The NextMove March 2009

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Looking for a job in troubled markets can be a daunting task. But financial advisors have reason to be hopeful: Despite the turmoil, more firms than ever are hungry for top talent.

“If you have a client base and a lot of assets and a clean compliance record, you will have your pick from a host of career options—more so than ever before,” said Darin Manis, chief executive of RJ & Makay a financial recruiting firm in Colorado Springs, Colo.
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Transition Tips
When it comes to changing jobs these days, there’s not a lot of wiggle room to negotiate. That said, it is particularly important in turbulent times such as these for advisors who are considering a move (or who are being forced to consider one) to make sure you are doing everything possible to get the job that’s most suitable for you. Here are a few simple pointers to guide you as you think about your next move. More

Q: What is/are your biggest challenge(s) in today’s market environment?
A:… The biggest challenge is to restore the trust…
… keeping clients focused on long-term planning…
… keep up with the new financial information …
… The first part is to maintain the business…
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