As the head of your business, there are things you do and know that no one else does. It’s what makes you a valuable resource and an exceptional financial advisor. As your practice grows; however, the challenge becomes time management. The goal is to keep your practice running efficiently so you stay client focused. The more you try to control everything in your business, you lose the ability to scale your business. It puts your entire client experience at risk.
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Overcoming Prospect Indecision and Delays
by Tiffany MarkarianOne of the many challenges financial advisors face is dealing with prospect indecision and delays. Despite the importance of financial planning, prospects often delay taking the next steps. In this article, we’ll delve into several reasons behind a prospect’s delay and how advisors can address these roadblocks effectively.
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Storytelling in the Planning Process
by Tiffany MarkarianWhether you are a financial advisor trying to engage new clients or a recruiter trying to engage new advisors, storytelling in your initial planning meetings sets the tone for the relationship. But whose story are you telling?
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11 Distinct Ways to Recognize and Appreciate Your Top Clients and Advisors
by Tiffany Markarian- When delivering “White Glove” service, it is important to consider recognition and client appreciation programs that celebrate your top clients, advisors, and centers of influence. It’s one thing to process and service someone’s business; it’s another to keep your top relationships loyal.
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Time Management Checklist for Financial Advisors
by Tiffany MarkarianTime management is prioritizing tasks in your business and personal life so you can maximize productivity. The goal is to create an environment that is conducive to maximum effectiveness and efficiency. If you feel you are falling prey to time management culprits, it may be time to start blocking and tackling. You don’t want to put your client experience or your goals at risk. Use our “Time-Wasters Checklist” below to help you identify inefficiencies in your business or areas that might need immediate attention.
Read More10 Ways to “Wow” Your Clients and Provide a VIP Experience
by Tiffany MarkarianCreating a “wow” or VIP experience for clients is about building your business around the client. It is going above the expected and delivering the unexpected. Every interaction a client has with you is part of their experience. They are observing you, listening to what you say, and scrutinizing every interaction. They are assessing what they are paying for and the value that is being delivered. Creating a “wow” or VIP experience is about delivering something clients never knew they wanted, at no additional cost to them.
Read MoreThe 2023 Financial Advisor’s Marketing, Social Media & Client Cultivation Calendar
by Tiffany MarkarianFinancial advisors often struggle with creating marketing and social media content – especially when they don’t have a dedicated marketing team. Now you can plan your 2023 marketing, social media and client cultivation strategy using our free calendar template.
Read MoreThe BIG Mistakes Made With Digital Marketing
by Tiffany MarkarianDigital marketing allows you to reach a vast audience of prospects and clients with one click – and therein lies the problem. When done incorrectly, digital marketing can quickly become a passive aggressive strategy. The prospects or clients you are hoping to reach are, in fact, people. They are not leads. To truly engage people, you need to present your content in a way that makes them want to engage.
Read MoreTop 5 Strategies for Virtual Business Growth
by Tiffany MarkarianBeing in a virtual environment does not have to impair your ability to revitalize your business or growth strategy. In fact, working from home may be your ideal opportunity to do some behind the scenes work on your business. Below are the top 5 virtual business growth strategies you can execute in a remote environment to advance your business momentum.
Read MoreMarketing Strategies That Work With Any Budget
by Tiffany MarkarianMarketing strategies and tips for any budget can be successful provided you use the right strategies. Having unlimited marketing dollars does not guarantee clients will engage. Successful marketing requires you to know your ideal client and what they truly want. You need to know the problems they want to solve, how they define value and how they want to receive information. This is the key to marketing, no matter what size budget you have.
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