Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 19, 2024

Which means that longer-term projects, such as creating a succession plan to have in place for the firm when the owner retires, may tend to get put on the back burner. Read More.

Planning 52

Planning Valuation Leadership Communication 52

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

To sustain firm growth, financial advisors often face a dilemma: to focus on what originally drew them to the profession – like financial planning – they often must first do an extensive amount of business development. Even those who do have an interest in marketing may find it challenging to dedicate the time to do it well.

Marketing 88

Marketing Communication Planning Practice Management 88

CFO News Room

JANUARY 27, 2023

By switching to 501(c)(6) nonprofit status, the new CFP Board of Standards will have expanded abilities to advance the planning profession through lobbying and more targeted advertising messages to grow the ranks of CFP professionals.

Nonprofit 130

Nonprofit Practice Management Advertising Leadership 130

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 29, 2024

Most financial advisors strive to provide excellent client care and prioritize a systematic process to maintain regular communication with their clients both on a scheduled (e.g., annual meeting) and an "on demand" basis.

Communication 90

Communication Prioritization Healthcare Planning 90

CFO News Room

JANUARY 24, 2023

Jennifer is the CEO and a Senior Advisor for Milestone Financial Planning, an independent RIA based in Bedford, New Hampshire, that oversees $360 million in assets under management for 225 client households. Welcome back to the 317th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today’s podcast is Jennifer Climo.

Practice Management 130

Practice Management Planning Communication Leverage 130

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2024

Also in industry news this week: The Department of Labor (DoL) this week published a final rule delineating what makes an individual an independent contractor versus a company employee, though it did not provide specific guidance for registered representatives of broker-dealers and other financial professionals who have expressed concern that their (..)

Practice Management 89

Practice Management Budgeting Communication Securities 89

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Also in industry news this week: A legal challenge to FINRA's operations as a self-regulatory organization has the potential to upend the current regulatory system for broker-dealers and their registered representatives A recent study indicates that while many consumers appear confident handling their finances on a 'DIY' basis during their careers, (..)

Strategic Planning 86

Strategic Planning Construction Practice Management Communication 86

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Jarkesy, which in a narrow sense focuses on the SEC's use of in-house Administrative Law Judges to hear securities law cases rather than traditional Federal jury trials, but in a broader sense could call into question the SEC's (and other government agencies') authority to make rules and enforce laws in the absence of specific guidance from Congress (..)

Benchmarking 84

Benchmarking Communication Practice Management Securities 84

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 27, 2023

By switching to 501(c)(6) nonprofit status, the new CFP Board of Standards will have expanded abilities to advance the planning profession through lobbying and more targeted advertising messages to grow the ranks of CFP professionals.

Nonprofit 88

Nonprofit Practice Management Advertising Leadership 88

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 7, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the T3/Inside Information Software Survey is available, providing insights into which technology tools advisors use and their level of satisfaction with them, which highlighted the continued rise of specialized financial planning (..)

Prioritization 88

Prioritization Practice Management Auditing Communication 88

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Much of the marketing and practice management advice in the financial advisory space comes back to 1 recommendation: Specialize in a niche. Because as the industry continues to grow, so too will the demand for accessible financial planning advice! Read More.

Practice Management 82

Practice Management Communication Planning Marketing 82

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 24, 2023

Jennifer is the CEO and a Senior Advisor for Milestone Financial Planning, an independent RIA based in Bedford, New Hampshire, that oversees $360 million in assets under management for 225 client households. Welcome back to the 317th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Jennifer Climo.

Practice Management 94

Practice Management Planning Communication Leverage 94

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Traditionally, financial planning meetings have been held face-to-face in an advisor's office, and over the years, a body of research has emerged showing that how the advisor's office is laid out can have a significant impact on how clients perceive the advisor, their mood during the meeting, and even their resulting financial planning decisions.

Planning 92

Planning Communication Investments Practice Management 92

The Finance Weekly

APRIL 13, 2022

Just about every company can improve efficiency through automation and technology, and this is especially true with tasks such as accounting and financial planning. Practice management softwares help create more efficient tax teams by simplifying activities such as assigning tasks, automating workflows, and getting approvals.

Communication 52

Communication Practice Management Budgeting Forecasting 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This segmentation allows for targeted retention strategies, such as personalized follow-up communication and loyalty programs, which can re-engage patients at risk of attrition. Focusing on these KPIs fosters long-term growth through patient loyalty, strategic financial planning, and price-volume mix analysis.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Healthcare Benchmarking Practice Management 52

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Survey highlights Nearly 35% of accountants cite finding the right talent among their three biggest practice management issues over the past year, compared to just 14% of accountants who cited it last year – making finding talent the fastest-rising industry challenge.

Auditing 52

Auditing Accounting Accounting Firms Practice Management 52

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2024

For example, an advisor may think of "risk management" in terms of life and property insurance coverage, whereas HNW clients may instead think of tax and estate-planning strategies as asset protection measures – particularly for the future wealth of their heirs.

Prioritization 84

Prioritization Risk Management Communication Planning 84

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 8, 2024

to prevent fraud.

Practice Management 84

Practice Management Risk Management Communication Leverage 84

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This segmentation allows for targeted retention strategies, such as personalized follow-up communication and loyalty programs, which can re-engage patients at risk of attrition. Focusing on these KPIs fosters long-term growth through patient loyalty, strategic financial planning, and price-volume mix analysis.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 40

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Healthcare Benchmarking Practice Management 40

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 17, 2022

From there, we have several articles on practice management: Why it is important for advisors charging on a fee-for-service basis to regularly reassess their pricing, and best practices for letting current clients know about a fee increase. Adam is an Associate Financial Planning Nerd at Kitces.com. Team Kitces.

Planning 130

Planning Education Investments Benchmarking 130

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 22, 2024

In many respects, the ideal team is composed of people who will self-manage themselves without requiring extra involvement from the firm owner. The key point is that advisory firms of different sizes, business models, and growth plans all encounter the same pain points that come with building a team.

Communication 52

Communication Compliance Practice Management Numbers 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with a research study suggesting that the market volatility experienced in 2022 could increase demand for financial planning services. Adam is an Associate Financial Planning Nerd at Kitces.com. Enjoy the ‘light’ reading!

Communication 130

Communication Investments Planning Marketing 130

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

a high five, fist bump, or even a literal pat on the back) doesn't often have a foundational role in most work-based relationships, yet using it to communicate encouragement and appreciation can be valued by some employees. As the 5th language, Appropriate Physical Touch (e.g.,

Communication 94

Communication Practice Management Planning 94

PYMNTS

JUNE 19, 2020

And in an interview with Karen Webster, Steven Carter , CEO of online platform TeleVet said that telemedicine has a growing place in the pet care space — chiefly as a means to keep patients and providers in communication about animals’ health, and as a way to keep practices running smoothly.

Healthcare 73

Healthcare Pharmaceutical Communication Practice Management 73

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Michael Kitces is Head of Planning Strategy at Buckingham Strategic Wealth , a turnkey wealth management services provider supporting thousands of independent financial advisors. In 2010, Michael was recognized with one of the FPA’s “Heart of Financial Planning” awards for his dedication and work in advancing the profession.

Education 130

Education Planning Numbers Securities 130

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Each weekday, in our Management Tip of the Day newsletter, HBR offers daily tips to help you better manage your teams — and yourselves — through this period of profound change and uncertainty. Management Tip of the Day. Quick, practical management advice to help you do your job better.

Data Analysis 130

Data Analysis Practice Management Leadership Communication 130

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 27, 2022

or how the limiting of in-person workshops during the pandemic has inspired John to offer financial planning and has increased opportunities for his firm to grow and scale even further, then we hope you enjoy this episode of the Financial Advisor Success podcast, with John Stokes. Author: Michael Kitces. Team Kitces. Nice to meet you.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) 130

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Planning Marketing Manufacturing 130

CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

She is the co-founder and President of Journey Strategic Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser built for advisors seeking independence and full-fledged practice management support. She currently runs a weekly YouTube series called “Practice Management with Penny.”. performance reports).

Practice Management 130

Practice Management Planning Leadership Communication 130