Written by Dev Sethia
4 min read | Updated on December 09, 2025, 16:21 IST
The Authorised Partner Business Model is a revenue-sharing partnership that allows partners to earn commissions on every client they help bring to a brokerage.
In India, this type of business has exploded in popularity with the rapid growth of the Indian stock market over the last several years. This business model has grown significantly in size and there are now many more Authorised Partners and more competition for each client.
To be successful in this ever-evolving environment, Authorised Partners have begun to implement a variety of new and creative marketing strategies in order to expand their client base and solidify their place in the marketplace.
The following are the most popular marketing techniques being used by Authorised Partners that have been shown to increase the likelihood of success for the Authorised Partner Business Model.
During this new age of digitisation, Authorised Partners now want to see Digital Marketing as a huge focus. Therefore, finding the best way to reach their audience with the correct strategies and spending their money wisely are key components for success in Digital Marketing.
With Digital Marketing, Authorised Partners can use various digital methods or channels to highlight their skills, accomplishments and products, allowing them to provide their customers with customised financial solutions according to their specific goals.
Blogging and vlogging about finance and investments are powerful ways for prospective clients to connect with you. Creating content that makes complex market ideas simple and posting regularly provides you with the opportunity to create credibility with your target market and offer a knowledgeable and loyal following.
Many businesses now use social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to increase their audience's reach. By providing followers with regular updates, market information, and educational content, Authorized Partners position themselves as credible financial advisors to their followers.
Active participation in online forums, trading groups and investment communities provides opportunities for authorised partners to showcase their knowledge and expertise. This will generate high-quality leads and build trust with potential clients who appreciate knowledgeable guidance.
Though digital platforms have exploded in popularity, traditional media remains a primary means of advertising. Advertising using television locations, printed newspapers, posters and banners continues to be an effective way to successfully target and reach the client base with Local Clientele.
Using these traditional advertising methods to reach Local Clientele allows Authorised Partners an opportunity to expand their services to a broader base of customers.
Webinars related to finance and investments are becoming a common way to educate and connect with prospective customers. They enable Authorised Partners to show their expertise, respond to inquiries in real-time and connect with a wide range of individuals who are looking for dependable financial information.
Client retention is improved by offering incentives to existing clients, like exclusive rewards or fee-waived options, increasing loyalty and building long-term relationships. In addition, these promotions benefit current clients because they create additional client satisfaction in a very competitive environment.
Trust in a service, including a financial service, is often created through the use of client testimonial videos to attract new clients. By showcasing previous client success stories and their positive results, it serves as a strong testament to the authorized partner's credibility and reliability when potential clients are assessing the quality and capabilities of a given service.
With YouTube acting as a powerful channel for the distribution of financial education content, Authorised Partners have been able to dramatically increase their exposure through developing engaging video content that resonates with the audience and positions themselves as credible, available market educators.
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is still one of the most important things you can do to increase your visibility on the internet. Optimizing your blog posts, webpages and other educational materials (such as videos, podcasts, etc.) for search engines allows Authorised Partners to rank higher and generate more organic traffic. As a result, Authorised Partners can grow their networks quickly.
In today’s competitive landscape, Authorised Partners must embrace a smart mix of digital, traditional, and community-focused marketing strategies to build trust and expand their reach. By sharing valuable content, leveraging social platforms, and strengthening visibility through SEO and client testimonials, they can effectively attract and retain clients. Ultimately, a well-rounded marketing approach is key to sustaining long-term growth and success.
About Author
Dev Sethia
Sub-Editor
a journalism post-graduate from ACJ-Bloomberg with over three years of experience covering financial and business stories. At Upstox, he writes on capital markets and personal finance, with a keen focus on the stock market, companies, and multimedia reporting. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him on the cricket pitch
Read more from UpstoxUpstox is a leading Indian financial services company that offers online trading and investment services in stocks, commodities, currencies, mutual funds, and more. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mumbai, Upstox is backed by prominent investors including Ratan Tata, Tiger Global, and Kalaari Capital. It operates under RKSV Securities and is registered with SEBI, NSE, BSE, and other regulatory bodies, ensuring secure and compliant trading experiences.