Don’t Let Politics Derail Your Client Relationships
Election season is upon us, and as candidates from both major parties—Kamala Harris and Tim Walz on the Democratic side, and Donald Trump and JD Vance on the Republican side—take center stage, advisors may increasingly find themselves in uncomfortable conversations. Politics can easily seep into discussions, potentially affecting client relationships. Here’s how financial advisors can […]
What The New iPhone 16 Launch Can Teach Advisors
The launch of the new iPhone 16 is sparking excitement everywhere. Packed with AI-driven features, cutting-edge apps, and powerful hardware, it promises to transform how users interact with their devices. For some, this new model represents the pinnacle of technological evolution—an essential upgrade that will enhance every facet of their day-to-day life. But let’s be […]
Is It Too Late To Move In 2024?
As the year draws to a close, financial advisors contemplating a switch to a new broker-dealer are likely asking themselves one pressing question: is there enough time to make a move before the end of 2024? Transitioning to a new broker-dealer can be a complex and time-consuming process, involving everything from due diligence to the […]
Keep Your Head on a Swivel: What NFL Quarterbacks Can Teach Financial Advisors About Navigating Transitions
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. With football season kicking off next week, I couldn’t help but think of one of my favorite phrases: “keep your head on a swivel.” While this advice is crucial for NFL quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes or Josh Allen, it’s just as relevant for financial […]
With B. Riley Hitting Bumps, What Should Advisors Do?
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. For financial advisors, the choice of broker-dealer (BD) is a cornerstone of their practice. It’s not just about the products or services offered; it’s about the reputation and stability of the BD that underpins the trust you’ve built with your clients. But what happens […]
Like Hitting Every Green Light On The Way Home
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. For many financial advisors, transitioning to a new broker-dealer is the capstone of their career’s first chapter. It’s the moment when all the hard work, dedication, and strategic growth culminate in an opportunity for a significant financial windfall. Like hitting every green light on […]
Repapering’s Bark Worse Than Its Bite
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. Financial advisors who have been hesitant to leave their existing firms to pursue better opportunities elsewhere often site one reason: repapering. The paperwork required to move clients from the old broker-dealer to a new one has long been perceived as a significant hurdle. Advisors […]
Why You Should Think About Quitting Your New BD Before You Even Join
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. They say the secret to a successful life is to picture your funeral and work backward. The idea is that you’ll have the lessons of a full lifetime and the chance to make changes if things don’t look or feel right. The same principle […]
“Am I A Bad Person?” For Switching Broker Dealers?
Prefer to listen to this article as a podcast? Click here. Did you see Nike’s big ad for the 2024 Summer Olympics? It was titled “Am I A Bad Person?” and it used that question to tap into the winner’s mentality in a unique and ultimately inspiring way. Actually, inspiring might not go far enough. […]