From Tour Manager to Financial Planner: Backstage Lessons for the Advisory World
Update: 2025-08-05
Description
In this episode of The Complete Advisor, we sit down with Mark Billes, who spent 20 years managing international tours for rock legends before making a bold career pivot into financial advising. Mark opens up about the transferable skills that helped him thrive in both industries — like staying cool under pressure, managing complex logistics, and building trust with high-profile personalities.
From late-night backstage calls to calmly guiding clients through volatile markets, his story is full of surprising parallels and valuable lessons.
3 Takeaways:
• Tour-Tested Calm: The ability to manage high-stress situations with rock stars has given Mark a unique edge in guiding anxious clients through market turbulence.
• Process-Driven Planning: Just like a well-run tour, Mark’s client journey is structured, consistent, and focused on anticipating potential issues before they arise.
• Connection Through Storytelling: His music industry background helps him connect with clients on a personal level, making him more relatable and memorable.
From late-night backstage calls to calmly guiding clients through volatile markets, his story is full of surprising parallels and valuable lessons.
3 Takeaways:
• Tour-Tested Calm: The ability to manage high-stress situations with rock stars has given Mark a unique edge in guiding anxious clients through market turbulence.
• Process-Driven Planning: Just like a well-run tour, Mark’s client journey is structured, consistent, and focused on anticipating potential issues before they arise.
• Connection Through Storytelling: His music industry background helps him connect with clients on a personal level, making him more relatable and memorable.
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