Sound Advice with the Osmonds

Early on in life, Scott Anderson took an interest in finances and banking. After earning degrees from Columbia University and Johns Hopkins, he developed an investment strategy that went beyond the money itself. Investing in our talents--however big or small they may appear--and sharing them with others can enrich the lives of those all around us.

As the oldest of the nine children, Virl Osmond battled hearing loss while his younger siblings skyrocketed to international fame. Virl reflects on his parents, the music, and the gratitude for family that has kept them close over the years.

Recently, a whole bunch of hockey fans of the New York Islanders unknowingly helped out a whole bunch of deaf & hard-of-hearing kids in NYC and in Mexico -- and Justin Osmond was right in the middle of it. Anne Frank may have summed it up best: "No one has ever become poor by giving."

Travis Osmond is the oldest son of Merrill and Mary Osmond.  Early on in life, he experienced the mania involved in touring with his parents, uncles, and aunt Marie. When his time came to solo as a bass player in the band behind The Osmonds, and in front of a giant crowd, he froze.  The fear of talking to his dad after the show, and Merrill's unexpected advice, changed Travis' performance days forever.