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Episode 273 – How to Attract Ideal Prospects by Being Yourself –– With Matthew Jarvis



Pretending to like golf won’t get you clients.

The best way to grow your business is by being authentic and doing things you love with people who love the same things as you!

Today, Matt is joined by Matthew Jarvis, the co-founder of The Perfect RIA and president of Jarvis Financial. This episode is packed with unconventional, but proven, ways to generate referrals from COIs, find ideal prospects in places you’ve never considered, and create a business that allows you to take time off without compromising profitability.  

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How Matthew has been so successful in delivering massive value to his clients
  • Matthew’s secret method to getting referrals from COIs without actually asking for referrals
  • Matthew’s methods for getting half of his business through rock climbing, mountain biking, dirt biking, boating, and going to Vegas
  • Why Matthew is able to take six months off a year and still maintain high profitability 
  • Why finding a mentor to guide you on your journey to success is easier than you think
  • And more!

Listen now to learn how you can apply Matthew’s tips and tricks to your unique business model!

Resources: Top Advisor Marketing | Matthew Jarvis | The Perfect RIA podcast | Jarvis Financial | The “Sleep On It” Process | Behavioral Investment Counseling by Nick Murray

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Episode 206 – 3 Marketing Trends for Advisors Who Want to Stand Out — With Jillian Bannister



Are you using the latest trends to help you stand out from the advisor down the street?

Today, Matt welcomes Jillian Bannister, CEO and co-founder of Ext. Marketing, to uncover three marketing trends for advisors. This is a must-listen conversation where you will learn about attracting up-and-coming demographics and the importance of testing your brand to see what is resonating with your target audience. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Which social media platform is the ideal place for advisors to reach their audience
  • Words of advice about segmenting your millennial audience
  • The importance of focusing on people who are interested in ESG and socially responsible investing
  • How long it takes for an advisor to gain traction on a new brand
  • And more!

Tune in and learn how to become bigger and better!

Resources:  Ext. Marketing | Email Jillian | Jillian Bannister’s LinkedIn

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Episode 205 – The Time for Succession Planning Is Now — With George Hartman



You’ve poured your heart and soul into launching your business and creating growth. Wouldn’t you like your business to live on even after you’re no longer here?

In this episode, Kirk Lowe speaks with George Hartman, co-founder and CEO of Market Logics. They unpack what gets in an advisor’s way of putting a succession plan in place, how to get started, and where marketing fits into the process. This episode is a must-listen for all entrepreneurs who want their businesses to endure for generations to come.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • What gets in the way of putting a plan in place
  • The steps required to successfully exit your business
  • What options are available to advisors
  • The purpose of a continuity partner
  • Where marketing fits into the succession planning process and how important it is 
  • And more!

Tune in now and experience the excitement around keeping your business successful for generations to come!

Resources:  Top Advisor Marketing | Market Logics

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Episode 202 – The Evolution of Advisor Marketing



There has been considerable evolution in advisor brands. Many tactics advisors use to get their message out have changed, but interestingly enough, some things have stayed the same.

Today, Kirk Lowe and Matt Halloran dive into a subject that stirs up debates amongst advisors: marketing then and now. They examine the seven levels of the advisor marketing evolution to uncover how advisor brands have become what they are today.  

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • The difference between branding and visual identity
  • How advisors started differentiating themselves from other advisors
  • What content marketing used to be versus what it is now
  • How advisors started building their credibility
  • And more!

 Tune in now and get your advisor brand up-to-date! 

Resources: Top Advisor Marketing | How to Start Your Own Podcast

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Episode 201 – How to Turn Your Clients Into Raving Fans — With Luke Acree



In the service-based sales industry, your business is built off of how well you can build and keep client relationships. That is the centralized belief of ReminderMedia.

In this episode, Kirk Lowe has a passionate conversation with Luke Acree, ReminderMedia’s founder and president. They discuss how to keep in touch with the clients in your database in such a way that they become raving fans of your organization. Every advisor knows the importance of gaining referrals and repeat business, but this episode will challenge you to examine what you’re doing today to inspire unwavering loyalty.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • About a unique and personalized gift idea that’s proving to be memorable and coveted by clients
  • How to use the FORD method to build client relationships that lend to future marketing opportunities
  • What it takes to intrigue your prospects’ curiosity and why these efforts are worthwhile
  • How humanizing yourself will help you build rapport with your clients
  • And more!

Tune in now and get a ton of ideas for inspiring your clients to become raving fans!

Resources:  Top Advisor Marketing | ReminderMedia

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Ep 182 — How to Secure Solid Introductions — Referrals Mini-Series Part 3



These days, it’s not so much referrals that we need, it’s introductions and connections. 

Today, Matt and Referral Coach International founder Bill Cates are back for the third and final part of our referrals mini-series to discuss how you can turn referrals into solid introductions.

Bill and Matt leave no stone unturned when talking about how you can do your due diligence when researching a likely prospect prior to an introduction. They discuss everything from how to ask people to be a referral to the various resources available to research a prospect, and much more.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How to do ‘warm’ research for more impactful introductions
  • How to ask for what you want
  • How and what to prepare prior to an introduction
  • The critical mass of referrals
  • Whether it’s possible to be unreferrable
  • And so much more!

Referrals beget referrals. Tune in now and take notes — this mini-series may change your world!

Resources: Referral Coach | Coach Cates | Bill Cates Speaking | Resources | EGuide | Referrals Mini-Series Part 1 | Referrals Mini-Series Part 2

 

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Ep 181 — How to ask for Referrals without Begging — Referrals Mini-Series Part 2



Today, Referral Coach International founder Bill Cates is back for part two of our three-part mini-series on making your practice a referral magnet.

There are 3 types of people when it comes to getting referrals. Some will give you referrals right on the spot, some won’t do it when you ask, but will when they are ready, and some just won’t do it at all. Today, Bill and Matt discuss how to approach asking for referrals, highlighting best practices that will allow you to ask not by begging or pushing, but by being proactive instead.  

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • The difference between a referral and an introduction
  • Two ways you can be proactive about getting referrals
  • The reasons why clients don’t give referrals
  • How to keep your messaging genuine to you
  • And so much more!

If you want to grow your company exponentially, listen in now and take notes as Bill takes you through the process of asking for referrals! 

Resources: Referral Coach | Coach Cates | Bill Cates Speaking | E-Guide | Referrals Mini-Series Part 1

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Ep 180 — How to get Referrals Without Asking — Referrals Mini-Series Part 1



Every advisor’s dream is to get referrals without asking. But how do you accomplish this?

According to Bill Cates, the key is to be super referrable.

Today, Matt welcomes Bill, the founder of Referral Coach International, for a 3-part mini-series on referrals to help you and your practice grow in the best way possible.

In this first part, Bill and Matt explore how you can get referrals without asking. Referencing Julie Littlechild’s research on the correlation between client satisfaction and referrals, Bill lays out several strategies to help you create engaged client relationships that will make clients want to refer you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • The three parts of the client relationship that create engaged clients
  • Why the biggest mistake is thinking getting referrals needs to take a long time
  • The importance of the value you provide and how you can start providing it quickly
  • Why it’s important to talk about expectations early on
  • The value in finding and sharing your ‘client-focused why’
  • And more!

Join Bill and Matt now to pick up some great tips and ideas to help you on your path to getting referrals without asking!

Resources: Referral Coach | Coach Cates | Bill Cates Speaking | Julie Littlechild

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