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FPA is in a position to curate some of the most relevant and timely content covering the spectrum of issues business owners face in the financial planning profession and financial services industry. Through this page, you can find the latest business-focused content from the Journal of Financial Planning, past contributions by business coaches and experts, FPA partners, and many others.

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Digital Economy Calls for Enhanced Tech Capabilities

Cloud computing, data analytics help advisers manage new challenges in financial markets
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To Connect with Clients, Stop Using Jargon

The essence of good communication is when people understand your meaning.
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The Time for Succession Planning is Always Now. Here's Why.

Having a succession plan can help facilitate your retirement, but it can also benefit your business in the present. There are many reasons why it’s a good idea to have a plan in place sooner rather than later.
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Three Growth Resolutions for 2022

As you think about making changes and improvements to your practice, here are three New Year’s resolutions that can help set you up for success.
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The Picasso Factor and Financial Planning

The Picasso Factor is about knowing your own value by recognizing all of the time it took you to become an expert in your chosen field.
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Building a Balanced Business

Here's an exercise to help you illustrate areas of your practice that need your attention
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How to Make the Most of Your CRM Investment

How do you flip the use of your CRM on its head so it grows your business? Stop viewing it as a management tool, but rather an information powerhouse.
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To Take Your Practice to the Next Level, Hire a Paraplanner

If you have hit the wall and your practice has stopped growing, you need help. More than that, you need competent help.
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