#95: You’re Not Alone: Every Family Struggles with David Westbrook - Farmer

In this episode of the Agricoach Wealth & Wisdom Podcast, Ben sits down with David Westbrook—a man who’s lived the highs and lows of farm succession. David shares the raw, unfiltered story of stepping away from his family’s legacy after conflict and disillusionment, only to return years later with a new perspective and renewed hope.

From confronting generational differences to navigating difficult conversations, David’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, self-discovery, and clear communication in keeping a family and its business thriving.

This episode is packed with lessons for anyone facing the complexities of succession, offering insights on:

• The emotional toll of unclear expectations.
• How to rebuild family trust after years of estrangement.
• Practical strategies for turning conflict into collaboration.

If you’ve ever wondered how to break free from outdated family dynamics or tackle the “elephant in the room” when it comes to succession, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for an honest and enlightening conversation that might just change the way you approach the future of your farm and family.

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One thing I’ve noticed after working with successful families for over 20 years?

They find a way to surround themselves with other driven, switched-on families.
 They don’t leave it to chance — especially when it comes to their kids.

Because deep down, they know this:
You become who you mix with.
And so do your children.

That’s why I created the High Performing Families Accelerator —
 A private mastermind group for families who are still growing

You’ve built a serious business — scaled, profitable, and something to be proud of.
 But here’s the question: what happens next?

If your kids are now in their 20s and you’re 5 to 10 years from stepping back, this is the moment to get everyone on the same page — before decisions get forced on you.

That’s exactly what we’ll help you do at the High Performing Families Roadmap Workshop — back this October by demand.

In two days off-farm, you’ll create a clear 10-year fam

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Ben spent over 20 years working with successful business owners and farming families which allowed him to unearth the timeless principles on how to successfully grow, protect and maintain wealth.

If you want to learn the principles of how to grow your family’s wealth throughout the generations, then you might consider joining The AgriCoach Podcast each fortnight for more Wealth & Wisdom.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is general in nature and for education purposes only. It is not financial advice. It is not legal advice. No one should act on the information without appropriate specific advice for your particular circumstances. Ben Law is a former financial advisor but is no longer licensed and cannot and will not give you specific or personal advice in this podcast. The Financial Bloke Group Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of reliance on the information in this podcast.

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