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The Risk-Taking Optimist

By Hugh Massie ⋅ September 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Naturally daring and courageous people will be “Risk Taking Optimists” who are prepared to take opportunities but may take unnecessary risks at times.

Know Your Client

By Malcolm ⋅ August 31, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

In our conversations with service providers we regularly ask our clients: “How well do you know your clients?” On many occasions the typical response is “I know my clients pretty well– they’ve been with us for ‘x’ years”. In our experience that retort is not always the response of the service provider’s clients.
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A Process for Building Your Quality Life

By Hugh Massie ⋅ August 17, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Currently, there is an increasing trend toward people searching to find greater meaning in their lives. Gradually, more and more people are having the courage to do it and not just talk about it. But it can be difficult to understand the steps that need to be taken to find more meaning without a plan, and understanding where you are ‘now’ and what needs to be done to reach your quality life goals.

The Team Adapts to Different Communication Styles

By Hugh Massie ⋅ August 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This post is part 7 of our 8 part series on increasing Client Engagement from our Client Relationship Performance in the New Behavioral Economy White Paper. The insights will demonstrate in practical terms how to apply predictive behavioral insights to tailor client communication [...]

Whole Brain Business Plan

By Peggy Mengel ⋅ August 2, 2011 ⋅ One comment

I recently read an article, “The Success Formula”, that talked about the future direction of businesses. Here’s an interesting trend: hiring people not because they fit in a “box-like” job description, but because they have the skills and talents that matches the company’s mission and vision.

Behavioral Insight 6: Re-Framing Information Based on Learning Styles

By Hugh Massie ⋅ July 6, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

The difference between what the advisor said and what the client heard will be attributable to the behavioral lens of each. The communication of products and solutions must be adapted based on different learning styles.

Financial Personality Under Pressure

By Hugh Massie ⋅ June 16, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Hugh Massie of DNA Behavior International talks with AdvisorTV and Financial Planning Magazine about the predictability of investor decision making.

Specific Communication Keys for Each Style

By Hugh Massie ⋅ June 10, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments

Imagine a telephone call coming in for your team. What if you could automatically know which team member should pick it up, how to communicate with the client, and how to manage the work flow and even product or solution offerings? This really is the “Ideal Advisory Business.”

Building Relationships

By Hugh Massie ⋅ June 1, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

When it comes to building meaningful and successful relationships with your family, friends, colleagues and clients, effective communication is foundational.

Increasing Client Engagement Around the World

By Hugh Massie ⋅ May 25, 2011 ⋅ One comment

In the past 12 months, the Communication DNA Profile has been completed in 47 countries worldwide – including Germany, Romania, Russia, Mexico, Singapore, Hong Kong, Brazil, India and China.

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