Embrace hardship and regulatory change with a positive attitude

By Gregory Warren Smith, CFP I have just told a client about difficulties I’ve been experiencing in my personal life. I was vulnerable and looking for comfort, maybe even pity. The...

Enhance the personal connection with your clients through your newsletter

By Matthew T. Hoesly, CFP, ChFC, presented at the 2017 Annual Meeting I can’t stand the saying, “Don’t take it personally; it’s just business.” Everything we do for our clients is...

Clients care about your skill, not your age

Michael DeVivo As a 24-year-old advisor, Michael DeVivo didn’t know if an older prospect with considerable wealth would take him seriously. So when the now-30-year-old, one-year MDRT member from Downers Grove,...

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