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Christopher Hensley RICP®, CES™

With over two decades in the financial services realm, Christopher Hensley's journey has been driven by a singular passion: helping individuals navigate the intricate paths of Finance to achieve their life aspirations. His dedication isn't just rooted in numbers and strategies; it's about making genuine connections and empowering people with the knowledge they need for a secure future.

Christopher's foundation in the industry is robust. He's collaborated with Fortune 500 frontrunners like Merrill Lynch and UBS Financial Services and has made significant contributions to non-profits, notably with MMI-Consumer Credit Counselors Southwest. His credentials, including licenses from FINRA and designations like the Retirement Income Certified Professional® and the Certified Estate and Trust Specialist™, speak volumes about his commitment to professional Growth and expertise.

But beyond the certificates and affiliations, what truly sets Christopher apart is his ability to communicate. For a decade, he's been the voice behind the radio/podcast show “Money Matters” on KPFT Houston, demystifying complex financial concepts for a broad audience. His insights have been sought after by platforms like Wall Street Journal Radio and 1110 KTEK Business Builders Network Radio, and he's provided expert commentary on market trends in renowned publications.

Christopher's community involvement further underscores his dedication. As the former President of the Houston Midtown Chapter of the Society for Financial Awareness, he's delivered financial literacy seminars across Houston and the Gulf Coast. He's also been an active voice in Houston Money Week since 2008, currently holding a leadership position.

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Get Knocked Down Keep Going With Kaizen &Amp; Compounding &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Get Knocked Down Keep Going with Kaizen & Compounding

Getting knocked down is part of the process. Getting back up is where growth begins. In this clip, Jabez Roberts of The Working Budget talks about Kaizen, compound interest, and the power of consiste…

Getting knocked down…

Getting knocked down is part of the process. Getting back up is where growth begins. In this clip, Jabez Roberts of The Working Budget talks about Kaizen, compound interest, and the power of consistent effort over time. Whether you are working on your finances, building a business, or trying to improve your life, progress usually does not happen all at once. It happens one decision, one habit, and one step at a time. Full episode: Money Matters with Chris Hensley Guest: Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget #Kaizen #CompoundInterest #PersonalFinance #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyMatters #Th…

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Money Matters Episode 346- The Working Budget: Budgeting, Kaizen, And Better Money Habits W/Jabez Roberts &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Money Matters Episode 346- The Working Budget: Budgeting, Kaizen, and Better Money Habits W/Jabez Roberts

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget and The Boardroom Podcast. Jabez shares the story behind launching The Working Budget, a new podcast …

In this episode of M…

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget and The Boardroom Podcast. Jabez shares the story behind launching The Working Budget, a new podcast focused on practical financial Education, money management, and helping everyday people understand how money moves through their personal Economy. Chris and Jabez discuss the connection between Kaizen and compound interest, showing how small, consistent improvements can create meaningful long-term growth. They also explore why budgeting is often misunderstood, why money decisions are emotional, an…

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Why Rich People Budget Differently #Budgeting #Wealthmindset #Personalfinance &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Why Rich People Budget Differently #budgeting #wealthmindset #personalfinance

Budgeting is not about restriction — it’s about giving your future self options. In this clip, Jabez Roberts breaks down why many people say they “don’t like budgeting” and how small daily …

Budgeting is not abo…

Budgeting is not about restriction — it’s about giving your future self options. In this clip, Jabez Roberts breaks down why many people say they “don’t like budgeting” and how small daily spending habits, like a $10 coffee, can add up quickly. The point is not to shame spending. It is to understand where your money is going and decide whether it is helping the life you want to build. Full episode: Money Matters with Chris Hensley Guest: Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget #Budgeting #PersonalFinance #MoneyMatters #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyHabits #TheWorkingBudget

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The Working Budget: Jabez Roberts On Budgeting, Kaizen &Amp; Taking Control Of Your Money &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
The Working Budget: Jabez Roberts on Budgeting, Kaizen & Taking Control of Your Money

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget and The Boardroom Podcast, for a conversation about budgeting, financial education, entrepreneurship,…

In this episode of M…

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Jabez Roberts, host of The Working Budget and The Boardroom Podcast, for a conversation about budgeting, financial education, entrepreneurship, Kaizen, and building better money habits. Jabez shares why he launched The Working Budget, how it connects with his mission to help everyday people understand money, and why budgeting should be seen as a roadmap — not a restriction. Chris and Jabez discuss how compound interest and Kaizen both reflect the power of small, consistent improvements over time. They also explore why money is emotio…

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Money Matters Episode 345- Books4Guys: Saving Critical Thinking In A Distracted World W/ Chris Clinard &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Money Matters Episode 345- Books4Guys: Saving Critical Thinking in a Distracted World W/ Chris Clinard

Episode Description In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Chris Clinard, host of the Books4Guys podcast and founder of the Books4Guys community. Chris shares the story behind Books4…

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Episode Description In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley welcomes Chris Clinard, host of the Books4Guys podcast and founder of the Books4Guys community. Chris shares the story behind Books4Guys, a platform built to encourage more men and young people to read, explore new ideas, and build lifelong learning habits. The conversation covers why men are reading less, how books can shape critical thinking, the surprising value of fiction, and why reading is more than just a hobby — it is a tool for personal growth, leadership, and better decision-making. Chris also discusses the Books4G…

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Don'T Let Ai Steal Your Voice #Humanity #Ai #Shorts &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Don’t Let AI Steal Your Voice #humanity #ai #shorts

Most AI content tells you how to use the Technology. Digital Kaizen argues for what you should never give away. There are things we can delegate to AI. It's genuinely great at those things. Meaning is…

Most AI content tell…

Most AI content tells you how to use the technology. Digital Kaizen argues for what you should never give away. There are things we can delegate to AI. It's genuinely great at those things. Meaning is not one of them. Full conversation: https://youtu.be/iWs8tC1Zfqo Book: Digital Kaizen on Amazon. @Inulchowdhury786 #DigitalKaizen #AI #HumanFirst #VoiceFirst #StayHuman #Meaning Stop letting AI write everything for you. AI is a powerful tool for delegation, but it shouldn't replace your unique perspective or personal voice. This breakdown explores how to use technology without sacrificing…

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Why Inflation Cooled But Your Prices Didn'T #Fed #Money #Shocking &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Why Inflation Cooled But Your Prices Didn’t #fed #money #shocking

Are Federal Reserve policy decisions actually causing your rising prices? We break down how recent economic shifts at the central bank directly impact the cost of beef, gas, and your daily expenses. …

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Are Federal Reserve policy decisions actually causing your rising prices? We break down how recent economic shifts at the central bank directly impact the cost of beef, gas, and your daily expenses. This analysis cuts through the bureaucratic jargon to explain what is happening to the economy right now. Watch to understand why these policy changes matter for your wallet and subscribe for more straightforward economic breakdowns.

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Financial Markets Uneven Monetary Policy Explained

New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said he doesn't like forward guidance. Then his own committee members used the dot plot to signal a possible rate hike. A reporter caught the contradiction live. This is War…

New Fed Chair Kevin …

New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said he doesn't like forward guidance. Then his own committee members used the dot plot to signal a possible rate hike. A reporter caught the contradiction live. This is Warsh's first press conference as Fed Chair and the communication shift is already creating market uncertainty. For more plain-English market commentary follow Money Matters Podcast. #FederalReserve #FOMC #KevinWarsh #InterestRates #MoneyMatters #FinancialLiteracy

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Typing Vs. Speaking: Which Is Actually Faster? 🚀 #Productivityhacks #Lifehacks &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Typing vs. Speaking: Which is actually faster? 🚀 #productivityhacks #lifehacks

I was on David Gadarian's podcast,  ⁨@TheFlippedStory⁩  Flipped Story, and somewhere in the conversation I heard myself say: "When you type, you're editing yourself before the thought even…

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I was on David Gadarian's podcast,  ⁨@TheFlippedStory⁩  Flipped Story, and somewhere in the conversation I heard myself say: "When you type, you're editing yourself before the thought even exists." Spellcheck fires. Grammar police show up. The voice in your head asks if this sounds smart enough. You're killing your best thinking before it breathes. Voice is different. When you speak out loud, raw and unfiltered, the editor disappears. What comes through isn't polished. It's not structured. But it's honest. It's yours. Not everything you say will be gold. You'll go back an…

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Books4Guys: Saving Critical Thinking In A Distracted World &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
Books4Guys: Saving Critical Thinking in a Distracted World

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley sits down with Chris Clinard, host of the Books4Guys podcast and founder of the Books4Guys community. They discuss why men are reading less, how books b…

In this episode of M…

In this episode of Money Matters, Chris Hensley sits down with Chris Clinard, host of the Books4Guys podcast and founder of the Books4Guys community. They discuss why men are reading less, how books build critical thinking, why fiction matters more than many adults realize, and how Books4Guys is working to get more books into the hands of young men. Chris Clinard shares how his background in recruiting led to conversations about books, leadership, Personal Development, and the importance of lifelong learning. He also explains the Books4Guys mission, including book giveaways, support for autho…

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I Gave My Life To An Ai To Audit. #Digitalkaizen #Aireflection &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
I gave my life to an AI to audit. #DigitalKaizen #AIReflection

I built an AI podcast that debates my life. A cognitive expert. A board of directors. And honestly, I've been in tears listening to it. This is what Digital Kaizen actually looks like at the operato…

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I built an AI podcast that debates my life. A cognitive expert. A board of directors. And honestly, I've been in tears listening to it. This is what Digital Kaizen actually looks like at the operator level. Full conversation with David Gadarian on @TheFlippedStory Podcast: https://youtu.be/LXN2KSDYGZo Book: Digital Kaizen on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0ihi9Y9F #DigitalKaizen #VoiceFirstAI #AIReflection #PersonalGrowth #NotebookLM This video shows a man speaking passionately about recording devices, highlighting how a good microphone and audio gear are crucial for capturing pristine sound qu…

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Ai'S Real Impact Master Your Thinking, Not Just Tools &Raquo; Untitled Design 14
AI’s Real Impact Master Your Thinking, Not Just Tools

Everyone is chasing AI tools, prompts, agents, and workflows. But the real AI advantage may be something deeper: learning how to think better while using the tools. AI is not just changing work. It i…

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Everyone is chasing AI tools, prompts, agents, and workflows. But the real AI advantage may be something deeper: learning how to think better while using the tools. AI is not just changing work. It is changing how we monitor, evaluate, and adjust our own thinking in real time. That skill is called metacognitive regulation — the ability to watch your own mind work. The future may not belong to the people with the loudest AI opinions or the biggest tool stack. It may belong to the people who build better internal systems for thinking, deciding, and adapting. From my latest Digital Kaizen n…

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