Playing all the notes
By David A. SaltzmanMany years ago when I was taking piano lessons, I had the unfortunate habit of leaving some of the notes out of my chords.
February 09, 2011
MetalheadsI have a customer who wants to turn $200,000 of diversified investments into silver. He's in his early 40s and thinks silver will go like mad for a time.
February 09, 2011
MetalheadsI have a customer who wants to turn $200,000 of diversified investments into silver. He's in his early 40s and thinks silver will go like mad for a time.
February 09, 2011
Five Best Sources to Find Good Employees to Hire for Advisory FirmsFirst, reward your employees for hiring referrals, then try Craig’s List and colleges with CFP and Master’s programs . . .
February 09, 2011
NASAA's Legislative Blueprint for Investor ProtectionThe North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) recently outlined its legislative blueprint for the new Congress. I want to highlight…
February 08, 2011
More Super Bowl success: For advisors the little things are hugeIn last week's blog, I talked about preparing for the big game and how quarterbacks (and advisors) needed a "flight plan" to succeed.
February 08, 2011
Valentine's Day a great life insurance awareness opportunityValentine's Day is Monday. That means guys across the country this week are stressing over what to get that special girl in their life. And, yes, many women are also unsure about what to get their guy that will accurately convey their feelings.
February 08, 2011
Call for Nominations: Broker of the YearBenefits Selling, a sister publication to National Underwriter Life & Health, has extended the nomination deadline for the Broker of the Year award to Friday, Feb. 11.

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