by Patrick M. Kelly | May 21, 2010 | Financial Advisor Job Recruits, Financial Recruiting Industry
As financial recruiters, we often hear an initial objection from advisors saying they are happy where they are. And that’s good, because a positive attitude about your firm leads to increased sales…but it doesn’t end here. There’s more to the equation. So, what other...
by Patrick M. Kelly | May 19, 2010 | Economy, Financial Services Industry
Looks like the regulatory reform legislation will come to a vote this week, but not without amendments which some say are “spinning out of control!” So what else is new in Washington? And how do you get 100 senators to agree on a sweeping bill to reform the financial...
by Patrick M. Kelly | May 17, 2010 | Financial Services Industry
[pullquote] Branch managers are supposed to be leaders, so they can have significant impact on the local culture. Their leadership can profoundly affect an advisor’s perception, productivity and, ultimately, his loyalty.[/pullquote] President and CEO of...
by Patrick M. Kelly | May 14, 2010 | Breakaway Brokers, Job Market, RIA
I have often had asked of me by potential breakaway brokers why they would want to join an established RIA, versus going “truly” independent by opening their own independent registered advisor. Probably the most influential factor is accessibility to existing...
by Patrick M. Kelly | May 12, 2010 | Economy, Financial Services Industry
Goldman Sachs was acting “within the rules of the government” states Sramana Mitra, technology entrepreneur and strategy consultant, in her article published by Forbes.com on April 30. You need to read this…it is one of the most thought provoking and intelligent...
