Benjamin Brandt is the founder and president of Capital City Wealth Management, as well as the host of Retirement Starts Today Radio. Through his podcast, Benjamin inspires people to be financially independent and properly prepared to retire. Today he joins this podcast to discuss his background and how he started his incredibly successful show. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2W9B26f
Apr 03, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 71
This is a special episode because Coach Joe Lukacs joins the show to discuss how to make sure you’re in a good headspace that will allow you to effectively help your family, business, and clients through difficult times. Whether you’re an advisor who has been through a recession before or this is your first rodeo, you'll gain some great insights and tips on how to handle unexpected challenges. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/33NSDT0...
Mar 27, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Having just returned from their mastermind ski trip, Matt and Micah have a ton of inspiration and lessons to share that came out of that experience. For a few years now, they have been hosting a mastermind session with a core group to break through mental barriers and create extreme accountability. There was so much value they were able to bring out of the experience that they’re bringing it to the podcast for you to benefit from as well. You can find show notes and more information by clicking ...
Mar 20, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 70
When panic starts rolling through, clients become uneasy and more likely to question your plans. So how do we settle their uneasiness and make them feel comfortable with the plans we have set in place for their financial goals? Today Micah and Matthew are talking about global pandemics and sharing tips on how to properly address panic with your clients. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2VUtUud
Mar 13, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Matthew and Micah are big proponents of working with coaches and calling in reinforcements who can truly add value to your work and business. Colleen from Q2 consulting is taking the place of Micah this episode because she has some really helpful insight on building great teams. Matthew and Colleen discuss how business owners should work and particularly how to work with your team. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/32mBezX...
Mar 06, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Following on the heels of the last episode where Matt and Micah started talking about the prospect meeting and how the lead-up should be handled, today's episode will be continuing where they left off. The guys will discuss what should be happening in that first meeting and what to do after you have vetted a potential client enough to know they are a solid prospect. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2SFIsvR...
Feb 21, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Finding the right clients and making sure they are the right fit for your business can be a confusing process. So in this episode, Matt and Micah talk about ways you can set yourself up to receive only the people you can truly serve well. You will also find out what they do personally to vet clients and get through the first prospect meeting with clarity and purpose. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/37lVrqu...
Feb 14, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Rentals can easily go wrong, and the data you get from other renters and realtors is often questionable. But today, Matt and Micah will share a simple solution that helps everyone make the best, informed decision on whether or not to go forward with the property rental, and they'll shed light on what you need to know about the Secure Act. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2GVl72k
Feb 07, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Many advisors see one thing in particular as more of a nuisance than an opportunity to add value. What thing is that? Required minimum distributions, or RMDs. But the truth is that RMDs are often an overlooked opportunity, and today Matt and Micah will explain why this is one of those little areas where you can potentially deliver massive value. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2tSqkoO
Jan 31, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Advisors get stuck on great ideas all the time. What’s so bad about great ideas? Today Matt and Micah are going to share why these so-called "million dollar" ideas are worthless and how to dial into what really matters: implementation. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/375KFFn
Jan 24, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Coming off of 2019, when the market has had another phenomenal year, Micah and Matt want to discuss a topic they have not covered much before: investments and “outperforming” the markets. They'll share how you can be prepared for conversations about investments and how to handle it when clients have doubts. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2FFfUeD
Jan 17, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 62
When you are out of the office and you want to unplug, how do you handle distributions? This question comes from a loyal listener and member of the TPR nation, and today Matt and Micah will be sharing the answer. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2FlZZBN
Jan 10, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 61
As we head into 2020, it is important to set goals and challenges for the year ahead. So in this episode, Matt and Micah are going to be setting a challenge for you and explaining what it takes to make it happen. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2MJNnbo
Jan 03, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Being an RIA owner is not just about numbers—it also has a lot to do with emotions and helping your clients make huge transitions in their lives. So how do you make that deeper connection and help your clients achieve their goals? Matt and Micah break it down in today's episode. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2rfx6Un
Dec 27, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Many business owners seem to be overwhelmed when trying to choose which program they should be doing or which coach they should be using. So in this episode, Micah and Matt are going to be sharing their opinions on this subject and describing the things you need to be looking at to find the perfect program for you and your firm. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2qQtRCD
Dec 20, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 58
The challenge of managing distractions is something that every office and every worker deals with. In fact, on average, workers spend just 2 hours and 48 minutes per day on productive tasks. So today, Matt and Micah will be working through common distractions and ways to handle them to help you ensure you're making the most of your day. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2qop8aS
Dec 13, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 57
As 2020 approaches, it’s important to start putting systems in place to ensure a successful year ahead. So in this episode, Matt and Micah sit down to discuss how to be winners with systems—not losers with goals. As provocative as that may sound, it is the mindset you need to adopt in order to succeed. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/366w7on
Dec 06, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 56
As the new year approaches, it’s easy to leave a lot of valuable lessons on the table by not taking a close look at 2019. So today, Matt and Micah will be discussing the importance of evaluating your past year in order to find out what worked well and what didn’t. In short, they're sharing how to evaluate properly by making sure you measure the right stuff. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2QOuas5
Nov 29, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Today on the show, Matt is joined by a very special guest, executive coach Adam Silberstein. Adam helps CEOs around the country (including Matt, himself!) to find the perfect work-life balance so they can leave work with more energy than when they arrived, and he's here to break down how you can do the same. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2O41pWB
Nov 22, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Often we are told to work on our businesses, but what does that entail? And what is the difference between working on your business and working in your business? Today Matt and Micah will explain the distinction between the two, as well as what it means to be “playing office.” You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2rjviZZ
Nov 15, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 53
A lot of advisors see investments as a sore spot in their practices, but it doesn't have to be that way. Today Micah and Matt are going to talk about how to use investments to deliver massive value to your clients and how to ensure your clients feel confident as you help them achieve their goals. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2p7578m
Nov 08, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 52
All entrepreneurs make mistakes sometimes, so today Micah and Matt are discussing what to do if you make an error in your practice. They will share examples of what they have done when they’ve made mistakes in the past, as well as the benefits of taking extreme ownership in those situations. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2r3BDJb
Oct 31, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 51
There’s a big difference between advisors who do between $200,000 and $500,000 and those who do north of $1 million. Can you guess what that difference might be? The answer is delegation. And though delegation is challenging for many entrepreneurs, Matt and Micah are going to break down why it's necessary and how to do it well. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2p3OZ7q
Oct 25, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 50
How do you run a virtual team? Today Jamie Shilanski (Micah’s sister) joins the show to share how she does such a phenomenal job managing a virtual office and how the team dynamics work when half the team is in the office and the other is spread across the country. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/35wPbwm
Oct 18, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Are you being your most productive self in your meetings? Today Matt and Micah discuss how to add massive value to your meetings, and therefore your clients. They will share what their teams do to maximize efficiency during a surge week and ensure things run smoothly. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2AXDhgU
Oct 11, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Are you marketing—or are you avoiding work? Today Micah and Matthew discuss what it means to market with purpose, and not just for the heck of it. They will be evaluating different marketing techniques and weighing in on their value, who has success with them, and whether or not you should be using similar tactics. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2nsEav1
Oct 04, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Many people look at the way others run big businesses and think, “I can do that, it looks so easy!" Is it truly that easy to start up and run your own firm? Today Micah and Matt discuss how they got to where they are in their businesses, including the hard work and mastery that goes on behind the scenes. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2khMrAj
Sep 27, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Micah and Matt frequently talk about two of the core tenets of The Perfect RIA: delivering massive value to your clients and running a highly profitable and efficient practice. In this episode, the guys are going to get a bit more personal and in-depth as they discuss the third tenet: spending time with your family. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2lGYoQf
Sep 20, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Micah and Matt are back with another mailbag episode answering your questions! Today they share tips and tricks for building your firm and providing massive value to your clients. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2m6eP92
Sep 13, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 44
As entrepreneurs and business owners, we often try to squeeze too much into a day. So how do you free up your time for the important things? Today the master of delegation, Gina Cotner, joins the show to explain how to delegate tasks to your team and train your assistant to think like you. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2Pi4QLQ
Sep 06, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 43
