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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 22 MIN

Why Working Harder Is Keeping You Stuck (And What to Do Instead)

from The Trusted Advisor Podcast - Sales, Marketing, and Lead Generation for Financial Advisors, Estate Planning Attorneys, and Insurance Professionals · host Solomon Thimothy

Working more isn’t the answer. Alignment is.In this episode of The Trusted Advisor Podcast, Solomon Thimothy sits down with Erik “The Viking” Solbakken, founder of Viking Academy, to break down how top performers shift from burnout to clarity by focusing on their unique ability.From leaving a traditional accounting path to building a purpose-driven business, Erik shares what actually drives freedom, impact, and long-term growth.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to identify and leverage your unique abilityWhy perfectionism is killing your growthA smarter alternative to billable-hour thinkingHow to create more results with less effortScaling a relationship-driven business doesn’t have to lead to burnout. Tune in to discover a different approach. Subscribe for more real-world strategies on trust, growth, and client acquisition.Discover more insights and strategies at ims.netConnect with The Viking Academy at www.vikingacademy.com 

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Working more isn’t the answer. Alignment is. In this episode of The Trusted Advisor Podcast, Solomon Thimothy sits down with Erik “The Viking” Solbakken, founder of Viking Academy, to break down how top performers shift from burnout to clarity by focusing on their unique ability. From leaving a traditional accounting path to building a purpose-driven business, Erik shares what actually drives freedom, impact, and long-term growth. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to identify and leverage yo...

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