by Corey Walen
Welcome to the Firm Transitions podcast. I'm Corey Walen and my goal is to make broker dealer and RIA due diligence easier for you. I've helped more than 1,000 high-performing financial advisors make successful transitions and on this podcast, I share conversations, stories, examples, and helpful guidance for those looking to make a change or simply seeking more information.
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April 24, 2025
<p>Scott and I discuss the challenges advisors face when transitioning to independence, particularly the unfamiliar aspects of running their own business.</p><p>Scott (COO of Kestra Private Wealth Services) explains their fully supported model, which handles real estate, technology, compliance, and ongoing support. He discusses what an ideal advisor looks like for Kestra's supported model, as well as thespecifics around the costs associated and the overall time commitment.</p><p>• Insider's Guide to Financial Advisor Independence</p><p>• Overcome the Fear of Going Independent</p><p>• Fully Supported Model: Minimize Operational Stress</p><p>• Real-World Strategies for Transitioning from Wirehouse</p><p>• Maximize Profitability and Client Focus</p><p>• Expert Insights from 150+ Independent Office Launches</p><p>• Navigate Technology, Compliance, and Infrastructure Challenges</p><p>• Proven Path to Business Ownership for Financial Advisors</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p>Contact & connect with me:</p><p>Text or Call: <a href="tel:(908)%20902%204903">(908) 902 4903</a></p><p>Meet: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEY2ZlV4cEZrVEl0TzZzaWdmemt3V055MXRnZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuNzZJSDVDZkhDVmNPNWlIXzJYTWRxR0JRQktsMnVacFp5TjZJd216QnRsYTlTMC1sZDc1SzIxNzI5NU1ELTJOWHlHMVpuV2ppRmV4OHZyQTQxZXVJRTJEWXVqdHFsVGZpS2VVQnFEWTNsYTZ4ekNIdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.com%2Fcoreywalen&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs">https://calendly.com/coreywalen</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl81TVQxalBHTGUzSkVJdmZnWTVvRzJHRWhwQXxBQ3Jtc0tsWnBJQmhPOWtfZHZ2cDdYSG04SXdlQkp5bkZHZ1JVV3FITzBxbjY3eEh3SnJYeUpvc0RLdG12WEpENHlkLWNlT0FqdE5vRnI3TGNLMG01QUxqdzlCVmZ4NktQemlfU2NNX2tUS3lRZl9NRzY2RnliQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fcorey-walen-22a76325%2F&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs">https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-walen-22a76325/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen">https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.coreywalen.com/">https://www.coreywalen.com</a></p>
April 7, 2025
<p>Ali Rustempasic shares his transformative journey from a 12-year veteran at Edward Jones to a thriving independent financial advisor at Raymond James.</p><p>After feeling constrained by corporate limitations, Ali took a calculated risk that dramatically reshaped his professional life.</p><ul><li><p>Business growth from $116M to $230M in assets</p></li><li><p>Reduced client relationships from 245 to 170 while nearly doubling assets</p></li><li><p>Incorporating business-changing technologies and options</p></li><li><p>Renewed passion</p></li></ul><p>"When there is doubt, there is no doubt" </p><p>"It's a Job, You're an Employee, You Don't Own Your Business" </p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p>Contact & connect with me:</p><p>Text or Call: <a href="tel:(908)%20902%204903">(908) 902 4903</a></p><p>Meet: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEY2ZlV4cEZrVEl0TzZzaWdmemt3V055MXRnZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuNzZJSDVDZkhDVmNPNWlIXzJYTWRxR0JRQktsMnVacFp5TjZJd216QnRsYTlTMC1sZDc1SzIxNzI5NU1ELTJOWHlHMVpuV2ppRmV4OHZyQTQxZXVJRTJEWXVqdHFsVGZpS2VVQnFEWTNsYTZ4ekNIdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.com%2Fcoreywalen&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs">https://calendly.com/coreywalen</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl81TVQxalBHTGUzSkVJdmZnWTVvRzJHRWhwQXxBQ3Jtc0tsWnBJQmhPOWtfZHZ2cDdYSG04SXdlQkp5bkZHZ1JVV3FITzBxbjY3eEh3SnJYeUpvc0RLdG12WEpENHlkLWNlT0FqdE5vRnI3TGNLMG01QUxqdzlCVmZ4NktQemlfU2NNX2tUS3lRZl9NRzY2RnliQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fcorey-walen-22a76325%2F&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs">https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-walen-22a76325/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen">https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.coreywalen.com/">https://www.coreywalen.com</a></p>
March 28, 2025
<li><p>Enjoy this episode:</p><ul><li>Maximizing your practice's value</li><li>Overcoming community and independence fears</li><li>Finding the right firm that truly supports your growth</li><li>Avoiding common due diligence mistakes</li><li>Future-proofing your business (Do I really own it?)</li></ul></li><p><br></p><p>I hope this conversation is helpful. If you're a high-performing advisor that could use the help of a non-biased transition consultant please reach out, I'd be happy to talk. </p><p><br></p><p>Contact & connect with me:</p><p>Text or Call: <a href="tel:(908)%20902%204903" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">(908)902 4903</a></p><p>Meet: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEY2ZlV4cEZrVEl0TzZzaWdmemt3V055MXRnZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuNzZJSDVDZkhDVmNPNWlIXzJYTWRxR0JRQktsMnVacFp5TjZJd216QnRsYTlTMC1sZDc1SzIxNzI5NU1ELTJOWHlHMVpuV2ppRmV4OHZyQTQxZXVJRTJEWXVqdHFsVGZpS2VVQnFEWTNsYTZ4ekNIdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.com%2Fcoreywalen&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://calendly.com/coreywalen</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl81TVQxalBHTGUzSkVJdmZnWTVvRzJHRWhwQXxBQ3Jtc0tsWnBJQmhPOWtfZHZ2cDdYSG04SXdlQkp5bkZHZ1JVV3FITzBxbjY3eEh3SnJYeUpvc0RLdG12WEpENHlkLWNlT0FqdE5vRnI3TGNLMG01QUxqdzlCVmZ4NktQemlfU2NNX2tUS3lRZl9NRzY2RnliQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fcorey-walen-22a76325%2F&v=AoxGeW5u8Rs" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-walen-22a76325/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@CoreyWalen</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.coreywalen.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.coreywalen.com</a></p>
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