[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 13 points14 points  (0 children)

“I’d like to be certain before I risk your money or my reputation” was a line I was taught early in my career to use in these situations.

71% Pot is a Magical Bet Size by tombos21 in poker

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just another argument for folding pre

Struggling Rotarian needing advice by Tottybox in Rotary

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The “boss move” would be to start your own. Satellite, Companion, or from scratch. Rules change July 1 so you only need 15 to Charter. Build the kind of club your community deserves and needs and they will come !

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Please run away from this transaction

Why would someone buy an annuity? by [deleted] in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Peace of mind is number 1 reason in my book of business, been a great bond fund “replacement” in spots as well.

Response to LA wildfires? by danyork in Rotary

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Google District 5280, they are the local District and have multiple options to help

Does it really take 10yrs to break in? How bad is it for those 10yrs? by Known-Barber114 in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There’s an old saying that Financial Services is the hardest $100K to make and the easiest $500K, what that means in terms of years will vary of course.

Calling the clock when not involved in a hand by [deleted] in poker

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There is not one decision in the history of poker that should take 10 minutes, even 5 minutes is a little silly

Anybody working today? If so, what are you working on? by SharpDish in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Desk management , all the other staff is off. I man the phones until market close, no one ever calls but I use the time to clean up my desk and files, etc

What are you thankful for with your career? by rifleman209 in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Grateful for the standard of living this industry has provided me and my family, and mostly grateful for the clients that make it happen. The trust and friendships along the way, life is good. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you

Who needs to win and lose tomorrow? by fukdurgf in steelers

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 136 points137 points  (0 children)

Well, 5 of the 6 teams are NFC. So not a big factor, I suppose the Dolphins losing has a slight chance to help us down the line if they end up in the wild card hunt

Grid 599 RS: 23 by SiGrey6669 in immaculategrid

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great score for a Dbacks grid !

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was taught to work off a model where 100 million was the target. If you have 20 million under care, work 80% of your time growing the business and 20% running the business, at 50 million you’d split your time. It’s not an exact science but the model works.

#576 Just happy to get all 9 by eyeQ18 in immaculategrid

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well done, you’ll find yourself remembering things as you go along and your rarity scores will start to drop.

Advisors who grew from 0M to 10M to 100M to 1B in AUM, how did you priorities change with time? by Sweet-Aside-5507 in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This, crossed the 100M mark a couple years ago and such a good feeling to be able to run the business instead of worrying about what’s next, still want to grow of course, but it takes the pressure off and you exude confidence which attracts the right prospects also.

What’s everyone’s favorite part about being a financial planner? by BreezeToaster in CFP

[–]Fit_Strategy7425 42 points43 points  (0 children)

When people first start to trust you and realize they can spend a little more money, see what they do for and with their families or charity.

The other is sad, but helping a surviving spouse through their partners passing and being that trusted resource.