Lessons advisors apply from other roles they’ve had

Do the responsibilities of financial advisors have anything in common with a pilot, a student at a demanding school or a parent of four kids? In this episode, MDRT members share how roles that might seem separate from their current work have helped inform the way they run their practice. You’ll hear from: Yakov Baylis, CLU, ChFC Edward M. Burnett, RICP Russell L. Clousing, ChFC, CLU Episode breakdown: 0:33 – Delivering quality time as a professional pilot for businesspeople 2:55 – The universal importance of managing expectations 3:50 – Work ethic gleaned from a rigorous educational program 5:50 – How those lessons were applied as a financial advisor 6:50 – How raising four kids translates to prioritizing and managing multiple challenges 8:18 – Knowing when there is and isn’t time for friendly chatter 10:11 – Identifying focus time in school or at the office 11:12 – Recognizing that you don’t always have to take every call Listen to the monthly series, MDRT Presents: @mdrtpresents

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In this EXCEL Award-winning series, hear thoughts and suggestions from top MDRT members on issues that financial and insurance professionals encounter in their careers. Contact us at podcast@mdrt.org. MDRT diversity statement: https://www.mdrt.org/diversity-statement The Million Dollar Round Table® (MDRT) does not guarantee the accuracy of tax and legal information and is not liable for errors or omissions. You are urged to check with tax and legal professionals in your state, province or country. The MDRT also suggests you consult local insurance and security regulations and compliance departments, pertaining to the use of any new sales material with clients. Examples are for educational purposes only. Copyright Million Dollar Round Table.