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The Modern CPA Success Show: Episode 135

In this episode of the Modern CPA Success Show, the host and Tom Walton, a virtual CFO at Anders CPA and Advisors, engage with Chantal Cornelius, founder of Appletree Marketing and author of "Stand Out Strategies." The discussion centers on innovative marketing strategies for accounting firms, emphasizing the importance of emotional connections in client relationships. Chantal shares her unique journey into marketing and introduces her five standout strategies: certainty, connection, contribution, growth, and significance. The episode highlights the need for understanding client emotions, gathering feedback, and tailoring marketing messages to resonate emotionally, ultimately fostering stronger client relationships.

Episode Notes

"My clients had and still have amazing reputations in what they do. Most of them don't need huge numbers of new clients; it's more about reputation management and keeping the marketing ticking over." -Chantal Cornelius

Finer Details:

Innovative marketing strategies for accounting firms
Importance of emotional connections in client relationships
Chantal Cornelius's journey into marketing and her expertise
Concept of "standout strategies" for business differentiation
Five key emotional strategies: Certainty, Connection, Contribution, Growth, and Significance
The role of client feedback in improving services
Challenges of soliciting client feedback in the accounting industry
Importance of specialization and niche marketing for businesses
Practical tips for implementing emotional marketing strategies
Resources for further learning, including Chantal's books and tools for identifying standout strategies