Strange to me how I have to get a grip on life when you guys are the ones accusing people of being liars, losers, kool-aid drinkers, and half a dozen other derogatory names. Do you not have any shame or are you the ones that are the true losers.

  Also I am not sure what any of this has to do with handling this business. Also not sure how anyone so full of hate for Edward Jones or anything can be successful. If this is all a joke go to another forum where they might think it is funny. If you are serious then go join a hate club and go commit hate crimes on someone else.  

Advisorman, You are a Hypocrite!!!

... and for the record I do NOT hate edward jones, so stop assuming so much... or maybe that is your own insecurity and feelings for your employer coming out...  you choose to work there, I choose to work elsewhere. You have to live with your decision and I have to live with mine. I do apologize if the answers you are getting here are not what you want, but the answers you want and the truth are two different things.  If that makes everyone on here that does not goose step along with you a jackass, then I guess we are all jackasses, but at least we are honest jackasses. So grow some thicker skin or stop posting stupidity. Have a GREAT DAY!!!

[quote=advisorman]Brian,

  You could be discussing the weather and they would find some way of blaming Edward Jones for it and then go on to blame Edward Jones for Global Warming.    Man all the methane gas comming from the bull you two are putting out could be conceived as helping with Global Warming...   Advisorman, we are getting a kick out of your rants!  Spiff and BSpears are leaving this one alone--I could care less if you were a troll!  Even I doubt you are one--but you might want to have that prostate check done soon!  

Well I found the group of thugs on this forum. Glad you found me. Not sure what the bull you are talking about but if you guys attack another forum member just because he or she works for Edward Jones or just because you want to be jerks I will be there too.

  See you soon.

advidsorman,

    Man you are falling on your sword here for nothing. 

 I list quotes from Brian "I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company." and "I am used to dealing with professionals and I have to say it surprises me that there are so many people on this forum that chose to act like 4 year olds."   and "I am also starting to think these are people that couldn't make it at Edward Jones so they discourage others from working there."   Talk about calling people names and pointing fingers and saying someone is a loser because he or she chooses to leave a firm that you happen to LOVE (for now, that is).  Brian is just like every other Jonser who posts here that wants to bash us for leaving, but takes offense, like you do, if we bash back.   It's all about where you feel comfortable working and believe that you are doing what is right for your customers, yourself and your family.   This guy pushed first and got pushed back, so lighten up and grow some thicker skins or you'll never be able to take all of the rejection you'll get as a Jones Door Knocker.   So Brian, and advisorman, you stepped in it so now you've got to smell it.

[quote=doneWjones]Fellas,

I smell a troll. Advisorman = Brian1960   Jones is what it is, but just like high school, people eventually outgrow them.... Although, I knew a few people that wished they could of stayed in high school forever.....  I guess that applies to Jones as well.....  To each his own.[/quote]   and you call me a hypocrite after posting this message. Man you have no idea what a hypocrite is.

"...but if you guys attack another forum member just because he or she works for Edward Jones or just because you want to be jerks I will be there too." -advisorman   Well alrighty there Captain American Fund....   look in the sky.... its a terd... its a... flame....NO its a insecure wannabe version of superman exept there is really nothing super or manly about it.  hmmm but it does have a sent of.... TROLL!   I will say this for everyone thinking it... WHAT A FREAKIN' IDIOT.... and now he wants to be captain america too.   Spears, help me... I can't handle this insanity any longer.

[quote=FreeFromJones]

advidsorman,

    Man you are falling on your sword here for nothing. 

 I list quotes from Brian "I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company." and "I am used to dealing with professionals and I have to say it surprises me that there are so many people on this forum that chose to act like 4 year olds."   and "I am also starting to think these are people that couldn't make it at Edward Jones so they discourage others from working there."   Talk about calling people names and pointing fingers and saying someone is a loser because he or she chooses to leave a firm that you happen to LOVE (for now, that is).  Brian is just like every other Jonser who posts here that wants to bash us for leaving, but takes offense, like you do, if we bash back.   It's all about where you feel comfortable working and believe that you are doing what is right for your customers, yourself and your family.   This guy pushed first and got pushed back, so lighten up and grow some thicker skins or you'll never be able to take all of the rejection you'll get as a Jones Door Knocker.   So Brian, and advisorman, you stepped in it so now you've got to smell it. [/quote]   I read the same messages and all Brian asked is why and the first thing you guys hit him with is being a loser. That is not pushing back that is called attacking.   What gets me is if he does it he is pushing you around. If you guys do it everything is fine. I challenge anyone to read this topic and tell me Brain started this crap. You guys just must be paranoid.   He was not giving you a hard time he just asked for you to back off and explain why. The minute I come in and say the same thing you guys call me a troll. There are many people on this forum that have sent me private messages telling me to keep up the heat for many are really tired of your snide remarks and hate messages.

[quote=Brian1960].

  I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company.   This was part of Brian's first post--I hope he isn't going to work for the State Department because it looks and spells like a attack!

Roadhard,

  Sorry that Brian had an opinion. So how was that an attack? He said "many of you". I never saw the name Roadhard anywhere. Maybe you are not one of the many he was talking about. Maybe your one of the smart ones that had a real good reason but instead of saying "Brian I disagree with you" you said "Welcome Brian--Kool aid kid, welcome to the woodshed!  Spiff> have a great weekend!"   What an intelligent way to respond to the question. With so many good ways to have a real conversation this is your response. Now you know why so many really hate the way these topics are turn into crap where people actually are afraid to say anything without someone calling them a troll or a kool-aid drinker.

[quote=advisorman]Roadhard,

  Sorry that Brian had an opinion. So how was that an attack? He said "many of you". I never saw the name Roadhard anywhere. Maybe you are not one of the many he was talking about. Maybe your one of the smart ones that had a real good reason but instead of saying "Brian I disagree with you" you said "Welcome Brian--Kool aid kid, welcome to the woodshed!  Spiff> have a great weekend!"   What an intelligent way to respond to the question. With so many good ways to have a real conversation this is your response. Now you know why so many really hate the way these topics are turn into crap where people actually are afraid to say anything without someone calling them a troll or a kool-aid drinker.[/quote]   boy your sure have an answer for evrybody doncha?

[quote=Spaceman Spiff]Man, Brian, do you always walk right up to that hornet’s nest and smack it as hard as you can? 

  Spiff's one of your guys right?   My post followed Spiff's and I said welcome to the Woodshed (The Forum).  Now for some information:  Because I was at Jones for 15 years--I'm sure you would have to agree that I have many more years at the place than you--not all of us hate the place--I left for reasons already on this post--I still have friends that work there--but you assume that we hate the place just because we left.    Speaking of Spiff, he is respected by most of us on this post because he knows how to conduct himself on here and he is a good representative of Edward Jones--he has thick skin and knows how to send the crap back to those of us who deserve it!!!  I will go to confession later.

[quote=Brian1960]I’ve never written to this forum before but have read the messages for awhile and finally decided to say something.

  It seems like there are many people that bash Edward Jones because they are no longer there. Many of you would have never been given the chance to be in this industry if it weren't for them giving you the training you received.   I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company. I am a guy that spent my first 12 years in the industry with AGE and Indy and have been a Jones for 7 years now and the only regret I have is that I didn't do it sooner. I work less, make more, have great benefits, a BOA that I love, and take two fantastic trips a year. I could not be happier than I am now. I know some of you will try to prove I am wrong and how much better you have it wherever you are but I've been there and know for a fact that Edward Jones is my last stop until I retire.   For those of you that feel different, that's fine but I  don't make a constant effort to discredit who you work for, so let it go and let's use this forum for the good that it could be.[/quote]   Hey, congratulations on finding a home you love.  As an independent, I have an equally hard time understanding why you like Jones so much.  I've been recruited there several times and out of curiosity, took a look once before I went indy.  Work less and make more?  In the days of 90%+ indy payouts, that math just doesn't make sense.  Great benefits?  Sure, I probably pay more for heath insurance, but I'll put over 30K in my solo(K) this year and can invest it in almost anything imagineable (anything that will fit in an LPL brokerage account).  I have Thursdays off in the summer and take as many vacation days as I want.  Great BOA?  My assistant came with me and if anything, is more dedicated now than when I was an employee.  Two trips a year?  I go to a quality national each summer (last summer was in Boston and had keynote speakers such as former president George Bush and music by Chicago and members of the Eagles.  The year before, it was San Diego, Tom Brokaw, Kool & the Gang and Kenny Loggins).  I get great LEARNING sessions (not pep sessions) that often are also continuing education credit for insurance, CPA and CFP licenses.  I'm not quite big enough for the second company trip, but with the extra 30% (about $100K this year) I make over my captive days, I can take several nice trips to where I want to go, and when I want to go.   Beyond that, I have greater product availability, better technology and more freedom.  I'm equally convinced that I will retire as an independent and am just as baffled as you are...although admittedly about different things.  You are in a decided minority that have tasted true freedom and choose to return to captivity.  I'm glad you're happy...really...I am.

[quote=advisorman][quote=FreeFromJones]

advidsorman,

    Man you are falling on your sword here for nothing. 

 I list quotes from Brian "I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company." and "I am used to dealing with professionals and I have to say it surprises me that there are so many people on this forum that chose to act like 4 year olds."   and "I am also starting to think these are people that couldn't make it at Edward Jones so they discourage others from working there."   Talk about calling people names and pointing fingers and saying someone is a loser because he or she chooses to leave a firm that you happen to LOVE (for now, that is).  Brian is just like every other Jonser who posts here that wants to bash us for leaving, but takes offense, like you do, if we bash back.   It's all about where you feel comfortable working and believe that you are doing what is right for your customers, yourself and your family.   This guy pushed first and got pushed back, so lighten up and grow some thicker skins or you'll never be able to take all of the rejection you'll get as a Jones Door Knocker.   So Brian, and advisorman, you stepped in it so now you've got to smell it. [/quote]   I read the same messages and all Brian asked is why and the first thing you guys hit him with is being a loser. That is not pushing back that is called attacking.   What gets me is if he does it he is pushing you around. If you guys do it everything is fine. I challenge anyone to read this topic and tell me Brain started this crap. You guys just must be paranoid.   He was not giving you a hard time he just asked for you to back off and explain why. The minute I come in and say the same thing you guys call me a troll. There are many people on this forum that have sent me private messages telling me to keep up the heat for many are really tired of your snide remarks and hate messages. [/quote]

Advisorman- Brian did start this crap.  As many know I'm a long time active forum participant.  I had a reaction to this thread right from the start but I've been busy, so I decided to sit back and let it develop whilst I got some work done.

My initial reaction stands-Brian may have been factually correct with some of his comments, but he's also pretty dam self-righteous.  Some folks may have been less than professional in their responses, but he's been pretty arrogant.

Hey look, if he's really that happy, great.  But when he starts demeaning those who don't see it his way, or suggesting that folks who left Jones are generally failing and can't get back in, he's a fool if he doesn't expect a response.

There are HUGE differences between him and Spiff.  HUGE.  For one, I like Spiffy.....

[quote=joedabrkr] [quote=advisorman][quote=FreeFromJones]

advidsorman,

    Man you are falling on your sword here for nothing. 

 I list quotes from Brian "I think many of you can't accept the fact that you made a mistake leaving so you try to justify it to yourself by trying to convince others that Edward Jones is some how an inferior company." and "I am used to dealing with professionals and I have to say it surprises me that there are so many people on this forum that chose to act like 4 year olds."   and "I am also starting to think these are people that couldn't make it at Edward Jones so they discourage others from working there."   Talk about calling people names and pointing fingers and saying someone is a loser because he or she chooses to leave a firm that you happen to LOVE (for now, that is).  Brian is just like every other Jonser who posts here that wants to bash us for leaving, but takes offense, like you do, if we bash back.   It's all about where you feel comfortable working and believe that you are doing what is right for your customers, yourself and your family.   This guy pushed first and got pushed back, so lighten up and grow some thicker skins or you'll never be able to take all of the rejection you'll get as a Jones Door Knocker.   So Brian, and advisorman, you stepped in it so now you've got to smell it. [/quote]   I read the same messages and all Brian asked is why and the first thing you guys hit him with is being a loser. That is not pushing back that is called attacking.   What gets me is if he does it he is pushing you around. If you guys do it everything is fine. I challenge anyone to read this topic and tell me Brain started this crap. You guys just must be paranoid.   He was not giving you a hard time he just asked for you to back off and explain why. The minute I come in and say the same thing you guys call me a troll. There are many people on this forum that have sent me private messages telling me to keep up the heat for many are really tired of your snide remarks and hate messages. [/quote]

Advisorman- Brian did start this crap.  As many know I'm a long time active forum participant.  I had a reaction to this thread right from the start but I've been busy, so I decided to sit back and let it develop whilst I got some work done.

My initial reaction stands-Brian may have been factually correct with some of his comments, but he's also pretty dam self-righteous.  Some folks may have been less than professional in their responses, but he's been pretty arrogant.

Hey look, if he's really that happy, great.  But when he starts demeaning those who don't see it his way, or suggesting that folks who left Jones are generally failing and can't get back in, he's a fool if he doesn't expect a response.

There are HUGE differences between him and Spiff.  HUGE.  For one, I like Spiffy.....
[/quote]   I have been reading this forum for quite a while and Brian's comments were in direct response to all the people out there that attack everyone that works for Edward Jones or even says something positive about the firm. Compliancejerk actually followed every comment I made and tried to trash it yesterday. In the real world this would be a hate crime. Also you Indy guys (and I mean some not all) take the cake for being self-righteous. I think it great that you guys are Indy and if you ever read my comments I say that but in return I am called a loser, a liar and a kool-aid drinker.   You must agree that there is a small group out there that have decided to RUN this forum by intimidation and by treating Edward Jones people like crap. It really has run off many people that could really be helping. So again this did not start with Brian's question and unfortunately it will not end either. All I am asking is we need to let everyone talk and state their question or opinion without being attacked for who they work for.

Advisorman- Brian and whomever this applies…

  I think the key to the EDJ bashers is to just not give a shit what they say. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and I have just decided that it isn't going to change the way I look at my firm. I know that everyone walks away from an experience with a different vantage point. I couldn't care less if eveyone on this board hated EDJ. Their views and opinions don't effect me!   Try and not let it bother you. Who cares what Compliance Jerk says.. He was a jerk to me not so long ago and then we PM'ed back and forth and have no issues now.. He is after all a self proclaimed JERK! You know what you are getting when a guy lists his screen name like that.. He used to work at Jones and has issues with them.. Guess what? He is entitled to them.. - Like I said before.. Who cares? I sure don't!   Miss J

thank you Miss Jones (I really mean it)

Yep I'm a Compliance Jerk I admit it. Yes I have a grudge against your employer. I also have a problem with people blindly following others. Look what it got Mrs. Jim Jones!! quote from  Advisorman, " Also you Indy guys (and I mean some not all) take the cake for being self-righteous."  Talk about the pot calling the kettle black ... an Jonestown inhabitant calling others self-righteous.    Advisorman....yep you're a legend in your own mind.  Your are a newbie poster with 41 posts and the people that run this forum provide a wonderful search tool to search by topic or poster ..... how simple is that?