nextAdvisor: Your toolkit for becoming a lifetime income influencer
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Unlocking the power of social media
Social media has become an essential tool for retirement plan advisors. As more Americans become comfortable with financial planning content on social media, advisors have used it to help grow their practices and stand out from the crowd.
Connecting with clients and prospects about the importance of lifetime income solutions requires a multi-pronged outreach approach–and social media is a vital component of an advisors' marketing strategy. Learn valuable social media strategies from leading retirement plan advisors.
79%
of U.S. millennials or Gen Z'ers have gotten financial advice from social media1
85%
of advisors use LinkedIn as a marketing tool2
92%
of advisors who use social media for business purposes report that it has helped them get new clients3
Six key social media platforms to leverage
| TikTok | X (formerly Twitter) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where the pros go A professional branding tool, LinkedIn profiles showcase users' expertise, achievements and professional journey Advisors can connect with businesses' decision-makers in a professional setting by sponsoring content delivered to their target audience |
Wide appeal The most widely used social media platform, Facebook enables individuals and businesses to connect on a broad scale Advisors can reach a wide range of demographics, including Gen X'ers who use Facebook more than other social media platforms |
Visual storytelling Instagram is ideal for sharing visual content that can help humanize a company's brand Advisors can provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their work, share client success stories or discuss complex topics in a visually appealing way |
Short videos, big impact The fastest growing social media platform, more companies are seeing the benefits of TikTok's short video format Advisors can create and deliver informative videos that resonate with younger users, such as tips on saving, investing or budgeting |
News and networking X users stay updated on news and events, connect with friends and follow influencers and celebrities Advisors can share quick insights, provide links to longer content or comment on industry trends to keep followers informed |
Community conversations Reddit provides users with a forum to ask questions and have open conversations about many topics. Advisors can use it to keep their fingers on the pulse and get their name out there in an authentic way. |
Tools for success
Content generators
AI sites like ChatGPT can save time by writing first drafts of posts for you to adapt to your voice.
Design platforms
Sites like Canva, Shutterstock and others can help non-graphic designers put together professional looking designs.
Educational resources
Sites like LinkedIn Learning and HubSpot Academy provide social media training, data, research and other useful information.
Advisor resources
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How to use social media resources
LinkedIn cover photo
- Click the Me icon on the top right (displayed as your profile picture)
- Click View profile
- Click the Edit button on the top right corner of your cover photo
- Select the downloaded image
- Click Save
Virtual meeting background image
- Open Zoom application
- Click on settings in the top right corner
- Click Background & effects
- Click the + button
- Select the downloaded image
Social post
- Right-click on the image above and select "Open image in new tab" and save it to your device
- Create a new social media post, upload the saved image, copy and paste the text
Please check your firm's social media policy prior to posting on any social network.
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Awards
- Brendan McCarthy: NAPA 2024 Top Social Media Influencers4
- Nuveen: With Intelligence Social Media Leader of the Year 20245
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1 https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/financial-advisor/adults-financial-advice-social-media/
2 https://smartasset.com/data-studies/financial-advisor-marketing-strategies-2022
3 LinkedIn
4 NAPA Top Social Media Influencer is based on NAPA members nominating influencers for their use of video, infographics, text or live platforms in the following categories: plan advisors; DCIOs; recordkeepers/TPAs; and other retirement plan industry professionals.
5Awarded to the individual or firm that has shown itself to be a leader in social media through insights and engagement with clients and the general public that have helped to deliver business goals.
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