Are you ready for some thoughtful discussions about how to meet and exceed the rigors of today's retirement industry? Join host Tom Lamendola, Chief Marketing Officer for Financial Independence Group, for a deep dive into the demands of today's retirement industry.
Each episode, Tom will lead a thoughtful discussion with leaders in the financial arena to create a unique show that's designed to serve both financial professionals and everyday investors.
Financial Independence Group (FIG) has been a leader in the financial services space for more than 40 years. Tom Lamendola joined FIG in 2017 and has been responsible for growing high performing teams and challenge organizations to reach their potential for more than 15 years.
Questions for Tom? Want to be a guest? Inquire at tom.lamendola@figmarketing.com or by calling 800-527-1155.
Stop Losing Business for the Wrong Reasons with Paul Carpenter
What if stronger client relationships start with changing the way you communicate? In this episode, Tom is joined by Paul Carpenter, sales coach and trainer at SERVEFIRST, to explore how understanding human dynamics can help advisors build trust and connect more effectively. Tune in to learn the importance of recognizing personal blind spots and adapting communication to better serve clients and teams.
Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:
🧠 Producer Insights: Understand your own communication style
📈 Business Growth: Apply insights across the practice
🗣️ Communication: Avoid speaking past your audience
🔄 Adaptability: Adjust without losing authenticity
🤝 Motivation: Frame ideas around client priorities
Resources for this episode:
Connect with Paul: https://www.paulcarp.com
SERVEFIRST: https://zoneinsights.thinkific.com
Learn About FIG: https://www.figmarketing.com
800-527-1155
2 Oct 2026
Building a Scalable Advisory Business with Paul Carpenter
What if growing your practice wasn't about finding more leads, but making every conversation count? In this episode, Tom is joined by Paul Carpenter, sales coach and trainer at SERVEFIRST, to discuss how advisors can build more effective, scalable practices. They explore the mindset and process behind stronger client conversations and a more efficient path from first appointment to lasting relationships.
Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:
📈 Scaling Practices: Build a repeatable sales system
🔢 Know Numbers: Track conversion and closing rates
🎤 Seminars: Attract prospects with real concerns
🎯 Qualification: Focus on the right-fit families
🧠 Communication: Match messaging to personality styles
Connect with Paul: https://www.paulcarp.com
SERVEFIRST: https://zoneinsights.thinkific.com
Learn About FIG: https://www.figmarketing.com
800-527-1155
11 Sept 2026
The Market Looks Strong- But What's Under the Surface? Featuring Tony Parish
The economy and markets may look strong on the surface, but Tony Parish says investors and advisors should pay close attention to what's happening underneath. In this episode, Tom talks with the AlphaStar Capital Management CIO about how taking too much risk - or too little - can create problems for investors. Tony also shares his perspective on the massive wave of AI spending and why long-term opportunity doesn't eliminate short-term uncertainty. The biggest advantage may not come from predicting the next headline, but from having a plan built to withstand whatever comes next.
Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:
⚠️ Concentration Risk: Why a small group of companies is driving an outsized share of market returns
👥 Consumer Spending: How a relatively small group of households is influencing the broader economy
📱 Younger Investors: Reaching the next generation through digital content and long-term investing conversations
🛡️ Annuity Role: Where downside protection can fit alongside stocks, bonds, and other assets
⚖️ Risk Balance: Understanding the dangers of both too much risk and too little
🧭 Planning Discipline: Focusing on the factors investors can actually control
🤖 AI Boom: Why today's massive spending could create both major winners and major disappointments
Learn About FIG: https://www.figmarketing.com
800-527-1155
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