Tag: Adaptation

The Right Technology For The Job With Joel Bruckenstein (Ep.32)

The Right Technology For The Job With Joel Bruckenstein (Ep.32)

Technology like Zoom has become a staple in the workplace. While it may have been difficult for some, finding and understanding beneficial technology for each task allows advisors to adapt to client demand in the modern world.

In this episode, Matt Ackermann is joined by president of T3 Technology and T3 advisor conference producer, Joel Bruckenstein. Joel shares his expertise in technology, finding the right software and understanding the tools to use in reaching different goals.

Joel discusses:

  • How the pandemic changed the perspective and use of technology
  • The two types of advisors in adapting to technology
  • Why education on technology is important for advisors
  • How to evaluate the proper software for your uses
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Joel P. Bruckenstein, CFP®, is an internationally recognized expert on applied technology for financial professionals and Publisher of Technology Tools for Today (T3) — formerly Virtual Office News, now dubbed the T3 Tech Hub.

He is also the producer of the annual T3 Advisor Conference, the premier technology conference for independent financial advisors, as well as the T3 Enterprise Conference, an annual gathering of top executives from independent broker/dealers and large RIAs. He also hosts other technology summits in partnership with thought leaders in the financial services industry (e.g., Brian Hamburger of MarketCounsel) and his own by-invitation-only fintech summit every summer. In 2020, Bruckenstein will produce for the first time a new one-day intensive called T3 Cyber University.

Bruckenstein has for more than twenty years advised financial service firms of all sizes on improving their technologies, processes and workflows.

Disclosure:

Content in this material is for general information only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. 

Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Integrated Partners, a registered investment advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial.

Joel Bruckenstein is the president of T3 Technology and is a separate entity and not affiliated with Integrated Partners and LPL Financial.

The Evolution Of Client Communication With Carol Anderson and Andree Peterson (Ep.31)

The Evolution Of Client Communication With Carol Anderson and Andree Peterson (Ep.31)

With technology’s constant evolution, the number of ways financial advisors can provide efficient and comprehensive advice increases through the tools we now have access to. 

In this episode, Matt Ackermann is joined by the FPA Carol Anderson, President of MQ Research And Education, and Andree Peterson, Chief Implementation Officer at Integrated Partners. They reveal how communication has evolved thanks to technology and the impact this has on client comprehension regarding their own financial and retirement plans.

Carol and Andree discuss:

  • Different types of communication methods
  • How a difference in knowledge impacts communication and understanding
  • The pandemics impact on technology acceptance
  • What the future holds for client advisor communication
  • And more

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About Our Guests:

Carol:

Carol Anderson is the founder and President of MQ Research & Education™ .  She has an M.S. in Consumer Economics & Family Resource Management and a diverse background in business, education, and financial services.  Since 1989, Carol has focused on the issues of financial planning education, retirement preparation, life planning, and productive aging.  As a researcher, writer, and consultant, Carol has worked with a broad range of companies and non-profit organizations in designing studies, conducting analyses, and compiling research reports. In addition, Carol has written articles, developed publications, and designed educational tools, materials, and training workshops. She is a member of the Financial Planning Association,Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education, and Financial Therapy Association.  When not working, Carol enjoys spending time with her family and pets, gardening, and hiking.

Andree:

Andree Peterson helps create successful referral relationships between CPAs and advisors through The Integrated CPA Alliance. This program has been in place since the inception of the firm and her role includes supporting its growth and evolution. They now proudly call over 127 CPA firms their trusted resources – they know they can count on Integrateds’ advisors to deliver for their clients, and vice-versa. It is perhaps the most sought-after growth driver at the firm, among many.

She takes great pride in my ability to effectively transition advisors to Integrated, creating a smooth process for all involved. Their partner firms have made an important decision by choosing Integrated Partners. Having managed the transition of over 160 advisors and 50,000+ client accounts, Andree has witnessed first-hand how crucial it is to maintain discipline, apply a strong process and ensure that she is with the new team members every step of the way as they come aboard.

This may be a business decision, but it is also highly personal. Andree find ways to solve complex problems quickly, and ways to meet the needs of individual clients while maintaining efficiency, all the while keeping in mind the emotional side of a transition. 

Disclosure:

Content in this material is for general information only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results.  

Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Integrated Partners, a registered investment advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial.

The Integrated CPA Alliance is not affiliated with LPL Financial. 

Carol Anderson is President of MQ Research and Education and is a separate entity and not affiliated with Integrated Partners and LPL Financial.