Kitces and Carl - Real Talk for Real Financial Advisors

A no-holds barred conversation for Real Financial Advisors with industry nerd Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards. One draws with a Sharpie, the other nerds out with spreadsheets, and both provide you with unique perspectives so that you can more effectively communicate with and serve your clients, run a more fulfilling practice, and maintain a healthier lifestyle.

How Do You Know When You Are Adding Value Versus Just Trying To Justify Your Fees?: Kitces & Carl Ep 155

In our 155th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss a common pitfall among advisors, and what you should consider to make sure you're actually adding value—not just wasting time. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

01-09
37:08

The Limits Where Technology Can't Scale Financial Planning Advice: Kitces & Carl Ep 154

In our 154th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss technology and AI's role in the future of financial advice. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

12-26
32:49

Evaluating The Tradeoffs That Come With Retaining 'Legacy' Clients: Kitces & Carl Ep 153

In our 153rd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what to do when legacy clients start to hurt profitability down the line. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

12-12
36:12

Advisory Fee Confidence And Building The Happy-Client Stoke File: Kitces & Carl Ep 152

In our 152nd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss surprising data from recent research on the different ways advisors charge fees. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

11-28
30:59

What's Holding You Back From Delegating What You Need To Let Go Of?: Kitces & Carl Ep 151

In our 151st episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what often stands in the way of delegating tasks—and what you can do to avoid common sticking points. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

11-14
35:01

When The Early Years’ Scarcity As A Financial Advisor Prevents You From Growing To The Next Level: Kitces & Carl Ep 150

In our 150th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how the scarcity mentality many new advisors experience when just starting out can negatively affect their career down the road—and how to avoid this common trap. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

10-31
28:45

Do You Really Need A Business Partner… Or A Study Group?: Kitces & Carl Ep 149

In our 149th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss why having friends in the trenches with you as you launch your own firm might be more valuable than having a business partner. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

10-17
31:36

Making It Easier To Get Started By NOT Building In Public And Focusing On Version 0 Instead: Kitces & Carl Ep 148

In our 148th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the mindset shift that can help when you're scared to take the next step toward your goals. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

10-03
34:37

Preparing An Advisory Firm For The Risk Of A Market (And Revenue) Decline: Kitces & Carl Ep 147

In our 147th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what advisors can do to prepare for the next market downturn. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

09-19
33:48

Re-Educating Clients (Scalably) After They ‘Read Something On The Internet’: Kitces & Carl Ep 146

In our 146th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to handle when clients try to educate themselves about finance online—but come away with misinformation. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

09-05
29:40

Explaining The Full Value Of (Life) Planning By Unlocking The Emotional Job To Be Done: Kitces & Carl Ep 145

In our 145th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how advisors can communicate their planning style in their marketing before investing time in client meetings that may or may not lead to long-term engagement. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

08-22
32:12

The Success Trap Of Boutique Practices And Building With Intentionality: Kitces & Carl Ep 144

In our 144th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how fast growth can get in the way of working "lifestyle" hours—and what to do about it. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

08-08
28:32

Taking Over Clients From An Advisor With A Different Personality And Communication Style: Kitces & Carl Ep 143

In our 143rd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards explore how next-gen advisors can navigate transitioning clients accustomed to a quantitative approach to financial planning. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

07-25
36:08

Carl's 13 Magical Questions Of Conversational Goodness With (New) Clients: Kitces & Carl Ep 142

In our 142nd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss impactful questions to ask clients in order to create deeper conversations and deeper connections. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

07-11
45:43

Creating The Space To Have More Meaningful Money Conversations With Clients: Kitces & Carl Ep 141

In our 141st episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the powerful questions to ask clients in order to create impactful conversations about money. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

06-27
38:39

Are You Worrying About Scale Before You Even Have A Scale Problem?: Kitces & Carl Ep 140

In our 140th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what's likely behind the common problem of advisors prematurely worrying about scale. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

06-13
28:45

When Have You Done 'Enough' For Clients (And How Do You Know)?: Kitces & Carl Ep 139

In our 139th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to know when you offer "enough" value to clients that it's no longer necessary to keep doing and learning more. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

05-30
30:08

Crafting Your Own Stop-Doing List To Create Capacity For What Really Matters: Kitces & Carl Ep 138

In our 138th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to optimize your time by identifying what you consistently do—and would love to stop doing. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

05-16
38:00

When Does Your Career Transition From Saying Yes To Opportunities & Focusing More On No?: Kitces & Carl Ep 137

In our 137th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to know when it's time to start saying no. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

05-02
38:30

Should Internal Succession Plans Provide A G2 Discount For Lack Of Affordability?: Kitces & Carl Ep 136

In our 136th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what to consider for succession plans as more advisors approach the age of retirement. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.

04-18
35:28

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