Podcast Summary: "Advice I Wish Someone Gave Me When I Was Young & Dead Broke | Andy Elliott"
Podcast: Andy Elliott's Elite Mindset Motivation and Sales Training
Host: Andy Elliott
Episode Date: September 11, 2025
Episode Overview
In this episode, Andy Elliott shares personal and actionable advice he wishes he had received when he was young and struggling with finances. Drawing from a candid story about a drive-thru act of kindness, Andy dives deep into the mindset, emotional intelligence, and stewardship necessary for true fulfillment—not just financial success. The episode is filled with raw, authentic moments and spiritual undertones, emphasizing purpose, gratitude, and the importance of helping others.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
The Power of Small Acts of Kindness
- Andy opens with a personal anecdote about being in a terrible mood and encountering a “pay-it-forward” chain at a drive-thru.
- Initially resistant, Andy insists on paying for his own coffee, even pushing back against the cashier's explanation that the person ahead already covered him.
- He begrudgingly pays for the next car, only to discover the bill is much higher, but the impact goes far beyond the money.
Quote:
"No one can connect with me. Well, no wonder my day sucked, because I can't connect with myself. I can't connect with anybody else." (01:01)
The Ripple Effect of Generosity
- Observes the surprise and gratitude of the family behind him, leading Andy to reflect on his own attitude and the value of giving.
- Emphasizes habits like texting friends or clients to express gratitude as a remedy for feeling low.
Quote:
"Every time something bad happens to me, I just go buy somebody something. I just go do something for somebody... Dude, when you get in the act of, like, these good airplanes and doing good work, you'll never feel that way again. Never." (02:16)
Spiritual Framing and The Battle Against Negativity
- Frames negative emotions and selfishness as "not from God" and aligns acts of kindness with spiritual fulfillment.
Quote:
"The devil doesn't want any of you in here to help anybody. He doesn't. So that's why, when something's not going good, you immediately go help somebody because you do the opposite of what he wants you to do." (03:10)
Money and Fulfillment: More Than a Paycheck
- Shares his realization that monetary highs are fleeting compared to genuine personal connections and purpose.
- Warns that money amplifies character:
- If you’re a good person, wealth will help you amplify your positive impact.
- If not, money only exacerbates personal flaws.
Quote:
"Money will never make you happy... Money also magnifies who you are. And so if you're an asshole in this room and you get money, you're going to be a bigger asshole. But if you're a good person, dude, you should make a lot of money because you're just going to go help a lot of people." (04:02)
Stewardship and Self-Reflection
- Stresses the importance of being a good steward of your life, mind, and thoughts.
- Suggests God—or the universe—won’t entrust more abundance until you’re ready to appreciate and use it wisely.
Quote:
"If I was to give you a lot right now, all you're gonna do is just do something stupid with it... Really, at the end of the day, you just need to be like, man, you know, like, I just need to be in control of my own thoughts. That's your greatest responsibility." (05:01)
Purpose: Becoming the Greatest Problem Solver
- Encourages the audience to become world-class problem-solvers, starting with solving their own issues before they can help others.
Quote:
"Your number one goal in life is to become the greatest problem solver on planet Earth. But the sad thing is, is that most of us learn how to solve everyone else's problem, but we can't solve our own." (06:10)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- "No one can connect with me. Well, no wonder my day sucked, because I can't connect with myself." (01:01)
- "Every time something bad happens to me, I just go buy somebody something. I just go do something for somebody." (02:16)
- "The devil doesn't want any of you in here to help anybody. He doesn't." (03:10)
- "Money will never make you happy... Money also magnifies who you are." (04:02)
- "I just need to be in control of my own thoughts. That's your greatest responsibility." (05:01)
- "Your number one goal in life is to become the greatest problem solver on planet Earth." (06:10)
Important Segment Timestamps
- 00:00 – 02:00: Drive-thru story; mood and resistance to kindness
- 02:00 – 03:30: Emotional shift and impact of paying it forward
- 03:30 – 04:30: Linking kindness to spiritual beliefs
- 04:30 – 06:00: Deepening into money, fulfillment, and stewardship
- 06:00 – 07:00: On solving your own problems and finding purpose
Tone and Style
Andy’s signature high-energy, no-nonsense style is present throughout. He speaks with candor, self-deprecating humor, and a sense of urgency, weaving in motivational, practical, and spiritual advice. The tone is gritty, authentic, and ultimately uplifting.
Summary
Andy Elliott’s episode offers a raw and powerful reminder that lasting fulfillment comes from contributing to others, practicing gratitude, and maintaining control over one’s mindset. Financial success is part of the journey, but its true value is only realized when it amplifies one’s capacity for generosity and growth. Andy encourages listeners to focus on solving real problems—starting with their own—and to measure their success not just by what they gain, but by how they help others along the way.