Michael Kitces joins Elementality to discuss trends in advisory firm growth, writing impactful content, and serving underserved markets. They explore subscription-based service models, setting fees based on income levels, and strategies for scaling financial advisory firms.

Abby Morton, Director of Advisor Success at Elements, and Jordan Haines discuss delivering early value to clients in financial advising. They emphasize focusing on essential activities before creating a comprehensive financial plan, highlighting the importance of prompt feedback and client engagement. They explore the significance of gathering client information, enhancing client understanding, and structuring client relationships for optimal satisfaction.

Today Reese Harper talks with Robert Sofia, CEO and founder of Snappy Kraken, a marketing automation tool for financial advisors. Reese and Robert explore Robert's unique journey to starting Snappy Kraken. They also discuss the type of content that Robert has seen work with financial advisors, and they unique tips and tricks advisors can implement to make interacting with them at the top of the funnel easier for people. And finally, Reese and Robert discuss how small financial advisor firms can prioritize who their next hire should be to set them up for success in the long-run. If you’re a financial advisor interested in making their marketing better, then this episode is for you.

Today we talk with Denis Konoplev, co-founder of paraplanner.ai, an AI tool for advisors to use in place of a traditional paraplanner. In this show we talk about Denis’s journey from a financial planning client to creating AI technology for financial advisors. We discuss where AI makes the most sense in an advisor’s workflow, and where a human advisor is absolutely essential. If your an advisor curious about how AI can help you save time data gathering and processing data, then this episode is for you. Show Notes: Paraplanner.ai

Today we talk with Bill Cates, the original referral coach and client acquisition expert, about his new book “The Language of Referrals.” In this show we discuss the general trends in new client acquisition, the most important characteristics of successful advisors when it comes to growth, and we explore the 6-part framework presented in his book.

We welcome a repeat guest to the show - Jeff Morgan, CMO and AI connoisseur at Elements.  In this show we discuss the tools that Jeff uses today to help him not only write compelling marketing materials, but also sift through and analyze data, and research ever-changing topics in the industry.  

Justin Castelli opens up about his latest venture into life planning, aiming to revolutionize the way financial advisors engage with clients and themselves. By shedding light on his own transformative experience and the impact of helping others align their financial strategies with their genuine life goals, Justin advocates for a more authentic, fulfilling approach to financial advising. This episode is an essential listen for advisors seeking to navigate the emotional aspects of finance, providing insights into the future of advisory services where life planning plays a pivotal role.

Colin Day, advisor at Correct Capital, shares how he uses Elements and social media to attract and prospect potential clients. In this episode you'll learn: How to think about "client engagement" How Colin leveraged bad luck to create an intersting story  How to use Elements to attract and qualify potential clients

How do you monitor and communicate the progress your clients are making? In this episode you’ll learn how Physicians Thrive leverages the Elements platform to fill critical gaps in financial monitoring and planning, ensuring ongoing improvement in their clients' financial health.

The path to financial security is never linear—unforeseen circumstances make every person’s journey different. That’s why so many people want to know “Am I doing OK?” as they confront life’s financial twists and turns. On this Elementality, Reese and Carl explain why consumers are looking for someone who can assess and then monitor their financial vital signs.