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THE GROWTH FORMULA

Growth strategies & best practices

We’ve consulted with thousands of advisors to bring you valuable insights. We believe the key to organic growth is finding more time for current and prospective clients.

3 ways to grow

  • 01

    Streamline your investment approach

    Implement a defined, repeatable investment process to help you meet client needs and free up time.

  • 02

    Improve business efficiency

    Drive growth by thoughtfully allocating time among your clients as well as maximizing your team’s potential through strong leadership and structure.

  • 03

    Build trust with clients

    Craft a story to capture the essence of why you do what you do every day. Communicate clearly to build client loyalty and acquire new clients.

Streamline your investment approach

A streamlined approach to managing your clients' portfolios can help provide the clarity and context your clients need to invest with confidence. Consider the tradeoffs of different approaches to determine what is right for you and your clients:

  • Time: Leveraging models maximizes the time you have to focus on your business and your clients
  • Control: Customizing individual client portfolios means more control over exposures and taxes
  • Oversight: Ensuring suitability of models requires less time than selecting individual investments
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38%
of advisors’ time is spent on investments and administrative tasks
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Cerulli, “U.S. Advisor Metrics 2024.”

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Improve business efficiency

Think about your practice. Is it a well-oiled machine or a collection of various parts? An efficient, scalable business begins with you and your team. Clearly define each team member’s role and responsibilities to foster accountability and improve business operations. Then, create scale through a well-defined client segmentation model.

Consult with BlackRock on strategies

The BlackRock Business Consulting team can help you drive greater efficiency in your business, strengthen your team and unlock new growth opportunities.
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Segment to better service

Every client interaction requires your team’s time and energy — your two most important resources. Adding segmentation to your service model can help you efficiently deliver a defined, appropriate level of service to each client.
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Practice management insights

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  • Practice Management

    Engage your clients’ heirs in family meetings

    Aug 06, 2025|ByJim Renitsky, CIMA®

    Improve the chances of retaining assets when your clients pass away. Drive authentic connections with the heirs of your clients’ wealth in family meetings.

  • Portfolio Construction

    3 investment strategy shifts that can impact taxes for wealthy clients

    Jul 30, 2025|ByCullen Roberts, CEPA®, CIMA®

    Your wealthy clients may qualify to invest in exclusive strategies, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they should. Weigh the tradeoffs with taxes in mind.