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The Million Dollar Technician-Make Every Dollar You Earn Work Harder Than You Do- SW-Chapter

The Million Dollar Technician,estimator, service advisor, manager, or shop owner,


How to Make Every Dollar You Earn Work Harder Than You Do:

You work hard for your paycheck. Let’s talk about how to make it work harder for you!

Whether you’re a technician, estimator, service advisor, manager, or shop owner, you’ll leave with practical ideas to help protect your hard-earned income, build wealth over time, and plan for the retirement you want.

A strong income doesn’t always translate into financial security. For many automotive professionals, tool payments, vehicle expenses, and everyday spending can make it difficult to get ahead, even after years of earning a good living.

Join Guy Ridout with Konvergent Wealth Management for an engaging, practical evening focused on building financial confidence, reducing financial stress, and creating more options for your future.

During this session, we’ll explore:

  • Why high-earning automotive professionals can still struggle financially

  • The Technician Wealth Gap: Two technicians. Same income. Very different retirement outcomes.

  • The long-term cost of tool debt, expensive vehicles, and lifestyle inflation

  • How starting early can make a substantial difference in retirement savings

  • Understanding good debt versus bad debt

  • Simple ways to automate savings and investing

  • How to think like a business owner, even when you work for someone else

  • Practical habits that support financial independence throughout your career

Through real-world examples, Guy will show how people with similar incomes can build very different financial futures based on their spending, saving, and investing decisions.

Date: November 16, 2026
Meeting Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Presentation Begins: 6:30 p.m.

Location:
Tumwater Valley Golf Club
4611 Tumwater Valley Dr SE
Olympia, WA 98501

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