The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors Podcast

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.
From $125mm to $700mm: A Story of Growth and Grit in the Independent Broker Dealer Space
Brett Oley and Ryan Kinser demonstrate how the power of friendship and a shared focus on the client contributed to their early success in making the leap from UBS to Raymond James, building a growing business under the independent broker dealer umbrella.
Jun 5
37 min
Who’s in Control: The Advisor or The Firm? A Special Industry Update
The ultimate survival guide for employee advisors, offering essential advice on navigating the realities of control. Learn actionable points to consider should you find yourself dealing with the impact of mergers and acquisitions, new mandates, heightened vulnerability, and more.
May 29
29 min
Ex-Merrill Leader’s Vision Comes to Fruition: John Thiel on Making the Advisor “The Value Proposition”
John Thiel offers a unique perspective on the evolution of the wealth management industry and his former leadership role at Merrill. Plus, he shares how his new independent firm, Indivisible Partners, is carving a new path for those seeking a firm with a greater focus on the advisor.
May 22
1 hr 1 min
What It Really Takes to Become a Multi-Million-Dollar Producer: Author and Coach Dave Mullen’s Powerful and Proven Strategies
In an episode that serves as a free coaching session on the key techniques that the most successful advisors use to build and grow their practices, Dave shares proven strategies honed from his tenure at Merrill, his three bestselling books, and his advisor coaching practice.
May 15
51 min
Activating Plan B: Wirehouse Breakaways Build a Legacy Family Wealth Office
Trent Leyda and Kay Campione offer a unique perspective on their time at Morgan Stanley, how it had come to diverge from their vision of building a family office they would entrust with their own families’ wealth, and how they are better equipped to realize that vision as an independent firm.
May 8
50 min
If You Build It, Will They Buy It? A Special Industry Update on M&A
A download on M&A for the advisor who has an interest in building a business designed to be an attractive prospect for sale at maximum enterprise value. Identifies options to consider, the risks, and potential rewards.
May 1
43 min
The Canadian Wealth Management Perspective: One-on-One with the CEO of $35B Wellington-Altus
Shaun Hauser offers a unique perspective on how our northern neighbors perceive the wealth management industry, drawing comparisons to practices and firms in the US, and providing insights into creating an independent firm that has achieved extraordinary growth.
Apr 24
54 min
The Buck Starts Here: Ex-Edward Jones Advisor on His Leap to Independence
Glenn Israel reached a point where he recognized that, as an employee, he was limited in his ability to serve clients and grow his business. So he left Edward Jones to launch GFI Wealth Partners and shares what he learned in the transition process, what he can do differently in independence, and more.
Apr 17
38 min
Michael Kitces on the Secrets to Accelerating Growth and Maximizing Efficiency
The industry thought leader shares insights on the factors that impact efficiency and growth, citing research from his latest Productivity study, and weighs in on launching a firm, building a team, the role of technology and AI, and much more.
Apr 10
1 hr 20 min
“The Least Boring CPA” on How Tax Planning Can Add Value to Clients and Your Business
Steven Jarvis, the founder and CEO of Tax Retirement Services, offers advice on how a CPA can help increase the growth and enterprise value of an advisor’s business by providing tax planning strategies and more.
Apr 3
49 min
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