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The Behavioral Divide with Hal Hershfield

Avantis Investors
Decision Making
Financial Decision Making
Negotiation
Uncertainty
Behavioral Finance
Financial Advice
Financial Literacy
Investment Advice
Financial Advisors
Elegant Trades
Personality Traits
Financial Constraints
Prime Capital Investment Advisors
Yale School Of Management
Empty Nesters
Retirement Readiness
Financial Advisory
Risk Communication
Communication
Outcome Bias

Financial decisions are endlessly complicated. There’s a huge body of academic literature that tries to study them to look for answers on how to improve decision making while a broad industry of financial advisors also work with investors every day on decisions that affect their financial futures. But there exists a divide between the two. On The Behavioral Divide, presented by Avantis Investors®,... more

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Change is hard. Helping others change isn’t always simple either. But we know, especially for folks like financial advisors, there will be times it’s important that you do. So, what can we do to make change easier, or to help others get where they wa... more

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Not all bad outcomes result from bad decisions just like not all good outcomes come from good decisions. This simple thought speaks to the importance of the process of making decisions and not just their results, particularly when any amount of luck ... more

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Do you find that your emails to clients and prospects at times seem to go unread? You reach out. No response. What gives?

When we’re dealing with busy people, how we approach and construct our communications matters. In fact, there are proven method... more

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Quantifying risk with hard numbers and statistics is a logical first step to improving others’ understanding of potential outcomes, but there are ways we might do even better. There’s a science to risk communication born from years of research that i... more

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Recent Guests

Annie Duke
Former professional poker player, author, and co-founder of the Alliance for Decision Education
Alliance for Decision Education
Episode: Process over Results: Tips to Improve Your Approach to Big Decisions
Ben Felix
Chief Investment Officer of PWL Capital and co-host of the Rational Reminder podcast
PWL Capital
Episode: Process over Results: Tips to Improve Your Approach to Big Decisions
Todd Rogers
Weatherhead Professor of Public Policy at Harvard's Kennedy School, author of 'Writing for Busy Readers'
Episode: Everyone’s Busy: How to Communicate So People Actually Respond and Act
Mark Meredith
Founder of Meredith Wealth Planning
Episode: From Numbers to Meaning: Rethinking Risk Communication
Ellen Peters
Philip H. Knight Chair and Professor, Director of the Center for Science Communication at the University of Oregon.
University of Oregon
Episode: From Numbers to Meaning: Rethinking Risk Communication
Dagny Maidman
Executive Managing Director and Wealth Advisor with Cresset
Cresset
Episode: Taming Uncertainty - What’s Knowable, What’s Random, and How to Navigate Both
Craig Fox
Professor at UCLA's Anderson School of Management and expert on behavioral decision making
UCLA
Episode: Taming Uncertainty - What’s Knowable, What’s Random, and How to Navigate Both
Brandon Ratzlaff
Director at Cypress Point Wealth Management, newly minted PhD
Cypress Point Wealth Management
Episode: How Does Our Personality Shape How We Spend, Save and Plan?
Joe Gladstone
Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado, Co-Director of the Center for Research on Consumer Financial Decision Making
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: How Does Our Personality Shape How We Spend, Save and Plan?

Host

Hal Hershfield
Host and Professor, specializing in behavioral economics and financial decision-making, with a focus on bridging the gap between academic research and practical financial advice.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Insightful and practical

    The podcast is a great blend if behavioral science and finance. The episode with Wendy Wood on the science of habits really stood out - it made me think differently about why routines are so hard to change. Every episode offers practical takeaways for improving financial decisions and overall well-being. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elizabeth_Toth
    Netherlands3 months ago
  • Incredible host and insights

    This is a great podcast that breaks down the human mind and its associations with money. Hal breaks down financial literacy and the basics of human psychology in an easy to understand way. Keep the good was coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaughAllDayLong
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent

    Very insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loser hater
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of behavioral science insights with practical financial advice.
Many reviewers highlight the actionable takeaways provided in each episode, enabling them to improve their financial decision-making.
The host is praised for his effective communication and ability to simplify complex concepts related to finance and psychology.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Numbers to Meaning: Rethinking Risk Communication
Q: How can one determine a client's numeracy level?
While the best method is through a math test, it can also be gauged through demographics or simply asking if they consider themselves a math person.
From Numbers to Meaning: Rethinking Risk Communication
Q: What are some effective strategies for communicating risks to clients?
Advisors should tailor the information to their clients' familiarity and understanding, using context and relatable examples while being transparent about risks.
How Does Our Personality Shape How We Spend, Save and Plan?
Q: What do we even mean when we say personality?
Personality refers to what makes us different from one another, including structured traits that can impact financial behavior.
The Empty Nester Phase and Its Importance for Retirement Readiness
Q: What strategies do you employ to help your clients think through this financial transition?
We help clients understand their spending and make detailed projections, emphasizing the gradual nature of the empty nester transition.
The Empty Nester Phase and Its Importance for Retirement Readiness
Q: What are some of the financial outcomes that arise when people make the transition to becoming an empty nester?
This transition often results in decreased household spending, particularly on child-related expenses, which can enhance retirement preparedness.

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A prominent focus is placed on the complexities of financial decision-making, often highlighting the psychological factors that influence investor behavior. The conversation frequently engages with experts from various fields including behavioral finance, psychology, and decision theory, aiming to bridge the gap between academic insights and practical financial advice. Unique insights are gathered from guests such as finance professionals, psychologists, and academics who provide actionable strategies to improve financial decision-making processes and enhance client relationships. Overall, the content is directed at both financial advisors seeking to refine their practice and investors looking to make more informed choices regarding their f... more

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