The New Norm

I have had my fair share of events that shifted the world, but Covid-19 is different in so many ways. 

First off, the potential number of lives that could be lost is staggering and fighting a virus without a vaccine or proven treatment is so foreign. Plus, this is the only time that I recall that we had to shut down an economy to save lives. And, there will be cruel consequences I think. There will be many jobs that never come back, many businesses that will file bankruptcy and never return, and retirees/near retirees that were heavily exposed to equities, might not have time to recover, and their lifestyle will be changed for the rest of their lives. But, we are America, and we will recover. The stimulus packages will place some money in pockets, increase un-employment benefits, provide cash assistance to businesses of all sizes and also offer additional protective measures. This is when America shines. And this is when the financial professional can shine and help Americans.

I am sad to say that it will be a long time before handshaking comes back into vogue. I also think that, in the near and mid term, retirement dinner workshops will not have the attendees that you might need to be successful. But, especially in the “safe money” arena, Americans want to know about the products that we have to keep their portfolio safer. They want to talk to you now. They want to see you now.  

So, the “new normal” says that you need to learn how to work with tools like GoToMeeting, Zoom, FaceTime and others. If you think you can wait this out… I say you are wrong. If you need help… call us. We have the marketing, research, and education to assist you in addressing your clients concerns, obtain new prospects, and increase your sales and profits. 

Okay, enough of this. If I need to sell you on the fact that things have changed… then there is nothing else I can do. Want to run with an IMO that has the best consultants, than give us a call at 1-877-844-0900 and set up a phone appointment. What do you have to lose? Maybe your business if you don’t make some changes...

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Until next time… good selling!
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Raymond J. Ohlson
Founder & Retired CEO
Ohlson Group
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