The Broken Dealer

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The Realities and Rewards of Going Independent (Ep. 12)
August 22, 2025

Many advisors dream of independence, but is it truly freedom or simply a new set of challenges? In this episode, Carmine Corino and Daren Blonski reveal what happens behind the scenes when advisors le

The Real Cost of Independence with Jennifer Goldman (Ep. 11)
August 08, 2025

The idea of going independent might sound appealing, but whats the real cost behind the curtain? In this episode, Daren Blonski and Carmine Corino speak with Jennifer Goldman, founder of My Virtual C

Breaking Free with Coach Joe: The Real Cost of Staying (Ep. 10)
July 25, 2025

Advisors often believe they cant afford to leave their firm. But what if the real cost is staying? In this episode of The Broken Dealer Podcast, Carmine Corino and Daren Blonski sit down with Coach J

Overcoming Fears of Building Independence as a Financial Advisor (Ep. 9)
July 11, 2025

Becoming independent as a financial advisor is a major career shift that comes with significant challenges, but also opportunities for growth and autonomy. What are the fears holding you back from ind

Breaking the Myths of Going Independent as a Financial Advisor (Ep. 8)
June 27, 2025

Going independent doesnt mean going it alone, and its not as complicated as it sounds. Is the fear of being on an island holding you back? Are you letting misconceptions shape your decisions? This w

Dylan Ripley’s Bold Move to Independence (Ep. 7)
May 23, 2025

What happens when nine advisors decide theyve had enough of corporate constraints and leave together? In this episode, Carmine Corino and Daren Blonski speak with Dylan Ripley, CEO and Managing Partn

The Power of “Why”: Finding Purpose in Financial Advising (Ep. 6)
May 09, 2025

What drives a financial advisor to step into an independent realm? Is it the passion for client impact, a dissatisfaction with industry constraints, or something else entirely? Join Carmine Corino and

The Three Identities of a Financial Advisor (Ep. 5)
April 25, 2025

What makes a successful financial advisor stand out? Its more than just crunching numbers and knowing the marketits about embracing three distinct identities: advisor, business owner, and entrepren

The Power of Vision: Creating a Client-Centric Financial Practice (Ep. 4)
April 11, 2025

Having a clear vision is the key to breaking free from restrictive environments and building a thriving, independent financial practice. Join Carmine Corino and Daren Blonski to discuss their transiti

How to Know When It’s Time to Go Independent (Ep. 3)
March 28, 2025

Financial advisors often feel constrained by bureaucratic systems and conflicting interests within larger firms. But how can they identify when its time to make a bold change? In this episode, Carmin