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Why Asking The Right Questions About Your Client’s Values Often Leads to Higher Quality Financial Advice
Episode 121

Why Asking The Right Questions About Your Client’s Values Often Leads to Higher Quality Financial Advice

Modern Financial Advisor

January 24, 202557m 45s

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Show Notes

Jason Britton, CEO of Reflection Analytics joins Mike Langford to discuss the transformative power of values-based investing. They explore how financial advisors can help clients align their investment portfolios with their personal values, moving beyond traditional metrics of financial success. The conversation delves into the evolution of financial advice, the importance of understanding client values, and the challenges of navigating polarized discussions around investment choices. Jason emphasizes the need for genuine discovery in client conversations and the role of behavioral economics in understanding client motivations.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Values-Based Investing

02:51 The Evolution of Financial Advice

09:22 Defining Values in Investing

15:11 The Importance of Discovery in Client Conversations

20:38 Navigating Polarization in Values Discussions

27:10 The Complexity of Values-Based Investing

29:02 The Pursuit of Consistency Over Perfection

30:53 The Role of Corporations in Society

32:42 The Myth of a Free Market

34:37 Subsidies and Public Good

36:33 The Value of Innovation and Risk

38:30 Wealth Creation and Shared Value

40:54 The Interdependence of Corporations and Society

42:47 Personal Values in Investment Decisions

44:40 The Future of Values-Based Investing

46:38 Engaging Clients in Financial Conversations

50:55 The Dual Nature of AI and Technology