
Advisors Off Script: Stories of the Independent Frontlines with Shelby Nicholl
Advisors Off Script is the podcast where financial advisors step away from the polished talking points and get real about what it takes to build, break away, and boldly grow. Every advisor has a choice: follow the script laid out by the industry—or write your own.
Formerly known as Kick It Open, the show is hosted by Shelby Nicholl, founder of Muriel Consulting and known as the “RIA Whisperer.” She brings candid conversations, insider insights, and practical strategies that help advisors move from uncertainty to clarity and from frustration to freedom. Because this isn’t just a podcast—it’s your playbook for building boldly and living off script.
Get ready for amazing guests, including advisors who have tread the journey before, leaders from the firms serving independent advisors and partners who help advisors create thriving practices.
Here at Muriel Consulting, we're helping advisors kick the door open on their personal success by living a life off script.
About the Host
Shelby Nicholl is the founder and lead consultant at Muriel Consulting, where she helps financial advisors break free from limits, align their businesses with their ambitions, and build thriving practices. With 25 years in leadership roles at firms like LPL Financial and Edward Jones, she combines deep industry experience with her passion for empowering advisors to take bold steps toward independence and success.
She is also the founder of Muriel Network, a digital community for women in wealth management seeking connection, inspiration, and growth.
Advisors Off Script: Stories of the Independent Frontlines with Shelby Nicholl
Can Consistency Be Your Secret Weapon for Growth?
In this episode of the Kick It Open podcast, host Shelby Nicholl of Muriel Consulting welcomes financial advisor and Perfect RIA founder Matthew Jarvis for a straight-talking, strategy-filled conversation on one of the most underrated drivers of organic growth: consistency.
Matthew opens up about his early career struggles, the turning point that led to a multi-million-dollar solo practice, and why delivering massive value with precision and repeatability is the real key to success. He shares how scripting client meetings word-for-word, practicing like a stand-up comic, and eliminating sales pressure has helped him build deep trust with clients—and a wildly efficient business.
From the “Sleep On It” process to debunking advisor myths around fees and closing, this episode is packed with actionable ideas to help advisors refine their approach, boost their confidence, and grow with integrity.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Repetition and structure create space for authentic, high-value client interactions
- Organic growth isn’t about gimmicks—it’s about consistent value delivery
- You don’t need to be a “closer” to build a thriving practice
- Confidence stems from clarity, scripting, and practicing your delivery
If you’re ready to simplify your process, supercharge your confidence, and create real momentum in your advisory business, this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now and kick open the door to your next level of success.
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Produced by Shelby Nicholl.
Edited by Aaron Sherman.
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