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Welcome to The Perfect RIA podcast, the ultimate resource for advisors who want to master time management, optimize advisor-client interactions, achieve unparalleled profitability, and maximize value in their practice. Hosted by industry experts Matthew Jarvis, CFP®, and Micah Shilanski, CFP®, this podcast is your blueprint for success. Matthew and Micah don't talk theory; they share what has work... more

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In this episode of the TPR podcast, host Matthew Jarvis interviews Aaron Schmerling, a successful financial advisor who shares his journey from struggling in the industry to achieving significant growth and success. Aaron discusses the importance of ... more

At The Perfect RIA, we're all about the journey to Deliver Massive Value to your clients. While Surge has been catching on like wildfire, we believe the next incredible focus will be with Value Adds, which provide specific, actionable advice. But wit... more

In this episode, Matthew Jarvis and Scott DiGiammarino discuss the current state of financial advisory practices, focusing on market growth, practice valuation, and the importance of organic growth rates. They explore the reasons behind liquidity eve... more

In this episode, Jamie discusses the concept and implementation of Surge, as well as when is the most appropriate time for Surge meetings. Surge is a time-blocking strategy that allows advisors to optimize their schedules and deliver value to clients... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Willis
VP Growth at Belay
Belay
Episode: Maximizing Productivity with AI and Delegation With Kyle Willis
Brian Hanks
Owner and founder of Dental Buyer Advocates, author of multiple books on dental practice acquisition
Dental Buyer Advocates
Episode: The Ethics of Business Transitions With Brian Hanks
Brian Smith
Financial advisor and founder of Foundational Income, specializing in income planning and annuities.
Foundational Income
Episode: The Longevity Factor in Retirement With Brian Smith
Shelby Nichol
Expert in assisting advisors transitioning to RIAs
Episode: Client Retention Strategies With Shelby Nicholl [Episode 345]
Ryan Fitzgerald
Chief Marketing Officer at Belay
Belay
Episode: Maximizing Marketing Efficiency With Ryan Fitzgerald [Episode 344]
Art Turock
A repeat guest on the podcast and expert in performance improvement and leadership
Turock Consulting
Episode: The Power of Experimentation in Financial Planning With Art Turock [Episode 338]
Michael Kitces
Industry expert and co-founder of XYPN
XY Planning Network
Episode: Encore Episode:The Godfather: Michael Kitces
Jacqueline Benjamin Hatherley
An expert in operations with over 25 years in the wealth management industry.
RIA Ops
Episode: Culture and Communication With Jacqueline Benjamin Hatherley [Episode 336]
Christine Timms
Former financial advisor who successfully transitioned to consulting for financial advisors
Episode: Encore Episode: Team Building For Financial Advisors With Guest Christine Timms

Hosts

Matthew Jarvis
Co-host focused on practical, time-efficient strategies for RIAs and financial advisors.
Micah Shilanski
Co-host and practitioner-focused advisor on scaling profitability and client value.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 546 ratings
  • Great content

    Helpful and insightful for all FA’s!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirk Licata
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    Matthew and Micah have shared many teachings on the show that I have implemented in my practice to deliver massive value to my clients. I can’t recommend this show enough to advisors looking to grow their businesses and serve their clients in the best way possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Askin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Arrogance

    Strong opinions about bitcoin with no substance or understanding of it just say you don’t know

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jesse Anastase
    United Statesa year ago
  • Andrew Mohr

    Great interview. I really appreciated her tips on learning to communicate your message better. Extremely helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmichalman
    United Statesa year ago
  • A podcast that walks the talk!

    Having had the privilege of being a guest on this show - I was provided unique access to Matt and his team - and I can testify that they are absolutely committed to consistently and relentlessly leveling up!

    Matt and his team are unquestionably determined to maximizing the potential of this show - their abilities - their impact - and then offering everything they have learned to their audience - so their audience can have the opportunity to maximize their potential for success, impact, and fulf... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeakPerformanceDoctor
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Commenters appreciate the hosts' willingness to share real-world results over theory.
Highlights practical, battle-tested strategies that listeners can apply right away.
A subset of reviews raise concerns about strong opinions and occasional arrogance.

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#208
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#94
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#211
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#226
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Understanding Valuation Trends in Today's Market With John Poole
Q: What simply should advisors take into account right now concerning their practice?
Advisors need to pay attention to the value of their practices and understand the available market dynamics to maximize their potential outcomes.
Understanding Valuation Trends in Today's Market With John Poole
Q: How does that impact valuations? Are there even buyers for those types of practices at all?
There are buyers available for those practices that are being run successfully right now, but they may have had a health issue that is requiring them to check out.
Client Retention Strategies With Shelby Nicholl [Episode 345]
Q: What does it take for advisors to make the transition to RIA?
Advisors need to undergo a three-month due diligence process to evaluate their options and then spend three months planning the transition, making it generally a total of nine months from start to finish.
Maximizing Marketing Efficiency With Ryan Fitzgerald [Episode 344]
Q: What is the first thing a new marketing assistant should do?
Understand the priorities of your business and who your ideal customer is.
Maximizing Marketing Efficiency With Ryan Fitzgerald [Episode 344]
Q: What advice do you have for small business owners in terms of marketing?
Focus on the unique value you can deliver and delegate lower return activities to maximize your time on high-return activities.

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This show delivers practical, results-oriented guidance for financial advisors looking to run a more efficient, profitable practice. Episodes frequently center on time management, client interactions, content creation, and strategic growth—often featuring real-world frameworks (like surge days, delegation with AI, and disciplined pricing scripts) and case studies from advisors actively improving their firms. A notable pattern is a hands-on approach with actionable takeaways, guest experts from related service providers, and a focus on building sustainable practices rather than theoretical insights. Listeners are likely practitioners seeking concrete systems to implement immediately and to elevate client value while gaining personal flexibil... more

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3. Brian Smith
4. Shelby Nichol
5. Ryan Fitzgerald
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7. Michael Kitces
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