The Human Side of Money

The most common mistake advisors make with prospects? They deliver a logically-driven pitch showcasing all the ways they can help. But, prospects make decisions with the emotional part of the brain. And, that's why logical pitches fall on deaf ears. Stacy Havener, Founder and CEO at Havener Capital Partners, has raised

What if retirement planning wasn’t just about saving but about learning how to spend? In Part 2 of The Human Side of Retirement,  Brendan Frazier continues his conversation with Dan Haylett to explore the emotional and psychological aspects of decumulation. They dig into the behavioral side of this transition, why a "s

Retirement isn't just about reaching a number - it's a deeply personal transition that requires more than financial planning. By understanding what truly matters beyond the numbers, you can better support clients in creating meaningful and fulfilling retirements. In Part One of this episode, Dan Haylett emphasizes the

Financial planning is a service-based business. You're selling the invisible. It can't be seen, touched or experienced before buying. Prospects are forced to search for other ways to evaluate the value of working with you (most of which are NOT great options to inform such an important decision!). Fortunately, Michael

The conversations you have with clients during uncertain markets are the most important you’ll ever have. Helping them safely and confidently navigate times like these is likely the single most important thing you’ll ever do… If you know how to do it! In this episode, Brendan walks through a 4-step framework to equip y

Most advisors know they need to integrate the human element into their practice. But, it’s hard to decide WHAT to do and HOW to do it. Fortunately, Danielle Howard has successfully studied, tested and integrated the human element into her practice for over 30 years. And, through those years of learning and testing, she