Tag: Client Engagement

The Power of Investing in Client Experience with John Prendergast (Ep. 21)

The Power of Investing in Client Experience with John Prendergast (Ep. 21)

Advisors often focus on attracting new clients, but the real magic lies in creating lasting relationships through exceptional experiences. Are you treating your clients like “raving fans”? In this episode of the Full Advisor Coaching Podcast, Kristin Harad, alongside her guest John Prendergast, co-founder and CEO of Blueleaf, get excited about the power that comes from focusing on client engagement and satisfaction.  John shares insights on tackling the common challenge that many advisors face—the reluctance to run their business at the expense of client relationships—by employing strategic automation and personalized touchpoints that deepen client engagement and free up valuable time.

Kristin and John discuss:

  • The significance of implementing a “Netflix playbook” for a superior client experience
  • Understanding the role of automated client engagement in boosting your practice
  • Exploring the consequences of passive versus active client communication
  • The importance of transparent service updates in cultivating trust and loyalty
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

John Prendergast is a co-founder of Blueleaf Wealth and is an active startup advisor. He has served as a board member and advisor for venture-backed and bootstrapped companies and has guided them to increased valuations and successful exits for their teams and investors. He is also an experienced entrepreneur and senior executive. His background in banking and wealth management has shaped the vision for Blueleaf.

The Story Your Data Tells with Erica Pauly (Ep. 20)

The Story Your Data Tells with Erica Pauly (Ep. 20)

Tracking and learning from data might seem intimidating, but it holds the insights that can propel your growth.  

What if instead of fearing it, you looked at the story your data tells? 

In this episode of Full Advisor Coaching, Kristin Harad sits down with Erica Pauly, founder of Track That Advisor, to explore how understanding and leveraging measurements can help you achieve your goals. With a focus on growth strategies for financial advisors, Erica reveals how to make tracking fun and valuable, digging into the metrics that matter and how they can help you create version 2.0 of your RIA.

Discover how to be the protagonist in your data story and harness the power of numbers to inform your business development efforts, increase efficiency, and enhance your client experience.

Kristin and Erica discuss: 

  • Measurements such as stick rates, close rates, and average case sizes 
  • The importance of follow-up and how timely communication shifts the outcome of the prospect story
  • Defining who a qualified lead is to ensure effective use of marketing resources, especially across teams
  • Strategies for engaging existing clients and generating revenue through client referrals
  • How to use data to make informed decisions about hiring, marketing, and pricing
  • And more!

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About our Guest: 

Erica Pauly graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Rhetoric and Composition. She is an avid runner who enjoys running half marathons and the occasional full marathon. She resides in Gilbert, AZ with her husband (Brent) of 15 years, son (Triston), and daughters (Fiona and Eden).

When she’s not staring at and analyzing data sheets, she can be found outside while homeschooling her three children. She believes that nature and literature are the best teachers of all and that play, wonder, and curiosity are the baseline to growth understanding, problem-solving, and work ethic (after all, that’s how Track That Advisor began in the first place…a healthy dose of wonder and curiosity). The Paulys are active members of their local church and have a huge heart for missions, both overseas and local.

Part 2: Conquer LinkedIn – a Guide for Financial Advisors (Ep. 15)

Part 2: Conquer LinkedIn – a Guide for Financial Advisors (Ep. 15)

Welcome back to the Full Advisor Coaching Podcast with Kristin Harad! This is Part 2 of our LinkedIn series, where you’ll learn more advanced LinkedIn marketing strategies designed for financial advisors. 

If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and give it a listen. 

Tune in to learn how to make the most of LinkedIn’s features, boost your outreach, build stronger connections, and ultimately grow your business.

Key Highlights:

  • Strategic Profile Setup: Get reminded about the importance of a compelling LinkedIn profile that establishes credibility and attracts your target audience
  • Effective Outreach: Discover personalized outreach strategies that build genuine connections rather than just making sales pitches
  • Content Sharing Tips: Find out how to keep your network engaged with valuable and insightful content
  • Utilize Sales Navigator: Decide if Sales Navigator is right for you to reach specific professionals with targeted searches
  • Connection Protocol: Learn when to say “yes” to a connection and when to ignore.  Plus, find out who you may want to invite to your network. 
  • Newer LinkedIn Features: Explore LinkedIn Live Events and Newsletters to encourage real-time engagement and maintain regular communication
  • Transitioning Connections: Learn why and how to move your LinkedIn connections to your business platforms for more controlled and effective communication

For further insights and resources, subscribe to the Full Advisor Coaching podcast and share it with your network to spread valuable knowledge within the financial advisor community.

 

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Part 1: Conquer LinkedIn – a Guide for Financial Advisors (Ep. 14)

Part 1: Conquer LinkedIn – a Guide for Financial Advisors (Ep. 14)

Can LinkedIn actually help you level-up your RIA business?

Tune in to the Full Advisor Coaching Podcast as Kristin Harad reveals strategies to optimize your LinkedIn presence, enhance engagement, and grow your advisory business. 

Kristin answers some of the top questions RIA’s ask about LinkedIn and discusses the power of setting up a compelling profile, the importance of professional imagery, and the nuances of content sharing that can make a difference. 

Key Highlights:

  • Professional Profile & Company Page: Establish credibility with well-crafted personal and company pages, professional photos, and visually appealing banners
  • Engagement Tactics: Use the tool as intended to engage with your network through posts, comments, and likes. Plus, hear real-life examples of profile success
  • Personal Branding: Highlight the value you bring and showcase your personality in your profile headline and “About” section
  • Content Strategy: Enhance visibility with blog posts, articles, and videos. Learn about optimal posting times and scheduling tools
  • Video and Content Tips: Ensure accessibility with captions. Balance core content with spontaneous, personal posts
  • Elevating Your Network: Deepen relationships by celebrating others’ achievements & share curated articles with personal commentary
  • Advanced Strategies: Stay tuned for advanced LinkedIn strategies, prospecting, and lead generation in Part 2

 

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Claim Your New Stake: A Peek Into the V2 Leaders Experience (Ep. 11)

Claim Your New Stake: A Peek Into the V2 Leaders Experience (Ep. 11)

Are you struggling to find clarity as you develop Version 2.0 of your RIA? 

Understanding where to direct your energy and resources to achieve your business goals while also living a fulfilling life outside of work can feel nearly impossible. 

Join Kristin Harad in her latest podcast episode as she shares input from “Full Advisors” who are actively engaged in the flagship Full Advisor V2 Leaders program.  Designed for growth-minded RIA Leaders who are building their RIA Version 2.0, this coaching offering will kick off its next cohort in July, 2024. To help demystify the experience, Kristin lets you peek behind the curtain of the program. You’ll hear what current participants have to say about their progress and decide for yourself if you’re ready to jump in!  

Key Highlights:

  • Strategic Leadership Development: V2 Leader participants share feedback on what it takes to be successful in this program, along with the benefits of having other RIA leaders on the journey with them.  
  • Finding Clarity: Kristin outlines the process she takes RIA Leaders through to help them zero in on what efforts to pursue.  
  • Growth and Accountability: Learn about the program’s comprehensive support through group calls, individual sessions, and accountability meetings for leaders and their team. 
  • Balancing Professional and Personal Life: Kristin shares the”non-negotiables” that program participants put in place to foster work-life balance.
  • Positive Feedback and Continuous Improvement: Listen to how participant feedback drives the program’s commitment to proactive engagement and ongoing improvement,
  • And much more!

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Why You Don’t Have To Be Perfect To Grow Your RIA (Ep. 9)

Why You Don’t Have To Be Perfect To Grow Your RIA (Ep. 9)

Can embracing imperfection be the key to your success in growing your RIA?

Tune in to the Full Advisor Coaching Podcast with Kristin Harad for a compelling exploration of the ‘perfection paradox’ in the financial advice industry. In this episode, Kristin shares how striving for unattainable perfection can impede effective action in areas like niche marketing, content marketing, and SEO. Kristin’s insights offer a practical approach to overcome these challenges and enhance client communication.

Key Highlights:

  • The Perfection Paradox: Kristin shares a personal story that underscores the pressure advisors feel in delivering quality advice while learning how to let go of perfection tendencies.  
  • Action Over Perfection in Content Creation: Discover the value of Seth Godin’s philosophy about prioritizing action over perfection in marketing
  • Balancing Perfection and Practicality: Learn about the ‘implementation gray zone,’ a middle path that emphasizes progress and practical action over perfection
  • Incremental Progress Inspired by Atomic Habits: This segment, inspired by James Clear’s work, discusses the benefits of small, consistent improvements in marketing strategies
  • Quality vs. Perfection in Content Strategy: Explore strategies for developing quality content that’s effective yet not hindered by the quest for perfection
  • Embracing Feedback and Adaptability: Understand the crucial role of feedback and the need for adaptability in client relations for authentic communication
  • And much more!

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