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
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!
Episode No. 359 | April 19, 2023
From CPA to Starting & Growing Your Own RIA
A Conversation with Mike Troxell
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!
Episode No. 358 | April 05, 2023
When “Having It All” Looks Different Than You Planned
A Reflective Conversation with Betty Wang
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 …
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
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 …
May 27, 2020
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 …
May 20, 2020
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 …
May 13, 2020
Building A Deliberate Firm As An Introvert
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 …
September 25, 2019
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 …