Your employees, colleagues and clients have all been shaped by defining experiences. Take the time to learn them.

Not all advisors have the talent to be rainmakers, but most can learn to identify and encourage sales skills in others.

Friction between the generations has been around forever. But does it actually matter in the workplace?

Make sure you have a plan to reassure clients and keep them on track the next time the markets tumble.

The strategy is not new - but the extent to which we use outside expertise is unusual.

Modern Portfolio Theory relies in part on the efficient frontier. But investors can now do better.

The managers of the Brandywine Global Opportunities Bond Fund deal with low U.S. yields by looking all over the world.

Individual bonds can address some of the interest rate risk found in bond funds. Just make sure the benefits apply to your clients.

A veteran equities analyst has created an iPad app for financial professionals that offers detailed stock and sector ratings.

When a relative or friend asks for free advice - or even seeks to become a paying customer - it may leave an advisor in a tough spot.

Appearing before groups is part of an advisor's job. Here's how to beat the public-speaking jitters.

The picks that worked as markets raced higher may not be the best choices going forward. As you look ahead, consider these ideas.

The annual FP50 finds growth moderating, as well as firms strategizing to retain and build market share

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Charitable lead annuity trusts have become even more attractive because of a recent U.S. Tax Court ruling.

Finding the right attorney requires research, time, thought - and sometimes a dose of bravery.

The CEO of United Capital plans a nationwide network of planners with a consistent look and feel.

Planner sentiment climbs to a new high as clients stress optimism.