100 Episodes, One Mission (Ep. 100)

About this episode

In this milestone 100th episode, Eric Blake reflects on the journey of the Simply Retirement Podcast and the values that guide his work in helping women feel confident around money.

One hundred episodes in. More than a milestone, this is a window into the heart behind the work. In this episode, I reflect on what it means to reach Episode 100 of the Simply Retirement Podcast, alongside the people who know me best, my family, Dawn Blake, Kaitlyn Blake-Lolliot, and Eric L. Blake. We talk about why helping women feel confident around money matters so deeply, how communication and compassion shape our work, and what it means to build a business rooted in trust. This conversation also pulls back the curtain on the personal side of Blake Wealth Management, from client relationships to family legacy. More than anything, this episode highlights the values that have carried us this far and the purpose that continues to guide what comes next. Key takeaways: Why making financial conversations easier to understand helps women feel more confident asking questions and making decisions How respect, communication, and legacy shape the way Blake Wealth Management serves clients What it means to support clients through life changes like widowhood, divorce, health issues, and other difficult transitions How Dawn, Kaitlyn, and Eric Lowell each bring a different perspective to…

People in this episode

Host: Eric Blake

Guests: Dawn Blake, Kaitlyn Blake-Lolliot, Eric L. Blake

Topics covered

• financial confidence
• communication
• compassion
• business values
• client relationships
• family legacy

Keywords

• financial conversations
• women's confidence
• life transitions
• multi-generational firm
• trust in business

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blake Wealth Management

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