Ready to decode the world of wealth management and the stock market? Our guest today, Mark Tepper, a seasoned wealth manager with a $2 billion firm under his belt, will help us navigate these intriguing waters. We'll tackle the common image of wealth managers as mere salesmen, and stress the importance of intellectual rigor and rules-based investment strategies. You'll get an insider look into the industry's workings, including Mark's thoughts on recent market movements, the role of the Fed, and how investor biases shape the market trends.We then shift our focus to understand the current state of the economy. It's been a bear market, and managing risk during such times can be quite a task. Listen in as we discuss the impact on consumer sentiment, small businesses, and the challenges of managing client expectations. Mark shares the strategies his firm employs to handle the end of the era of cheap money and the dominance of a few large companies in the market. This episode offers a treasure trove of insights on managing through tough economic situations.In a riveting chapter, Mark opens up about the interplay of politics and investment decisions. Hear him speak his mind about media and political commentary, and how these aspects influence his portfolio decisions. We also journey through his experience of building a $2 billion wealth management firm and his ambitious goals for the future. Mark also shares his thoughts on the potential impact of AI and machine learning on the industry. This episode is not just about understanding finance; it's about staying ahead in the game. So, tune in and get ready to learn, unlearn, and relearn about the constantly evolving landscape of finance.ANTICIPATE STOCK MARKET CRASHES, CORRECTIONS, AND BEAR MARKETS WITH AWARD WINNING RESEARCH. Sign up for The Lead-Lag Report at https://theleadlag.report/leadlaglive and get 30% off as a podcast listener.Nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. The content in this program is for informational purposes only. You should not construe any information or other material as investment, financial, tax, or other advice. The views expressed by the participants are solely their own. A participant may have taken or recommended any investment position discussed, but may close such position or alter its recommendation at any time without notice. Nothing contained in this program constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments in any jurisdiction. Please consult your own investment or financial advisor for advice related to all investment decisions.BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Get 50% off The Lead-Lag Report today by visiting leadlagreport.substack.com/blackfriday2023. Support the show