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When life shakes you, how do you respond—break or grow stronger?
In this episode, Dr. Frank Douglas and wealth advisor William Bissett explore purpose, resilience, and the life-changing question: “What’s your Porsche?”

If you’re seeking clarity, direction, or a deeper understanding of antifragility, this episode offers powerful stories and insights to help you live—and choose—more intentionally.

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Episode Summary

In this episode of The Antifragility Reframe, Dr. Frank Douglas sits down with William Bissett, President of Portus Wealth Advisors and host of Speaking of Startups. William shares how a series of unexpected encounters—from serving hors d'oeuvres to global power brokers to finding meaning in economics—reshaped his trajectory and led him toward a career rooted in purpose, service, and helping others build both wealth and wisdom.

Together, they dive into the essence of antifragility: transforming setbacks, pressures, and uncertainties into growth. William reflects on powerful stories from clients whose life experiences—whether facing terminal illness or standing at a crossroads—offered profound lessons about living fully, choosing intentionally, and not postponing joy.

Dr. Douglas and William explore the transformative question: “What’s your Porsche?”—a metaphor for the meaningful decisions and desires we delay, often until it’s too late.

This is an inspiring conversation on purpose, opportunity, resilience, and how embracing the present can reshape the way we prepare for the future.

Key Topics
• How unexpected encounters can shape direction and purpose
• Finding clarity after feeling lost or directionless
• The role of mentors, clients, and community in lifelong learning
• Antifragility: reframing setbacks into growth and opportunity
• Wealth beyond finances—family, legacy, and personal meaning
• The decade-by-decade reflection on life and living in the present
• The importance of not postponing joy: What’s your Porsche?

Timeline Summary

00:04 — Introduction
Dr. Douglas sets the stage and previews William Bissett’s transformative journey.
01:24 — A Lost Student Finds Direction
William shares how chance encounters in Washington, D.C. sparked his interest in economics.
04:41 — The Career Pivot
Returning to school with purpose, progressing from insurance to wealth management.
07:17 — Lessons From Clients
William reflects on how clients shaped his understanding of growth, life, and legacy.
07:58 — Opportunity and Growth
The origins of Portus Wealth Advisors and the philosophy that opportunities are everywhere.
08:40 — A Client’s Life Reflection
A powerful decade-by-decade story from a client battling cancer, emphasizing living in the present.
11:34 — “What’s Your Porsche?”
A story of a client who postponed joy—until it was too late—creating a powerful lesson about intentional living.
14:21 — Closing Reflection
Dr. Douglas challenges the audience to rethink their choices and live an antifragile life.

Links & Resources

• Learn more about Portus Wealth Advisors - https://portusadvisors.com/
• Speaking of Startups Podcast – Hosted by William Bissett - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
• Connect with Dr. Frank L. Douglas at Safe Haven Dialogues LLC - https://www.safehavendialogues-llc.com/
• Listen to more episodes at The Antifragility Reframe Podcast - https://www.safehavendialogues-llc.co...

Closing Remark

As you reflect on this episode, consider the central question:
What’s your Porsche?
What meaningful action, joy, or purpose are you postponing—waiting for a “better” time?
Antifragility invites you to grow through challenge, embrace the present, and make intentional choices that strengthen both your life and legacy.

Thank you for listening to The Antifragility Reframe.