Tips to Make 2021 Consumer Behavior Work for You Who should listen: This episode is for brands and retailers wanting to be on the cutting edge of the hottest trending consumer behaviors of 2021. Key idea: For today’s consumers, “value” means far more than getting what you paid for. Action item: Consider and change,… Read more »
Ep. 246: 5 Consumer Trends That Are Rocking It in 2021
Ep. 504: Unmasking Imposter Syndrome—Confront Your Insecurity and Thrive
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Feeling like a fraud is ironically common among people who are legitimately successful, but that doesn’t mean the depressing effects of imposter syndrome are any less real for those doubting their achievements. It’s terribly ironic (and sad) that so many objectively successful people, including entrepreneurs, feel like their achievements aren’t the… Read more »
How Financial Advisors Can CONSISTENTLY Get Referrals and Recommendations
It seems odd, but there are some financial advisors and other financial professionals who are reluctant to ask for referrals. Whether they consider asking for a referral to be tacky, “sales-y,” or unprofessional; or they are shy about making the request; or they don’t want clones of their existing clients; or they are unsure about… Read more »
My Daily Routines (and Why I Do Them Without Fail)
As the cohost of the Stay Paid podcast, I get to have some awesome conversations with top producers from fields like real estate, financial services, and insurance. While no two paths to the top are identical, one thing a lot of these people have in common is discipline. They all have certain approaches and habits… Read more »
The Dos and Don’ts of Letter Writing
Updated August 2022 How to Write a Letter to Clients With all due respect to Ray Tomlinson, the purported inventor of email, email is to letter writing as video is to the radio star. With email’s speed, ease, and accessibility there’s little wonder as to why good old-fashioned pen and paper letter writing is something… Read more »
How to Share a YouTube Video with Your Clients
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. That’s just one of the reasons why high-quality video content can help you strengthen connections with your social media followers. Today on Put a Pin in It, Andrea Tremper shows you two easy ways to share a YouTube video with your clients on Facebook (and… Read more »
Top 12 Pet Blogs to Share with Your Clients
If you’re looking to earn more business from your existing clients, you need to brand yourself as an expert—the amazing resource who adds value to their lives, even when they aren’t paying you for the privilege. One of the best ways to do that is by offering awesome pet-related content on social media. The benefits… Read more »
How to Become the Local Expert Your Clients Want
Whether you’re a real estate agent, financial advisor, or any other service-based sales professional, your business will grow based on the strength of your relationships. Yes, you will need to be able to provide great service and great results—that’s a given. However, if you really want to see your business thrive, you need to establish… Read more »
How to Stick to Your Goals in 2020
It’s February as I write this. And, by now, most people have already failed at their New Year’s resolutions. That’s kind of a depressing fact. But don’t worry: all hope is not lost! You can get back on track—or stay on track—toward your goals, no matter what time of year it is. In this blog,… Read more »
Ep: 133: James Festini – How the King of Door-Knocking Is Pivoting During the Quarantine
James Festini has been a California-based real estate agent since 1993, and has continuously risen to the top of his market. He is the author of Dynamic Door Knocking, a book to help agents master this art of traditional communication in the modern world. On today’s episode of Stay Paid, James talks about his… Read more »
Ep. 140: Luke and Josh – 10 Ways to Connect with Your Clients in 10 Minutes
On this episode of Stay Paid, Luke and Josh sit down to discuss their best tips for connecting with clients effectively in the shortest amount of time. Key Points: You need to always be communicating with your clients, no matter the medium. Social media is a great platform to stay connected and show your… Read more »
Entrepreneurs: How Are You Measuring Your Progress?
If you think back to your school days, you likely remember the many ways in which teachers measured your progress—tests, report cards, mid-semester reviews, etc. There are often similar procedures in the business world, such as KPIs that must be hit, monthly check-ins, and annual performance reviews. However, if you’re in business for yourself, it… Read more »
