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This diagnostic is designed for independent financial advisors evaluating potential BD or RIA platforms through the 6C lens.

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We know this is a comprehensive diagnostic. Here's why we ask for this level of detail:

Every question in this diagnostic will be asked by firms during your evaluation. By gathering this information now, we can have deeper, more productive conversations and present you to the right firms with confidence, rather than scrambling for answers later in the process.

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2 6C Fit & Growth
3 Transition & Wrap-Up
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6C Discovery™

Comprehensive Advisor Profile

Section 1: Practice Overview

The essentials: who you are, what you manage, and how you're structured.

These details help us match you with firms that align with your practice size, client base, and business model. Firms have different sweet spots: some specialize in large practices, others in specific asset ranges or team structures.

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Section 2: Regulatory & Compliance

Professional credentials and regulatory status.

Your licensing and compliance history directly affects which firms can accept you and how quickly you can transition. Being upfront about any disclosures helps us prepare and find firms with appropriate policies.

Section 3: Culture

Understanding your preferred firm culture and environment.

Culture fit is the #1 predictor of long-term satisfaction. Understanding your preferences for leadership style, collaboration, and firm values helps us identify environments where you'll thrive for decades, not just years.

1 = Stable/mature firm 10 = Fast-Growing/entrepreneurial
1 = High structure/support 10 = Maximum autonomy
1 = Not important 10 = Essential to use firm brand

Section 4: Community & Support

The strength of the advisor network and support ecosystem.

Some advisors want a tight-knit community with mentorship and peer collaboration. Others prefer independence. Understanding your support needs helps us match you with firms that deliver the right level of connection.

1 = Not important 10 = Essential

Section 5: Practice Compatibility

Alignment between your practice and firm strengths.

Different firms excel with different practice models. A firm perfect for fee-only RIAs might not suit commission-based practices. We match your service model and client types with firms built to support exactly how you work.

1 = Traditional/Relationship-Driven 10 = Highly digital/Tech-Enabled

Section 6: Capability

Operational infrastructure and resources.

Technology and operational support can make or break your efficiency. We identify which tools and resources are must-haves for your practice so we can find firms with the infrastructure you need to grow.

1 = Not important 10 = Essential - need clear tech improvement plan
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1 = Focused set of solutions 10 = Need maximum choice
1 = Not important 10 = Critical (alternatives, crypto, ESG, structured)
1 = Major limitations 10 = Fully supports my growth

Section 7: Compensation Priorities

Understanding your compensation structure and priorities.

Compensation structures vary wildly between firms. Beyond payout rates, we look at transition bonuses, equity opportunities, and growth incentives to model total economics over 5, 10, and 20 years.

1 = Not important 10 = Critical factor

Section 8: Capital & Succession

Succession planning, enterprise value, and financial partnership opportunities.

Your practice has enterprise value. Understanding your succession timeline and equity goals helps us find firms with the right buyout programs, partnership tracks, and long-term wealth-building opportunities.

1 = Not a factor 10 = Critical consideration
1 = Not important 10 = Top priority

Section 9: Transition Readiness

Your current mindset and timeline for making a move.

Timing matters. Whether you're ready to move now or exploring for the future, we tailor our approach to your timeline. Knowing your current frustrations helps us prioritize what matters most in your next firm.

Reflection: Your Current Firm

This helps us quantify how far you are from where you want to be.

Rate your CURRENT firm on each of the 6 C's

1 = Poor 10 = Excellent
1 = Poor 10 = Excellent
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Reflection: Your Current Firm

This helps us quantify how far you are from where you want to be.

Overall Assessment

1 = Very Dissatisfied 10 = Extremely Satisfied
1 = Never 10 = Absolutely
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Section 11: Final Thoughts

Anything else we should know? This is your space.

Numbers don't tell the whole story. These open-ended questions let you share context, concerns, or priorities that might not fit neatly into other sections. The more we understand, the better we can advocate for you.

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Your 6C Profile has been submitted.

Your responses give us everything we need to identify firms that align with your practice, priorities, and vision following our systematic 6C Framework: Culture, Community, Compatibility, Capability, Compensation, and Capital.

Within 48 hours, we'll reach out to schedule your confidential consultation where we'll discuss:

  • Your personalized 6C Advisor Profile ranking best-match firms
  • Economic modeling comparing compensation structures
  • Transition strategies tailored to your situation
  • Answers to any questions about the process

We'll contact you at the email and phone you provided.

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