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Ever wish you knew an Advisor who built a 7-figure practice--while only working 3 days a week--that was willing to share her systems, processes, and business hacks with you? Meet the Efficient Advisor Podcast host Libby Greiwe. Her specialty? Breaking down the functions of a financial planning practice into actionable step-by-step processes designed to get you results and get you out of overwhelm. Expert interviews, done-for-you templates, and easy to implement solutions… all tied together b ...
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Strap in Model FA’s, this is a powerful episode! Efficiency savant Libby Greiwe joins David to discuss productivity strategies for busy financial advisors. Libby shares tips for creating standard operating procedures, managing time through model weeks, and balancing business ownership with family responsibilities. She shares practical techniques fo…
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A lot of people squirm at the words “artificial intelligence.” And while there are interesting implications to this cutting-edge technology, there are also some amazing ways to use AI in your financial planning business. It’s SO much more than ChatGPT. In this week’s episode, host Libby Greiwe chats with AI automation expert, Ben Olsen, to uncover …
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Strategies to Finish What You Start and Achieve Project Success -------------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPIOSDE: Get on the Systems to Scale …
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Sometimes it’s so hard to finish those pesky projects on the to-do list. We start. We stop. We start again. And we stop again. The cycle goes on and on. Anyone else resonate with this?!? 🙋🏻‍♀️ In today’s episode, The Efficient Advisor host, Libby Greiwe, shares some tips and tricks for kick-starting your projects AND seeing them through to completi…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Project Management vs Client Tasks with Guest Lauren Hong —------------------------------------------------ LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with…
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Financial advisors—especially those within solo advisory firms—juggle a lot of balls! It takes time, talent, and a whole lotta energy to keep them all in the air, and oftentimes it’s a total unorganized mess! Nothing would feel better than to get ALL. THE. THINGS. organized once and for all! In this week’s episode, host Libby Greiwe chats with Laur…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Do I Need To Wine and Dine My Best Clients? My Unpopular Opinion ----------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Episode #146: How to Use a Template t…
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Have you ever found yourself stretched thin, trying to bridge the gap between professional commitment and personal life? You hear all the time that you should be taking your best clients out to dinner... but when? You've got a calendar full of soccer practices and baseball games. Are you missing out on the secret sauce of the client experience? Thi…
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In episode 152 of the Model FA Podcast, David is joined by Nick Meyer and Nate Hoskin to discuss content marketing and brand sponsorships in the financial services industry. They share their experience creating educational content on TikTok and Instagram, emphasizing the importance of long-form content and chopping it up for social media use. This …
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VEach week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Do’s and Don'ts of Helping Your Clients Break Up with a Previous Advisor . Get on the Systems to Scale Group Coaching Waitlist Here Learn more …
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One of the hardest roles advisors face is helping a potential client “break up” with their previous advisor. It can get awkward, dicey, and downright weird. 🥴 But you can turn this tricky situation into a peaceful process for your clients and make a GREAT first impression if you do it well! In today’s episode, Libby shares some tips for this break …
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Avoiding Advisor Burnout and Functioning at Your Highest Level with Guest Spencer Sherman. —--------------------------------------- LINKS FROM T…
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Burnout is real! We all know this business can be a complete and total hamster wheel…showing up, doing the thing, and living in the tornado of your to-do list. 🌪️ In today’s episode, Libby shines the light on burnout as she talks with guest Spencer Sherman. Together, Libby and Spencer tackle some important topics, including: Finding your flow state…
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In the latest episode of the Model FA Podcast, Trevor Scotto shares how he grew his financial planning firm from $30M to $500M AUM through strategic mergers and acquisitions. He details leveraging personal connections to partner with a tax practice, and how adopting technology helped convert those clients. Trevor also reflects on finding purpose an…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: How to Design an On-Boarding Process to Increase the Life of Your Client Relationships -------------------------------------------------- Links …
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You’ve heard it before…you only get ONE chance to make a good first impression. And research shows that your new client’s experience in the first 100 days determines the longevity of their relationship with you! Long story short---your On-Boarding Process is CRITICAL. What you do during this time frame really really really matters. You need to demo…
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The number one question I got from advisors for YEARS and still get today is, "Libby, HOW DID YOU GET IT ALL DONE IN 25-HRS a week? I’m over here drowning and I’m putting in double that!" I feel that on so many levels because that was me early on. And the number one question I got from corporate folks is, "If you could share just ONE thing with adv…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: *Free Download* Client Intel Process ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Grab the Client Intel Process PDF Here Learn more about one-…
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It feels good to be known----like when your hubby surprises you with your favorite flowers, when your mom sends her homemade cookies that always hit the spot, or when your friend shows up with a hot cup of joe from your go-to coffee shop. It makes you feel known…and special! 🥰 As advisors, it’s important to take note of even the littlest details yo…
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In episode 150 of the Model FA Podcast, Kristin Harad joins David to discuss the challenges of scaling second-generation advisory firms, emphasizing the importance of regularly assessing and updating business strategies. They also highlighted the need to connect advisors with service providers, embrace an abundance mindset, and document and coach t…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: RESULTS: How this advisor deepened his relationship and impacted clients w/ guest John Scherer ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Co…
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Every financial advisor is looking for a value-add that will make their service unforgettable—something that has a large impact, yet is fairly easy to execute. In today’s podcast episode, host Libby Greiwe is chatting with guest John Scherer about a super neat value-add experience he offered to his clients—the Legacy Letter. 💌 The goal of this virt…
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David interviews Tyson Ray, the CEO of Form Wealth Advisors, about his journey in financial planning and his book The Total Relationship. Tyson shares how he started investing at a young age and bought his first firm at age 24. He emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' lives beyond finances through the "total relationship" approach. Ty…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Even More Good Ideas You Can Implement Today --------------------------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Learn More About the Retirement Tax…
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Two weeks ago we did an episode that was just a bunch of “random good ideas,” and we’re back with a Part 2! Each week Libby strives to bring you an actual ROI on listening through ideas you can implement in your business right away. In today’s podcast episode, Libby more simple yet most effective ideas that help advisors, including: A few good idea…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Michael Kitces on Time Management & Building Your Model Week --------------------------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Michae…
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When the name MICHAEL KITCES is mentioned, everyone stops to listen! And this time should be no different! In today’s podcast episode, I am thrilled to have THE Michael Kitces share how he’s able to run multiple successful companies by taking charge of his most precious commodity—time! ⌚ Michael has perfected the art of time management over the yea…
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In this episode Eric Negron shares his journey as an entrepreneur and advisor in the industry. He discusses how he structures his time and manages multiple businesses. Eric emphasizes the importance of mindset, character, and activity in achieving success. He recommends collaboration over competition and building a supportive board of mentors. Eric…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Five Good Ideas You Can Implement Today ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Learn More About the Retirement Tax Services Summit Here!…
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“Ideas are easy. Implementation is hard.” After decades of building and running her own successful advisory practice, Libby has collected lots of good ideas along the way. In addition to scaling her own firm, she’s helped over 1,000 advisors implement lots of “good ideas” to help them create efficiencies, increase client experience, and to just do …
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Buying Back Your Time: Leveraging Others' Expertise to Get it All Done Faster With Guest Carter Wilcoxson ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS…
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We all wish we had more…TIME! ⏰ While it’s a fleeting and precious commodity, there are strategic ways to buy back more hours in your day. In today’s episode, our guest, Carter Wilcoxson, discusses various options that help advisors save time, energy, and money, including his very own Advisor Partner Client Acquisition Kit…which is filled with some…
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In this episode we are joined by Joe Moss to discuss leveraging online communities. Joe enjoys using the Skool platform to create simple yet effective communities for advisors. David suggests advisors could offer community-based courses to complement subscription services. Joe sees potential for advisors to work with multiple clients at once in a g…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Habits, Actions, and Behaviors of Successful Advisors with Guest David DeCelle ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Check out the podc…
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Success is no accident—it doesn’t happen by mere coincidence. It is the result of intentional habits, actions, and behaviors developed over time. In this week’s episode, our guest, David DeCelle, shares how a commitment to personal and professional growth is critical to achieving career milestones. He lays out some foundational strategies to propel…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: My NEW Favorite Focus Hack for Increased Productivity (and a few other tools!) LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Check out the Retirement Tax Services 202…
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Arielle Minicozzi-Figueroa is the founder and co-owner of Sphynx Automation, a virtual CTO firm that helps financial advisors gain efficiency and maximize their client impact using technology and automation. In addition to her work with Sphynx, Arielle is a partner and financial planner at Modern Money Advisor, where she focuses on working with you…
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If I can find a way to increase my focus and efficiency… OF COURSE I’m going to share it. 🤗 In today's episode, I have got a couple of productivity ideas for you. One that is brand new, and has been honestly so unbelievable for me. It’s giving me an extra 90+ minutes a day of major focus and helping me crush my to-do list like a boss. 💪 No joke! Bu…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Delegating Tasks That Are Nuanced **FREE DOWNLOAD** ---------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Grab the Asset Transfer Script Download here!…
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One of the biggest challenges for any advisor is delegating tasks that require knowledge, experience, and education—the stuff that lives in your head based on years of experience. It often feels too daunting to explain all the details to someone, so we continue to do ALL. THE. THINGS. 🙃 In today’s episode, Libby walks you through the steps she took…
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We all know that building a dynamic, cohesive team you can trust is essential to scaling a successful advisory practice, but how do you go about finding, hiring, and retaining great employees? Acquiring the right people—in the right role—is one of the hardest yet most critical aspects to growth. No people = no scale. 📈 Alanah Phillips, recruiting, …
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Eric Simonson is the CEO of Abundo and in charge of driving our mission of providing high-quality, conflict-free financial planning to everyone. In addition to managing the team, he works with a small but amazing group of clients and helps them work towards their financial and travel goals. Eric is a passionate foodie and enjoys meditation. He is a…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: What’s the Right Business Structure for my Advisory Firm w/ Guest Stephen Taylor, JD, CFP ----------------------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EP…
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The financial planning landscape is ever-evolving, and advisors regularly find themselves second guessing their structure—BDs to IBDs and RIAs. A transition can seem daunting, but starting anew can bring freedom and independence. In this episode, Stephen Taylor, attorney turned Certified Financial Planner, joins The Efficient Advisor, Libby Greiwe,…
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Each week I recap the implementable ideas from this week's full-length podcast. Consider me the accountability partner you didn't ask for, but always needed! Here are the Action Items to Tuesday's podcast: Common Themes Among Successful Practices & One-Page Financial Plans with Matt Jarvis ----------------------------------- LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE…
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Today’s busy world leaves us no other option than to make every second count. Whether it’s at home or work, we must optimize our resources to maximize our time. In this episode, financial planning extraordinaire, Matt Jarvis, joins The Efficient Advisor host, Libby Greiwe, to discuss themes and trends he has seen throughout his decades of experienc…
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Empathy and support are essential components of the advising process, but sometimes it’s hard to connect with clients on such a deep level. Our guest today, Jeremy Keil, shares some powerful and effective tools he has used over the years to strengthen his relationship bond with clients. In this episode, Libby and Jeremy dissect the following three …
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MFA 144 - SN - Stop Living in Fear: 3 Ways Advisors Can Take Risks Without Failure with John Prendergast John Prendergast, Founder & CEO of Blueleaf and Co-host of the Augmented Advisor Podcast joins us for episode 144 of the Model FA Podcast! John Prendergast, founder and CEO of Blueleaf joins us to discuss how advisors can engage clients through …
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Here I am doing an experiment for myself this year related to goals. I’ve been having a lot of conversations with advisors lately who are struggling to set clear goals. They have great revenue… what’s another 10% really going to do? They are having a hard time connecting deeply with the why behind the goals… since they are VERY happy with their bus…
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Today we are joined by Kristen Luke, the President of Kaleido Creative Studio and Author of "Uncomparable: The Financial Advisor's Guide to Standing Out Through Niche Marketing". In this episode of the Model FA Podcast, we are joined by Kristen Luke to discuss effective marketing strategies for financial advisors. We emphasize the importance of fin…
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