These are good things from my adventure

List of 10 things possessed and VRIN analysis

1.      Social Capital

a.      I have several friends and family that work within the financial industry.  I do not see this opportunity as a very high rank on the analysis.  I am sure that numerous persons within and outside the industry have or know several individuals as well.

2.      Financial knowledge

a.      Anyone that does not operate their personal or business finances in the red would be in direct competition.  That is, most Americans have knowledge of how finances work.

3.      Long-term vision

a.      I generally make decisions not based on the here and now, but my decisions are based on the concept of how this affects my future.  In other words, I can start taking steps now to plan for later. Again I believe that this does not necessarily set me apart. 

4.      Servant leadership experience

a.      I have spent my whole career in the public service sector.  I understand what it takes to deliver both positive and negative information to the customer. However, numerous individuals have experience in servant leadership.

5.      Tech-savvy

a.      I am familiar with the use of diverse types of electronic devices and social media.  Even though I am familiar, I am not the only person.

6.      Location

a.      My location is a very fast paced and fast-growing area of Tampa Bay.  But other financial firms are also rooted in the general area.

7.      Goal Oriented

a.      I like to set goals and work towards their accomplishment.  I can project out larger goals into smaller tasks that work towards overall completion.  I am sure there are numerous other entrepreneurs in the area that are also goal-oriented.  My capability is not unique.

8.      Articulate

a.      This resource directly complements the previous resource of Goal Oriented.  The ability to correctly describe a service, or target, and how we will reach the goal together.  I do not see this ability as being unique.

9.      Integrity

a.      I exercise integrity in all that I do.  It is not just good to do what is right, you must continually strive to do what is right all the time, even when you are the only person that will know. In other words, I will remain a fiduciary to my client even if it costs me money.  For instance, most financial advisors will tell you that they are in a fiduciary relationship with their clients, because if they make more money for the client, they make more money.  That is true when you are paid a percentage, but it does not cover the financial advice of wisdom.  Only the products that they sell.  Working in the financial industry with integrity will prove beneficial, as you will provide a better service to your client that is not based on the monetary return that you receive.  And if the return and service are genuine and positive, word of mouth referrals will far out benefit any commercial advertising.  This is my unique opportunity against my competition.   

10.   Team building experience

a.      Over the years I have built experience with team leadership.  I continually strive to empower my team mates to exercise sound judgement in decision making.  I also provide feedback on their decisions and the outcome. I will use my experience in this environment to work together with my clients.  I do not see this as being a unique ability.