6/9/23
Blessings, my friends. Happy Friday. Remember, drink some water.
This week’s Grounded section comes from our spotlight guest and TFMA Group founder, Jon Brown. I asked him to share a little about his business and himself, and he shared the 3 values that have cultivated the journey to where he is now.
Jon is one of those people you meet that has magnetic confidence without saying much. I met him on my first day at the College of Charleston on the basketball court, where he casually gave me the pickup version of a 40-piece McNugget. Although quiet, he was smiling left and right, happy to be there. Fast forward 11 years, and he’s still on the same wavelength.. Humbly and happily helping people win.
Like most of the good people you meet, he wouldn’t tell you much of this himself. He’s a man of value, faith, and his word. After years of financially helping athletes and entertainers, his mission has been to educate people and small businesses on financial literacy.
More about his business to come in the spotlight ending today’s message.
GROUNDED
Roots - Values
“Small Life Tip - Perseverance, Passion, Continuous Learning
Perseverance: Developing persistence and resilience helped me power through tough times and persevere through the many challenges I faced. This enabled me to maintain a positive outlook and focus on my long-term goals, even when things weren’t going as planned. My advice for those figuring out life as a whole is to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Take risks and don’t be afraid to fail because it’s often through failure that we learn our most valuable lessons.
Passion: Being passionate about my goals and aspirations provided me with the drive and determination to succeed. It kept me motivated, even during difficult times, and enabled me to be creative when problem-solving. Find what drives you to be great day in and day out and pursue it relentlessly. Your passion is a powerful fuel source that can push you through the toughest of obstacles.
Continuous Learning: A hunger for knowledge and a willingness to continuously learn have been imperative in my journey. Try to always be open-minded and receptive to new things. Continuously learn and refine your skills, and be willing to adapt and pivot as needed.”
-Jon Brown
IN THE KLOUDS
Movement - New Songs of the Week
The Weeknd x Madonna - Popular (Mainstream hit from a couple legends)
Marshmello x Brent Faiyaz - Fell in Love (Smooth Collaboration)
Zacari x Ab-Soul - Motions (Relaxed energy - Klouty Inspired)
JMSN - Inferno (80’s zesty energy)
ABOVE KLOUDS
Quote of the Week
“You are not suffering life. You are suffering the two most fantastic faculties that human beings alone have - a vivid sense of memory and a fantastic sense of imagination.” - Sadhguru
KLOUTY SPOTLIGHT
TFMA Group
Since 2019, TFMA has been proud to offer Accounting and Business Management services to professionals across the U.S.
TFMA supports a wide range of personal and business clients working in real estate, the sports industry, general entrepreneurship and more. Guiding individuals to understand their financial situation, conceptualizing their goals, and implementing strategies to aid them to financial success is the formula.
“When thinking about your financial situation and stability, be sure to align your purpose and what you want in life. Of course there are financial metrics to try and reach during our journey, but wealth and financial success look completely different from one person to another. Be sure that the financial position you are aiming for serves you and allows you to step into your purpose.” -JB
