with can change everything. Together, we gather online in over 200 live, interactive events each year — and in person through unforgettable retreats, meetups, and signature experiences that connect visionaries, trailblazers, and dreamers from every corner of the globe.

We’re for those who crave meaning, growth, and adventure. For those who take the road less traveled and want to walk it alongside others who believe anything is possible.

Connect with Scott MacGregor:

• Outlier Project: http://theoutlierproject.co/
• Outlier Magazine: https://outlier-magazine.com/
• SomethingNew: https://trysomethingnewnow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macgregorscott/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmacgregor_official/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutlierProject

Disclosure:

Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest’s content linked on this site.

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

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Larry Sprung Host Mitlin

Lawrence “Larry” Sprung, CFP® is a husband, father, entrepreneur and mental health advocate.

Larry is the author of the Amazon Bestselling book “Financial Planning Made Personal” and the also host of the Mitlin Money Mindset™ a podcast that reminds you to ask yourself “What did you do today that brought you joy?®”

In 2004 he founded Mitlin Financial, Inc. naming the firm memory of Larry’s wife’s grandfather, Mitchell, and his mother, Linda. During his career, Larry has found that a lot of industry terms and concepts can seem confusing to outsiders. That’s why he works with the families he serves to break down complex financial topics into easy-to-understand concepts.

In recognition of Larry’s significant contributions to his profession, he has received quite a few awards. In 2021, Larry was named to the Investopedia 100 Top Advisors in 2021 and was even more humbled to make their Top Ten list for 2022.

Outside the office, one of Larry’s greatest passions is raising awareness for mental health. He spent over 12 years serving on the National Board of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and sits on its financial and investment committees. With his wife, Denise, he has raised more than $1.7 million for the organization through the Keith Milano Memorial Fund. The fund was created in memory of his brother-in-law.

Larry values his family tremendously and his desire to do right by his wife and two sons drives who he is in and out of the office.