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By James J. GreenWhen people Ive just met learn what I do for a living, their first question inevitably is Where should I invest?
October 01, 2011
SRO Bill May Arrive This FallLawmakers and industry officials debated the merits in mid-September of whether there should be a self-regulatory organization (SRO) for advisors, and at least one industry official says to expect SRO legislation from the House this fall.
October 01, 2011
Stumbling on HappinessOne of the more interesting aspects of consulting with independent advisory firms is that if you work with enough firms for a long enough time, youll see some results that you not only didnt expect, but you couldnt have predicted.
October 01, 2011
Perfecting the Business of AdviceWhat are the characteristics of the most successful advisor firms?
October 01, 2011
Succession Fears: Working Past the Cult of PersonalityCurrent events in the news illustrate the difficulty of effective succession planning.
October 01, 2011
3 tips to build sales nowFollow these tips to encourage business to flow into your sales funnel.
September 30, 2011
You need to deal with needy clientsGreat customer service is obviously paramount, but when does client service turn to monopolization of your resources?
September 29, 2011
Where’s Your Compensation Heading?Most financial advisors expect to see a spike in revenue in 2011 but continuing market volatility and a growing unease over Washington have put a chill on any unfettered enthusiasm.