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Tax Famous: Influence Starts with Intention, Featuring Steven Jarvis

By RiseAboveTheNoise | August 11, 2025

Some people wait to be noticed. Others build a strategy so their voice can’t be ignored.

In this episode, host Matt Halloran talks to Steven Jarvis, widely known as “the least boring CPA you’ll ever meet,” to uncover how he went from another face in a massive firm to becoming tax famous, an influencer in a niche most people avoid.

This conversation is for anyone who’s tired of blending in and ready to build a brand that truly resonates.

Steven opens up about the turning points that helped him rise above the noise; what he’s learned from failing forward; and the specific, repeatable strategies that helped him become a sought-after speaker, creator, and trusted expert. From content consistency to performance mindset, this episode is a masterclass in brand-building through authenticity.

You’re about to discover:

Why being polarizing can be the key to building authority
How Steven leverages conferences, podcasts, and emails to grow his audience
The myth of originality and why repetition matters more
What tax professionals and entrepreneurs must unlearn to gain traction

It’s time to rise above the noise.

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From Zero to Trusted: Samantha Russell’s Guide to Standing Out

By RiseAboveTheNoise | August 11, 2025

When Samantha Russell entered financial services, she didn’t wait for permission to be seen; she created the spotlight herself.

In our debut episode of Rise Above the Noise, host Matt Halloran sits down with one of the industry’s most influential voices to uncover how she built her brand, cultivated loyal fans, and helped transform how advisors approach marketing in a highly regulated world.

From launching Twenty Over Ten with zero contacts to becoming FMG’s Chief Evangelist, Samantha shares the behind-the-scenes stories and battle-tested strategies that shaped her journey. She opens up about raising her visibility through content, breaking the “speak like an advisor” trap, and navigating compliance without silencing authenticity.