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EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 31 MIN

How Being "Unpolished" Became a Growth Engine — A.U.M.™ for Financial Advisors

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Brought to you by the Financial Planning Association (FPA)Does being "professional" mean you have to be boring? Aaron Buchner doesn't think so.As an advisor, Aaron has found that leaning into relatability and a "Prick-Free" philosophy isn't just about being nice—it’s about building a practice where clients feel an immediate connection. In this episode, we look at how Aaron stepped away from the traditional advisor ego to build a business that is unapologetically human.➡️ Why "unpolished" is often more trustworthy than "perfect"➡️ How to stay professional while showing your true personality➡️ Real stories of how relatability drives advisor growthJoin Derek Pollard of Constellar Creative and Aaron Buchner of Prick-Free for a look at the future of the relatable advisor.

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