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The Transparency Edge: A Ponzi Victim's Manifesto for Value-Driven Financial Advice with Guest Kevin Thompson [Episode263]
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Imagine having your faith in the financial system shaken to the core by a devious Ponzi scheme. For Kevin Thompson, this devastating reality wasn't just a wake-up call – it was a defining moment that reshaped his entire approach to serving clients as a financial advisor.
In this episode, Matthew Jarvis sits down with Kevin to unpack the hard-won lessons from his traumatic experience. Kevin pulls back the curtain on the dangers that lurk in the shadowy corners of the industry and the red flags every investor must heed.
Kevin's story is a testament to the power of radical transparency, education, and good old-fashioned authenticity in an industry rife with empty promises and misaligned incentives.
Jarvis and Kevin dismantle the notion that advisors must compete on fees alone. Instead, they recommend carving out a unique niche, fostering deep client relationships, and commanding premium prices by providing personalized, life-changing advice.
Resources in today's episode:
- Matt Jarvis: Website | LinkedIn - Kevin Thompson: Website | LinkedIn
711 episodes
Manage episode 426510879 series 2482489
Imagine having your faith in the financial system shaken to the core by a devious Ponzi scheme. For Kevin Thompson, this devastating reality wasn't just a wake-up call – it was a defining moment that reshaped his entire approach to serving clients as a financial advisor.
In this episode, Matthew Jarvis sits down with Kevin to unpack the hard-won lessons from his traumatic experience. Kevin pulls back the curtain on the dangers that lurk in the shadowy corners of the industry and the red flags every investor must heed.
Kevin's story is a testament to the power of radical transparency, education, and good old-fashioned authenticity in an industry rife with empty promises and misaligned incentives.
Jarvis and Kevin dismantle the notion that advisors must compete on fees alone. Instead, they recommend carving out a unique niche, fostering deep client relationships, and commanding premium prices by providing personalized, life-changing advice.
Resources in today's episode:
- Matt Jarvis: Website | LinkedIn - Kevin Thompson: Website | LinkedIn
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