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Are You Ready to Ditch the Hustle and Scale to 8 Figures?

Julia Carlson built a thriving wealth management firm from the ground up—and now she’s on a mission to help women scale businesses to eight figures and beyond. In this episode, she shares her journey, key business lessons, and the mindset shifts needed to grow with confidence. We talk about delegation, avoiding burnout, and the power of receiving. If you're ready to level up, this one’s for you!

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Is There a Better Way to Go Independent Than Joining an Independent Broker-Dealer?

Is an independent broker-dealer (IBD) really the best path to independence? Or is there a better way? In this episode of the Kick It Open Podcast, we sit down with Jason Barber, founder of Uptick Partners and Holistic Planning. After building a four-generation business at Edward Jones, Jason pivoted the family enterprise to an RIA.  He reveals how advisors can achieve true freedom and maximize enterprise value by choosing the right path from the start.

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Will AI Be the Ultimate Growth Hack for Wealth Advisors?

AI isn’t just the future—it’s the now, and in this episode of Kick It Open, we’re diving headfirst into how artificial intelligence is shaking up wealth management. Host Shelby Nicholl sits down with Jeannette Kuda, President and COO of TIFIN AG and TIFIN AMP, to unpack her journey from LPL Financial to leading AI-driven transformation at TIFIN.

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What's the Secret to a Successful Acquisition Strategy? Relationships.

What happens when the next generation takes the reins of a financial practice? For Stephanie “Stevie” Green, President of Spencer Financial, the transition wasn’t just about continuing her father’s legacy—it was about expanding and evolving it. Learn about her firm’s success with M&A - all built on personal relationships.

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How Can You Set Yourself Up for Crushing Your 2025 Goals?

In this episode of Kick It Open, Kristin Burke shares a powerful framework for setting and achieving goals with clarity and confidence. We dive into overcoming limiting beliefs, creating an action plan, and staying consistent. Whether you're kicking off a new year or a new chapter, this episode will help you crush your biggest goals.

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How Do We Stop Next-Gen Advisors from Failing?

The next generation of financial advisors is stepping up—but too many are failing before they even get started. Why? In this episode, host Shelby Nicholl talks with Alanah Phillips and Lindsey Lewis, co-founders of the Advisor Launch Lab and Catalyst, about what’s broken in advisor training and how we can fix it. From smarter hiring to better mentorship, they’re sharing real solutions to build a stronger, more diverse pipeline of future advisors.

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What Should Advisors Look for to Find the Perfect Culture Fit?

In this episode of Kick It Open, host Shelby Nicholl talks with Becca Hajjar of Commonwealth Financial Network about how advisors can evaluate firm culture, maximize efficiency, and find the best environment for long-term success. Iyana Harris, co-founder of Catalyst and a leading industry recruiter joins the conversation. Whether you’re making a move or just exploring your options, this episode delivers expert insights you won’t want to miss.

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What Would Happen If You Stopped Playing Small?

What happens when women stop playing small and step fully into their power within the wealth management industry? In this special episode, host Shelby Nichol and special co-host Iyana Harris sit down with the incredible Shannon Foreman to talk about wealth, confidence, and breaking barriers in finance. Get ready for a conversation that’s real, empowering, and long overdue.

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Do You Have the Courage to be CEO?

AI isn’t just the future—it’s the now, and in this episode of Kick It Open, we’re diving headfirst into how artificial intelligence is shaking up wealth management. Host Shelby Nicholl sits down with Jeannette Kuda, President and COO of TIFIN AG and TIFIN AMP, to unpack her journey from LPL Financial to leading AI-driven transformation at TIFIN.

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Should I Settle? Or, Should I Build My Own RIA?

In this episode of Kick It Open, host Shelby Nicholl talks with Chuck Failla, CFP about his journey from cold-calling in the ’90s to launching Sovereign Financial Group, an independent RIA. They dive into the benefits of the RIA model, the resources available for advisors going independent, and why client demand for fiduciary services is reshaping the industry.

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What Fee Model Best Captures the Value I Deliver?

Advisors know their advice is valuable—but how should they charge for it? In this episode of Kick It Open, Julia Lilly, founder of Ryerson Financial, breaks down different fee models, the rise of advice-only planning, and how transparency empowers clients. Whether you’re rethinking your pricing or launching your own firm, this episode is packed with insights to help you charge with confidence.

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How Can You Stop Performing Leadership and Start Being a Leader?

Leadership isn’t situational—it’s a mindset and presence you carry everywhere. In this episode, host Shelby Nicholl and leadership coach Sheila Bast explore what it means to be a leader rather than just act like one. From executive presence to mentorship, they break down the key traits that set real leaders apart.

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Are Women Actually the Best Negotiators?

What if women are actually the best negotiators—but just don’t realize it? In this episode, host Shelby Nicholl and negotiation expert Kathryn Valentine unpack why women already have the skills to negotiate like pros. From everyday wins to workplace strategies, this conversation will change the way you think about negotiation forever.

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What Do Modern Widows Really Need from Financial Advisors?

With the average age of widowhood at just 59, are we doing enough to support widows financially? In this episode, Shelby Nicholl and Megan Kopka, CFP®, CRPC® explore the emotional and economic realities of widowhood—and how financial advisors can step up to serve this growing population better.

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