Crisis on Infinite Earths, DC Comics' seminal event from 1985. The impact is still felt over 40 years later. Join your hosts DC Dave and Doug Adamson - along with a rotating bevy of guest hosts - as we discuss the Crisis throughout the years. From long-lasting impacts, to "what we would have done differently," to breakdowns of individual stories, our hosts will discuss the Crisis in a new, refreshing way. Not an index show, not a panel-by-panel discussion, but a personal examination of this ...
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As a financial advisor, you’re working in a crowded market, and to be successful, you need to differentiate yourself from the competition. How do you do that? How do you rise above the noise and deliver success for your clients and your business? And, how do you do that when your time is already taxed? That’s where The Future-Ready Advisor comes in. Host Sam Sivarajan talks with investment experts and top advisors to explore the pain points that financial advisors face, the pain points that ...
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The Psychology of Succession Planning and Next-Gen Leadership with Doug Gray
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45:27Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Doug Gray, a business psychologist and executive coach with over 30 years of experience helping leaders navigate complex organizational and family dynamics. Doug is the founder of Action Learning Associates and author of "Objectives Plus Key Results Lead…
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The Tenth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #10, which looks at ... Wonder Woman With co-hosts Ruth and Darrin Sutherland of the RaD Adventures Network. Join us as we discuss the Earth-1 and Earth-2 Wonder Women and the role each plays in Crisis. We will examine the crossover issues they are involved in, including Wonder Woman’s book, Infini…
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From Lifestyle Practice to Scalable Business: Technology and Growth Strategies with Ray Adamson
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47:38Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Ray Adamson, a seasoned coach and FinTech executive, to explore the evolving landscape of advisory practices. They dive into the critical shift from lifestyle practices to structured, scalable businesses and discuss how technology and AI can transform th…
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Navigating the Dark Patterns of Business Ethics with Guido Palazzo
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58:31Episode Summary In this compelling conversation, Sam Sivarajan sits down with Guido Palazzo, a Professor of Business Ethics, to unpack the complex world of ethical decision-making in organizations. Together, they examine how well-intentioned people can make harmful decisions under pressure, the profound impact of corporate culture on ethical behavi…
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Tape #9 - The Monster Society of Evil
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2:07:01The Ninth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #9, which looks at ... The Monster Society of Evil With co-host Siskoid Timestamps: 3:18 - Crisis News 7:42 - Siskoid 36:53 - Promo: Xenozoic Xenophiles 37:56 - The Monster Society of Evil 1:35:13 - Infinite Earths Spotlight 1:43:08 - Promo: Siskoid Cinema 1:43:56 - Notes from the Multiverse Leave …
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Breaking the Succession Crisis: How to Build Future-Ready Advisory Practices with Gary Sinderbrand
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51:23Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Gary Sinderbrand, a former top-producing advisor turned strategic coach who now helps advisory firms across North America navigate leadership transitions, client continuity, and succession planning challenges. Gary shares his decades of experience on bot…
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The Art of Retirement Planning: Purpose, Identity & Fulfillment with John Kailunas
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40:03Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with John Kailunas, a wealth advisor, author, and retirement mentor who brings a fresh perspective to one of life's most important transitions. John has spent decades helping clients build, preserve, and transition wealth, but noticed a troubling pattern: cli…
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Tape #8 - Crisis on Infinite Earths #2
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1:40:11The Eighth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #8, which looks at ... Crisis on Infinite Earths #2 With co-host Gene Hendricks Timestamps: 3:56 - Crisis News 5:31 - Gene Hendricks 30:31 - Promo: Caline A Vlada Tale of the Damned Kickstarter 31:22 - Crisis on Infinite Earths #2 1:10:32 - Infinite Earths Spotlight 1:22:33 - Promo: 8TW Audio Work…
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Breaking Through the Noise: Personal Branding and PR Strategies with Barrie Cohen
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42:12Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Barrie Cohen, founder of BC Public Relations, to explore how financial advisors can build authentic personal brands and cut through market noise. Barrie shares insights on overcoming common PR misconceptions, the power of storytelling in building trust, …
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From Compliance to Connection: Redefining Client Relationships in Financial Advisory with Lauren Jeffery
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44:26Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Lauren Jeffery, a registered psychotherapist, certified executor advisor, and doctoral researcher who brings a fascinating perspective to the advisor-client relationship. Lauren's unique journey from compliance trainer in financial services to psychother…
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Behind the Curtain of Family Business: Trust, Conflict, and Legacy with Kim Siegers-Robinson
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46:55Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Kim Siegers-Robinson, a family business advisor, to explore the critical yet often overlooked aspects of family business dynamics. Kim shares powerful insights on the importance of communication in succession planning, the emotional challenges families f…
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The Seventh Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #7, which looks at ... The New Teen Titans With co-host Davo Timestamps: 4:22 - Crisis News 6:21 - Davo 27:07 - Promo: Caline A Vlada Tale of the Damned Kickstarter 27:59 - The New Teen Titans 1:16:39 - Infinite Earths Spotlight 1:25:13 - Promo: The Fantastic Pour 1:26:10 - Notes from the Multive…
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Brick Crisis Network Presents: The Monitor Tapes at the Movies: Superman
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1:03:31Brick Crisis Network Presents: The Monitor Tapes at the Movies: Superman Join DC Dave, Doug Adamson, Captain Entropy and Rob Kelly as they review James Gunn's 2025 film, Superman Leave comments for this episode and view episode related images at our website at: The Monitor Tapes.com Email us at [email protected] Follow us on social media:In…
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Breaking Through Growth Barriers and Building Scalable Systems with Matt Hicken
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53:03Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Matt Hicken, Senior Vice President at Bill Good Marketing, for an in-depth conversation about scaling advisory practices and building sustainable growth systems. Matt brings over two decades of experience working with financial advisors across North Amer…
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Why Demographics Fail: Building Fast Friends at Scale Through Values with David Allison
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53:56Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with David Allison, founder of Value Graphics Research Company and author of The Death of Demographics. David challenges traditional assumptions about consumer behavior and reveals why demographics are only 10% accurate in predicting client behavior. This con…
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The Sixth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #6, which looks at ... Superman of Earth-2 With co-host Dr. Anj Timestamps: 2:33 - Crisis News 6:06 - Dr. Anj 25:29 - Promo: Who's Editing 26:17 - Superman of Earth-2 1:08:39 - Infinite Earth Spotlight 1:13:44 - Wrap up 1:17:36 - Promo: Moving Kryptonian Images 1:19:53 - Notes from the Multiverse L…
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Navigating Through Uncertainty with the 3A Framework with Sam Sivarajan
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29:39🎙️ Episode Overview In this second solo episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan introduces the 3A Framework—a practical model to help financial advisors lead with clarity in a world defined by volatility and change. Sam breaks down how to Assess situations objectively, Act decisively, and Adapt pragmatically. He explores how cogniti…
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The Hidden Biases Hurting Your Decisions — And How to Fix Them with Nuala Walsh
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41:41In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with behavioral scientist and author Nuala Walsh to explore the unseen forces that lead even smart people to make poor decisions. Together, they break down the common cognitive traps and biases that affect advisors and clients alike. Nuala shares her powerful “decision traps”…
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The Fifth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #5, which looks at ... The Monitor With guest host Martin Gray Timestamps: 2:58 - Crisis News 8:30 - Martin Gray 26:10 - Promo: 8TW Audio Works 27:15 - The Monitor 54:10 - Infinite Earth Spotlight 59:27 - Promo: Mike’s Comic Shop Roadshow 1:01:00 - Notes from the Multiverse Leave comments for this …
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The Power of Niche - How Ryan Townsley Turned Industry Focus into a $110M Financial Advisory Practice
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41:16In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Ryan Townsley, founder of Town Capital and former senior reactor operator in the nuclear power industry. Ryan shares his remarkable transition into financial advising and how building a niche practice focused on nuclear professionals helped him grow a $110M business. The…
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From Panic to Plan: How Advisors Can Navigate Change with Clarity and Confidence — with Sam Sivarajan
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39:43🎙️ Episode Overview In this first solo episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan shares a timely and transformative message on how advisors can lead themselves and their clients through volatility, uncertainty, and change. Drawing on decades of leadership in wealth management, behavioral finance, and real-life crisis moments—from the …
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Tape #4 - The Justice Society of America
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1:27:56The Fourth Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #4, which looks at ... The Justice Society of America With guest host Captain Entropy Timestamps: 2:36 - Crisis News 7:52 - Captain Entropy 19:00 - Promo: Justice Society Presents - The Sandman Slept Here 20:17 - The Justice Society of America discussion 57:48 - Infinite Earth Spotlight 1:06:23 - …
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From Transactional to Transformational - How Financial Advisors Can Master Meaningful Conversations with Mary Schmid
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45:47Episode Summary In this episode, Sam Sivarajan is joined by Mary Schmid, expert in communication and creator of the Conversational Edge system. Together, they dive into the transformative power of communication in financial advising and explore how financial professionals can foster trust and deepen client relationships through more meaningful, emo…
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Coloring Outside the Lines - Creativity, Resilience & Authentic Client Relationships with Will Baggett
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49:05Episode 42: Coloring Outside the Lines - Creativity, Resilience & Authentic Client Relationships with Will Baggett Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with author and keynote speaker Will Baggett for a powerful conversation on creativity, resilience, and the power of authenticity in client rela…
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Tape #3 - Crisis on Infinite Earths #1
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1:27:35The Third Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #3, which looks at ... Crisis on Infinite Earths #1 With co-host Paul Hix from the Waiting for Doom podcast. Timestamps: 2:15 - Crisis News 6:53 - Introduction of Guest Host 22:06 - Promo: Waiting for Doom 24:19 - Crisis on Infinite Earths #1 discussion 1:05:10 - Infinite Earth Spotlight 1:07:50 - …
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How Financial Advisors Can Build Authority and Attract High-Value Clients with Paul McManus
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51:45Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Paul McManus, an expert in authority marketing, to explore how financial advisors can establish trust and attract high-value clients. Paul shares insights on personal branding, the power of authorship, and the importance of defining a niche market. They …
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From Refugee to Rockstar: Christian Ray-Flores on Personal Branding and High Performance
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54:24Episode 40: From Refugee to Rockstar: Christian Ray-Flores on Personal Branding and High Performance Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan interviews Christian Ray-Flores, an accomplished entrepreneur, pop artist, and high-performance coach. Christian recounts his incredible journey from a refugee to pop s…
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The Second Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #2, which looks at ... The Flash With co-host Jeremy (aka Yakk0) from the TransMissions Podcast. Timestamps: 2:08 - Crisis News 5:46 - Introduction of Guest Host 19:00 - Promo: Siegel and Shuster Society 20:43 - The Flash discussion 59:52 - Infinite Earth Spotlight 1:06:12 - Wrap up 1:10:17 - Prom…
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The First Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #1, which looks at ... The Monitor Tapes In The Monitor Tapes, we explore: the origin of the show DC Dave and Doug Adamson the podcast format topics the podcast will cover Leave comments for the show and view episode related images at our website at: https://www.themonitortapes.com. Email us at the…
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The First Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #1, which looks at ... The Monitor Tapes In The Monitor Tapes, we explore: the origin of the show DC Dave and Doug Adamson the podcast format topics the podcast will cover Leave comments for the show and view episode related images at our website at: https://www.themonitortapes.com. Email us at the…
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The Taylor Swift Effect: Building Client Loyalty Through Emotional Connection with Edmund Chien
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47:41Episode 39: The Taylor Swift Effect: Building Client Loyalty Through Emotional Connection with Edmund Chien Episode Overview In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan welcomes Edmund Chien, a former financial advisor and now coach to capital raisers and executives. Edmund draws a compelling analogy between financial advising a…
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Investment Strategies That Work: Avoiding Costly Mistakes with Larry Swedroe
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57:53Episode 38: Investment Strategies That Work: Avoiding Costly Mistakes with Larry Swedroe In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, Sam sits down with Larry Swedroe, a renowned advocate for evidence-based investing, to explore the principles behind successful investment strategies and the critical role behavioral finance plays in shaping investor…
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The First Tape: DC Dave and Doug Adamson play Tape #1, which looks at ... The Monitor Tapes In The Monitor Tapes, we explore: the origin of the show DC Dave and Doug Adamson the podcast format topics the podcast will cover Leave comments for this episode and view episode related images at our website at: The Monitor Tapes.com / 1 Email us at themon…
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Money, Meaning, and Happiness: The Financial Advisor's Guide with Daniel Crosby
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53:42Episode Summary In this insightful conversation, Dr. Daniel Crosby, a psychologist and behavioral finance expert, explores the intersection of psychology and finance. Dr. Crosby shares his journey from clinical psychology to behavioral finance, emphasizing how financial advisors can deepen client relationships by understanding the emotional and psy…
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The Monitor Tapes: A Crisis on Infinite Earths Podcast Hosted By DC Dave & Doug Adamson Worlds would live…worlds would die. And the DC Universe would never be the same again. Crisis on Infinite Earths, DC Comics’ seminal event from 1985. The impact is still felt over 40 years later. Join your hosts DC Dave and Doug Adamson – along with a rotating b…
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Say ‘Yes, And...’ - Applying Improv Principles to Business Success with Ian Keeling
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53:33Episode 36: Say ‘Yes, And...’ - Applying Improv Principles to Business Success with Ian Keeling Episode Summary In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan welcomes Ian Keeling, an actor, author, improv artist, and corporate coach. Together, they explore how the improv mindset can help us adapt, collaborate, and thrive in today’…
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A Firm Worth Building - The Digital Family Office with Michael Clarke
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43:18Episode 35: A Firm Worth Building - The Digital Family Office with Michael Clarke Episode Summary In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Michael Clarke, veteran financial advisor and author of A Firm Worth Building. Michael shares his journey from surviving the early years of the financial industry to creatin…
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Health Meets Wealth - A Future-Ready Guide to Aging Gracefully with Scott Fulton
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49:40Episode 34: Health Meets Wealth - A Future-Ready Guide to Aging Gracefully with Scott Fulton Episode Summary In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan speaks with Scott Fulton, author of Wealthspan, about the intersection of health, wealth, and housing in creating a fulfilling future. Scott shares why “aging well” is an art, b…
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Enhancing Retirement Advice Delivery and Digital Tools with Ryan Donovan
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36:38Episode 33: Enhancing Retirement Advice Delivery and Digital Tools with Ryan Donovan Episode Summary In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan welcomes Ryan Donovan, founder of Retirement.ca, to discuss the non-financial aspects of retirement planning and how digital tools are transforming the industry. Ryan shares how platfor…
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How to Engage Clients 150 Times a Year: Strategies from John Prendergast
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40:25Episode #32: How to Engage Clients 150 Times a Year: Strategies from John Prendergast Summary In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, Sam Sivarajan speaks with John Prendergast, founder and CEO of Blue Leaf, a pioneering wealth management software firm that's reshaping client engagement. John shares his unique career journey and insights on us…
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Breaking the Optimism Bias in Financial Advisory with John De Goey
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47:17In this episode, host Sam Sivarajan interviews John De Goey, a wealth advisor and consumer advocate, discussing his journey in the financial advisory industry, the concept of optimism bias, and its implications for investors. They explore the role of financial advisors in managing client expectations, the importance of diversification, and the impa…
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There’s No Place Like Home: The Power of Place in Wealth Planning with Ryan Frederick
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52:04Episode Summary: In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, Sam Sivarajan sits down with Ryan Frederick, founder of HERE, to explore the critical connection between place and longevity. Ryan advocates for "place planning," emphasizing how where we live is deeply intertwined with our well-being, especially as we age. This conversation touches on h…
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Beyond the Balance Sheet with Seth Streeter
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45:45Summary Seth Streeter, founder of Mission Wealth, discusses the concept of redefining wealth beyond financial metrics. He shares his background and the vision behind Mission Wealth, which focuses on comprehensive planning and proactive service. Streeter emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' true motivations and goals, and how advisors…
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Beyond the Buzz: Real AI Insights with Dr. Jeffrey Funk
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41:21Episode Summary: The Future-Ready Advisor with Dr. Jeffrey Funk In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, Sam Sivarajan interviews Dr. Jeffrey Funk, a seasoned expert in the economics of innovation, to dissect the current landscape of AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies. They explore what sets transformative technological innovations…
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Episode 27: Rewriting Retirement Spending Rules with Adam Chapman
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50:16Episode Summary: Join host Sam Sivarajan in this compelling episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, featuring Adam Chapman, a pioneer in retirement planning and founder of Yes Money. Discover Chapman’s revolutionary approach that encourages retirees to spend intelligently, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling retirement. Key quote from the episode: "It'…
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Episode 26: Revolutionizing Client Collaboration in Financial Services with Ali Qureshi
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41:45Episode Summary: In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan talks with Ali Qureshi, a fintech innovator, about the transformative power of digital collaboration tools in financial services. Ali delves into the origin and impact of his platform that is setting new standards for managing client relationships and document security…
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Episode 25: Integrating Technology and the Human Touch with Nataša Williams
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48:59Episode Summary In this riveting episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, Sam Sivarajan talks with Nataša Williams, a seasoned financial advisor and the co-founder of Cadro, leading UK technology-based wealth management firm. Nataša shares her unique insights on the integration of technology in wealth management, the personalized approach to client rel…
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Episode 24: Secrets to Successful Business Sales with Richard Betsalel
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32:21Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Richard Betsalel, a senior investment banker with Crosbie and Company. They explore the intricacies of mid-market business sales and strategic financing, shedding light on effective preparation and the impact of competitive tension on achieving …
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Episode 23: Decoding Behavioral Finance with Merle van den Akker
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52:15Episode Summary: In this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor, host Sam Sivarajan welcomes Merle van den Akker, an active voice in behavioral finance. Broadcasting from Sydney, Merle provides a detailed exploration of how deep-seated human behaviors and biases affect financial decision-making. With her extensive background in behavioral science, she…
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Episode 22: Revolutionizing Client Onboarding with Brandon Chapman
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34:06Episode Summary: Join host Sam Sivarajan in this episode of The Future-Ready Advisor as he engages with Brandon Chapman, founder of Advisor Flow. Brandon delves into how his platform is reshaping client onboarding and the overall advisory experience with innovative digital solutions. Key Quote: “Technology doesn't fix a broken business; it just acc…
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