062: From $200K to $2.2M: Evan Mayer's Recipe for Advisory Growth

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In this podcast episode, I welcome Evan Mayer, CEO and founder of Fortuna Wealth Management and host of the "For Advisors by Advisors" podcast.
Evan shares his journey from the bank channel to independent financial advising, and offers insights on podcasting, advisor success, and the value of continuous improvement in the financial services industry.
Evan's Journey: From Bank Channel to Independence

• Career Beginnings: Evan spent 16 years in the bank channel before going independent in 2019.
• Transition to Independence: He discusses the benefits and challenges of moving from an employee model to an independent advisor model.
• Growth and Expansion: Evan's firm has grown from 2-3 people to 12 in the last two years.

The Power of Podcasting for Financial Advisors

• Podcast Origins: Evan started "For Advisors by Advisors" about three years ago, inspired by a chance conversation.
• Content Strategy: Focuses on creating dialogue between advisors rather than just Q&A.
• Value for Listeners: Serves as a platform for advisors considering independence or exploring different options.

Key Takeaways for Financial Advisors

1. The Importance of a Process: Evan emphasizes having a defined process as crucial for growth and success.
2. Continuous Improvement: Regularly reassessing and improving one's skills and knowledge.
3. Client Education: The value of teaching clients something new in every meeting.
4. Referral Generation: Focusing on providing excellent service rather than directly asking for referrals.

Evan's Advice for Advisors Considering Independence

• Consider Your Business Model: The best channel depends on your specific business and goals.
• Evaluate Compliance Restrictions: Independent channels often offer more flexibility in marketing and client communication.
• Assess Your Passion: Independence may be worth it for those who view their work as a hobby and passion.

About our Guest: Evan Mayer, CEO and founder of Fortuna Wealth Management and host of "For Advisors by Advisors" podcast.
You can learn more about his work at:
https://www.raymondjames.com/fortunawealth/about-us/bio?_=evan
About Your Host: Paul G. McManus is an accomplished author and expert in helping financial professionals grow their businesses. With over eight years of experience working exclusively with financial professionals, Paul has helped his clients generate tens of millions of dollars in fees and commissions.

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Chapitres

1. 062: From $200K to $2.2M: Evan Mayer's Recipe for Advisory Growth (00:00:00)

2. Financial Advisor Podcasting (00:00:31)

3. Transitioning to Independent Wealth Management (00:08:53)

4. Choosing the Independent Wealth Management Path (00:11:34)

5. Continuous Growth in Financial Advisory (00:15:56)

6. Maximizing Visibility for Financial Advisors (00:19:54)