This article first appeared on Nasdaq. Understanding how to uniquely manage each client during periods of market volatility is a major issue for advisory firms. So, when you have the capability to predict each client’s reactions in advance of market movements, communication is straightforward, understanding that markets are not predictable, but human behavior is. After […]
This article first appeared on Nasdaq. And the hits keep coming, so to speak. Never has every move, decision, and interaction with clients of financial advisors been analyzed to this degree. And that will only become more prevalent. Any form of questionable practice will be identified and challenged. It begs the question, are financial advisors […]
This article first appeared on HR Management. Is diversity and inclusion (D&I) in organizations and teams just the latest HR craze? Or maybe just a nod to equality compliance? Neither. D&I, when introduced appropriately, mines the rich and often untapped talent within an organization. In fact, understanding what D&I means when implemented within a business […]
This article first appeared on Nasdaq. Getting to know a client in advance is a sound business approach; getting to know an entrepreneur client in advance is essential. From the first meeting, for financial advisors advising entrepreneurs, be relatable and accessible. They want you to advise them, so, take an interest in their professional and […]
This article first appeared on HR Management. Our greatest asset is our people. How often have you heard such a statement and then wondered why attrition at the company is off the Richter scale? After all, its a glib, meaningless statement unless the action supporting it is real. In other words, while increasing the bottom […]
This article first appeared on Nasdaq. People don’t make rational decisions, including decisions about investing. The degree to which we make ludicrous choices depends on our DNA. (No, really; bear with me.) Decision making by both investors and advisors can be less reckless if we don’t understand more about individual behaviors and why we make […]
