The Advice Business Podcast
Hosted by Zach Conway, CEO and Founder of Seeds, and Kelsey McKenna, Chief Operating Officer, The Advice Business Podcast invites you into candid conversations about what it really takes to build a thriving, independent advisory firm. This is where personal stories from the start-up world meet practical insights for financial advisors looking to grow with purpose.
Each episode shares behind-the-scenes lessons, honest reflections, and powerful moments of clarity that come from building a business designed to make a difference. Zach and Kelsey are joined by industry guests, financial advisors, and the Seeds team to explore how the right mindset, tools, and vision can turn advisors into a force for good.
Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, The Advice Business Podcast offers a fresh perspective, a few laughs, and the kind of support that makes you feel like you're not building alone.
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The Advice Business Podcast
Implementing Human-First Advice with Ross Marino
How does understanding a client's money story transform financial planning? Going from “answer man” to “question person” is uncomfortable, but Ross Marino encourages advisors to take the plunge. Two questions is all it takes to have more gratifying and enlightening conversations with clients.
“You have to take a human first approach. Some people get it quickly, and they start doing it early on in their career. For me, it took a few decades, but better to be slow than stupid.”
Key Takeaways:
- Embracing a human-first approach doesn't require a seismic shift—start by simply shifting the conversation.
- Understanding clients' money stories can profoundly impact your financial planning recommendations.
- The benefits of conducting "rediscovery" meetings and tactics for initiating the conversion.
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