READING THE TREE LEAVES

Many advisors want to grow their practices but feel trapped in a cycle of operational tasks that eat away at their capacity for revenue-generating activities.

But there’s never been a better time to focus on growth. The financial advisory industry is projected to grow at 13% annually, much faster than the national average, with assets under management expected to reach $85.14 trillion by 2028.

And growth is absolutely possible when you take the right steps to offload the noise and focus on what moves the needle.

Most advisory practices today are beautifully fragile businesses that could collapse overnight.

Why? Because they lack succession planning and, perhaps more importantly, continuity planning.

Silver Oak’s Unplugged 2025 brought together the heart of our community—advisors, partners, and team members—for an unforgettable experience grounded in connection, collaboration, and clarity.

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