Three questions you must answer to define your Uniqueness

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The difference between a good (but not spectacular) professional and a truly magnificent performer is the ability to succinctly articulate what makes them special. This is often referred to as... Read more continue reading

Deakin University student wins 2018 AMP University Challenge

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Now in its eighth year, the AMP University Challenge is a national financial planning competition for tertiary students that aims to identify promising new talent and promote high standards of... Read more continue reading

PhD students ready for AMP Amplify Ignite

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Seventeen PhD students have been selected for the ultimate opportunity to gain funding for their research – but they have only got 150 seconds to convince an audience they deserve... Read more continue reading

Good adviser relationships withstand misconduct revelations – new MetLife research  

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Honesty and trustworthiness are the top attributes consumers and small business owners look for in a financial adviser, according to new research released by MetLife Australia. Furthermore, those who have... Read more continue reading

Synchron launches new app for advisers

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In its quest to further leverage technology for the benefit of its advisers, Synchron has unveiled a second smart phone app. Called the Synchron Prof Development app, it follows on... Read more continue reading

Can an email serve as a good notice under a contract?

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Electronic communication is certainly the dominant method of communication nowadays and it is tempting to believe that in today’s modern society sending a simple email as opposed to a formal... Read more continue reading

Technology will fundamentally change investment industry but not all institutional investors are ready

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Institutional investors worldwide expect that new technology tools will significantly reshape the investment industry landscape by 2025, but a large proportion are yet to test the water with emerging technologies,... Read more continue reading

Mentor launches property course to assist advice practitioners and real estate career aspirants 

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Mentor Education Group has responded to a growing number of calls from accountants, brokers and financial planners for a course in real estate as more professional advisory practices position themselves... Read more continue reading

Seventy per cent of M&As fail – be one of the thirty per cent

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M&A is high risk. Research from The Economist Intelligence Unit (and other sources) suggests that inadequate due diligence is a key factor in business case failure – particularly as it... Read more continue reading

YTML opens Seido Financial Advice App Store at the AFA Conference

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YTML will officially open the Seido Financial Advice App Store at the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) Conference on the Gold Coast this week. YTML CEO, Kevin Liao said Seido,... Read more continue reading