Episodes
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.
Published 06/13/24
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.
Published 05/30/24
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.
Published 05/16/24
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.
Published 05/02/24
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.
Published 04/18/24
In our 135th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss whether or not professional advisors should be expected to create career opportunities for up-and-coming advisors. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 04/04/24
In our 134th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what to do once a client achieves their financial goals—and doesn't seem to realize it. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 03/21/24
In our 133rd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss money, meaning, and what it's all for. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 03/07/24
In our 132nd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the best way for advisors to get the word out about their services. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 02/22/24
In our 131st episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss setting goals—and the "why" behind doing so. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 02/08/24
In our 130th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the advisor mindset that leads to more happiness. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 01/25/24
In our 129th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the results of their recent study on advisor well-being. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 01/11/24
In our 128th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss a key difference in perspective when it comes to spending money. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 12/28/23
In our 127th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss Carl's exciting new project. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 12/14/23
In our 126th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss whether it makes more sense to focus on increasing productivity or to simply increase your fees. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 11/30/23
In our 125th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what it really means to scale.  For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 11/16/23
In our 124th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to handle when clients no longer fit your specialization. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 11/02/23
In our 123rd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss whether all advisors choosing a niche results in some potential clients being left out of receiving financial advice. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 10/19/23
In our 122nd episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to guide client decisions that aren't about wealth maximization. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 10/05/23
In our 121st episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss whether self-promotion is essential for advisors. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 09/21/23
In our 120th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss the recurring myth that small RIAs are doomed due to scaling challenges. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 09/07/23
In our 119th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how to get an older advisor (who isn't as engaged in growing the business anymore) to let go and retire. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 08/24/23
In our 118th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss whether you hang onto being a financial advisor even when you're no longer taking clients.  For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 08/10/23
In our 117th episode of Kitces & Carl, Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss what it looks like when you're done growing the business. For full show notes, see kitces.com and thesocietyofadvice.com.
Published 07/27/23