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Advising Leaders

Why do leaders make the best clients? In this episode of the Simply Why podcast, hosts Dennis Morton and Katie Brown dive into the significance of leadership in the realm of financial planning and advisory relationships. Their exploration stemmed from a realization of the consistent presence of leadership roles among their clients, extending beyond just […]

Declines and Comebacks

Watching your favorite team hit a slump is like seeing your portfolio take a hit in the stock market after a great run. The disappointment of your team’s performance mirrors the worry of seeing your investment portfolio fluctuate with the market. It’s time to turn this around and find a strategy that can help you […]

Surviving the Jungle

It’s a real jungle out there. In this episode of Simply Why, Dennis Morton and Katie Brown reflect on Mark Hurley’s whitepaper “Welcome to the Jungle: The Next Phase of the Evolution of the Wealth Management Industry”. They share their take on these insights, emphasizing the need for strategic adaptation and a renewed focus on […]

The Pitch

We’ve all been there. You meet a financial advisor out in the wild. You feel the wind-up, expecting the pitch to come at any moment. *CRINGE* In this episode of Simply Why, Dennis Morton and Katie Brown expose their own cringy pitch stories and why so many advisors struggle with the awkwardness of feeling like […]

Hot Streaks and Hot Markets

Does it sound familiar to have a financial plan in place, only to feel like you’re not making any progress toward your long-term goals? You’ve probably been told to save money and invest, but the lack of results leaves you feeling frustrated and stuck. Hot streaks are exciting. Hot markets are encouraging. But long-term financial […]

Fostering Transparency

Have you ever been given a ton of disclosures and paperwork in the name of financial transparency, only to find yourself drowning in confusion and uncertainty? In the latest episode of Simply Why, hosts Dennis Morton and Katie Brown dive into the world of financial transparency and its impact on your financial well-being. The episode […]

Finding Happiness

40% of our happiness comes down to the choices we make. In this episode of Simply Why, Dennis Morton and Katie Brown engage in a meaningful conversation about the age-old debate of whether money can truly buy happiness. They provide a fresh perspective on the relationship between money and happiness, drawing insights from positive psychology […]

Caitlin Clark Effect and Economic Indicators

If you’re feeling frustrated with the constantly changing predictions about interest rates and the economy, and all the uncertainty around your investment strategies, then you are not alone! You might be trying to keep up with the latest economic indicators and interest rate forecasts, only to find yourself second-guessing your decisions. By staying informed about […]

March Madness and Quarterly Performance

If you’re feeling frustrated with the unpredictability of the stock market and unsure about the impact of potential interest rate cuts, then you are not alone! It’s like trying to predict the outcome of the NCAA national championship with constantly changing rules and players. In this episode: Engage with the March Madness excitement as the […]

Bracket Busters and Balanced Portfolios

Does watching NCAA basketball and rooting for the underdogs sound familiar? Have you ever been told that picking underdog stocks is the way to achieve financial success, only to end up feeling the pain of disappointment? If you’ve ever experienced the thrill of rooting for the unexpected in sports, only to be let down, you […]