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Did you know that over half of consumers now expect their financial advisor to have a visible online presence? If you aren’t building trust online, you’re leaving money on the table. In this episode, we welcome back Rory Vaden, co-founder of Brand Builders Group and a leading expert in personal brand strategy. Rory reveals eye-opening

AI is here, and it’s changing everything. But how can you use it to not just keep up — but stand out? In this episode of the Business of Advice podcast, marketing visionary Jay Baer returns to reveal how financial advisors can thrive in the age of AI. From freeing up your time to creating

Ever wonder how some creators go viral overnight — and use that attention to build relationships? In this episode, Cody talks with Hilary Billings, the co-founder and CEO of Attentioneers Agency who grew her TikTok account from 0 to 400,000 followers in just 40 days and amassed over a billion organic views. Hilary shares her

Can the principles that save a marriage also revolutionize your business and leadership? In this episode, Cody sits down with Kevin Bailey, a former Fortune 500 executive who traded the corporate ladder for a calling to restore relationships. As the co-founder of Reverence Restored, Kevin shares his incredible journey from the brink of divorce to

Get a front-row seat as we dive into the three transformative tracks shaping the future of financial practices. This special episode of the Business of Advice podcast unpacks the game-changing strategies shared at The Journey: Nashville. Hear how hiring a dedicated recruiter was the single most impactful decision for one firm and how a structured

Why is “dream big” the wrong advice for most entrepreneurs? In this episode of the Business of Advice podcast, Cody sits down with Liz Bohannon, founder of Seiko Designs (now Noonday Collection), bestselling author and Forbes Top 20 speaker, to unpack why starting small and taking action beats waiting for a lightning-strike moment. Liz shares

What do high net worth clients really want? In this episode of the Business of Advice podcast, Cody sits down with Kevin Merrigan, chairman of Northrop & Johnson and a global leader in superyacht brokerage, to uncover the secrets to serving ultra-wealthy clients. With over 40 years of experience and more than 400 yacht deals

What’s one of the keys to multiplying your leadership ability in your business? It may be who you bring on to help you lead. In this episode of the Business of Advice With Cody Foster podcast, Cody sits down with Chad Johnson, a leadership expert with decades of experience working alongside John Maxwell. Chad reveals

What does it really take to grow your business? In this episode of The Business of Advice with Cody Foster podcast, Cody and members of the Advisors Excel leadership team break down the lessons they learned from attending five exclusive events with top advisors from around the country. You’ll hear how these top advisors streamlined

Running a successful business isn’t just about profits and performance metrics; it’s about people. In this episode of the Business of Advice podcast, Cody and David pull back the curtain on how they’ve used their business, Advisors Excel, as a force for good. From developing innovative employee benefits to transforming neglected neighborhoods and supporting local