XYPN Radio / Growing Your Firm

Episode No. 360 | May 03, 2023

From Wirehouse to Solo RIA—When Following a Calling Serves You AND Your Clients

A Conversation with Kaysian Gordon

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If you are interested in what it takes to transition from a long-term wirehouse position to solo RIA ownership, what it means to truly answer a calling, and how to sustainably serve others without being self-sacrificing, this episode is for you!

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Episode No. 359 | April 19, 2023

From CPA to Starting & Growing Your Own RIA

A Conversation with Mike Troxell

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If you’re interested in learning about the advantages of growing your firm with like-minded advisors, the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant, and how none of it would be possible without a supportive spouse, this episode’s for you!

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Episode No. 358 | April 05, 2023

When “Having It All” Looks Different Than You Planned

A Reflective Conversation with Betty Wang

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If you’ve ever found yourself questioning what “having it all” looks like for you, how to pull focus on those visions and find balance as you start and run your business, this episode is for you. In this reflective and empowering conversation, XYPN member Betty Wang, CFP®, founder of …

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Episode No. 357 | March 22, 2023

The ROI of Using a Values-Based Approach to Gain Traction With Your Ideal Client

A Conversation with Jake Northrup

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If you’re interested in learning how to grow your initial firm investment five-fold in 3 ½ years in a dual-entrepreneurial household, this episode’s for you! Join in the conversation with XYPN member Jake Northrup, CFP®, CFA, CSLP®,founder of Experience Your Wealth and hear about how …

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May 27, 2020

Ep #257: The Experiences of Running a Newly Launched Firm During the 2008 Market Crash with Diana Bacon and Scott Bell

Ep #257: The Experiences of Running a Newly Launched Firm During the 2008 Market Crash with Diana Bacon and Scott Bell

We’re excited to have XYPN members Diana Bacon, with FSG out of Dallas, TX, and Scott Bell with GDP, inc out of Manhattan Beach, CA on the show today. Both Diana and Scott started and grew their own RIAs during the 2008 recession. During this episode, we reminisce about their experien …

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May 20, 2020

Ep #256: Navigating The Way Forward with XYPN’s Advisor Success Team

Ep #256: Navigating The Way Forward with XYPN’s Advisor Success Team

This week, we’re changing things up and are excited to have XYPN coaches Emily Purdon, Arlene Moss, Carolyn Dalle-Molle and BB Webb on the podcast today. Once COVID-19 became recognized as a global pandemic, the XYPN team recognized that advisors were going to be facing new experience …

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May 13, 2020

Building A Deliberate Firm As An Introvert

Ep #255: Building A Deliberate Firm As An Introvert: The Career Of Chuck Donalies

We’re thrilled to share the story of XYPN member, Chuck Donalies, on the show today. Chuck is the owner of Donalies Financial Planning, a fee-only firm in Washington DC. Chuck started his career in the biotech space but was drawn to financial planning while pursuing his MBA. Shortly a …

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September 25, 2019

Ep #222: Building Your Business with Intentionality featuring Eric Roberge

Ep #222: Building Your Business with Intentionality featuring Eric Roberge

Starting and running a business takes intentionality, but it's easy for that intention to fizzle in the chaos of entrepreneurship. Today Eric Roberge, successful practice owner and contributor to Business Insider and Forbes, joins the show to weigh in on the importance of keeping inte …

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