The Evolving Role of a Financial Advisor in an AI-Driven World

In this episode of the Modern Financial Advisor Podcast, host Mike Langford sits down with Dr. Emily Koochel, Manager of Financial Wellness at eMoney Advisor, to explore the critical role of the human advisor in an increasingly AI-powered world. They discuss how AI can be used as a tool to enhance efficiency, personalize client experiences, and maintain trust, rather than replacing human advisors. With compelling data and practical insights, this episode aims to help financial advisors feel more confident in integrating AI into their practices.

Connect with Dr. Emily Koochel and eMoney Advisor:
Emily on LinkedIn:   / emilykoochel  
Emily's book "The Psychology of Financial Planning" - https://www.cfp.net/knowledge/psychol...
eMoney Advisor - https://emoneyadvisor.com/
eMoney Advisor on YouTube - ‪@emoney‬

Connect with Mike Langford
Mike on YouTube: ‪@MikeLangford‬
Mike on LinkedIn:   / mikelangford2  

Get the full show notes and other relevant content here: https://www.finservmarketing.com/mode...


Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:12 The Human Element in Financial Advice
00:59 Podcast Subscription and Contact Information
01:29 Conversation with Dr. Emily Koochel Begins
01:45 Weekend Plans and Personal Anecdotes
02:23 AI's Impact on Financial Advisory
02:54 Dr. Koochel's Unique Qualifications
05:20 Understanding Financial Therapy
08:54 Financial Socialization and Childhood Influences
11:32 AI in Financial Planning: Opportunities and Concerns
17:25 The Importance of Human Connection
20:16 Generational Perspectives on Financial Advice
23:10 Emotional Conversations in Financial Planning
26:36 Practical AI Integration for Advisors
27:35 Exploring AI Integration in Financial Services
27:57 Identifying and Automating Manual Processes
28:47 Prioritizing High Impact, Low Risk AI Solutions
29:28 Familiarizing with AI Technologies
34:29 Personalization at Scale with AI
41:32 Building and Maintaining Trust in Client Relationships
51:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts