Your company wasn’t built overnight, and yet it can be derailed in an instant. That’s because as businesses and lives become more successful, they typically become more complicated.
At Kaizen Planning and Wealth Management we have developed a financial planning process that incorporates the principles of Kaizen and the “5-S” methodology. The 5-S system is a lean management tool that focuses on organizing and optimizing the workplace for maximum efficiency. We have adapted this approach to create a structured and iterative financial planning process that promotes continuous improvement. Here is how our process works:
Assess Your Financial Situation:
The first step in our financial planning process is to understand all your unique goals and values and sort through your financial information and documents. This involves gathering and organizing all relevant financial data, including income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and investments. By sorting through your financial information, we gain a clear understanding of your current financial situation alongside your future financial goals.
Define Your Goals and Objectives:
Once we have sorted through your financial information, we move on to setting your financial goals and objectives. We collaborate closely with you to define your short-term and long-term financial aspirations, such as saving for retirement, buying a home, funding your children’s education, or starting/selling a business. By setting your financial goals in order, we create a roadmap for your financial success, create focus, and eliminate unnecessary obstacles and distractions.
Develop a Comprehensive Financial Plan:
With your goals and objectives established, we shine a light on your financial plan. Our team of experienced financial advisors will analyze your financial data, perform risk assessments, and evaluate various investment options. We develop a comprehensive financial plan that outlines and simplifies the steps you need to take to achieve your goals. This includes strategies for budgeting, debt management, savings, investments, insurance, tax planning, and estate planning.
Implement and Monitor Your Plan:
Once your financial plan is in place, we move on to implementing and standardizing the strategies outlined. We help you take action on the recommendations provided in your financial plan, such as opening investment accounts, setting up automated savings, or adjusting your budget. We also establish a system for monitoring your progress regularly. This may involve periodic reviews, performance tracking, and adjusting the plan as needed to keep you on track towards your goals.
Continuously Improve and Adapt:
The final step in our financial planning process is to sustain your financial success by continuously improving and adapting your plan while continuously improving and adapting our skills. We believe that financial planning is an ongoing process that requires regular review and adjustment. We stay connected with you, providing ongoing support, guidance, and education to help you make informed financial choices. We also keep you updated on market trends and changes in tax laws or regulations that may impact you or your plan. By sustaining a commitment to continuous improvement, we ensure that your financial plan remains aligned with your evolving needs and circumstances.
Through our financial planning process using Kaizen 5-S, we aim to empower you to create clarity, control, and confidence in your financial future. By organizing your finances, setting clear goals, developing a comprehensive plan, implementing strategies, and continuously improving, we help you achieve financial success one step at a time.
Contact us today to begin your journey towards financial prosperity with Kaizen Planning & Wealth Management.
We look forward to helping you reach your goals – no matter what they are.
6263 North Scottsdale Rd. Suite 140
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
*Financial plan recommendations can be implemented with the advisor of your choosing. Implementation of specific products or services may result in commissions or fees outside of the financial planning fee.