EPISODE · Nov 7, 2024 · 16 MIN
What to do when it’s clear the client-advisor relationship is not a match
from MDRT Podcast · host MDRT Podcast
At some point, all advisors face the challenging situation of knowing that they aren’t the right person to work with a client. In this episode, MDRT members explain how they recognize the need for this delicate exchange, and how they handle it. You’ll hear from: Alessandro M. Forte, DipPFS, CSP Renee Hanson, CFP, CDFA Episode breakdown: 0:28 – Establishing expectations for client interactions 2:36 – Developing the skill of knowing when to walk away 4:33 – Having the hard conversation with clients about not being a good fit 6:25 – Identifying communication preferences to improve interpersonal dynamics 8:45 – Fostering positive outcomes while indicating that something isn’t working 13:31 – Determining if the advisor or the client will be making the rejection Listen to the monthly series, MDRT Presents: @mdrtpresents
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At some point, all advisors face the challenging situation of knowing that they aren’t the right person to work with a client. In this episode, MDRT members explain how they recognize the need for this delicate exchange, and how they handle it. You’ll hear from: Alessandro M. Forte, DipPFS, CSP Renee Hanson, CFP, CDFA Episode breakdown: 0:28 – Establishing expectations for client interactions 2:36 – Developing the skill of knowing when to walk away 4:33 – Having the hard conversation with clients about not being a good fit 6:25 – Identifying communication preferences to improve interpersonal dynamics 8:45 – Fostering positive outcomes while indicating that something isn’t working 13:31 – Determining if the advisor or the client will be making the rejection Listen to the monthly series, MDRT Presents: @mdrtpresents
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