One of the primary ways we seek to differentiate ourselves in the marketplace is through the exceptional training, education and support of our Associates at all levels. Our strategy is focused on creating a culture of continual learning with defined paths, training, resources, and skill development to take you wherever you want to go.

Some of the programs that reflect our commitment to you include the following:

New Associate Training

Fully paid and comprehensive.
ACE: Associate Core Education • Retail Distribution Learning and Development.

Our new Associate preparation involves an eight-week certification training program in which you will be empowered with the knowledge to perform the most frequent tasks and answer the most common questions asked by retail brokerage investors, while utilizing the resources and support of your team members to gain a higher level of understanding. Upon completion, a graduation ceremony is celebrated and certificates are awarded.

ACE training is delivered in ‘waves’ that enable you to practice the new knowledge and skills you've acquired before proceeding to the next step.

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Targeted Training

Development opportunities that hit the mark every time.

Broker Training, Series 7 & Licensing – If you're interested in becoming a Financial Representative we'll help make it happen.
Includes: Assessment • Onboarding • Series 7 Study Assistance & Licensing • Series 63 & ACE Training • Apprenticeship • Broker Training - full production

Management Training – As a motivated performer you will be given the tools you need to help climb the ladder of success.

Additional Training Opportunities – Because you can never be too prepared.
Series 65 & 66 • Career Pathing • Global Learning System • e-Learning • Other Programs: Sales Training, Management

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Associate & Management Pathway Training

Achievement-oriented and empowering.

This training, for Associates and managers alike, covers several key curricula including: Market Knowledge • Tools & Services • Systems • Service & Sales Skills. Resources encompass hundreds of classes and several learning options (computer-based training, workshops, projects, presentations, instructor-led courses, etc.). Levels of learning and achievement are clearly identified so you always know how far you've come, where you stand, and what additional training is available to you.

Pathway Learning/Training Levels:

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Coaching & Training for Managers

4 levels of preparation to put you on a whole new level when it comes to inspiring those you manage.

Activity Based Coaching/Training:

We'll get you comfortable with coaching as a manager and build your confidence. Once that is achieved, we'll take your coaching skills to the next level.

Behavior Based Coaching/Training:

Once you have demonstrated the ‘will' to coach, this training will improve your skills.

Needs Based Coaching/Training:

This segment focuses on the needs of Associates. What do they need to improve their skills?

Advanced Coaching/Training:

These courses will help tie everything together and help you gain a greater understanding of the principles of coaching.

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The Learning Map® Process

Acquiring key knowledge in a fun, innovative way.

This training addresses the big picture in terms of your career and our business. When you understand how our business works — the marketplace, the financial challenges, the strategy for winning — you can better understand the powerful impact of your own actions and accept changes as being part of your growth.

In the past, this type of “learning” meant sitting for hours in classes, listening to someone tell you what they thought you needed to know. The Learning Map® process is very different.

• • It's interactive. You don't just sit and listen
• • There is no textbook or wordy presentation – the focus is on an illustration/visual that tells a story
• • Everyone shares ideas and opinions by exploring questions and data within a group
• • It doesn't happen in a classroom
• • And it's fun!

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College Internships

Perfect for students and grads.

Our Internship program is designed to provide you with an overview of our company. Throughout the program, you will find there truly are many different departments within our firm and many different functions within each department.

• • 8-weeks – earn while you learn
• • Internships are paid
• • Observe and work in the many departments that define us
• • Gain a general understanding of the discount brokerage business including client interaction and relationship building as well as back office operations

It Is Our Hope That You Will…

• • Have fun while learning key aspects of our operations
• • Provide us with feedback about our program
• • Consider us a place you'd like to begin your post college employment

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