
They Moved the Goalposts – Again. When Is Enough… Enough?
If you’re a financial advisor in a traditional insurance firm, you’ve probably felt it: the quiet policy change that suddenly makes it harder to serve your clients the way you

The Three Identities of a Financial Advisor – And Why You Don’t Have to Go It Alone
When I became a financial advisor, I thought there was only one role I needed to master: serving clients well. But independence taught me there are actually three:
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What Advisors Wish They Knew Before Leaving a Captive Firm
The Moment Before the Leap If you’re reading this, you may already be standing at the edge — the edge between the comfort of what you know and the calling

Building Your Dream Practice: Why Independence Doesn’t Mean Doing It Alone
The Myth of the “Solo Advisor” There’s a romanticized image floating around in our industry — the lone wolf advisor who breaks free from the captive firm, hangs a shingle,

Empowering Success at Cornerstone Planning: Tech Consultations & Internal Coaching
At Cornerstone Planning Group (CPG), we pride ourselves on providing top-notch service to our clients, which starts with ensuring our advisors have the necessary tools and support to succeed. We

The Power of Mastermind Peer Groups: How They Accelerate Personal and Professional Growth for Financial Advisors
It’s important to always be on the lookout for ways to learn, both in life and business. You can learn from books, seminars, and webinars, but sometimes learning from your