🎙️ In this powerful episode of Kick It Up a Notch, we sit down with Erik Goodge—Marine Corps veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and founder of Uvest Advisory Group. From firefights in Afghanistan to financial planning in the Midwest, Erik’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and purpose.

He shares how one spontaneous decision in high school led him to the battlefield, and how his experience shaped his mission to help self-employed millennials achieve true financial freedom. Erik also opens up about his personal transformation, the importance of long-term investing, and how he built his own investment firm from the ground up.

Plus, we dive into his work with The Sanctuary on the Hill and the Mission First initiative—an incredible retreat and resource center for veterans and their families, right here in Southern Indiana.

Whether you're a veteran, entrepreneur, or just someone looking for a little inspiration to kick your own life up a notch—this one’s for you.

🔗 Learn more:
💼 Uvest Advisory Group
🏞️ The Sanctuary on the Hill

In this episode of Kick It Up a Notch, host Megan Thomas speaks with Mark Albini, an advocate for animal welfare in Evansville. They discuss Mark's journey in fostering and caring for multiple dogs, the importance of patience in animal training and . Mark shares insights about the PAWS organization, the fostering process, and the challenges faced by animal control. They emphasize the need for community involvement and transparency in animal welfare, and how individuals can make a difference by volunteering or adopting pets.

In this episode Megan talks with Alicia Venson who shares some experiences from her house buying process as a first time home owner.

Some Episode Takeaways:

• First-time home buyers should start talking to realtors early.

• Compromises are often necessary in home buying.

• Understanding the costs of home ownership is crucial.
• Unexpected expenses can arise at any time.
• Building a relationship with a realtor is important.

• Buyers need to be realistic about their expectations.

• Having a support team can ease the home buying process.

• Emotional aspects of buying a home should not be overlooked.

• Family and friends' opinions can influence decisions.

• It's essential to ask questions and seek guidance.

Make sure to check out our Youtube page for behind the scenes and deleteded clips! And listen to Alicia and Megan talk more about things not important but might get you thinking....