October 6, 2014 / by Don Connelly / Prospecting / 0 comments
I’m going to make a few comments about referrals. First of all, calling strangers, having to meet strangers, knocking on doors, that’s God’s revenge for not getting referrals.
Secondly, if you don’t ask, you’re not going to get them.
And thirdly, if you’re having trouble asking, let me tell you why. There’s a good chance you’re thinking too much about yourself. You’re saying to yourself ‘Am I begging here? Am I getting red in the face? Am I embarrassing myself by doing this?’
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Financial Advisors Tips: How to Get Referrals
January 22, 2015 / by Don Connelly / Don Guest Authoring at..., Prospecting / 3 comments
A wag once noted that having to call or introduce yourself to strangers is God’s revenge for not getting referrals. The reality is that every time you open a new account, you’ve lost your best prospect. Referrals are essential, yet asking for them makes most Advisors uncomfortable.
Allow me to offer two suggestions.
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How to Ask for Referrals
October 6, 2014 / by Don Connelly / Prospecting / 0 comments
I’m going to make a few comments about referrals. First of all, calling strangers, having to meet strangers, knocking on doors, that’s God’s revenge for not getting referrals.
Secondly, if you don’t ask, you’re not going to get them.
And thirdly, if you’re having trouble asking, let me tell you why. There’s a good chance you’re thinking too much about yourself. You’re saying to yourself ‘Am I begging here? Am I getting red in the face? Am I embarrassing myself by doing this?’
Read more