Ep. 59: Top 4 Stay Paid Sales Episodes

As anyone who’s done it knows, there’s no shortcut to becoming a great salesperson. It takes plenty of real world experience, not to mention the guidance of seasoned veterans who’ve spent years honing their craft.  This special “best of” episode of Stay Paid highlights some of the most useful pieces of expertise shared on… Read more »


How to Build an Effective Contact Database in Under 5 Minutes

In business, implementing a contact management system into your routine can do wonders. By doing so, you’ll have a single resource to house all of your contact information to help you easily segment your list and prioritize your marketing efforts. In today’s episode of Above the Noise, Jessi provides three tips to help you create… Read more »


Networking Tips and Tricks for New Financial Advisors

Networking is the name of the game in any industry for moving up. If you’re a rookie in the finance world, honing those people skills is key to developing long-lasting professional relationships. Take note of these networking tips and tricks that are sure to bring you one step closer to success.  Listen more, talk less… Read more »


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Why Financial Planning Apps Are No Replacement for a Professional

What financial advisors should be saying about financial apps The level of trust we have for apps in the modern world is virtually unprecedented. We even trust apps with our money. Which is why it probably doesn’t come as a surprise that people, especially young people entering the workforce, are turning to their phones for… Read more »


Working with a Confused Client

The financial world can be tricky to navigate. It’s notoriously complex, and for the average investor (especially those who are just getting their feet wet) sitting down with a professional can bring about a lot of anxieties. As an advisor, it’s your job to help ease some of those fears and explain things in a… Read more »


Don’t Let Negative Customer Testimonials Damage Your Reputation

You’ve been working with a client for months, and you’ve finally closed a deal with them. After dedicating your time and energy to making sure they have the best experience possible, you ask them to leave you a nice review so that prospects may be more willing to work with you. To you, the process… Read more »


How to Leverage Social Media for Testimonials

Testimonials are the backbone of an industry. Knowing how to ask for a review without sounding like a burden can do wonders for your business. In today’s episode of Above the Noise, Andrea provides three tips to help you utilize social media to capture testimonials. Video Transcription A good testimonial has the power to turn… Read more »


The Best Realtor® Closing Gifts for Buyers

Ideally, you want a truly unique, high-quality, well-appreciated, personal closing gift that won’t break the bank and has the added benefit of consistently keeping you top of mind for referrals and repeat business. In an industry such as real estate, where nurturing and managing customer relationships is a main driver of new, repeat, and referral… Read more »