About Us

Purpose:

Our purpose is to share with others the information we have about the development of wealth and building a legacy for the future. We do not give financial advice. We offer the information we share for entertainment purposes only.

Vision:

All Americans will have an opportunity to become financially literate.

Mission:

Present a variety of information so people will seize opportunities to ensure their success.

About Us

BTZ23 is a company dedicated to providing information to others which has influenced our thinking and actions. Again, this information is not to be misconstrued as financial advice.

At BTZ23 we recognize that life is full of uncertainties, and the importance of understanding the world of finance cannot be overstated. We provide a diverse portfolio of information for consideration, designed to safeguard against unexpected events, providing peace of mind and financial security.

BTZ23 aims to educate and empower our clients, providing them with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions about their financial needs. By offering information on a variety of topics, the information we provide may help others meet their specific requirements and protect what matters most to them.

We provide personalized consultations, in-depth explanations, and ongoing information updates to ensure our clients have a clear understanding of the options they have and how these options may support their financial goals.

At BTZ23, we believe in helping our clients maintain their desired lifestyle, even in the face of unexpected events. We strive to be a trusted partner, providing information necessary to weather life’s storms and seize opportunities. By offering comprehensive information we aim to empower individuals to protect and promote financial well-being.

BTZ23 is dedicated to helping individuals to understand the complex world of finance. We are committed to providing exceptional service, knowledgeable guidance, and peace of mind so our clients can focus on enjoying their lives with confidence their futures are protected.

Brett Zandes, CEO

At heart, I am a teacher, coach, and troubleshooter. I can remember my first experience as a trouble shooter when I was in fourth grade. I had a teacher who was brand new to the profession—we were her first classroom. I really liked her and wanted to help her out. So, I offered my two-cents on what could be done in the classroom to help the overall culture of the room. I went through different aspects of our classroom offering my thoughts. As I reflect on that experience, although she did try a few of my suggestions, I am sure she didn’t appreciate my troubleshooting efforts. I am grateful that this is less the case now.

As a certificated teacher, I started my career as the instructor for 18 special day middle schoolers. I know they learned some things from me, but that pales in comparison to what I learned from them. I learned how to listen, to make sense of not only the spoken words but the meaning behind those words. I learned that there is value and worth in every human being and we need to embrace our differences. I also learned that finding happiness and becoming all you can be, matters a great deal.

Leaving my special day class I became the P.E. instructor (along with two peers) for the entire middle school, over 1,200 pupils. I’m sure we taught health and wellness, skills for specific sports and the schema for being a competitor. What I had confirmed for me was the importance of systems thinking and organization. I practiced setting things up in systemic ways and discovered I was much more efficient and effective. I was able to apply and enhance those lessons when I became the director of my district’s AmeriCorps program and our Expanded Learning Program at all ten sites

Growing up, I always dreamed of three things: the opportunity to help others, being accomplished, and being financially secure. As a former K-12 educator and currently as a part time consultant trainer who provides guidance, coaching and support for others to reach their full potential, I have had the opportunity to help, impact and influence others by being a positive role model and mentor.

Governing Principles

“You have to ''be'' before you can ''do,'' and do before you can “have.” Zig Ziglar

The purpose of BTZ23 is to provide information so others may find a personal niche in the arena of financial well-being and supports them as they become problem solvers and planners of their own, and their families’ future. Our passion is to help others to maximize their financial potential, both in making and saving money.

To ensure that BTZ23 accomplishes its purpose, BTZ23 operates on the following governing principles:

• Excellence is the desired state.
• A powerful vision is essential.
• Planning, laying out the blueprints for success, is essential, both for the long and the short term.
• Structures and systems are in place to facilitate and “make easier” the work of our associates.
• Establishing clear expectations through checklists, protocols, rubrics and other tools helps keep us on track.
• Holding people accountable for doing good work begins with yourself and is a necessary part of creating a culture of excellence.
• 360o input and feedback is essential to maximize growth.

Striving for Brilliance

• Brilliance occurs when people come together to maximize their strengths and minimize their weaknesses. BTZ23 is committed to striving for a culture that supports teamwork and mutual development. To ensure that this culture thrives, BTZ23 focuses on the building of relationships, creating buy-in, and developing the capacity and competency of people to be successful individually and collectively to build the future for themselves they desire.
• We believe that the only way to build quality relationships is through time, care, and belief. We have developed not only the systems and structures to operate the company but also to train, coach and mentor our people. We take care to ensure people have the back-office support and the other products and tools they need to do an excellent job with recruits, clients and one another. We maintain “unconditional positive regard” for one another and believe in the ability of people to do excellent work in representing themselves, their clients, and this company.
• We create buy-in through our structures and systems which allow us to receive 360o input and feedback. Our standing and ad hoc committees, as well as opportunities for agents and associates to share testimonials, create group memories, and participate in regularly scheduled meetings, ensure this input and feedback.
• We are committed to the growth of the company and believe that this can best be achieved by encouraging and supporting the growth of individual agents and associates. Trouble Shooting, Best Practices, Trainings, meetings, and seminars are routinely scheduled to allow agents and associates to network with one another and to learn from the success stories of others and to discuss the best practices in the industry.

  “As long as you’re going to be thinking anyway, think big”

  Donald Trump

   

FAQ’s
How did you get started in this business?

Why do you say this information is for entertainment purposes only?

Nobody knows your situation beter than you do. You may have some blind spots for whatever the reason. I share my journey with you, what I’ve learned, and hopefully you will find it helpful for yourself and fill in a blind spot or two. But I do not give financial advice, simply provide a message of my understanding.

What do you believe is the first step toward financial freedom?

I think the first step is to truly understand your current reality. I think you do this by becoming very intentional in your examination of this reality, then making decisions around whether you are content with where you are and where you will be 50 years from now or if you want to make some changes.