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Referrals, Social, and Events: A Modern Playbook for Growth with Abby Salameh



Referrals have always been the fastest and most predominant way that advisors have grown their business. But… it’s not the only way.

Abby Salameh, Chief Growth Officer at RFG Advisory, dives deep into what’s working right now when it comes to client acquisition for top-performing financial advisors.

Abby shares insights into four primary strategies her firm is using to drive growth: referrals, paid social events, and digital marketing. 

You’ll hear how RFG equips advisors with toolkits and systematized processes to make asking for referrals less awkward and more effective. She also highlights the importance of nurturing new connections through drip campaigns and personalized follow-up.

Bill and Abby also explore how paid social and digital campaigns are creating fresh opportunities, and why events – especially educational ones – remain a tried-and-true method for attracting new clients.

But that’s not all! Abby highlights RFG’s StrongHer Money initiative, designed to empower women investors and help advisors better connect with this fast-growing segment. 

Finally, Abby shares her vision for the future of the industry, emphasizing the rising importance of behavioral coaching and building genuine, trust-based client relationships.

Bill and Abby discuss: 

  • (04:15) Proven strategies for generating more client referrals and introductions
  • (13:01) The importance of behavioral finance and its role in client relationship building
  • (16:29) Leveraging paid social media to amplify your brand and reach new prospects
  • (22:50) Hosting successful client events and how they integrate with digital marketing
  • (29:48) RFG Advisory’s initiative to empower and attract women investors
  • …And more!

Plus, Abby shares a free growth guide packed with proven strategies used by advisors who are achieving 20%+ organic growth.

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About Abby Salameh:

Abby Salameh currently serves as RFG Advisory’s Chief Growth Officer. Ms. Salameh served as CAIS’ Chief Marketing Officer, where she headed the firm’s corporate and field marketing teams. Ms. Salameh has worked in the advisory industry for over 20 years: Before joining CAIS, she served as Hightower’s Chief Marketing Officer for two years taking the firm brand through a strategic rebrand in order to transform itself from a recruiter of ex-wirehouse advisors into a serial acquirer of RIAs.

Prior to that, Ms. Salameh was CMO at Private Advisor Group, a $20 billion RIA, where she spent six years creating top-line solutions for independent advisors. She has also previously held leadership positions at Fusion Advisor Network, where she successfully led the company’s sale to NFP, and was Head of Marketing for Institutional Services at TD Ameritrade and TD Waterhouse, where she was responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s marketing, advertising, conference and practice management initiatives. Ms. Salameh began her career at Sanford C. Bernstein before moving on to become a founding member of the team that launched InvestmentNews.

Ms. Salameh is a leader for the FSI Growth & Marketing Council, a member of the Invest in Others Marketing Council, a vetted industry speaker, and a regular volunteer at her local animal shelter. She holds an MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Hofstra University.


#85 Helping Clients Sleep Well at Night with Financial Planning with Pamela Sams



Does financial security keep you up at night?

In this episode, Referral Coach Bill Cates interviews Pamela Sams, founder of Jackson Sams Wealth Strategies. Discover how Pamela has harnessed the power of having a clear mission and target market to build a thriving community of advocates. With a focus on helping professional women secure their financial future so they can “sleep well at night,” Pamela shares the origin of her unique SWAN (Sleep Well At Night) philosophy. They also explore the journey of financial planning that turns financial “ugly ducklings” into confident “swans” and dig into how behavioral finance plays a pivotal role in guiding clients.

Pamela discusses: 

  • (03:11) Her journey into financial advising
  • (04:52) The inspiration and significance behind the SWAN story
  • (06:08) The process of building a community of advocates
  • (10:11) How behavioral finance benefits her clients
  • (17:03) The dynamics of having family members work in her practice
  • (25:55) Tools like “Unlock Your Money Blocks” and leveraging media for business growth
  • …And more!

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About GUEST:

For 19 years, Pamela has been helping women improve their personal and financial wealth through solid financial life planning. Pamela believes it is important to align your money decisions with what’s important in your life. She knows how to listen, engage in meaningful conversations with her clients to gain a better understanding of what is important to them, their goals and values. Pamela believes that financial planning is about a woman’s values not just their money.

Her education and training enable her to help clients successfully navigate through the myriad of personal and financial decisions they face during their lives. She assists them in working to attain a higher level of financial security through education, understanding and scenario planning. With this knowledge, she develops a customized approach for each client’s planning needs.

Pamela has become a strong voice in the area of personal finance for women. Her knowledge in this area has made her a sought-after speaker. She has been quoted in articles in various financial publications.

Throughout her financial services career, she has acquired several client service and financial planning awards. She has membership in the Million Dollar Roundtable (MDRT). Membership in MDRT is a highly recognized mark of excellence and limited to only the most successful in the financial services profession. This places Pamela among the top professionals in the global life insurance and financial services industry. Pamela was featured in the Women in Wealth section of Fortune Magazine November 2020 issue as a top Wealth Manager in the Washington DC metro area.


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Episode #73 3 Strategies for Success: Referrals, Target Marketing, and Celebrating Advocates with Yohance Harrison BFA™, CRPC®



Yohance Harrison has hit the trifecta for success. He’s focused on a clear and profitable target market. He’s getting a ton of right-fit referrals. And he’s identified and nurturing his advocates in a fun way.

He’s also become a master at bringing financial education to clients who think they already know it all. 

In this episode, Referral Coach Bill Cates interviews Yohance Harrison, Founder and CEO of Money Script Wealth Management, PLLC, about the journey from financial illiteracy to financial empowerment. Yohance shares his methods for educating clients, the importance of targeting a specific market, and his powerful approach to generating referrals by nurturing client relationships. 

You’ll learn actionable strategies for increasing client engagement and multiplying referrals by fostering strong connections and delivering compelling value.

Bill and Yohance discuss: 

  • Yohance’s transition from a financially troubled upbringing to a thriving financial advisor.
  • Insights into the behavioral finance concepts that shape client decisions, and how to address them.
  • How he shows his highly educated clients that they are financially illiterate.
  • The importance of a defined target market and methods to effectively serve it – including joining their associations.
  • Yohance’s successful “Kings and Queens” referral strategy and how to nurture and celebrate top advocates.
  • …And more!

 

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About Yohance Harrison:

Yohance Harrison is the Founder and CEO of Money Script Wealth Management, PLLC, he began his financial services career 25 years ago in Charlotte, NC. In 2004 he moved to Los Angeles to manage an office of advisors for a Fortune 500 firm. After a decade in corporate America, he departed from his leadership role to pursue his entrepreneurial desire to start his own firm. Yohance is passionate about financial literacy and provides financial education courses for colleges and organizations across the United States. He currently resides in Dallas, TX with his wife Alicia and their two children. Yohance holds a Series 65 & 66 Securities License, is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®), and is a Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA™). He also holds multiple board positions for other organizations across the country. Yohance is a contributor & speaker to the American College of Emergency Physicians, CV Roman Society, and is an SAEM Industry Advisory Council Member.