by Michael Roby | Jul 31, 2011 | Uncategorized
Today’s kids just aren’t motivated. We have spoiled and coddled them. They don’t have drive, and can’t deal with competition. Yeah, right. Yesterday Missy Franklin put an exclamation point on her first world swimming championships in Shanghai. She won five medals in all — two golds and a silver in relays as well as a […]
Read More by Michael Roby | Jul 27, 2011 | Uncategorized
Wholesaler utilization continues to be a never-ending topic of discussion. Professional advisors seek new ways to partner with quality wholesalers and wholesaling companies, and the wholesalers also look for ways to differentiate themselves. There are a number of successful strategies for wholesaler utilization, including “5/60 Events (TM).” A wholesaler comes to you with an idea […]
Read More by Michael Roby | Jul 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
This is a series of ten major faux pas’ made by wholesalers, ideas on how to correct them, and suggestions for advisors on how to deal with wholesalers who make these mistakes. #1 Poor Defining Statement Most wholesalers cannot tell you what they do. When asked, wholesalers tend to say one of two things: “I’m […]
Read More by Michael Roby | Jul 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
Client reviews are sometimes difficult to schedule. The client says something like, “Well, no need to get together. We are happy where we are.” We assume that means they are “satisfied” – and we are right. However, satisfied clients are not necessarily loyal clients. Maybe we need to examine our review process. Maybe, just maybe, […]
Read More by Michael Roby | Jun 15, 2011 | Uncategorized
At this time, flood-waters continue to savage North Dakota. Some of the communities affected include Fargo, Minot, Mandan, Williston, and Bismarck. These communities, and others are being challenged as never before . Bismarck is the home of Investment Centers of America (ICA), and they have offices in all of these cities. Several ICA employees face […]
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