Episode Summary Adam sits down with Vincent Randazzo, CMT, to unpack why every advisor needs a repeatable, rules-based risk management framework—and how Vincent's Defender Program helps advisors dial exposure up or down through full market cycles. They cover common mistakes during drawdowns, the "smart buy-and-hold" approach, preserving client (and advisor) psychological capital, and what century-long market breadth data really says about major tops.   Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Guest Intro Adam introduces Vincent Randazzo, CMT, his technical research background, and the Defender Program's purpose: systematic, risk-managed equity overlay. 01:21 – Why a Repeatable Risk Framework Matters Mindset + preparation = confidence. Without a framework, advisors default to headlines and emotions; with one, they lead the client conversation. 03:22 – The Biggest Mistake in Downturns Waiting too long to act. Post-decline selling creates a painful decision tree (when/why to get back in) and can impair long-term compounding. 04:50 – Inside the Defender Program Subscription service delivering real-time signals to reduce risk ahead of deeper drawdowns while preserving most upside participation; an adaptive overlay that complements existing strategies. 07:14 – Origin Story & Motivation Lessons from 2002 and 2008–09: portfolios can take hits that take years to recover. Make discipline automatic so advisors can turn uncertainty into opportunity. 09:09 – Simpler Decisions, Lower Stress Clear rules reduce second-guessing. A process keeps advisors calm, protects "psychological capital," and reduces hand-holding during volatility. 11:13 – Differentiation & Demonstrating Value In a world of cheap beta, robos, and AI, clients still expect protection when markets get ugly. Show you've planned for that scenario. 13:33 – "Smart Buy-and-Hold" vs. Static Buy-and-Hold The compounding math is path-dependent. Dial back exposure when probabilities turn against you; lean back in as conditions improve. Use simple language and analogies with clients. 15:50 – What 100+ Years of Market Breadth Says "The market whispers before it shouts." At final tops, breadth is often weak even while cap-weighted indexes look fine—an under-the-hood red flag. 18:27 – Implementing a Systematic Framework Competence + confidence are what clients buy. Consistency creates clarity; clarity creates confidence—and stronger relationships through cycles. 19:58 – Two Takeaways for Advisors (1) Use risk management as the easiest lever to improve outcomes. (2) Minimize down years to dramatically improve the compounding equation. 21:31 – Where to Learn More Website, LinkedIn, and email for the Defender Program and ViewRight Advisors. 22:19 – Closing & Thanks Adam wraps with a focus on clarity, process, and client confidence.   Key Takeaways A rules-based framework keeps you leading—not reacting—to markets. Acting late (post-decline) is usually more damaging than modest, rules-driven de-risking. Manage psychological capital for both you and clients. A "smart buy-and-hold" approach adjusts exposure as probabilities shift. Breadth weakens before headlines—watch under the hood, not just the index. Consistency → clarity → confidence —the engine of durable client relationships.   QUOTES "Think of risk management like insurance for your biggest financial asset—your book of business." "The market usually whispers before it shouts." "Clear rules stop the second-guessing." "Consistency creates clarity, and clarity creates confidence." "The seatbelt doesn't keep you from driving—it minimizes damage when you hit a bump." "If you control the risk side, the compounding math gets exponentially better." Guest & Resources Vincent Randazzo, CMT — Founder, ViewRight Advisors Website: https://viewright.ai Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Vincent Randazzo, CMT Program Mentioned: Defender Program — a systematic, risk-managed equity overlay for advisors. Connect with the Show Host: Adam Figura: [email protected]   Disclaimer: This conversation is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. All investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.

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