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Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa

Elite Consulting Partners
Financial Advisors
Wealth Management
Artificial Intelligence
Financial Advisory
Financial Services
Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity
Customer Relationship Management
Succession Planning
Client Relationships
Firm Culture
Marketing
Practice Management
Business Growth
Investment Banking
Raymond James
Financial Advising
Financial Services Industry
Key Performance Indicators
Ameriprise

Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa offers unfiltered guidance and advice for financial advisors, wealth management professionals, and entrepreneurs alike who are interested in maximizing both their business and personal potential. Informed by Frank's unique insights and his personal conversations with industry leaders, the dynamic discussion topics of Advisor Talk include business ownership, leadershi... more

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0:00 – Introduction

1:02 – Should I stay or should I go next year?

2:27 – Why Q4 is often the best time to transition

3:59 – How holidays and client schedules factor into timing

5:35 – Deferred comp consideration... more

Advisors spend years earning credentials and almost no time showing people who they actually are. Wade Shields thinks that is the whole problem.

Wade came to Elite Consulting Partners after ten years in New York City making documentary and branded c... more

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In this Greatest Hits episode of Advisor Talk, Frank LaRosa and Stacey Frank take a grounded, advisor-first look at how AI is actually changing the profession - and why the future of advice is still fundamentally human.

Rather than fearing AI, Frank... more

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She helped advisors make the move for two decades. Then she had to make it herself.

A headhunter called. Shannon said she would do a five minute call just to give a name. Several months later she was the new president of Ozark.

This is not a story ... more

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Recent Guests

Wade Shields
Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy for Elite Consulting Partners
Elite Consulting Partners
Episode: Marketing Is Being Brave: Why Authentic Content Wins More Clients
Shannon Reid
President of OSAIC, formerly at Raymond James
Ozark, OSAIC
Episode: What If You Never Try: One Decision That Changed Her Career
Scott Danner
Head of Business Development at Steward Partners
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Episode: Inside The Succession Trap: Why Sell and Exit Deals Keep Failing
Todd Ferguson
Chief Information and Security Officer
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Episode: No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Jodi Perry
Head of Advisor Recruitment and Business Development
Raymond James
Episode: No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Jon Kuttin
Head of Kuttin Wealth Management; prolific acquirer with Elite Advisor Successions
Kuttin Wealth Management
Episode: Greatest Hits: M&A Masterclass with Jon Kuttin
Mike Durbin
CEO of Cetera
Cetera
Episode: Greatest Hits: Cetera CEO Mike Durbin on the Future of Independent Financial Advisors
Chuck Failla
CEO and founder of Sovereign Financial, fellow podcaster of Go RIA podcast
Sovereign Financial
Episode: Should You Go RIA? With Chuck Failla
Matt Hicken
Senior Vice President of Consulting at Bill Good Marketing
Bill Good Marketing
Episode: Marketing Vs. Branding: What Advisors Get Wrong

Hosts

Frank LaRosa
Host of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners
Stacey Frank
Co-host of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Great Insights for Advisors!

    I just watched an episode with Jon Kuttin and Frank La Rosa. Exceptional insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Healthy Entrepreneur
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    This podcast is an excellent resource for financial professionals everywhere! Frank is a very knowledgeable and skilled host and each of his conversations with guests provides helpful information and insight to help you level up in your practice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • The podcast is ELITE - just like their firm’s name

    As a newer advisor, currently in my first year in the business, this podcast has been extremely helpful in learning the industry landscape, as well as strategies to become a better advisor. Frank & Dale, keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny-G-2022
    United States4 years ago
  • Good!

    All episodes are so good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lelia Day7
    United States5 years ago
  • Expand Your Mind, Expand Your Business

    Thank you so much and keep on doing more great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary2577
    Philippines5 years ago

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Hosts balance depth with actionable tips for growth.
Great insights for advisors and a practical take on transitions.
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Q: What should advisors do to protect clients from bad actors using AI and email?
Rely on a combination of technological safeguards and strong SOPs, including calling back on known numbers to verify instructions and slowing down to confirm any unusual requests.
No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Q: How does Raymond James approach AI and back-end model switching?
They actively evaluate multiple models, use internal toolsets to switch models on the back end, and employ integrations that make it easier to adapt to new AI technologies without redeveloping the core platform.
No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Q: What does freedom versus independence mean at Raymond James, especially for W2 advisors?
Freedom means the ability to market yourself and own your practice within the W2 structure; independence is about choosing whether to operate as a standalone business. The firm supports both paths and emphasizes optionality.
No Jerks Allowed | Raymond James' Philosophy for Financial Advisors
Q: Why Raymond James now, and why still Raymond James for advisors at this moment?
The firm offers flexibility across channels (W2, pure RIA, or independent) and can carry advisors through various stages of their career, which helps with long-term retention and alignment with personal goals.
Greatest Hits: M&A Masterclass with Jon Kuttin
Q: Walk us through what you look for in a deal and how you assess fit and structure.
I evaluate how well the practice integrates into the buyer's ecosystem, focusing on free cash flow, scalable processes, and the ability to weather downturns. I also emphasize a multiyear glide path and flexible ownership structures to align incentives and preserve client service.

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Advisor-focused discussions center on wealth management industry dynamics, advisor growth, and practice management. Episodes frequently cover firm transitions, recruiting economics, technology adoption (CRM, AI), data-driven marketing, and strategies for independent and affiliated advisor models. Notable themes include the balance between autonomy and support, the impact of private equity on advisory practices, and the importance of purposeful leadership and client experience in scaling a practice. The format leans practical, with real-world examples, actionable frameworks, and guest perspectives from industry leaders. This show is likely valuable for financial professionals seeking to grow their practices, optimize operations, and navigate... more

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1. Wade Shields
2. Shannon Reid
3. Scott Danner
4. Todd Ferguson
5. Jodi Perry
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7. Mike Durbin
8. Chuck Failla

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