Up Close & Professional

When you want to find the right consultant, coach, mentor or expert - who can you look to? Up-close and Professional is the unique resource that introduces you to an extensive line-up of the most highly respected consultants, coaches, mentors and experts in the financial industry.

In this fascinating series of interviews, Michael Lovas introduces you to our industry's celebrities. They are the people who can give you the right advice to take your practice to the next level. They're the thinkers, the writers, the inventors, the "out of the box" links to the business of your future! Find out about their personal side; see their personalities in action, and look into the depth of their expertise.

Want to get advice from the experts who are reshaping the business world? Simple and easy - just listen to Up-close and Professional interviews.

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Interview with Russ Wagner
Most producers are stuck in a rut. They get little to no training in how to actually build a business. As a result, they are stuck on a sales merry-go-round. Want to get off? Want to take your step into a real future? Listen to this interview.
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Interview with Dr. Larry Barton, President/CEO The American College
What is the "secret ingredient" for success? Credibility. Meet one of the most credible professionals in the entire financial industry - Dr. Larry Barton, President/CEO of The American College. See how that 80-year-old institution keeps up with the times to remain vibrant - and credible - in the face of change. Learn how it affects you and your credibility.
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Interview with Kirk Hulett
What’s missing in the financial industry? Nothing – as long as you know where to look. Many successful producers look to Securities America. And, the man who connects them to world-class solutions is Kirk Hulett. Listen in as Michael interviews Kirk, and they explore many specific ways you can improve your profitability – today.
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Interview with Jack Waymire
About 90% of the producers in our industry won’t qualify for the Paladin Registry. Those that do get an instant marketing and credibility. They also tap into a matching service that is FREE to high-quality investors. Meet the man who created this registry and hear the advice he has for you.
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Interview with Bo Johnson
If you're a discerning professional, you seek the best alliances to partner with. Who would you choose as your IMO? How about the company other IMOs go to when they want to become more successful? That company is Financial Independence Group, and their Chief Marketing Officer (Bo Johnson) is Michael's guest in this edition of Up Close & Professional.
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Interview with Marie Swift
Every successful producer must have a brand and do marketing. Marie Swift is the go-to person they trust to make it all happen for them. Join Michael’s interview with Marie and learn many of the secrets she shares with her clients.
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Interview with Michael Vaughan
Every financial professional looks for something that will differentiate him from the pack. In this eye-opening interview, you will see the biggest most important “difference maker” today! And, we’ll explain how to use it!
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Interview with Allie Miller
Pioneer and advocate for your business, Allie is the brains and passion behind AMZ, one of America's most effective and successful Index Life organizations! Want to learn from the best? Here he is.
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Interview with Roger McCarty
In every industry there is a giant. Roger McCarty is the founder of the giant in the insurance industry - the oldest, largest and most successful insurance marketing firm in history!
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Interview with Jerry Hraban
Michael Lovas's latest guest is Premier Insurance Partner CEO and Founder, Jerry Hraban.
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Interview with Mike Dressander
Learn how to break down the wall between being an agent who connects with prospects and clients and being an agent who simply pushes products.
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Interview with Mike Schultz
Most advisors make the exact same mistakes! Listen to this intriguing, in-depth interview and learn what they are and how can you correct them!
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Interview with David Nyberg and Lori Bochner
Tune in for on-the-spot guidance on how to make a successful presentation!
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Interview with Marcie Callan
Learn the process for successful and affordable marketing!
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Interview with Dave Drucker
Think about the things you don't know, the things that could greatly increase your success. That's what David Drucker knows! And, he shares a lot of it with you during his conversation with Michael.
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Interview with Michael Beck
When you listen to this eye-popping interview, your income could easily double - immediately!
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Interview with Sarah Dale and Rob Brown
In this captivating interview, Sarah Dale and Rob Brown share with you their insights on what's missing from financial practices and what to do about it. Gain practical advice and sales tips.
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Interview with Scott Farnsworth
In this captivating interview, Scott explains the elements and the process for bringing greater abundance, purpose, and significance to your life - and your clients' lives!
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Interview With Bill Cates
Listen to this interview and learn how you can eliminate cold calling from Bill Cates, the industry's most highly regarded expert on getting referrals.
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Interview with Steve Pennella
Meet Steve Pennella, President and CEO of Millennium Marketing Group. With 27 years of experience in the financial and insurance industry, Steve continues to use his vast experience to help advisors build successful careers! Join us and take advantage of Steve's focus on building your bottom-line!
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Interview With Durk Price
Durk Price is one of the few real experts in doing business on the web. Listen to him describe the simple step-by-step process advisors can take to build their credibility, become referable, show that they're different and better and prove that they're the experts - simply by publishing articles, ezines and ebooks. This is a really powerful interview!
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Interview with Brad Davidson
Do you work with business owners, or want to? Then, you must listen to this interview! Brad Davidson, President of SPARDATA, talks about how advisors can intrigue business owners and quickly gain their trust. The key - business valuations. What you don't know will amaze you!
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Interview with Ed Pittock
What does it take to be a success working with seniors? Education and understanding! If you don't know what seniors experience as they age, you ultimately fail in your work with them. Good news - Ed Pittock talks with Michael about seniors, their concerns, and the opportunities for you - if you learn how to really help them.
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