 Jim Stackpool Managing Director, Strategic Consulting and Training Pty Limited (at time of writing)
JIM STACKPOOL | THURSDAY, 21 JAN 2021 I love Monty Python humour. Remember the crucifixion or freedom skit from Life of Brian? Michael Palin playing the whimsical centurion questioning a line-up of captives regarding their fate or freedom. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | THURSDAY, 3 SEP 2020 Would you regard a product recommendation from a Toyota dealer or Apple store as advice? Do you think bias makes a recommendation less valuable? Do you think it matters? Read more JIM STACKPOOL | THURSDAY, 18 JUN 2020 My son is addicted to art. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | FRIDAY, 29 MAY 2020 According to a recent article in the New Yorker, many zoos around the world think that they (and sadly some of their animals) might not survive the pandemic. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | MONDAY, 6 JAN 2020 When do you know you are going out of business - just before you do. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | FRIDAY, 12 OCT 2018 I reckon the financial advice industry is entering a new phase of professionalism and opportunity, only everyone doesn't seem that excited about it. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | MONDAY, 2 JUL 2018 What is the future of AMP? I reckon they've only got one option. Read more JIM STACKPOOL | WEDNESDAY, 7 FEB 2018 Interested in fast-tracking your team's understanding of client value by at least 50% in just a month? Read more JIM STACKPOOL | FRIDAY, 7 JUL 2017 Are you noticing more and more discussion about being an 'independent' adviser? Specifically, the Section 923a of Corporation Law definition of independent? Read more JIM STACKPOOL | FRIDAY, 13 JAN 2017 While some are facing their financial fears with bravado, others are keeping them hidden. On one end of the spectrum, younger people are wondering if they'll ever get into the property market, while on other end, retirees wonder if they've left things ... Read more PAGE: 1 |
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