Rewriting The American Dream in a Stagflation World – Dr. David Phelps: Ep#567

Economic Cycles Don’t Decide Your Future. Your Strategy Does. This episode was an internal update I presented to my Freedom Founders community that may be helpful for you.

I share how economic, cultural, and generational pressures are reshaping the marketplace, how inflation and debt dynamics are influencing opportunity, and the actions to consider to build a life that isn’t just bigger—but better designed.

If you’re worried about the economy or unsure what step to take next, this episode will help you see more clearly and act with confidence, not anxiety.

Minute Markers:

00:00 – Intro
01:19 – Inside the Freedom Founders community and economic pressure points
03:40 – Generational cycles, debt, and the end of old growth assumptions
07:54 – Wealth inequality, inflation, and reshaping opportunity
10:55 – What inflation means for investors and practice owners
12:45 – Why dentists burn out—focus on life design, not just work
18:08 – Creating margin: simplify lifestyle, debt, and expectations
22:26 – Family priorities and resetting “the dream”
27:46 – Risk curves, liquidity, and positioning for what’s ahead

If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you’ll enjoy:

Ep #566 – Partnerships, Practice Deals, and Pursuing Adventure – Freedom Through Relationships – Dr. Jose Vicens
Ep #560 – Achieving Financial Freedom in Dentistry – Dr. David Phelps

Links Featured on the Show:

Dr. David Phelps: Website | LinkedIn
Download the Exit Strategy Playbook
Schedule your Freedom Founders discovery call

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