Leadership & Team Management Flashcards
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When an AP's employment with a sponsoring firm ends, within roughly how many days must the firm file the termination notice (Form 8-T)?
Answer: 30 days
NFA requires the sponsor to file Form 8-T within 30 days of termination.
A firm is considering hiring a person with a prior regulatory disciplinary history. What is the soundest approach?
Answer: Conduct a thorough background check and consider heightened supervision
Prudent firms vet disclosures and may impose special supervision when risk indicators exist.
Which person sponsors an AP's registration?
Answer: A registered firm such as an FCM, IB, CPO, or CTA
An AP must be associated with and sponsored by a registered firm.
Two team members disagree about account coverage and the dispute is hurting customer service. What should the manager do?
Answer: Listen to both parties, clarify facts, and set clear coverage rules
Fair fact-finding and clear expectations resolve conflict while protecting customers.
Why should the person who approves cash disbursements not also reconcile the related account?
Answer: Segregation of duties reduces the risk of error and fraud
Separating authorization from reconciliation creates an independent check.
A firm allows APs to work from home. How do supervisory obligations change?
Answer: They continue to apply, and the firm must adapt monitoring to the remote setting
The duty to supervise follows the activity wherever it takes place.
What is the best onboarding practice for a newly registered AP?
Answer: Provide training and closer initial supervision, including review of early activity
New personnel benefit from structured training and heightened early review.
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