Elementality for Financial Advisors | Elements Financial Vitals System™

Jordan explores the concept of "solving for chaos" in financial advisory services. Drawing from his experience at Dentist Advisors, Jordan discusses how identifying and addressing financial chaos through organized, intentional processes can transform client relationships and deliver meaningful value.

Jordan dives into the fourth and final component of client perceived value: price. He explores why pricing isn't usually the real problem when clients object to costs, but rather a symptom of not effectively communicating value. Through personal experiences at Elements and as a financial advisor, Jordan demonstrates how understanding and confidently solving core client problems leads to natural price justification. This episode completes a four-part series examining the essential components of client perceived value: understanding the problem, providing the right solution, establishing trust, and justifying price.

Jordan discusses the third component of client-perceived value: people. In addition to building trust and confidence with prospects, a financial advisors objective is to generate certainty that you and your firm will apply your services to solve their problems. Jordan also discusses the importance of positioning you and your firm in the minds of prospects compared to other financial professionals.

Jordan explores how to help prospects understand how a financial advisor’s service can solve their core job to be done, rather than just treating symptoms. In this episode you’ll learn the importance of sequencing your service description after problem diagnosis, how to effectively position yourself in the minds of your prospects, and how to achieve service clarity through the three-ten framework.

Jordan explores the first of four components of customer perceived value: identifying and isolating the core problem⁠. Through relatable examples and personal experiences, Jordan discusses why understanding the fundamental problem, rather than just addressing symptoms, is crucial for clients to see the true value in financial services⁠.

In this episode, Jordan discusses the importance of orienting prospects to their financial situation. Specifically, he walks through the three questions he seeks to answer for prospects that help guide the conversation and address the things that prospects most commonly think about as it relates to their finances.

Discover how to make data gathering a more pleasant experience for potential clients. Learn why encouraging less precision can ease their anxiety. Find out how a short video can demystify the process. Explore the clever concept of the 'trojan horse' in data collection. Understand the importance of asking for less upfront to foster trust and comfort. Transforming this often dreaded stage into a positive interaction is key to building strong client relationships.

Jordan shares insights from his recent presentation at a dental conference where he introduced a unique approach to financial consulting inspired by Patrick Lencioni's book "Getting Naked". Rather than leading with firm credentials and services, Jordan demonstrates how starting with clarity about clients' current financial health and actively listening to their concerns creates more meaningful connections. The episode highlights how this consultative approach, combined with practical tools for assessing financial health, helped dentists better understand their current financial situation, even those who already had financial advisors.

Discover the delicate dance of client value perception in financial advising. Dive into how adding features can initially enhance value but may ultimately lead to complexity. Learn about a visual framework that uncovers the tipping point where added services plateau in effectiveness. The conversation emphasizes the need to sharpen focus on core value propositions that genuinely address client needs. It's all about striking the right balance for maximum satisfaction!

Jordan discusses key insights from the book "Demand Side Sales 101" by Bob Moesta, which challenges three common sales myths and introduces a fresh perspective on selling financial advice. The book emphasizes that sales aren't random but rather caused by specific struggling moments in clients' lives, and that people buy for their own reasons rather than being convinced by salespeople. Jordan illustrates how understanding these principles can transform how financial advisors approach and connect with potential clients.