POLL: Advisers, what do you wear to client meetings?

I just listened to the latest episode of the Upfront podcast where financial adviser and host Emmanuel Asuquo chats with personal branding expert Jennifer Holloway. It was a fascinating discussion...

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mat.tenison3

Advisely Board

2 years ago

Hi Rainier, funny enough I agree with Deb and Jenny! I started in the suit and tie band and over the years switched to polo and chinos. We've got branded polos also. Feel's much more relatable for our typical demographics. As per Jenny's comment about Collins Street Advisers, I think if you were based in a CBD dealing with professionals coming from their office regularly, then maybe the suit and tie is the go, however if that's not your clientele then it's probably only going to intimidate a lot of clients.

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