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Ep 101 - Authentic Client Connection with Abbe Large

Darlene Hawley

Join Abbe Large and Darlene Hawley as the chat all things financial planning and how relationships are the key to building your clientele.

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In the world of financial planning, it’s not just about numbers—it's about people.


I’m thrilled to introduce a special guest who truly embodies this philosophy: Abbe Large! Abbe is a renowned expert in financial planning and a passionate advocate for building genuine client relationships.


With Abbe’s approach, it’s clear that effective financial planning is about:

  1. Personalized Communication: Tailoring advice to fit unique needs and dreams.
  2. Active Listening: Truly hearing what matters most to clients.
  3. Transparency and Education: Ensuring clear understanding of every step in the financial journey.
  4. Ongoing Support: Providing continued assistance even after initial consultations.
  5. Empathy and Understanding: Recognizing and respecting the emotional aspects of money.


Join us as we dive into how Abbe’s commitment to meaningful connections makes a profound difference in the financial world. Let’s build lasting relationships and work together to achieve your dreams.


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Abbe F. Large, CLU®, CLTC, is a Managing Director at Lenox Advisors, a New York City–based wealth management and insurance advisory firm that is a wholly owned subsidiary of NFP, an Aon company. With over three decades of experience, Abbe specializes in comprehensive financial planning, estate strategies, asset management, and corporate benefit designs.

Her approach is deeply personal and empathetic, shaped by her own experiences navigating financial complexities while caring for her father during his battle with pancreatic cancer. This journey has reinforced her belief in the importance of financial planning to allow families to focus on what truly

Abbe is a passionate advocate for financial literacy, particularly among women and families. She emphasizes the importance of open conversations about money and encourages proactive financial planning to navigate life's uncertainties.

Her professional credentials include the Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) and Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) designations. Abbe has been recognized by Forbes as one of the Top Financial Security Professionals for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Her Linkedin is: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbeflarge/


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Darlene Hawley is a speaker, podcast host, business coach, and communication expert who shows ambitious, heart-centered entrepreneurs and rising business leaders how to speak up, stand out, and make more impact.If you know of any entrepreneurs looking to grow their business without using social media and want more visibility or executive leaders who want to communicate with confidence and speak up for the ideas and issues that matter most to them. Those are the best referrals.


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As a mother, wife, connector, and dream builder, I’m Darlene Hawley, the founder of DarleneHawley.com and an Executive Leadership & Businesss Coach dedicated to empowering leaders like you.


My passion lies in helping ambitious professionals cultivate their unique leadership style while crafting an authentic and impactful personal brand. Through my coaching, we’ll work together to build a solid foundation that not only inspires your team but also drives results and growth within your organization.


Since 2007, I have been committed to guiding leaders and entrepreneurs in launching and scaling their businesses with confidence and clarity.


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