By Mindy Diamond – While the byproduct of changing firms could be enhanced client service, control and growth, it could also deliver the really nice perk of allowing the advisor to monetize his/her business twice – yet moving only once.
By Mindy Diamond, Financial Advisor IQ – So many advisors find themselves at a tipping point when they question whether their current firm is still the right “fit” for their careers, clients and lives. This self-reflection can be a daunting exercise — often spurred by an excess of frustration over inefficient processes, cultural changes within the organization, or even concern over their own legacy.
Mindy Diamond Quoted – By Eric Rasmussen, Financial Advisor Magazine – He was born into a pizza dynasty, but Marty Bicknell got a taste of the financial planning business early, rose up through the ranks of a storied broker-dealer, and has been rolling up not dough but financial services companies.
By Mindy Diamond – You’ve spent a professional lifetime building a thriving business. You worked hard for your clients – many of whom are friends and family – to both protect and build their assets. Now it’s time to think about the legacy you want to leave; not only who will replace you as steward and who will go on to serve your clients, but also how you will monetize your life’s work.
By Mindy Diamond – There’s no doubt we have seen a dramatic shift in the industry – the transference of power from the firm to the advisor – yet many advisors still complain of feeling “stuck”. Their concern: facing unforgiven retention deals or recruiting packages that have not yet fully amortized. After all, many advisors jumped from one firm to another some 7 or 8 years ago when the industry was in free fall and the landscape looked very, very different.
