February 6, 2017 / by Don Connelly / Marketing Yourself / 0 comments
You, like many other advisors, may feel you work in a highly competitive environment where the competition is trying to outmaneuver you every step of the way. In reality, however this isn’t the case. As is true of any profession, most of your competitors are not fully engaged on most days. They show up for work each day unmotivated or with an ambivalent attitude. If you, unlike other advisors, develop superb soft skills, have a great work ethic, and exude positivity – you’ve already beaten the competition hands down.
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Three Things Elite Advisors Love That Average Advisors Fear
November 4, 2019 / by Don Connelly / Best Practices / 0 comments
Average Advisors get held back by letting their fear of performing certain essential tasks take control. Elite Advisors on the other hand have learned that with practice and perseverance it’s possible to actively embrace previously daunting tasks.
Here are three challenging aspects of their job that Elite Advisors are keen to take on, thus guaranteeing their success.
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4 Fears Prospecting Can Eliminate for You
January 1, 2018 / by Don Connelly / Prospecting / 0 comments
Prospecting is the backbone of your business. Nothing happens until you get yourself in front of potential clients – which is why the most successful advisors are generally those who regularly prospect right through their careers.
The more you prospect, the more proficient you will become and the more business you will secure. The act of prospecting also empowers you and helps you to overcome your fears.
Here are four such fears that prospecting can eliminate for you.
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You Don’t Have to Fear The Competition
February 6, 2017 / by Don Connelly / Marketing Yourself / 0 comments
You, like many other advisors, may feel you work in a highly competitive environment where the competition is trying to outmaneuver you every step of the way. In reality, however this isn’t the case. As is true of any profession, most of your competitors are not fully engaged on most days. They show up for work each day unmotivated or with an ambivalent attitude. If you, unlike other advisors, develop superb soft skills, have a great work ethic, and exude positivity – you’ve already beaten the competition hands down.
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