I doubt there is such a thing as ‘the ideal advice client’. The continual changes in regulations, alliances, networks, competitions, suppliers and markets make a clear definition difficult. Internally too, a firm’s experience, expertise, systems, teams and existing...
Jeff used to be ambitious. But now it is more frustration. Just as his advice business was about to attain a projected revenue growth set years prior, it wasn’t the sort of growth he was enjoying. He was the young principal with three partners in a $3 million...
What kryptonite was to Superman, disrespect is to advice relationships. A few months ago one of my clients engaged a significant advice client. Prior to engaging, I worked with them to assist in the engagement and pricing. The prospect represented the type of advice...
I love Monty Python humour. Remember the crucifixion or freedom skit from “Life of Brian”? Michael Palin playing the whimsical centurion questioning a line-up of captives regarding their fate or freedom. Many financial advisers seem to have become...