Episodes

Growing an advisory business can create a new set of pressures. More clients can mean less capacity, more operational work, and harder decisions about what comes next. In this episode, Jeremy Houser speaks with Mike Nimmo, CFP®, Senior Vice President of Simplicity Wealth, about how advisors can approach growth, scale, and succession planning. Mike explains how marketing, planning, trading, operations, tax planning, and compliance support can extend an advisor’s team while preserving their brand ...

AI can help financial advisors create content and work more efficiently, but what happens when client data, advertising rules, and compliance enter the picture? In this episode, Jeremy Houser speaks with Jared Margolies, Director of Compliance at Simplicity Group Holdings, about AI, cybersecurity, advertising, and advisor marketing. Jared explains what advisors should consider before sharing data with AI tools, how compliance teams can support content creation, and where testimonials, online rev...

Financial advisory firms are facing major changes in how clients find advisors, how practices grow, and who will serve the next generation of investors. Preparing early can make those changes easier to manage. In this episode, Jeremy Houser explores how independent financial advisors can build stronger businesses through systems, team development, digital visibility, and succession planning. He examines the coming advisor retirement wave, the trillions of dollars expected to change hands, and ho...

Financial advisors can publish constantly and still struggle to turn attention into trust. A clearer approach starts with being useful, consistent, easy to understand, and available when clients need help. In this episode, Jeremy Houser talks with Thomas Kopelman, Co-Founder of AllStreet Wealth, about building an advisory business through social media and referrals. Thomas explains how educational content has created a steady flow of qualified prospects, why advisors should write the way clients...

Many financial advisors spend years trying different marketing tactics without feeling like they’re reaching the right people. What if attracting better clients had less to do with chasing leads and more to do with showing who you really are, building trust online, and creating meaningful relationships before the first conversation ever happens? In this episode, Jeremy Houser sits down with Derek Notman, CFP®, CEO of Couplr AI, to discuss how advisors can rethink client acquisition by focusing o...

Helping clients create dependable retirement income has become one of the biggest challenges financial professionals face as pensions continue disappearing. In this episode, Jeremy Houser welcomes Grant Kvalheim, CEO of Athene to discuss how the retirement income industry is evolving. Grant shares Athene’s approach to long-term growth, transparency, product innovation, and private credit investing while explaining why lifetime income continues to become a larger part of retirement planning. He a...

Financial advisors are under pressure to serve more clients, improve efficiency, and keep up with rapidly changing technology. How do you use AI without losing the personal relationships that clients value most? And where should advisors begin if they want technology to improve their daily work instead of creating more complexity? In this episode, Jeremy Houser sits down with Greg DuPont, JD, CFP®, CEO of Advocate Wealth Solutions and host of The March to a Million Podcast, to discuss how AI is ...

Retirement planning isn’t only about finding higher returns. It’s also about deciding how different pieces of a portfolio work together over time. What should advisors look for when evaluating indexed annuities? How can product design, diversification, and long-term thinking influence retirement outcomes? In this episode, Jeremy Houser welcomes Tom Haines, Executive Vice President of Capital Markets and Index Solutions at Annexus, to discuss how fixed indexed annuity strategies have evolved. Tom...

Technology is advancing quickly, and investors, business owners, and retirees are all trying to understand what it means for their future. Will artificial intelligence create new opportunities, change career paths, reshape investing, or alter retirement planning? Understanding how innovation influences markets and personal finances may become increasingly important in the years ahead. In this episode, Jeremy Houser welcomes Benjamin Shiller, Associate Professor of Economics at Brandeis Universit...

Today, clients are asking better questions online, and the firms that show up clearly may earn more attention. What does your digital presence tell search tools, social platforms, and real prospects about who you help? In this episode, Jeremy Houser talks with Samantha Russell, Chief Evangelist of FMG, about how financial advisors can improve their online visibility, build trust through social proof, and create content that answers real client questions. Samantha explains why niche messaging, fr...

For financial advisors trying to grow in a world where AI, digital marketing, and client expectations are changing fast, one of the biggest questions right now is this: How do you use technology to scale without losing the human connection that actually builds trust? In this episode of the Advisor Mentorship Podcast, Jeremy Houser sits down with David DeCelle, Co-Founder of WealthReach and CEO of Model FA, to unpack how advisors can use AI, marketing data, and modern growth strategies to build m...

Retirement planning is changing quickly, and advisors who fail to adapt may struggle to connect with the next generation of clients. How are Gen X and millennials changing the conversation around retirement, income planning, and financial advice? What role will AI, digital marketing, and client experience play in the years ahead? In this episode, Jeremy Houser talks about how advisors can prepare for shifting client expectations, use AI to improve efficiency, and strengthen their digital presenc...

Markets are often viewed through numbers, charts, and economic data, but there is another layer influencing how they move. How can advisors better understand these forces and connect them to portfolio performance? And how can they explain those movements in a way that resonates with clients? In this episode, Jeremy Houser interviews Ronnie Sadka, Founder and Managing Partner of MKT MediaStats and Professor at Boston College’s Carroll School of Management, about narrative-driven investing. He exp...

Speed matters more than ever, but does faster mean less personal? What if technology could actually help you build stronger relationships instead of replacing them? In this episode, Jeremy Houser interviews Matt Halloran, Chief Evangelist at Zocks, about how AI is reshaping the way advisors operate and communicate. They explore how faster follow-ups, smarter systems, and better listening can transform client relationships. Matt also shares practical ways advisors can use video, social media, and...

Why do some leaders move forward with clarity while others stay stuck even when they know what to do? The difference often comes down to habits, discipline, and how daily choices align with long-term goals. In this episode, Jeremy Houser interviews David Butler, Fractional Chief Growth & Leadership Officer, about how habits and behavior influence business performance and personal growth. David shares lessons from mentors like Stephen Covey, Brian Tracy, and Marshall Goldsmith, explaining why cla...

Many advisors rely on instinct to run their business. But what happens when you replace guesswork with real numbers? Understanding what drives growth, where prospects fall out of the funnel, and how marketing actually performs can change how a firm operates. In this episode, Jeremy Houser interviews Molly Pierce, CEO of Track That Advisor, about how financial advisors can use data to improve marketing, hiring, and client conversion. She explains the benchmarks advisors should track, including st...

Standing out today takes more than showing up. It requires clarity, consistency, and a message that actually connects. Are you building a brand people trust, or just posting to stay visible? In this episode, Jeremy Houser shares how advisors can adapt to AI, shifting consumer behavior, and the coming $84 trillion wealth transfer. He explains why Gen X is the next major opportunity, how digital presence drives credibility, and why authenticity, discipline, and consistent content are essential for...

What would it take for your business to operate without you? And how much value are you leaving on the table by building around yourself instead of around systems? In this episode, Jeremy Houser speaks with Bob Zamary, Partner and Director of Practice Management at Simplicity, about helping advisors build enterprise value and long-term freedom. They outline the foundations of equity value, from repeatable processes and documented sales systems to mission-driven hiring and leadership. Bob also sh...

Big growth strategies rarely fail because the ideas are bad; they fail because the business doesn’t have the systems to execute them. What happens when you take the leap from “top producer” to “business owner”… and suddenly you’re responsible for hiring, operations, marketing, forecasting, and leadership on top of selling? In this episode, Jeremy Houser sits down with Jeff Maxey, President at Simplicity InsurMark, to unpack what’s changed since Jeff took the helm and why building a senior lead...

Big financial strategies rarely fail because of numbers alone; they fail when expectations are unclear. What happens when interest rates rise, returns pause, or assumptions change after a plan is already in motion? In this episode, Jeremy Houser interviews Vincent Munno, Partner at Simplicity Group, about premium financing strategies for ultra-high-net-worth clients. Vincent explains how setting conservative expectations, modeling zero-return scenarios, and focusing on client need helps advisors...

Most advisory firms look similar on the surface, yet growth often stalls when everything is built around one person or a single approach. What happens when you intentionally step away from one-size-fits-all thinking and design a firm around individuality, adaptability, and long-term vision? In this episode, Jeremy Houser welcomes back Mike Milligan, CFP®, Founder of 1.oak Financial, to talk about his firm’s rebrand and the thinking behind it. He shares why scalability required a shift away from ...

As we kick off 2026, the economic headlines are loud, but the real story is in the data and the incentives behind it. In this episode, Jeremy Houser sits down with Dr. Campbell Harvey, Duke professor and Research Affiliates Director of Research, known for early work on the inverted yield curve, to break down what matters most for growth, markets, and resilience in 2026. Campbell discusses: Why the U.S. fiscal picture raises the stakes for stronger real GDP growth Why tariffs function like a tax...

As advisors wrap up 2025 and look ahead to 2026, many are rethinking how their practices operate day to day. Growth goals often stall when execution cannot keep pace with changing expectations, especially around digital visibility and team capacity. In this episode, Jeremy Houser explains how advisors are preparing for 2026 by putting structured systems in place rather than relying on last-minute effort. He shares how AMP ASSIST and AMP Premium help advisors and their teams handle content creati...

Markets can shift quickly, and understanding the tools behind index design can help you guide clients with more clarity. How do you sort through complex crediting strategies, and what can index ratings reveal about long-term performance potential? In this episode, Jeremy Houser speaks with Laurence Black, Founder of The Index Standard®, about how his team evaluates index construction, why volatility control remains important, and how advisors can use clearer forecasting to support client convers...