“I have nothing in common with lazy people who blame others for their lack of success. Great things come from hard work and perseverance. NO EXCUSES!” - Kobe #ExtremeOwnership

The defense for @ASUFootball has been a point of pride in an otherwise challenging year. In related news, @DashaunMallory and @bjgreenII are beasts.

Enjoying post season baseball! Couldn’t tell why today’s NLDS was so enjoyable… then I realized I had the play by play muted. Bob Costas is good during the Olympics but as a baseball PBP guy, just…. Ugh. On a more positive note, #GoDBacks

Talk about a coincidence… on the same day @zacgallen23 throws one of the best games in the history of the team, I receive this package…. @Dbacks

Flipping channels recently I stopped to watch the movie RV. It reminded me how much I miss the late, great Robin Williams. When I stop to remember all his movies, I am reminded of his incredible range as an actor and his ability to make every audience FEEL something.

Had fun with my Schwab colleagues investing in our community yesterday! I'm still trying to get the paint off my hands, but I am so grateful for the opportunity to meet new friends and support homeless families in our community. #Schwab4Good!

Does your firm have a tech stack that appeals to new advisors? Learn why recruiting efforts can be hindered by a less than appealing offering:

Know a student interested in the financial industry? The application is now open for the 2022 RIA Talent Advantage® Student Scholarship is now open! Apply now:

#ESGinvesting is driving more attention from investors looking to align their portfolios with their beliefs and values. Learn how you can help your clients make an impact. https://t.co/EdMBL5qaMN

Let’s talk about the emotional elephant in the room. These concepts may help get a better understanding of what a client is looking for when logic takes a backseat: https://t.co/U2qILHyKFa

Don’t miss the chance to hear about new and upcoming items for the Schwab platform. Register for the Tech Talk Webcast March 24th at 1:00 p.m. PDT to learn about enhancements, get quick tips and more.

Being a source of comfort and guidance for your clients when they need you most helps foster strong relationships. Steering together through complex life events like a "gray divorce" can be challenging, but solidify trust and loyalty. https://t.co/BcQWWKP7XX

Emotional intelligence, or EQ, can improve engagement and workplace performance. Find out what managing emotions can do for your business. https://t.co/uthStJP3bA

The start of a new year allows leaders to tackle a new strategy or double-down on what’s working, while inspiring their team for the road ahead. For Bernie Clark, his team's priorities are all grounded in serving RIA clients better.

Will RIA firms stay focused on recruiting? I can't wait to find out. This is an exciting year to participate in Schwab's 2022 #RIABenchmarking Study. https://t.co/Eb5ZthRHrE

What are advisors viewing as perceived opportunities and barriers to growth in the current environment? Check out the Schwab Advisor Services' 2022 Independent Advisor Outlook Study to find out.

There’s a lot of talk about inflation right now. Will your clients’ fixed income strategies hold up? Check out the guide from Schwab Asset Management to compare active vs passive approaches to fixed income ETFs. #ETFKnowHow https://t.co/Uz3FYGpy8D

Bernie Clark gives ThinkAdvisor his perspective on the future of the RIA industry and even shares some fun facts about himself:

Schwab awarded 12 students, from Arizona to Delaware, with the 2021 RIA Talent Advantage® Student Scholarship. Know a student who might be interested in next year’s scholarship? Applications open in March 2022! https://t.co/k0Fk8QvBA9

Schwab and T. Rowe Price have entered into a relationship enabling advisors who custody at Schwab to purchase T. Rowe Price’s lowest-cost institutional share class funds without transaction fees: