Category Archives: Financial Services

How To Use Content Marketing To Attract Your Best Clients

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Every day we are seeing more financial advisors venturing into the wild world of content marketing. Why? Well, it’s a new, slightly complex, yet proven way to generate new, qualified prospects. So, let’s go over the basics of what you need to know and how to get started. 

1. What is content marketing?  Content marketing is a strategic marketing and business process focused on creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content. Its purpose is to attract and retain a clearly-defined audience and ultimately drive profitable customer action.

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He’s Just Not That Into You! 4 Ways to Connect Quicker with Prospects

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Have you ever tried to attract a new prospect but felt that you were falling short of making your case? Sometimes it’s because we may be coming off like a salesperson. Because, if you try to sell someone something, a typical reaction you may receive is that person becomes immediately not that into you. As the nation’s #1 sales expert Jeffrey Gitomer says, “People Don’t Like to Be Sold, But They Love To BUY!™” 

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LinkedIn Prospecting Strategies – FOR REAL

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The Struggle with Business Development

Almost every advisor I talk with struggles with business development. If you’re reading this blog and can identify with that initial statement, just know that you’re not alone. 

During those conversations, I try to determine the root of their struggle. The  majority of the time, the reply I get is “I can’t find enough qualified people to talk business with”…or some variation of that statement.

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Get Your Marketing RIGHT in 2020

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I think many people misunderstand marketing. Some businesses will spend a lot of time deciding what they are going to DO for their marketing in 2020. Whether that is hosting seminars or events, running a social media or email campaign, or requesting referrals from existing clients, your approach may be wrong.

I believe you should instead focus more on what you are going to SAY. When you’ve fine-tuned your messaging, you’ll see much better results no matter what your marketing efforts are.

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10 Unique & Meaningful Gifts for Clients

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The holiday season is in full swing and shopping deadlines are just around the corner. Trees are up, lights are hung on houses, and the malls are packed full of shoppers. This time of year reminds us all of who we are thankful for and as an advisor, the holidays are a perfect time to show your clients just how much you really appreciate them! However, finding the right gift for your clients can be a struggle.

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