Podcasts about independent insurance agent

From FMO to IMO and MGA to GA, we're unpacking what these acronyms mean and how insurance hierarchies work. Learn more about these organizations and where your insurance business falls on the spectrum!   Read the text version   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Resources: 3 Advantages of Being an Independent Insurance Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/3-advantages-of-being-an-independent-insurance-agent/ 5 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent: https://lnk.to/YGJ3KX Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: https://lnk.to/DA1sIn   How Insurance FMOs Work: https://ritterim.com/how-insurance-fmos-work/ Learn More About Integrity Tools: https://ritterim.com/integrity-tools/ Life Insurance for Each of Life's Stages: https://ritterim.com/blog/life-insurance-for-each-of-lifes-stages/ The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-benefits-of-joining-a-top-insurance-fmo/ What Are Insurance Hierarchies & How Do They Work? https://ritterim.com/blog/what-are-insurance-hierarchies-how-do-they-work/   Follow Us on Social!  Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

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Shane and Tonya sit down with Justin and Aaron Husman of The Phoenix Insurance to discuss the mindset shift from “helping people” to strategically running a successful agency. They discuss building a business with intention, protecting your time, selecting employees and clients, and making decisions that set your agency up for real growth and profitability.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya dive into the eternal struggle between following directions and blazing your own trail. From puffer jackets to agency best practices, they explore how independent agents can balance tradition with innovation to drive success. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Celebrate with Shane and Tonya in the 250th episode of IA Forward! From the power of discipline over motivation to the best way to create a "stop-doing list," this one is full of practical insights, a look back at the most popular episodes, and a thank you to the listeners who made it all possible. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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In this special New Year's Eve episode, Shane and Tonya reflect on timeless lessons from holiday movies and how they can inspire your business and life as we welcome 2025. From the authenticity of Elf to the resilience of A Charlie Brown Christmas, discover insights to start your new year with purpose and a fresh perspective.4oIA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya explore how choosing gratitude and maintaining a positive perspective can make all the difference, even in the toughest of markets. They share personal stories, practical tips, and the importance of leading by example, reminding us that a mindset shift can turn challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Beaux Pilgrim from IA Blueprint joins Shane and Tonya to share insights on leveraging technology, automation, and peer-to-peer learning through management system user groups. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss strategies to help your customers understand the reasons behind rising auto premiums and how to effectively turn a difficult topic into an opportunity to build trust.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya explore the different sales personas—hunters, farmers, and trappers, how understanding these roles can help you build a more effective team, and why the right mix of skills and personalities is crucial for your agency's growth and success. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss the right timing and strategies for growth and how to expand your team while preserving the personalized service your clients love. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss the importance of staying true to your own vision in the independent agency world, as well as exploring the pitfalls of chasing others' dreams, the value of authenticity, and how to build a business that aligns with your personal goals and strengths. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss the contentious political climate, the impact of polarized opinions on small business owners, and should agency owners take a political stance on their personal and business social media pages.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

How can managing expectations enhance satisfaction in your personal and professional life? Shane and Tonya share insights on balancing bucket list experiences with business goals, setting realistic expectations, and nurturing relationships.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss the importance of mid-year check-ins to reassess goals, make necessary adjustments, find alternate uses for existing tools and resources, and adapt business strategies for long-term success.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss the negative talk prevalent within the insurance industry,  strategies for promoting positivity, and the importance of a positive mindset in transforming conversations and customer interactions. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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A unique takeover episode featuring D1 Softball player Olivia Bruno, Kylie Lowry, and Tonya, discussing fresh perspectives on leadership, success, and the evolving role of Gen Z in the insurance industry.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya discuss the TV show  Welcome to Wrexham, and draw parallels to the insurance industry: emphasizing the importance of maintaining a consistent approach, rather than focusing on industry changes or market cycles; understanding one's niche; and playing the infinite game.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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From global issues affecting the insurance market to interpersonal challenges within your agency, Shane and Tonya discuss practical strategies to navigate and resolve conflicts effectively, leading with empathy and strength, and ensuring a thriving business environment. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya discuss the pressure to equate busyness with success, the effects on mental health and work-life balance, their personal experiences of being overbooked, and finding fulfillment beyond the hustle.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya discuss the Julie-ism of "Don't Create Your Worry," the worry cycle, and how it affects our lives and our independent insurance agencies. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Shane and Tonya discuss the importance of balancing your book - and what carriers are doing about it.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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BEP #58: How an Ex-NFL Tight End Found Success in the Insurtech Industry!

Shane and Tonya discuss the DBW principle and what independent insurance agents are doing to find success in the hard market.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss needing a win now, the comparison game, agency growth, and the business owner versus sales mindset. IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shane and Tonya discuss how to get the best return on investment for spring marketing opportunities.IA Forward to can help you take your agency from good to great. Learn more at iaforward.com, and follow IA Forward on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Advice on how to expand your reach from a multiple seven figure producer. Thank you for watching this podcast. Please Share it and get the word out!