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You’ve set an appointment with a brand-new prospect (virtual or in-person). That’s great! Now… what is your plan to engage with that new prospect before the meeting? If you can enhance both the value connection…

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There are two ways to be appropriately proactive for introductions: TODAY – I’m going to focus on Promoting Introductions. BUT before I give you some ways to do this, I want to make two preliminary points. 5 Ways…

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We are human… therefore, we have made assumptions about the client acquisition process that guides our actions. Some of these assumptions serve us and some of them don’t. I’ve just launched my newest online academy…

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Spending time with your clients in a non-business, social setting will bring many benefits to both you and them. Whether it’s sharing a meal like breakfast, lunch or dinner, or enjoying activities such as drinks, golf, or…

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In his book, Atomic Habits, James Clear writes, “Your outcomes are a lagging measure of your habits. Your net worth is a lagging measure of your financial habits. Your weight is a lagging measure of your…

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TRUE OR FALSE? My satisfied clients will provide me with introductions to all the Right-Fit Clients™ can handle.             FALSE – Ongoing research conducted by Julie Littlechild (Absolute Engagement) has demonstrated that satisfied clients are…

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Do you and your team know all the value you can bring to your client’s lives? Do your clients know all the value you bring or can bring to their lives? Consider these two thoughts: What Financial Advisors Do…

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Everyone is talking about “The Big Transfer of Wealth” that has already started. What does this mean for your business? Is there a benefit to you to use the referral process to reach these younger clients? The…

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Let’s dive into the exciting world where professionalism meets business friendship. POINT #1 One study of affluent clients demonstrated that while satisfied clients are highly loyal (98%), a low percentage (20%) provide referrals and make…

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Let’s start with a physics lesson. Okay? To paraphrase Newton’s First Law of Motion:A body in motion tends to remain in motion. A body at rest tends to remain at rest. Unless what? Unless acted upon…

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