Author: Sydney Squires

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Improving The Scalability Of Flat-Fee Models To Capture The ‘Whole Value’ Of Advice

Over the decades, the work that financial advisors do has changed considerably – from product sales to investment management to more...

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Working With ‘Misengaged Couples’: Ways To Engage Both Parties In Planning Conversations

When advisors work with couples, the goal is to make both parties feel seen and heard. Yet while many advisors aim to include both clients,...

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Designing A (Scalable) Advisory Firm PTO Policy For Your First Hire And Beyond

For many advisory firm owners, deciding how much time to take away from work is largely a personal choice shaped by client needs, business...

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The 6 Domains Of Financial Advisor Career Development: Framework For A Scalable Career Growth Plan

An advisor’s initial years present a valuable opportunity to learn the planning process and slowly progress in the firm. Yet Kitces...

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How I Completed My CFP Education Requirement In Less Than 1 Year (While Working Full-Time)

Financial advisors who pursue the CFP certification mid-career often face a daunting logistical reality: how to complete a rigorous...

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (April 4–5)

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news...

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Social Media For Advisors: Market Scalably With Evergreen Content

Social media marketing remains an attractive yet often elusive strategy for financial advisors seeking to build their client base. Its low...

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Personality Assessments For Financial Advisors: How To Choose The Right Tools And Apply Insights To Improve Fit, Productivity, And Retention

Advisory firm teams are composed of individuals from a variety of backgrounds who each bring their unique personality, preferences, and...

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A 5-Step Framework To Get More Out Of Discovery Meetings And Uncover What Clients Really Want

Financial advisors often begin new client relationships with a long checklist of logistical onboarding tasks – transferring accounts,...

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The 4 Components Of Senior Advisor Satisfaction: Structuring Compensation, Workload, And More For Long-Term Retention (Latest From Kitces Research)

Senior advisors occupy a uniquely high-impact role within advisory firms. Typically responsible for leading client relationships, driving...

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