Steve Atkinson Archives - Buckingham Strategic Partners

Empowering the Next Generation of Investors with Dan Reese

Dan talks about why education is one of Avery Wealth’s core values and how he serves the younger generation of investors.

Managing Relationships During Transitions with Justin Ferri

Justin shares the decision points when considering succession or sale of an advisory firm and how potential sellers can maximize their value.

Finding Your Partner: Building a Successful Wealth Management Practice
July 11, 2023 | 12:30 p.m. Central

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with a group of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) who made the decision to expand their practice to include wealth management services. This knowledgeable group will share their insights on both the challenges and opportunities they faced in making the transition, as well as the benefits of offering a […]

Uncovering Five Habits of Successful Advisors

From the National Football League to Finance with Marques Ogden

Marques speaks about the four things every leader should know to succeed in any industry, and why authenticity, humility, and vulnerability are important qualities for advisors.

The Difference Between Life Planning and Financial Planning

Andrea Millar, Founder of Andrea Millar Life Planning shares the five buckets that make up a successful life planning conversation.

The Impact of Kindness on Building Relationships with V.J. Smith

V.J. talks about what inspired him to write his book and how a handwritten note can make a huge difference in someone’s life.

How to Build Trust and Competence in the Financial Industry with Ben Walker

Ben talks about the difference between going all-in in a relationship versus just having a great relationship.

Investing in True Alternative Solutions with Peter Nakada

Peter speaks about what alternatives are and how there’s a difference between true alternatives and just alternatives.

Unlocking the Secrets to Business Growth with Susan Foard

Susan shares her story of launching a wealth management firm while serving as the president of a long-standing CPA firm.

Understanding the Intersection of Mind and Markets

Daniel talks with Steve about behavioral management, the framework for helping clients make better investment decisions, and how advisors can differentiate themselves from their peers.

Helping Investors Overcome Their Fear with Matt Dixon

Matt talks with Steve about his ‘aha’ moments in sales, the investor’s fears when making investment decisions, and how advisors can help clients overcome these fears.

Advanced Planning for Growth Minded Advisors

Establishing and Nurturing Professional Relationships with Skip Briggs

As a former practicing CPA turned wealth manager, Skip talks about how he embodies the behaviors and traits of a successful relationship. He shares what it takes to work with other professionals, how those relationships can be so rewarding, and why protecting the other professional’s reputation is critical to the relationship

The Value of Life-Based Conversations in Financial Planning

True Wealth Management with Michael Thompson

Bringing Faith, Values, and Stewardship to Financial Planning

As the second-generation owners of Family Wealth Partners, Nathan and Samuel talk about why they call themselves stewardship coaches instead of financial advisors and the importance of finding your style in engaging clients.

Behind the Scenes with Buckingham | Introducing Buckingham Strategic Partners

Bringing Tax Professionals and Financial Advisors Together

Steven speaks about how he built a company devoted to helping advisors who are committed to tax planning and preparation and the importance of using technology and software to maximize efficiency.

Developing Leadership and Advisory Skills with Alex Potts

Alex Potts, President of Buckingham Strategic Partners, talks about the origins of Admired Advisor as content for advisors at Buckingham, the difference between a trusted advisor and a leader, and what great advisors do to serve their clients.

The Power of Conviction, Vulnerability, and Delegation with Matt Miller

Matt speaks about his life and business experiences and how vulnerability plays an important role in creating strong relationships with clients.

A Roadmap to Financial Independence and Security

As a former ocean lifeguard in his youth, Joe integrates his first responder mentality and talks about what it means to be a life planner.

Behind the Scenes with Buckingham

A sneak peek into who we are, the clients we serve and the expansive resources we provide.

Building a Successful Planning and Investment Firm

It’s about understanding how your money fits into your overall life and ensuring that it aligns with your values and goals.

Putting the Personal in Personal Finance with Bridger Parsons

Bridger Parsons of Old Town Wealth Advisors talks about his personal approach to client relationships, how to eliminate jargon and keep conversations casual and why frequency trumps quality.

A Thoughtful Client Experience with David and Nancy Bailin

David and Nancy Bailin of Personal Wealth Strategies in New Jersey talk about why their thoughtfulness drives team decisions and the client experience and what inspirational challenge they’ve posed for fellow financial advisors.

A Five-Step Plan for Authentic Client Conversations

Paul Ragone of Integrity Wealth Services in Knoxville, Tennessee, talks about overcoming his fear of growth, the method behind his five meeting client experience process and how he created an in-house one-stop-shop for client services.

Leading From the Bottom Up and Managing Relationships Amidst Growth

Wendy Hartman discusses how to build and maintain a positive work culture, invaluable strategies for avoiding conflict, and the one career lesson she wishes she’d learned earlier.

Simplifying Structure and Building a Family Office

Alfredo Mesa of Mesa Financial Group discusses his perspective on staying flexible for both clients and himself, and the strong convictions behind his “why”.

April Aandal: An Anchor for Advisors

April Aandal, Sr. Relationship Specialist at Avantis Investors, discusses how she creates a positive and productive environment for advisors to convene, the importance of vulnerability, and the dos and don’ts for encouraging advisor education.

Why Transparency Trumps All with Chris Williams

Chris Williams, Founder of Capital Fiduciary Advisors in Ashburn, Virginia, discusses his selective approach to onboarding new clients a secret to maintaining strong relationships through good times and bad.

The Simple Guide to Disrupting an Industry with Eric Clarke

Eric Clarke, CEO of Orion Advisor Services, discusses his vision for starting Orion as a way to meet the needs of emerging RIAs and how he consistently makes decisions that disrupt the industry.

Starting Early, Famous Frameworks, and Finding Big Rocks with Jim Crider

Jim Crider of Intentional Living FP in New Braunfels, Texas, talks about how he launched a successful practice mid-pandemic and how he uncovers what’s really important to clients.

Appreciating Introductions, Disagreeing Gracefully, and the Power of Gratitude

In this episode, Mike talks with Steve about how his practice has evolved over the last 30 years, the power of gratitude, how to disagree and offboard gracefully, fostering client trust, and why he hasn’t abandoned old-school gestures despite the technology all around us.

Becoming a Team Player, and Thinking Like a Golf Pro with Shaw Pritchett

In this episode, Steve talks with Shaw about making the leap from accounting to wealth management, how he encourages clients to set big financial goals, avoiding a task-oriented mindset, acting like a team player, thriving during a pandemic, and what professional golf has taught Shaw about communicating with clients and coming out on top.

Planning for Growth

Enjoy a recap of our webcast, Planning for Growth, where we delve into the ways Buckingham can free up an advisor’s valuable time to nurture their clients.

Paving a Unique Path and the Value of Authenticity with Megan Gorman

Megan Gorman of Chequers Financial Management discusses the importance of paving your own path as an advisor and how to establish and maintain close relationships with clients.

Planning Beyond the First Six Months with Michael Kitces

Michael Kitces talks about his personal journey through the financial advisory space and the importance of curiosity, consistency, and focus.

Work Ethic, Critical Thinking, and Risk-Taking with Ernest Clark

In this episode, Ernest talks about his career evolution, the importance of finding your voice, and what advisors so often miss when it comes to legacy planning.

The Value of Work-Life Harmony, Cultivating a Feedback Culture, and Working Toward Holistic Planning

Mary Huntley of Cambium Wealth and Legacy Strategies talks about her firm’s evolution from being investment centric to being planning centric.

Doing Things Differently, Teachable Moments, and the Need for Nice

Eric Lansford of Sound Financial Investments discusses his client-centric approach, thinking big picture, and why a comprehensive strategy makes client success possible.

Mindset Shifts, Thinking Beyond Transactions, and Prioritizing What Matters

Neel Shah of Beacon Wealth Solutions discusses executing the tough pivot from law firm to IRA, unique outlook on clients, his role as a change agent, and the mindset shifts that transformed Neel’s career and life.

Building Trust, Catching Red Flags, and Educating Athletes

Steve Atkinson talks with Mike George of Athletes Financial about the challenge of working in a clearly defined niche – in this case, professional athlete clients – but also what kind of mindset and processes have helped make the team successful at doing so.