Nerd's Eye View

MAY 15, 2023

From the introduction of computers to the rise of the internet to the emergence of ‘robo-advisors’, there has been no shortage of innovations that would allegedly reduce the need for consumers to work with (human) financial advisors. Read More.

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Don Connelly & Associates

JULY 10, 2023

There's never been a better time to build a financial advisory practice. More people than ever are clamoring for quality, objective financial advice to guide critical life decisions. It's also a very challenging time for newer financial advisors as the competition for quality prospects is fierce.

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Don Connelly & Associates

JULY 10, 2023

There's never been a better time to build a financial advisory practice. More people than ever are clamoring for quality, objective financial advice to guide critical life decisions. It's also a very challenging time for newer financial advisors as the competition for quality prospects is fierce.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 28, 2023

Also in industry news this week: The SEC released a proposal that would require firms to take steps to eliminate or neutralize conflicts of interest when using predictive data analytics tools with clients A recent study found that financial advisors remain the top source of financial advice for consumers, with social media coming in well behind From (..)

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Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In this podcast I talk with Bob Veres about the future of the industry, and specifically, financial advisor fees. I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. I have a weekly newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.”

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

There’s a ton of bogus crap advice out there that people doll out when they are trying to convince you to hire them as a financial advisor. Use these tips to find a good financial advisor and avoid the lying grifters! I was recently featured in a MarketWatch article about how to find a good financial advisor.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

AUGUST 23, 2023

These trendsetters now form the bulk of the global workforce, and as they ascend, they’re on the lookout for financial advisors who understand their evolving financial landscape. Beneath the surface, there are three compelling reasons why financial advisors should focus on millennials.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 27, 2023

In the context of financial advisors, surveys have shown that CFP certification serves as an important branding signal for consumers seeking the services of a qualified advisor. Some strategies to do so can include simply talking about their own experiences as CFP professionals more intentionally (e.g., Read More.

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FMG

OCTOBER 6, 2022

From financial planning and risk analysis tools to marketing automation platforms , technology streamlines processes, increases productivity, and helps you grow your business faster. CRM for financial advisors tracks, manages, and analyzes the interactions you have with clients, prospects, referrals, and strategic partners.

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BlueMind

JULY 15, 2022

Although the purpose is simple: to protect investors, customers, the economy, and society from financial crimes but on the other hand it increased compliance challenges for financial advisors. This article " Top Compliance Challenges Financial Advisors Face " was first published on BlueMind Blog.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 6, 2022

When it comes to politically charged discussions, financial advisors generally try to stay neutral and focus on providing clients with objective financial advice. If a client is adamant about their concerns, it may be a good idea for the advisor to perform a check-in to determine where their feelings are coming from.

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Sara Grillo

AUGUST 14, 2023

So we’ve got a lively crew here today to debate, does it really matter if someone is a fiduciary financial advisor, or not? I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Let’s debate it! Let’s talk about it.

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Don Connelly & Associates

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Financial advisors with any ambitions of growing their practices in the next couple of decades can’t ignore the emergence of Gen Z as an economic force. They will be more educated and more ambitious than their generational predecessors, and they will be starving for financial advice.

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Watch as all h&#@ breaks loose discussing the question of broker vs. financial advisor, commissions, fees, value, and more! I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. This debate went psycho at times.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 21, 2022

I feel that to proclaim that somebody is a top advisor based on AUM or Twitter followers is an abridgement of morality, and it is my goal to overshadow any media voice that claims as such. I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. Ethics matter in financial advice! Ethics matter.

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The Big Picture

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Many who had passed – speakers, sponsors, media – were already asking about next year’s event. How financial advisors can create a more inclusive future for the industry (Financial Planning, September 13, 2022). Conversation With the Cast of “This Is Not Financial Advice” (ETFdb, Sep 12, 2022). ~~~.

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Tucker Advisors

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

How to Grow on Twitter as a Financial Advisor. By Jordan Collins Tucker Advisors Senior Digital Marketing Specialist. Today we will show you how to grow on Twitter as a financial advisor. Before we dive in, we want to explain how this can inform and grow your financial advisory practice. Table of Contents .

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Envision Wealth Planning

MAY 23, 2022

Ethical financial advisors are on the rise and are now doing things within their businesses with the hope to serve as an example of the right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow. I’m tired of the nonsense “top advisor” lists based on AUM or how many Twitter followers somebody has. Ethics matter in financial advice!

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 25, 2022

If I were a financial advisor wanting to grow my business, I would do it weird as hell. This blog talks about target markets for financial advisors and we’re going to discuss four examples of wild, wacky niches that have turned out to be simply brilliant for the advisors brave enough to venture forth.

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

After all, if a client feels that a financial planner understands him, then he remains loyal to him. Who is a financial advisor or a certified financial planner? Many times, it happens that the idea of choosing a financial advisor fills you with fear and dread. How to Compensate Financial Advisors?

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Sara Grillo

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

The Transparent Advisor Movement’s mission is to promote ideals of clarity, modesty, integrity, dignity, and client advocacy in all aspects of financial advice, with a special focus on Advice Only, Flat Fee, and Hourly service models. Join the Transparent Advisor Movement. Or whether you are a good person or not.

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Sara Grillo

JANUARY 8, 2024

I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I have a newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.” I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Thanks for reading.

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 5, 2023

However, a vast majority of people still place their trust in human financial advisors with whom they can communicate face-to-face and receive pertinent financial advice. The result is a personalized investment strategy tailored to your needs and financial goals. Need a financial advisor?

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Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 21, 2022

For those looking to crack in and get a job at an RIA firm and become a financial advisor – good news! I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. I have a weekly newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.”

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FMG

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In the case of financial advisors, they need to find the marketing tactic that works best for their niche. For that reason, we’ll be taking a look at what marketing tactics financial advisors use, and how it’s worked out for them. The same goes for financial advisors and anyone else in the finance field.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

As a financial advisor, you understand the importance of getting noticed in today’s competitive landscape. Introducing our comprehensive SEO checklist tailored specifically for financial advisors like you. In the United States alone, there are over 330,000 financial advisors, and this number is rapidly growing.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 11, 2022

Today I have Rick Ferri with me who is an hourly advisor, a CFA charterholder, a Marine, and the host of the Bogleheads podcast. I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. What is an hourly financial advisor?

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Midstream Marketing

MARCH 8, 2023

We had been using an amazing copywriter, a veteran writer in the financial advisor space for over 20 years. This led to a conversation about ChatGPT and how it can help financial advisors jump-start the content creation process. In fact, it actually really just shows how powerful and unique your “advice” is.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Financial advisors now have tools to understand client needs better and deliver a more personalized experience. This fosters trust and strengthens the bond between clients and financial planners, ensuring long-term associations. Why Financial Advisors Need to Adapt to Digital Management Platforms?

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Sara Grillo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The impact of their healthcare choices on their financial plan – healthcare is a large line item. I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I have a newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.”

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 22, 2023

1 Generations Y (Millennials) and Z are seeking financial advice today and they are likely to pursue providers who meet their needs now. In fact, the Fidelity Investments 2022 Investor Insights Study found that 63 percent of GenY and Gen Z believe working with an advisor is key to achieving financial success.

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eMoney Advisor

JUNE 6, 2023

Lack of Trust in Financial Advice Countless Americans rely on financial advisors to plan for the near term and the future, but the financial advisor industry is running into a credibility problem: relatively few American consumers trust it.

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eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ninety-eight percent of financial clients indicate that a financial advisor’s website is important to them, and a third of them say that it is extremely important. Offering niche financial advice allows you to deliver as much value as possible to meet particular client needs.

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Sara Grillo

JUNE 2, 2022

I am writing it because I’m sick of the BS narratives perpetrated by the financial media, a prime example being the Barron’s Top Advisor List. There are other nonsense financial advisor rankings such as Forbes and CNBC that I rip apart here too. Different advisors are great for different clients.

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Steve Sanduski

MAY 16, 2023

Only a human financial advisor can understand the complex range of emotions they elicit, the nuance they require to navigate, and the depth and breadth of planning needed to adapt to them. We’re in a bull market for financial advice, but NOT a bull market for financial advisors. Well, consider this.

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Sara Grillo

MAY 16, 2022

Although the cost of financial advice has come done somewhat from past years, investment management and financial planning are still ludicrously expensive. For many people, the high cost of financial advice makes it non-accessible. I’m pleased to present you with a list of low cost financial advisors!

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AdvisorPR

MAY 13, 2020

An Advisor’s Guide to “The New Normal” of Business During COVID-19 It’s the “new normal” they say. “We So how is a financial advisor supposed to “advise” amidst a lingering pandemic? We could see a resurgence in the fall,” some warn. Stayhomestaysafe or some iteration is everywhere you look. List your platforms here.)

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