Contestants on the show “Shark Tank” face enormous pressure. They have one shot to convince the sharks to invest in their business. That pitch is the difference between gaining tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars or walking away empty-handed. Not only does it make for riveting television, but it also provides a barometer… Read more »
How to Develop a Sales Pitch that is Worthy of “Shark Tank”
How to Build Rapport and Create Relationships
When it comes to setting yourself up for long-term success, the key is building relationships that result in more repeat business and referrals. But how do you create those kinds of relationships in the first place? In order to connect with a customer in a lasting way, you need to start by establishing rapport. What… Read more »
Celebrate Childhood with ALM67
Connecting with your recipients has never felt so nostalgic. With Issue 67 of American Lifestyle magazine, you’ll inspire their inner child by sharing your support for the creative arts and Pediatric Cancer Research at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Skip the Mantel The Children’s Edition hits homes right in the heart of the season for giving, and… Read more »
Which Types of Facebook Ads Should You Be Running?
When you’re looking to attract new leads and drive more sales on Facebook, there are few things more effective than a targeted ad campaign. Luckily, there’s no shortage of options for connecting with the audience of your choosing. Though your individual results will ultimately depend on a number of different factors, you can increase your… Read more »
The 4 Pillars of a Great Leader
What makes a great leader? As someone who strives every day to be the best leader possible, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about this. And I’ve come to the conclusion there are four things that make a leader truly great. 1. A great leader sets the vision. As Stephen Covey says in The… Read more »
How to Survive the Attack of the Robo-Advisors
Automation has been a popular topic as of late, with the concern that many jobs currently occupied by actual humans will become obsolete as technology advances. Those who work in the financial services industry certainly aren’t immune to the threat of automation. In fact, there are already a number of popular apps and websites meant… Read more »
Get to Know Your Clients with the FORD Method
Solid client relationships are the key to your long-term success. If you need proof, consider that acquiring a new client costs far more than retaining an existing client—anywhere between 5% and 20% more. Just four years ago, in 2020, CallMiner reported that customer churn cost US businesses $168 billion per year—an amount that has only… Read more »
Should You Choose a Personal or Business Profile on Instagram?
With over one billion monthly users and an estimated 71 percent of businesses using the platform, a viable Instagram presence is a must for any sales professional looking to make an impact. If you’ve got a business page on Facebook, you’re already aware that it has a starkly different appearance than your personal profile. But,… Read more »
4 List Building Tips for New Financial Advisors
If you’re a financial advisor, your long-term success depends on your ability to attract and retain clients. First of all, you need to be able to make the investment decisions that will benefit your clients both now and in the long run. But you also need to be able to build and maintain relationships—a skill… Read more »
How to Be Patient and Close More Deals
Whether this is your first contact with your prospect or your fifteenth, it can be difficult when you realize the other party isn’t quite as eager to buy as you are to sell. This doesn’t mean you should simply accept that the sale won’t happen—at ReminderMedia, we’re big proponents of the One-Call-Close Mentality. On the… Read more »
How to List a Difficult Property
In the real estate business, there are some homes that, as the saying goes, practically sell themselves. These are the homes that have been well maintained, are in a desirable neighborhood, and are generally what people refer to as their dream homes. Then there are those that are, well… not dream homes. These are the problem… Read more »
New Additions to Our Tear Out Card Library
We’ve got exciting news for senders of American Lifestyle magazine. ReminderMedia has partnered with three great organizations to make new additions to our For a Cause Tear Out Card category. Platinum subscribers can now show their support for the ASPCA, HopeFULL, and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia by customizing their Tear Out Cards in their… Read more »
