Small Steps.

COMPOUNDING
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Meet the Host, Shannon Davis, CRC ,CLTC , NSSA

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Hi, I’m Shannon Davis - Financial Advisor and Certified Retirement Counselor. I work closely with firefighters and first responders across Ohio through the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters (OAPFF 457(b) Deferred Comp Plan).

With an in-depth understanding of Ohio pensions - especially the Ohio Police and Fire Pension - I help you maximize your benefits and create a clear, achievable path toward retirement.

I specialize in personalized strategies tailored to public sector employees - plans that align with your schedule, benefits and goals.

Whether you’re seeking guidance or ready to explore your options, I’m here to help.

Let’s talk about how we can harness the power of Compounding Change to build a secure and rewarding future for you and your family.

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A Plan for A Change

Taking Compounding Change to the Next Level

Step 01

Contact Me to Talk About You

You have dreams, goals, hurdles and difficulties like no other. Let's schedule a call and talk things through.

Step 02

Get a Plan for Change

A plan allows you to stay on point, do the next right thing, and achieve your goals no matter what happens along the way. Let's make one for you.

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Step 03

Manage Change

If we anticipate change, then we can be ready when it happens. You're never on your own in the unknown when you have a plan, and someone on your side to manage it.

Step 04

Meet the Future

Compounding Change means small tweaks add up to big differences. Keep looking ahead so that even the unexpected surprises won't be surprises.

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The Compounding Change Podcast

Delving into the power of compounding – for personal growth and financial success

In the Compounding Change Podcast, we uncover inspiring stories of individuals who have made meaningful changes in their lives, their careers and the lives of others through small, consistent actions.

From transformative personal journeys and life changing stories, to expert insights on building wealth and achieving goals, Compounding Change is your guide to creating lasting impact, one step at a time.

Get ready to amplify your life and finances with Compounding Change!

Just Released -Episode 21

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Do Something - Episode 6: Planning to Plan a Retirement Plan

Retirement can sound like the finish line after decades of working, saving, and striving. But what if it’s really the start of something entirely new? So many people focus on what they’re leaving — a job, the grind, the stress — without ever asking what they’re stepping into.

In this episode of Compounding Change and the Do Something mini-series, hosts Shannon Davis and Jenna Stoliker dive into what it truly means to prepare for retirement.

Remember, retirement doesn’t start when the paycheck stops.

Whether you’re five months or five years away, the message is clear: take one small step today toward something that matters, and begin living the future you’ve imagined.

Recent Episodes

Episode #20

The Medicare Open Enrollment Trap: A Conversation with Amy Terrell

For many, Medicare open enrollment feels like navigating a maze. But with the right guidance, this season can be an opportunity to ensure your coverage actually fits your life.

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Episode #19

Do Something Series - Purposeful Steps Toward Career Change

Career changes can feel like being at a crossroads with fear and excitement tugging at you. It’s rarely a clean break. Instead, it’s a journey through messy middles, self-doubt and small steps that build into something new new.

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Episode #18

Coaching to Re-Light the Spark: A Conversation with Joe DeGain

What happens if you lose that "Spark"? The pressures of daily life, travel, and even the demands of doing what we love can leave us feeling drained. True growth often comes when we lean into hard conversations that shape our character.

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Patience and Perseverance: What Bourbon and Firefighters Teach Us About Building Financial Strength

As I often remind the firefighters I work with: “Save early in your 457(b) so you’ll have choices - choices about when to retire and how to spend your retirement.”

How Much Can I Spend in Retirement?

What the 4% Rule Gets Right and What It Misses for Public Employees “The goal isn’t to follow a formula - it’s to build a plan that fits your life, your health, and your values.”

No Water, No Problem? Why Retiring Without a Backup Plan Can Leave You Parched

When you’re working and hit a financial bump, there are workarounds. Firefighters can pick up extra shifts. Public employees might take on side jobs. And let’s not forget the gig economy - Uber, tutoring, dog walking, delivering groceries… your hustle, your choice.