From Think Advisor
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Summary: Based on early returns, it appears that we are losing ground. Both potential clients and prospective employees have come to view the business with suspicion and disdain, and we have not done enough to combat this negative perception. I see at least three recent developments that are putting the future of our business at risk.
From Think Advisor
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Summary: When it comes to risk, millennials aren’t having any — at least for long-term savings. So say 39% of American adults between the ages of 18 and 29, known as millennials, according to a new Bankrate report. They’re more likely than any other age group to believe that the best long-term investment is cash.
From SEI Advisor Network
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Summary: This is the second of two blog posts covering my conversation with Michael Kitces. In this one we pushed into the current trends of financial planning. You can read the first post here. To give you a sense for how Michael operates, our conversation was conducted while he was on a long drive. In total, we chatted for about two hours, during which he became more and more passionate. I only hope there weren’t many other drivers about, as a lot of brain power was focused on the phone, so there cannot have been much left for the road.
From Think Advisor
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Summary: In an industry that continues to be dominated by men, it's sometimes difficult for women to make their mark. But as more and more women enter the financial advisory field and rise up the ranks, clients and colleagues alike—both male and female—are starting to the see the benefits of having a woman on the team.
From Financial Planning
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Summary: Neuroscientists will tell you that the best time to absorb important information is when you're relaxed. Our summer reading list may be work-related, but reading these gems away from the office makes all the difference. We've talked with advisors to compile a list of the top books you should be sure to read this summer. The return on your investment will be intangible, but substantial - enjoy your vacation!
