Your firm’s AUM is climbing, yet the future feels unnervingly fragile. Relying on referrals and favorable markets is a gamble, not a strategy, especially as competitors consolidate and scale. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. A recent Schwab RIA Benchmarking Study revealed a shocking truth: only 28% of advisory firms have a documented marketing strategy. This isn’t a missed opportunity, but a foundational business risk. 

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Why Do So Many RIAs Lack a Formal Marketing Strategy?