

The Perfect RIA
Matthew Jarvis, CFP® & Micah Shilanski, CFP®
Welcome to The Perfect RIA podcast, the ultimate resource for advisors who want to master time management, optimize advisor-client interactions, achieve unparalleled profitability, and maximize value in their practice. Hosted by industry experts Matthew Jarvis, CFP®, and Micah Shilanski, CFP®, this podcast is your blueprint for success.
Matthew and Micah don't talk theory; they share what has worked for them in the real world. They cut through the noise to deliver practical advice that you can implement immediately so you can make the most of your time—allowing you to spend more of it outside the office.
Whether you're a seasoned advisor or just starting out, The Perfect RIA podcast equips you with the tools and knowledge you need to excel. Tune in and transform your advisory practice into a powerhouse of success.
Matthew and Micah don't talk theory; they share what has worked for them in the real world. They cut through the noise to deliver practical advice that you can implement immediately so you can make the most of your time—allowing you to spend more of it outside the office.
Whether you're a seasoned advisor or just starting out, The Perfect RIA podcast equips you with the tools and knowledge you need to excel. Tune in and transform your advisory practice into a powerhouse of success.
Episodes
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Oct 28, 2022 • 13min
Follow Up Friday - Delegation: When It Works And When It Doesn't
Do you realize that you're already delegating the majority of items in your life? Have you paid attention to how you're talking to your clients by replacing the word 'marshmallow' anytime you use industry jargon, and do you create so much value that your clients are excited to talk about you to their friends? Listen in as Amber recaps this week's highlights and action items. https://bit.ly/3yPuYSN

Oct 27, 2022 • 23min
Worlds To Conquer - Client Onboarding: Referrals
If you've been following Jamie through the first-year onboarding process, then you realize how much you are about to dramatically change your clients' lives. But have you thought about how that is the perfect time to also get referrals? Listen in as Jamie shares why you need to have a referral campaign and create opportunities for your clients to talk about you. https://bit.ly/3TdMkku

Oct 26, 2022 • 29min
What Works Wednesday - Dynamic Retirement Income Planning with Justin Fitzpatrick
Calculating Dynamic Distribution Rates is not something you can figure out with a notepad or a calculator. On today's episode, Justin Fitzpatrick from Income Labs joins Matt to talk about how through their software, they work to bring better outcomes and experiences to clients and why it's important to talk to clients in a way that they understand. Listen in as Matt and Justin discuss that people don't change the way they speak just because they retire and how little changes can result in a big long-term effect. https://bit.ly/3TffOOQ

Oct 24, 2022 • 31min
Delegation: When It Works And When It Doesn't [Episode 175]
It can be hard to make the jump to start delegating, and since we need to be honest here, it doesn't always go as planned. At first glance, delegating a task for booking travel seems simple. But what if you end up in the middle seat of the last row? On today's episode, Orion Matthews joins Matt and Micah to talk about their experiences with delegation and why you need a process and checklist to make sure tasks are done the right way. Listen in as the guys discuss why you need to make sure to look at your process to make sure that everything is documented correctly, and that if two or more people can perform a task, then it should be delegated. For more information and resources: https://theperfectria.com/podcast/175/

Oct 21, 2022 • 12min
Follow Up Friday - Your Client Onboarding Process
Key takeaways from this week's episodes. Having systems in place that deliver massive value to your new, and current clients, and creating processes where none exist can separate the best advisor from the second best. Listen in as Amber recaps this week's highlights and action items creating an onboarding process that works as well as how finding your passion and educating others can help you create a hyper specialized practice. https://bit.ly/3Coueow

Oct 20, 2022 • 34min
Worlds To Conquer - Client Onboarding - Creating A Solid Foundation
Jamie discusses the onboarding process for what happens once you get hired by a client, focusing on creating a solid foundation, what to do during that first year to deliver massive value, and how this work during surge. She also shares that you need to trust in your processes, your system, and trust in your team and why creating a financial plan is similar to building a house. https://bit.ly/3RQnkOL

Oct 17, 2022 • 29min
Your Client Onboarding Process [Episode 174]
Do you feel that you should create a new and unique system with each and every client and truly believe that doing so provides value? What if, instead, you created a process for your new and existing clients - from empowering your team to assist and setting standards for the 'right' way to answer a client call, to constantly setting expectations with your clients on what it is that you're doing for them? Listen in as Matthew and Micah share why having processes in place when bringing in a new client allows you and your team to truly provide the most value to your clients. They also share why you need to remember that everything you do is fresh and new to a client and how little things can add up to make a big difference. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://theperfectria.com/podcast/174

Oct 14, 2022 • 13min
Follow Up Friday - What Do You Do Once The Prospect Says 'Yes!'?
What you need to know about onboarding. https://bit.ly/3Veoiac

Oct 13, 2022 • 41min
Worlds To Conquer - New Client Onboarding - What Information New Prospects and Clients Provide
What we expect prospects to give us prior to the initial conversation with them, how we prepare for the initial meeting, and more. https://bit.ly/3edEwzN

Oct 12, 2022 • 27min
What Works Wednesday - The Top Reasons Why You Should Stay With A Broker-Dealer with Brad Wales
If you are an investor wanting to avoid the larger wirehouses, you are probably in the market for an independent financial planner or advisor who doesn't work at one of the larger firms. Generally, an independent planner or advisor will either be a registered investment advisor (RIA) or someone who works for an independent broker-dealer. In this episode, Matt is joined by Brad Wales, Founder of Transition to RIA, and although they are both large advocates for RIAs, they will be sharing their top reasons as to why you may want to stay with a broker-dealer. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3BVcn8p


