The Buck Starts Here: Ex-Edward Jones Advisor on His Leap to Independence
The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors · 2025-04-17 · 39 min
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With Glenn Israel, CEO & Founder, GFI Wealth Partners Overview Glenn Israel reached a point where he recognized that, as an employee, he was limited in his ability to serve clients and grow his business. So he left Edward Jones to launch GFI Wealth Partners and shares what he learned in the transition process, what he can do differently in independence, and more. Listen in… > Download a transcript of this episode… NOTE: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Diamond Consultants. Neither Diamond Consultants nor the guests on this podcast are compensated in any way for their participation. About this episode… Realizing that you, the advisor, are responsible for every aspect of your business often marks a turning point in many careers. Ultimately, you’re the one who drives the bus and makes the decisions - such as how clients are served, when to hire staff, and what products and services to offer.
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