📞 Cold calls? Most people ignore unknown numbers.
📱 Text messages? 98% open rate—and most texts are read within 3 minutes!That’s why SMS (text message) marketing is one of the most effective ways to follow up with leads, book appointments, and close more life & annuity sales.But if you don’t use SMS the right way, you’ll end up sounding spammy, desperate, or like every other pushy insurance agent.
Rule #1: Keep It Short & Casual
Nobody wants to read a long sales pitch in a text. Your goal is to start a conversation, not close the deal in one message.🚫 Bad Example (Too Long & Salesy):
"Hello [Name], my name is [Your Name] with [Company Name]. I specialize in retirement planning strategies using indexed universal life insurance and fixed indexed annuities. I'd love to schedule a time to go over some options with you. Let me know when you're available!"✅ Good Example (Short & Conversational):
"Hey [Name], you requested info about tax-free retirement strategies. Got a quick sec to chat?"
Rule #2: Sound Like a Real Person (Not a Salesbot)
If your texts sound too formal or too generic, people will ignore them. Write how you would text a friend.🚫 Bad Example (Too Corporate):
"Dear [Name], we are reaching out to you regarding your inquiry about financial strategies. Please call our office at your earliest convenience to discuss."✅ Good Example (Casual & Natural):
"Hey [Name], just saw your request for info. Got a quick minute to chat today or tomorrow?"
Rule #3: Use a Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)
Never send a text that doesn’t tell the prospect what to do next. Always include a simple question or instruction.🚫 Bad Example (No CTA):
"Hey [Name], I help people protect their money from taxes. Let me know if you're interested."✅ Good Example (Clear CTA):
"Hey [Name], I help people keep more of their retirement money tax-free. Got 10 mins today or tomorrow to go over how it works?"
📌 1. Initial Outreach (First Text After Lead Opt-In)
"Hey [Name], I saw you requested info on [strategy]. I help people grow their retirement savings tax-free. Got 10 mins for a quick chat today or tomorrow?"
📌 2. Social Proof (Follow-Up if No Response)
"Hey [Name], just helped [Client] secure $XX,XXX in tax-free retirement income. Think this could work for you too? Let’s chat for a few mins."
📌 3. Objection Handling (If They Seem Hesitant)
"A lot of people think [common concern]—but actually, [quick fact]. Want me to send a short video that explains how this works?"
📌 4. Urgency Play (If They Haven’t Responded in a Few Days)
"Spots for [strategy] are filling up fast—I can only take on [X] more clients this month. Want to lock in a time to chat?"
📌 5. Last Call (Final Follow-Up Message)
"Hey [Name], seems like now might not be the right time, which is totally fine. I’ll check back in a few months, but let me know if you want to take advantage of [strategy] before then."
🚫 Sending Long, Overly Salesy Messages
🚫 Not Sounding Human (Too Formal or Generic)
🚫 Spamming Leads with Multiple Messages in One Day
🚫 Forgetting to Ask a Question (No CTA = No Response)
🚀 Pro Tip: If they don’t respond, don’t get discouraged! People are busy. Follow up every few days with a different message.
✅ SMS is the easiest way to reach leads FAST
✅ Keep messages short, casual, and direct
✅ Use clear CTAs to get responses
✅ Follow up consistently (but don’t spam!)
💰 Want High-Quality Leads That Actually Convert?
I specialize in exclusive, high-intent annuity & life insurance leads for financial professionals. If you’re tired of low-quality leads that ghost you, let’s talk.
📌 Book a Free Strategy Call Today (Hyperlink homepage)
📧 Email open rates? Around 20% (if you’re lucky).
📞 Cold calls? Most people ignore unknown numbers.
📱 Text messages? 98% open rate—and most texts are read within 3 minutes!
That’s why SMS (text message) marketing is one of the most effective ways to follow up with leads, book appointments, and close more life & annuity sales.
But if you don’t use SMS the right way, you’ll end up sounding spammy, desperate, or like every other pushy insurance agent.
Nobody wants to read a long sales pitch in a text. Your goal is to start a conversation, not close the deal in one message.🚫 Bad Example (Too Long & Salesy):
"Hello [Name], my name is [Your Name] with [Company Name]. I specialize in retirement planning strategies using indexed universal life insurance and fixed indexed annuities. I'd love to schedule a time to go over some options with you. Let me know when you're available!"✅ Good Example (Short & Conversational):
"Hey [Name], you requested info about tax-free retirement strategies. Got a quick sec to chat?"
If your texts sound too formal or too generic, people will ignore them. Write how you would text a friend.🚫 Bad Example (Too Corporate):
"Dear [Name], we are reaching out to you regarding your inquiry about financial strategies. Please call our office at your earliest convenience to discuss."✅ Good Example (Casual & Natural):
"Hey [Name], just saw your request for info. Got a quick minute to chat today or tomorrow?"
Never send a text that doesn’t tell the prospect what to do next. Always include a simple question or instruction.🚫 Bad Example (No CTA):
"Hey [Name], I help people protect their money from taxes. Let me know if you're interested."✅ Good Example (Clear CTA):
"Hey [Name], I help people keep more of their retirement money tax-free. Got 10 mins today or tomorrow to go over how it works?"
📌 1. Initial Outreach (First Text After Lead Opt-In)
"Hey [Name], I saw you requested info on [strategy]. I help people grow their retirement savings tax-free. Got 10 mins for a quick chat today or tomorrow?"
📌 2. Social Proof (Follow-Up if No Response)
"Hey [Name], just helped [Client] secure $XX,XXX in tax-free retirement income. Think this could work for you too? Let’s chat for a few mins."
📌 3. Objection Handling (If They Seem Hesitant)
"A lot of people think [common concern]—but actually, [quick fact]. Want me to send a short video that explains how this works?"
📌 4. Urgency Play (If They Haven’t Responded in a Few Days)
"Spots for [strategy] are filling up fast—I can only take on [X] more clients this month. Want to lock in a time to chat?"
📌 5. Last Call (Final Follow-Up Message)
"Hey [Name], seems like now might not be the right time, which is totally fine. I’ll check back in a few months, but let me know if you want to take advantage of [strategy] before then."
🚫 Sending Long, Overly Salesy Messages
🚫 Not Sounding Human (Too Formal or Generic)
🚫 Spamming Leads with Multiple Messages in One Day
🚫 Forgetting to Ask a Question (No CTA = No Response)
🚀 Pro Tip: If they don’t respond, don’t get discouraged! People are busy. Follow up every few days with a different message.
✅ SMS is the easiest way to reach leads FAST
✅ Keep messages short, casual, and direct
✅ Use clear CTAs to get responses
✅ Follow up consistently (but don’t spam!)
💰 Want High-Quality Leads That Actually Convert?
I specialize in exclusive, high-intent annuity & life insurance leads for financial professionals. If you’re tired of low-quality leads that ghost you, let’s talk.
📌 Book a Free Strategy Call Today (Hyperlink homepage)
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