Month: December 2025

Staying Relevant in the Age of AI with David Evans and RJ Malyk (Ep. 9)

Staying Relevant in the Age of AI with David Evans and RJ Malyk (Ep. 9)

Technology is advancing at lightning speed, leaving many professionals wondering how to adapt and thrive.

In this episode, Andrew Evans is joined by his brother David Evans and producer RJ Malyk for a candid discussion on AI, resilience, and finding new ways to stay relevant in rapidly changing industries.

RJ shares how his background in radio shaped his approach to AI, why embracing change matters, and how financial services can draw lessons from other fields facing disruption.

Key takeaways:

  • How RJ transitioned from radio to voiceover work and why AI pushed him to expand his skillset
  • The mindset shift needed to embrace change instead of resisting it
  • Parallels between AI’s disruption and past technological shifts like TurboTax and big-box retail
  • The importance of human interaction and personalization in industries threatened by automation
  • Why the 80/20 rule explains the balance between technology and human expertise across fields
  • And more!

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Building Trust and Flexibility in Business Development with Pamela Mule (Ep. 8)

Building Trust and Flexibility in Business Development with Pamela Mule (Ep. 8)

Business development is often about numbers, but at its core, it’s about relationships, transparency, and growth.

In this episode, Andrew Evans talks with Pamela Mule, VP of Business Development at J.W. Cole about her journey from compliance to leading recruiting and development. Pamela shares how she builds trust with advisors, the role of technology in shaping the future, and why saying “yes” can open doors to new opportunities.

Pamela discusses:

  • The pitfalls of firms pushing advisors into proprietary boxes instead of prioritizing their needs
  • How genuine relationship building creates long-term recruiting success
  • The importance of adopting modern financial technology and AI tools to stay competitive
  • Why transparency in offers and payout grids matters in advisor recruiting
  • Advice for young professionals in business development: step outside your comfort zone and embrace new challenges
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

As VP of Business Development and Recruiting at J.W. Cole Financial, Pamela Mule is passionate about helping independent financial advisors thrive. She focuses on building strong partnerships, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions that support advisors’ independence and long-term success. With a deep understanding of the broker-dealer landscape, Pamela works closely with financial professionals to connect them with the resources, culture, and flexibility they need to grow their businesses and serve their clients more effectively.

With over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, Pamela has witnessed firsthand how the wrong environment can limit potential and how the right partner can unlock genuine growth. She is committed to partnering with advisors and their teams to explore what a future at J.W. Cole can look like, whether that means achieving true independence, developing a growth strategy, planning for succession, or leveraging innovative technology to modernize their practices. Her approach is consultative, strategic, and always centered on what’s best for the advisor and their clients.