Dustin Stanley, Founder and Senior Financial Advisor at Stanley Wealth and Retirement, is calling on Americans to take more deliberate steps in preparing for their futures—both financially and personally. In a recent in-depth interview, Stanley shared insights from his own journey, urging individuals to focus on habits that create stability and peace of mind.
“Every December, I sit down and write out my goals for the next year,” Stanley said. “Some are professional, some are personal, and some are spiritual. Writing them down makes them real. Without that step, distractions win.”
A Growing Need for Action
Research shows that 64% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, and nearly 40% feel behind on retirement savings (Federal Reserve, 2023). Stanley argues that while financial planning is important, the deeper issue is often clarity and consistency.
“I’ve learned that people can accomplish far more than they think in two or three years,” he explained. “But it starts with listening to yourself, setting specific goals, and then taking the small steps every day.”
Lessons in Resilience
Stanley’s philosophy stems from his own life. When his family’s business closed after 24 years, he thought his career was over. Instead, it pushed him into retirement planning, where he built a career helping families remove financial stress.
“Endings can be beginnings,” Stanley said. “That was the hardest lesson I had to learn, but it’s also the one that gave me the most growth.”
Call to Action
Stanley encourages people to take small, practical steps right now:
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Write down 3–5 goals for the next year—professional, personal, and personal growth.
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Break them into 2–3 year increments to make them achievable.
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Use downtime—like walks, drives, or quiet mornings—to reflect and reset.
“Success is never owned,” Stanley noted. “It’s only rented. And the rent is due every week, month, and year.”
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
About Dustin Stanley
Dustin Stanley is the Founder and Senior Financial Advisor at Stanley Wealth and Retirement, based in Sarasota, Florida. He specializes in retirement planning, wealth management, and income strategies, and is a frequent speaker and educator.
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