The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors
Mindy Diamond Financial Advisor Recruiter and Consultant
Launched in 2017 as Mindy Diamond on Independence, the show has taken on a broader perspective beyond the independent space to include topics, insights, and candid conversations around financial advisor transitions, growth, and an ever-changing industry landscape. Each episode is designed to offer objective guidance and actionable advice with some of the industry’s brightest movers and shakers.
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Feb 7, 2019 • 47min
A Diehard Merrill Advisor’s Journey to Independence
Michael Henley, a 34-yr old “diehard Merrill Lynch advisor” and team, with a partner less than 10 years from retirement, came to a point at the wirehouse when it was more about “jumping through hoops” for the bank than doing best for their clients.
Jan 24, 2019 • 37min
The Year in Review: The 10 Most Valuable Insights on Independence
A curated collection of the top words of wisdom shared by wealth management industry leaders and top breakaways from the first year of the leading podcast series for advisors exploring the independent space, Mindy Diamond on Independence.
Jan 1, 2019 • 0sec
In His Own Words: A Diehard Merrill Advisor’s Journey to Independence
Michael Henley, a 34-yr old “diehard Merrill Lynch advisor” and team, with a partner less than 10 years from retirement, came to a point at the wirehouse when it was more about “jumping through hoops” for the bank than doing best for their clients.
Dec 13, 2018 • 46min
An Investment Banker’s Perspective on Building an RIA Firm for Maximum Value
In this podcast episode, Liz Nesvold, founder and managing partner of Silver Lane Advisors, joins Mindy to explore what it means to build your business with the end in mind, and why it’s one of the most critical directives an RIA firm owner should follow.
Nov 29, 2018 • 43min
The Rewards and Risks of Independence: A Conversation with Mark Tibergien
Mark Tibergien, the CEO of BNY Mellon Pershing Advisor Solutions, shares his thoughts on the momentum towards independence, the evolving advisor mindset, what it takes to run a successful practice and much more on this podcast episode.
Nov 15, 2018 • 35min
$300mm To $800mm in Just 8 Years: A Conversation with UBS Breakaway Gil Baumgarten
Gil Baumgarten, President and CEO of Segment Wealth, joins Mindy to discuss how, in the 8 short years since he launched his RIA firm, he has more than doubled his assets under management, quadrupled his take-home pay and created a “much better business” for himself and his clients. It's a story about the growth potential of an RIA and the satisfaction that comes with it.
Nov 1, 2018 • 36min
The Path to Independence in Two Steps or One with Alex Goss of NewEdge Advisors (formerly Goss Advisors)
Alex Goss of Goss Advisors speaks with Louis Diamond about his path to independence, starting in the wirehouse world, then on to the independent broker dealer (IBD) space before launching his own firm, now a leading platform for prospective advisors. [podcast]
Oct 18, 2018 • 40min
How This Former Merrill Insider Once Drank the Kool-Aid, Then Set Out to Build a Better Toolbox
In this podcast episode, Jim Dickson, Founder and President of Sanctuary Wealth Partners, shares the inside track on what it was like to be in a senior role in the wirehouse as bureaucracy was on the rise, and why he left behind his 20-year career to build an independent firm.
Oct 4, 2018 • 14min
Push vs. Pull: Understanding – and Responding to – the Key Drivers Behind a Move to Independence
What’s inspiring folks to jump ship from where they’ve built their life’s work to pursue other firms or even business models? Find out, plus a process that will guide you to answer your own question: Do I stay or do I go?
Sep 20, 2018 • 44min
Mindset, Motivation and Momentum: What’s really driving all the movement to independence – With David Canter, Head of Fidelity’s RIA Segment
Fidelity’s David Canter provides an inside perspective on why independence continues to be the hottest ticket in town, and what we can expect for the RIA space going forward. [podcast]
