The Financial Brand

JANUARY 19, 2022

A convergence of new leadership in federal banking agencies and significant changes to bank merger policies promise major upheaval. The post Will Biden’s Regulators Totally Redefine Bank Mergers in 2022? appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 2, 2022

The post Retail Banking Reflections and Keys to Success for 2022 appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. The best way to prepare for the future is to reflect on the progress and shortfalls of the past.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The post The Future of Banking When a ‘New Normal’ Has Yet to be Defined appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. With the future still undefined, financial institutions need to rethink business models and be prepared for a permanent hybrid work environment.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The pandemic's job impact is far from over and, even worse, could morph into 'The Great Job Hopping' trend. Here's what banks should know. The post How the Banking Industry Will Survive ‘The Great Resignation’ appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 12, 2022

Banks and credit unions have readily embraced 'digital transformation,' but few understand what it entails beyond customer-facing apps. The post Technology Is Only One Piece of True Digital Transformation in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The post Digital Banking Disruption Has Only Just Begun appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Financial institutions that plan in anticipation of ongoing disruption will be better prepared for future challenges and competitive opportunities.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 19, 2021

The post Banks Are All Fintechs Now (or Soon Will Be), But Do They Have the Right Talent? appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. A new report flags the skills gap financial institutions face as the industry becomes more tech driven. Altering hiring criteria is crucial.

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The Financial Brand

AUGUST 4, 2021

Successful digital banking transformation requires prioritizing what is needed today against what's required for the future. The post Executing What’s Possible With Digital Banking Transformation appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JULY 29, 2021

The post 4 Reasons Why Digital Banking Teams Struggle to Innovate appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Having innovation as a priority is the first step, but it rarely goes further without first overcoming common roadblocks.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 16, 2022

The post The Secret to Bank Innovation Goes Way Beyond ‘Culture Change’ appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Willingness to act when the outcome is unknown and to look for options on 'the edge of money' are crucial for financial institution growth.

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The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. The highly digital yet personal strategy of one community institution points a way forward. The post The ‘Primary Financial Institution’ Concept Is Dead… Now What?

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The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

New Florida institution, built by two banking veterans on a modern tech platform, may be what the start-up of the future will look like. The post Neobank Alternative: Building a Hybrid Digital-First Bank from Scratch appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

AUGUST 29, 2021

Banks and credit unions no longer have a cushion of time to meet competitive challenges. The post 10 Factors That Will Determine Banks’ Future Relevance appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Clear strategies and definite actions are needed.

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The Financial Brand

JULY 5, 2021

As workers begin to return to offices, banking has a rare opportunity to retrain and reskill for a digital future. The post Banking Must Rethink Workforce Alignment for Digital Future appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

AUGUST 18, 2021

The post How to Find Growth in the Next Wave of M&A in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. With mergers poised to accelerate, a niche approach to product marketing will improve retention and strengthen customer relationships.

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The Financial Brand

JUNE 10, 2021

Former banking executive who built a team of financial coaches outlines why most banks and credit unions come up short in this key area. The post Mission Failure: The Banking Industry’s Approach to Financial Health appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

MARCH 21, 2024

NYU’s Scott Galloway says leadership requires an ability to listen, the willingness to admit mistakes, and to see the world as it is. This article Why Conventional Wisdom is the Enemy of Success and Innovation appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

The post 4 Practical Ways to Create Lasting Innovation in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Yet many institutions fail to make changes that produce results. Here's why.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Hands down, speed is the biggest competitive advantage a bank or credit union can have. The post 3 Ways Any Financial Institution Can Move with Fintech Speed appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Here's why, and what it takes to dial it up.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 3, 2021

A look at the digital banking trends of the last year provides a perspective for future strategies and organizational changes. The post Retail Banking Year in Review 2020: A Reflection in 20 Charts appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 19, 2022

Banking prompts many questions, plus people read blogs titled 'Questions your bank doesn't want you to ask.' appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Preparation is key. The post Is Your Financial Institution Ready for These Tough Consumer Questions?

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The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Small and midsize financial institutions need to embrace “conscious banking” – becoming more like trusted advisors and less product-focused. The post 3 Keys to the Future of Banking: Partnerships, Openness & Advice appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JULY 25, 2021

The post What a Hybrid Workplace Means for Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. After working from home for a year most employees don't want to be in-office full time. Here's how financial institutions are adapting.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The post Why Strong Visual Branding and Communication Are Vital in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Effective use of video and graphics helps financial institutions capture consumer and employee attention, building brand value and trust.

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The Financial Brand

JUNE 24, 2021

21 deals with neobanks and fintechs like Aspiration, Ellevest and Greenwood sent a community bank down an unexpected (and profitable) path. The post Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 16, 2022

The post The Role Banks & Credit Unions Must Play to Prevent Human Trafficking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. All financial institutions have anti money laundering programs, but human trafficking keeps evolving and the industry must stay vigilant.

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 11, 2022

Innovative minds in other industries have come up with terrific ways to improve customer experience that banks and credit unions can borrow. The post Here Are 8 Inspired Ideas from Other Industries that Banks Should Use Too appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The post How to Overcome the 5 Most Common Obstacles to Growth in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Typical consumer (and employee biases) often derail sales and hurt customer experience. Understanding them is the key to counteracting them.

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The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

This article Elon Musk’s Twitter Takeover: Lessons for Bank Leaders appeared first on The Financial Brand. Whether or not you approve of how Elon Musk is changing Twitter, his high-stakes actions offer important leadership lessons.

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The Financial Brand

AUGUST 11, 2021

The post 3 Culture Changes Can Give Any Financial Marketer Fintech-Like Results appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Yet key principles of startups can be applied by anyone.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Banks and credit unions are working to integrate diversity — but they are not even close to where they need to be, say two top consultants. The post Why Banking Is Only at the Start of Its Diversity and Inclusion Journey appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JULY 6, 2021

The post A Practical Guide for Improving CX and Deepening Banking Relationships appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Here are key ways financial institutions can win over, and retain, consumers.

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The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Community banking has plenty of innovation potential, but often it takes leaving the traditional banking mindset to find the opportunities. The post Tips & Insights on Creating (or Recreating) Brand Buzz in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Here's a sustainability crash course for banks and credit unions. The post Banks Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change (And Here’s Why) appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 11, 2021

By tapping data and advanced analytics, banks and credit unions can deliver meaningful solutions to underserved communities at scale. The post Banking Needs To Do More Than Talk About Financial Inclusion appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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The Financial Brand

JULY 29, 2021

appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Understanding consumers' financial concerns and tailoring advice to those worries means more than sales quotas, J.D Power finds. The post Are Branch Staff Prepared as Offices Become ‘Advisory Centers’?

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The Financial Brand

JANUARY 5, 2022

The post Roadmap for Changing AI from a Banking Catch Phrase to Real Action appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. It seems like every financial institution is jumping on the artificial intelligence bandwagon. Before you leap, get your data in order.

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