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In this Swift Chat video / podcast conversation, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, Inc. speaks with Haleh Moddasser of Stearns Financial Group. The two talk about Haleh's new podcast "Women On Top with Haleh Moddasser," Haleh's two books (one on gray divorce and one on ESG investing), and how Haleh sees the role of women in creating social change through the power of the purse and their investment decisions.
We can all think of people in our lives who are smart as the dickens but they seem to lack emotional intelligence. They don’t seem to understand that tone matters, that body language and facial expression matters, that words matter. It’s not always what they say but how they say it – and when – that seems a bit ham-handed.
In the study we conducted in 2020, Impact Communications found that when it comes to reassuring clients during turbulent times, “I care” communications are way more important than “I know” communications. Of course, communicating effectively was not easy during the worst parts of 2020 and the dog years of 2021.
So, how do you master even the toughest of conversations? This article will dive deeper into the topic. You will also find links to resources and ideas for becoming more resilient yourself as a "first responder" of sorts. Being quoted by a respected journalist in a prestigious publication can differentiate you from other financial planners who may not make the grade as the outlet’s vetting process unfolds. When you are seen as a source in media articles, the perception is that you are a more credible expert than a competitor who is not regularly quoted. Plus, being seen on a high-ranking website can significantly improve SEO (search engine optimization) factors for your firm and make you more visible online. How do you endear yourself to a journalist so that you are more apt to hear from them again in the future?
Investor trust in 2021 is stuck at the low levels of 2009. It is in the basement of occupational trust levels, just above car salespeople, according to Gallup. According to Knut Rostad, co-founder and president of the Institute for Fiduciary Standards, in his opinion piece published by Advisor Perspectives:
Impact Communications founder and CEO, Marie Swift, shared with RIABiz reporter, Lisa Shidler, the personal considerations she uses for assessing whether she will or will not travel to conferences and business meetings this fall. Impact Communications does not have a company mandate for staff travel, as every team member is allowed to think through the options and make their own personal determinations. This is an interesting article with lots of nuance. Read the full article by Lisa Shidler in RIABiz.
Marie also provided comments to InvestmentNews reporter Jeff Benjamin. Read Jeff's article for helpful thoughts from Marie and other people interviewed. Read on to see Marie's full comments as submitted to the publications.
In this Swift Chat video interview, Jonny Swift of Impact Communications speaks with Angel Gonzalez, Chief Marketing Office and Co-Founder of Snappy Kraken, a marketing automation and growth platform for financial services professionals. You will learn about what's working for advisors today when it comes to digital marketing and what trends we are seeing on the horizon for advisors who want to stand out.
In this Swift Chat video conversation, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, Inc., speaks with Chris Manker of NEXA Insights, LLC.
How can financial advisors and their firms use client feedback to empower their people, inform their marketing strategy, improve client communications, solidify client relationships, uncover potential referrals and business growth opportunities while also identifying "clients at risk"? When Financial Advisor magazine asked for my perspective regarding a recent social media hailstorm, I was happy to provide a few comments.
As is normally the case whenever any of us submit comments, we should never expect everything to be included -- but we do need to provide enough context for the reporters to understand our position and, most importantly, to provide a few "quotable quotes" that are simply too good not to use. In this Swift Chat video conversation, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, Inc. (Impact), speaks with Claire Akin of Indigo Marketing Agency (Indigo). While Impact and Indigo both offer content creation and social media / digital marketing solutions for independent financial advisors, the firms have different strengths and philosophies -- in fact, Impact and Indigo may even cross-refer depending on their initial assessment with the advisory firm. See if you can spot the differences in this fun and interesting conversation.
What's the state of business travel, you ask? This article from Associated Press writer David Koenig quotes Impact Communications' CEO Marie Swift.
In this Swift Chat video conversation, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, Inc., speaks with Ariel Acuna, creator of The Aqueduct Strategy. This top-performing investment strategy is available to RIAs on the Fidelity Separate Account Network.
Ariel, who has worked with his own clientele as a financial advisor for nearly 30 years, created The Aqueduct Strategy -- which has, according to the Informa Zephyr data available via the Fidelity Separate Account Network, outperformed the past 10 years. RIAs on the Fidelity platform can access The Aqueduct Strategy data by logging in here: www.TinyURL.com/AqueductStrategybyLTGCapital Impact Communications, Inc., a full-service marketing and PR firm that works exclusively with independent financial advisors and allied institutions such as custodians, independent broker/dealers, consulting companies and fintech firms, today announced that they have been recognized as a Top Digital Marketing Agency in Kansas City by DesignRush, a B2B marketplace that connects brands with professional full-service agencies, web design companies, digital marketing firms, and top technology companies.
In this Swift Chat video conversation, I speak with Marwa Zakharia, CEO of AssetBook, and Matt Sonnen, CEO of PFI Advisors. Marwa, Matt and I have so many common interests -- and you'll learn all about them and pick up some golden nuggets to help you run a better financial advisory business in this 3-person Swift Chat.
In this Swift Chat video conversation, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, Inc., speaks with Preston D. Cherry, Ph.D., CFP®, of Concurrent Financial Planning, LLC. Dr. Cherry is also Assistant Professor of Finance & Personal Financial Planning in the School of Business at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay. Preston shares his backstory and why he chose to establish Concurrent as an independent, virtual financial planning firm that serves individuals, families, and business owners nationwide. They are guided by the core principle of the fiduciary standard, which is to always put client interests first.
He also talks about his work at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay and how he is a product of the Texas Tech (Lubbock, Texas) PFP curriculum made famous by industry luminaries Deena Katz and Harold Evensky. Preston is also working on a book so we learn more about Statements and story listening, household hysterics, and other fun facts about Preston and his life, mission, and focus. Learn more about Dr. Cherry: www.ConcurrentFP.com
2020 was certainly a tough year, for so many people. No one was immune. Everyone had concerns. But here at Impact Communications, the firm I founded 28 years ago, we are grateful for the lessons learned, the problems solved, and the families we fed. We are tighter as a team, stronger as individuals, and more grounded than ever before. At Impact Communications, one of our hallmark phrases is "dedicated, discerning, driven." That certainly was the case for Team Impact, only doubly so in 2020 right up til now, May 2021.
Now that the vaccines are working and travel is more safe, we are excited about the prospect of seeing old friends and new at industry conferences this fall. Please look for us, say hello, and let's compare notes. So far we are slated to be at:
In this Swift Chat video interview, Jonny Swift of Impact Communications speaks with Sam Brownell, CVA, CFA, Founder of Stratus Wealth Advisors, a financial planning and wealth management firm that specializes in succession planning and helping independent business owners maximize the value of their business.
Watch this 20:23 minute video, recorded in May of 2021, to learn about how successful business owners have actually survived and thrived throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and how they've had to pivot to meet new challenges. John Enright and Michael Palumbos Reveal Their Business Secrets in Swift Chat Video Interview4/9/2021
In this Swift Chat video conversation, Marie Swift speaks with John Enright and Michael Palumbos of Custom Wealth Advisor Network (CWAN). The topic: How John and Mike use a proven process to be more productive, profitable, and powerful when it comes to attracting the right kinds of clients. John had his best year yet in 2020 and Mike also had one of his best years ever. This video reveals their secrets.
Swift Chat with Tim Wyman and Matt Trujillo: Succession Planning Tips for Financial Advisors4/6/2021
Impact Communications, speaks with Tim Wyman, CFP, JD, and Matt Trujillo, CFP, partners, Center for Financial Planning, Inc. They talk about internal succession planning for financial advisors and how the 35-year-old firm creates career paths and partnership opportunities for next generation talent. They also offer "tuck-in" opportunities for advisors with an established book of business who are tired of working on their own and would like to be a part of something bigger.
Watch this 25:38 minute video to learn about this client-centered financial planning firm. To learn more about the firm, please visit: CenterFinPlan.com
In this Swift Chat video interview, Marie Swift of Impact Communications, speaks with Mark Pearson, Founder, President and Chief Investment Officer of Nepsis, Inc., a financial services firm driven to provide the power of clarity to the individual investor so that they can accomplish their investment and planning goals.
Watch this 13:07 minute video, recorded January 28, 2021, to learn about the Nepsis investment philosophy and how Mark and his team manage money for their clients. To learn more about Mark Pearson and Nepsis, Inc. please visit, InvestWithClarity.com
Financial advisor Meredith Moore of Artisan Financial Strategies shares her backstory -- and how she has built a successful financial advisory firm that serves a loyal clientele in Atlanta. It hasn't always been easy but her grit and determination, coupled with a strong support system and good mental framework, have helped her navigate the waters, weather the storms and reach new shores. Meredith provides an array of tips and insights that any business owner can use to leapfrog the competition. Her story of overcoming adversity -- and not just surviving but thriving -- is inspiring.
Content is King (and Queen) - Here's How to Do It Right: Swift Chat with Veriday's Chris Lamoureux1/28/2021
In this Swift Chat video conversation, I speak with Veriday's CCO Chris Lamoureux. The topic: Content and how producing good content builds trust and leads to business growth.
Chris and I share a formula for getting started if you haven't already jumped on the Content bandwagon. We also discuss how to produce a steady stream of good content that can help financial advisors and financial services brands stand out from the competition -- and ways to scale content creation when the advisor or firm is ready to ramp up. 
To say the nation is on pins and needles right now might actually be an understatement. This is why I asked Dr. Daniel Crosby to give us some quick tips on understanding why people act as they do -- and why we may be feeling such a swing of emotions right now.
With the Presidential inauguration set for Wednesday this upcoming week, January 20th, and given the disturbing violence on Capitol Hill last week -- plus everything else going on with the ongoing pandemic and challenges/concerns -- it is sometimes hard for even the most stoic of us (that would be me) to focus on family and business as usual. What can we do? How can we cope with all the uncertainty and concerns swirling around and amplified by the availability of 24/7 news coverage and the endless stream of upsetting content on social media ? As business owners, we start another New Year full of possibility and hope. Most of us have probably already hit the ground running, focusing on accomplishing great things. We can increase our chances of success and growth, by setting our objectives and creating measurable goals to develop a robust plan that attracts the right clients and brings in new business. Peg your success in 2021 to the 3M’s and a robust marketing plan.
Here are some of the objectives many top financial advisors have included in their 2021 marketing plan: Financial advisors everywhere are celebrating the new SEC guidelines related to marketing communications. Ho, ho, ho and Happy New Year to all who have been asking for these updates - myself included. Sneaking in right after Christmas and just before a change of administration, the SEC has announced an important rule change that affects all financial advisors. In particular, the SEC has updated a rule that has not been touched in decades and was increasingly out of touch with reality. The change has to do with marketing communications, particularly those through Internet channels.
Sam Brownell, CFA, of Stratus Wealth Advisors, Robert Sofia of Snappy Kraken, and I (Marie Swift) provided comments for Ryan Neal, a reporter at Financial Planning magazine, but not all of them made it into that article so I am including the full comments from the three of us here on my blog because I think these are important distinctions. I'll also include a summary of the new rules below. |
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