What if your greatest professional asset isn't your skills or experience but your willingness to help others succeed?
In One for All, financial planning expert Marc C. Shaffer reveals the counterintuitive truth he's discovered throughout his career: the most successful people aren't those who focus on themselves but those who systematically support others.
In a world increasingly focused on transactions, One for All offers a systematic approach to human connection. Drawing from his experience as a financial planner who puts people before profit, Shaffer presents a powerful five-step system that transforms networking from a necessary evil into a fulfilling practice of genuine service.
Through practical exercises and real-world examples, he shows how intentional, repeatable acts of connection can create a virtuous cycle that enriches your career, expands your network, and builds a legacy rooted in impact.
This book challenges readers to look beyond short-term gains and instead focus on creating the kind of world they want to be part of. Not by chance, but by design.
Whether you're looking to grow your business, rebuild community ties, or simply live with more purpose, One for All provides a clear, actionable roadmap to success through service.
Marc C. Shaffer
What I Stand For:
I specialize in helping my clients and their families achieve continuity in their financial planning through generations and achieve their vision of an ideal life by encouraging goal setting and active monitoring of their financial plans.
Outside of Work, You'll Find Me:
I have been married to my wife, Bridgette, since 2018 and we live in Overland Park, Kansas. We welcomed our first son, Grant, in January 2022, and our daughter, Emily, in September 2023. As an active member and board member of community organizations, I contribute my time and energy to many philanthropic events. I also enjoy spending time mentoring those in the financial planning industry through the Kansas City Chapter of the Financial Planning Association.
I have completed three half marathons and spent seven years as a team captain in the annual BikeMS bike rides, completing up to 182 miles annually across Missouri and Kansas to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis research. I enjoy sand volleyball, golf and hiking, and have done multiple-day hikes in Chile, Argentina, Tibet, Peru, Iceland, Bhutan and Namibia during my international travels with Adventure to Serve. I enjoy helping them plan these trips annually, which you can read more about in "I PLAN, So That I Can."
Favorite Quote:
"Never let the things you want make you forget the things you have."
Professional Affiliations:
Marc is a member of the Kansas City Chapter of the Financial Planning Association. He has held leadership positions, including President, Chairman of the Board, and Career Chairman, aiding individuals interested in financial planning careers.
Education and Certifications:
CFP® – CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
AIF® – Accredited Investment Fiduciary
EA – Enrolled Agent
Bachelor of Science in Personal Finance, Personal Financial Planning, Minors in Business Administration and Economics, Kansas State University
In the Community:
Marc's community involvement is extensive. As former Treasurer, Chairman of the Board and Past President of the Overland Park South Rotary club, Marc contributes his time and energy to recruiting and sponsoring new members and to philanthropic events like the Jazz in the Woods festival at Corporate Woods. He is a former Chairman for Jazz in the Woods and SoJo Summerfest and a Paul Harris Fellow. He is also a member of Top Gun Kansas City and a Board Member for Growing Futures Early Education. Marc is a Class of 2019 alumni member of the Centurions Leadership Program of The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, a group that explores the opportunities and issues of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Within Centuri
