Banking on Digital Growth

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If you’re part of a financial brand marketing, sales, or leadership team, you know the entire industry is in the midst of exponential change fueled by new technologies. Consumers now make purchase decisions long before they walk into a physical branch location, if they walk into a branch at all, while mobile banks, digital lenders, and fintechs have transformed traditional growth models rooted in legacy broadcast marketing and branch sales strategies.Get ready to gain practical insights, proven ideas, and empowering inspiration as financial brand marketing and sales leaders, along with the leading digital marketing and sales technology firms, share their stories to help you maximize your digital growth potential here on Banking on Digital Growth.

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479 episodes

426) If I Were a Bank CEO: Empowering Change for Financial Leaders
Many financial brands struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of digital banking, often feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to maintain growth and customer engagement in the face of continuous technological and market changes.Financial brand leaders frequently express feelings of exhaustion, confusion, and indecision when trying to navigate these changes. They're overwhelmed by the need to create digital customer experiences, map out complex buying journeys, and implement new technologies while maintaining trust and human-centric engagement. The pressure to act without clear guidance often leads to inaction or ineffective measures.On this episode of the Exponential Insights series, Carey Ransom, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/careyransom/) Managing Director at BankTech Ventures (https://www.banktechventures.com/), discusses actionable strategies for overcoming these challenges. He emphasizes the importance of creating space for reflection, continuous learning, and the adoption of an agile mindset. Join us as we discuss:-Adapting Agile Methodologies in Banking (10:04) -Investing in an Online Presence (19:28) -The Role of Generative AI in Banking (39:50) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
45min | Published on August 13, 2024
425) Overcoming Onboarding Blind Spots for Banks and Credit Unions
Are you aware of the number of loans and deposits you're losing due to blind spots in your bank's or credit union's onboarding experience? According to the Digital Banking Report, 46% of newly opened accounts go inactive within the first year. To put it differently, almost one out of every two accounts your financial brand opens has the potential to go inactive in the first 12 months. Think about these questions: How much might these onboarding blind spots be costing you right now? More importantly, what can you do about it? In this episode, we welcome Har Rai Khalsa (https://www.linkedin.com/in/harraikhalsa/), who is on a mission to help banks (https://swaystack.com/) and credit unions recover business from big mega banks and neo banks, thereby strengthening local financial institutions and the communities they serve.Join us as we Discuss:-The Onboarding Experience: Challenges and Solutions (11:41) -Human Connection in the Age of AI (29:32) -Practical Steps to Improve Onboarding (37:30) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
40min | Published on August 12, 2024
424) Beyond AI: Mastering the Mind for Financial Brand Leaders
What is the most important technology for financial brand leaders to master in the age of AI? While many immediately think of AI as the crucial technology, James Robert suggests that the most vital technology is actually the one between our ears – our minds.Jennifer Beeston (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferbeeston/), the number one VA mortgage lender in America and author of "Brain Hacked: How Big Tech Trains Your Brain to Spend, How You Can Fight Back (https://www.amazon.com/Brainhacked-Trains-Brain-Spend-Fight/dp/154453521X)," joins the show to discuss the significance of mental mastery. Jennifer, who has been a guest on the podcast before, shares insights from her new book, emphasizing how financial brand leaders can help their account holders and themselves master their minds. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on the intersection of technology and human cognition, and learn how to cultivate mental resilience and make more informed decisions in your professional and personal lives.Join us as we discuss:-The Role of Social Media in Consumer Behavior (04:33)-Digital Addiction and the Rise of Social Media "News" (32:39)-Reprogramming the Mind for Positive Change (43:31)You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
39min | Published on August 6, 2024
423) Navigating User Experience Pitfalls: The Impact of Misaligned Expectations
In the latest episode of the Practical Perspectives series, James Robert Lay and Audrey Cannata highlight the often unseen complexities of opening new deposit accounts at financial institutions. They reveal how a cumbersome user experience can overwhelm and even frustrate customers, leading to lost opportunities for banks and credit unions. Through recent secret shopping studies, common patterns emerged showing that many institutions unintentionally add cognitive load—making the process more confusing for customers.The good news is that simple, actionable changes can make a big difference, such as redesigning comparison tables to clearly present fees, interest rates, and minimum balance requirements. They emphasize the importance of transparency and simplicity, arguing that making essential information easily accessible can significantly reduce customer stress and increase trust. Join us as we discuss:-The Three Types of Cognitive Load (9:26)-Simplifying and organizing different types of accounts (12:16)-Increasing trust through transparency (17:22) Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
24min | Published on August 5, 2024
422) The Mountain is You: Turning Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery
In this episode of "Banking on Digital Growth," hosts James Robert Lay and Audrey Cannata share insights from the book "The Mountain is You." They discuss self-limiting beliefs and self-sabotage, emphasizing how these can impede both personal and professional progress. Audrey shares her immediate connection with the book and discusses self-sabotage as a coping mechanism that prevents success.Both Audrey and James Robert discuss their shared journeys with abstaining from alcohol for 100 days to achieve mental and spiritual clarity. They also touch on perfectionism, digital addiction, and the quest for deeper connections.Join us as we discuss:-Understanding Self-Sabotage and Its Impact (04:13) -Self-Limiting Beliefs: Breaking Financial Barriers (32:39) -Sobriety Journey: Reevaluating Alcohol Consumption (43:31) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
52min | Published on July 30, 2024
421) Balancing Digital and Human Connections in Banking
Despite the rise of digital-first and digital-only banking tools, there remains a strong desire for personal interaction in banking. Many people still prefer human interactions because they inherently trust people more than automated systems. In this episode, James Robert shares a live, real-time example of a failed attempt to connect quickly with a person at Frost Bank, showing that despite claims of easy access to human support, actual customer experiences often fall short.Join us as we Discuss:-Insights from Website Secret Shopping Studies (03:14) -Case Study: Frost Bank's Human-Centric Approach (12:44) -Live Experiment: Testing Frost Bank's Customer Service (20:13)You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
37min | Published on July 29, 2024
420) Reduce Cognitive Load for Better Conversion
A significant issue facing financial brands is the overwhelming number of choices and decisions account holders and prospective account holders face daily. This cognitive load can lead to a poor shopping experience on financial websites, resulting in the loss of millions in loans and deposits.Jon MacDonald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnymac/), founder and CEO The Good (https://thegood.com/), and author of Behind the Click, (https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Click-Psychological-Behavior-Journeys/dp/B0CZV14GBC) suggests financial brands engage in proactive communication and undergo user testing to understand customer needs truly. Jon joins this episode of the Exponential Insights series to discuss the importance of personalized digital experiences and removing barriers for both types of consumers — "satisficers" looking for quick solutions and "maximizers" seeking detailed information. He also discusses why post-purchase communication is critical to meet customer expectations, fostering positive emotions and encouraging advocacy.Join us as we discuss:-Behavioral Insights: Understanding Online Behavior (04:24)-The Paradox of Choice in Digital Experiences (18:39)-Optimizing the Post-Purchase Experience (38:08)You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
45min | Published on July 23, 2024
419) Beyond Traffic: Enhancing User Experience on Campaign Landing Pages
Many financial institutions experience limited conversions when running paid traffic to their campaign landing pages. They invest significant ad dollars but fail to capture and convert leads effectively, leading to wasted resources and missed opportunities for loans and deposits.To overcome these obstacles, financial institutions should enhance trust by providing clear information about their identity and reliability, display rate information transparently to align with consumer expectations, and offer easily accessible resources like buying guides to nurture leads effectively.Join us as we discuss:-Secret Shopping Study Insights (01:28)-Transparency in Rates (10:30)-Communication Follow-Up (15:32)You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
34min | Published on July 22, 2024
418) The Digital Growth Blueprint: A Roadmap for Financial Brands
Over 80% of financial brands lack a clear digital growth strategy, leading to confusion and misalignment among marketing, sales, and leadership teams. This results in organizations getting stuck in cycles of chaos and conflict, unable to effectively address core fears related to change and growth.The absence of a well-defined digital strategy exacerbates common fears such as fear of the unknown, fear of change, fear of failure, and even fear of success. Join James Robert Lay and Audrey Cannata as they unpack the Digital Growth Blueprint and how one credit union in Texas increased alignment and gained a unified path forward through this roadmap.Join us as we discuss:-Identifying and Addressing Misalignment (09:09) -The Role of Stakeholder Conversations (14:00) -Transforming Go-to-Market Strategies (19:55) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
24min | Published on July 16, 2024
417) Leadership & Change: Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
Many financial brand leaders often find themselves questioning their role and value within their organization amidst periods of significant change and transformation. This self-doubt is commonly driven by imposter syndrome and a fear that the value they create may not be recognized or needed by their team or organization.By fostering adaptability and resilience, leaders can transform their self-limiting beliefs, embrace discomfort, and ultimately drive themselves and their organizations toward exponential growth. Join James Robert Lay and Audrey Cannata on this episode of the Digital Leadership series as they emphasize the importance of radical honesty, celebrating victories, and maintaining a growth mindset to navigate and thrive in changing environments.Join us as we discuss:-Embracing Discomfort for Growth (06:52) -Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs (17:38) -The Role of Villains in Transformation (24:19) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-on-digital-growth/id1498837117), on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DS40kGDVBSIodUfGTbvWI), or here (https://www.digitalgrowth.com/podcast). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
40min | Published on July 15, 2024

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