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He joined real estate in 2023 and has already closed over 120 transactions—without a massive sphere or years of experience. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tim Bushnell from Acree Brothers Realty in Lynchburg, VA, shares the exact action plan he followed to crush 40 deals his first year and then double it the next.

Lead gen isn't your problem. Your client experience is. In this Stay Paid episode, Sheila Reddy, founder and CEO of Mosaik, joins us to share how she transitioned from healthcare leadership to building one of the most client-focused real estate platforms on the market. What started as a frustration with her own homebuying experiences has turned into a solution that gives agents a competitive edge where it matters most—during the transaction.

AI isn't just coming—it's here, and it's already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid, we welcome back Jason Pantana, marketing coach and Tom Ferry speaker, for a deep dive into the AI strategies every real estate agent must understand to stay competitive. From ChatGPT and Claude to CapCut and Canva, Jason shares the exact tools, prompts, and real-world applications agents are using right now to scale their marketing and dominate locally.

From Uber Driver to Top Producer: Renee Burke's Story of Grit, Growth & Giving When the market slowed, Renee Burke didn't give up—she pivoted. A former stay-at-home mom turned real estate agent, Renee built her business with her husband flipping homes. But when the flips stopped and interest rates soared, she had to find new ways to connect and stay relevant. So she started driving Uber—with a stack of listing brochures in the back seat. And it worked.

71% of Agents Aren't Closing Deals—How to Be in the Top 29% With market uncertainty, commission shakeups, and lead-gen costs rising, many agents are frozen—but not the best ones. In this episode, NextHome Co-CEOs James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson get real about what agents MUST do to survive and thrive in today's chaotic market.

Ditch Smart Goals—Set Stupid Ones with Verl Workman   Tired of chasing “realistic” growth that never moves the needle? Verl Workman says it's time to get stupid.   In this game-changing episode, Verl—a speaker, author, and the CEO of Workman Success Systems—shares how the most successful agents scale their businesses using “stupid goals,” team specialization, and strategic systems that run without them.  

Are you stuck chasing the next transaction while your past clients disappear? Industry legend Allan Dalton—former CEO of Realtor.com and SVP at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices—joins Stay Paid to reveal the exact strategy top agents use to create lifelong clients (and stop paying referral fees for leads they should already own).  

In this episode of Entrepreneurial Impact, host David Donaldson sits down with Luke Acree, President of ReminderMedia and host of the Stay Paid Podcast, to discuss how relationships, marketing, and consistency are the ultimate keys to long-term success in business.Luke shares his journey from launching a multi-million dollar marketing company to becoming a leading authority on branding, real estate marketing, and client retention. He breaks down the F.I.T. framework (Frequency, Impact, Trust) and reveals the secret to staying top-of-mind for clients through personalized marketing strategies, content creation, and brand visibility.If you're a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or business owner looking to build deeper relationships, leverage multi-channel marketing, and generate more referrals, this episode is packed with game-changing insights.Main Talking Points

Join us for a power-packed conversation with some of the insurance industry's top leaders: Alex Branning, founder of Agent CRM; Nick Bravo, CEO of Level Up Marketing; and Nate Auffort, an agency owner and founder of SWAT Training (Strategic Wealth Accumulation Tactics) who also runs the SWAT conference for insurance professionals. Topics include the benefits of cutting-edge CRMs, costly mistakes that render PPC Google Ads ineffective, and the mindset and skills needed to build lasting wealth. Connect | Resources Websites ·      Agent CRM ·      Level Up Marketing ·      SWAT Financial Connect ·      Connect with Nate on LinkedIn and learn about SWAT Training (Strategic Wealth Accumulation Tactics) and the SWAT conference Books ·      Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy ·      Extreme Ownership: How US Navy Seals Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

In this episode, Sandra Gebhardt, author of How to Go from Unknown to Famous Online Using Facebook & LinkedIn in Less Than 20 Minutes a Day, shares her social media strategy for building connections with top professionals, growing your influence, and generating referrals—without creating endless content. You'll discover why entrepreneurs need to rethink their approach to Facebook and LinkedIn, how to turn strangers into valuable business allies, and the repeatable formula that will grow your network in productive ways. Connect | Resources Connect ·      Follow Sandra on Facebook and LinkedIn Resources ·      Book: How to Go from Unknown to Famous Online Using Facebook & LinkedIn in Less Than 20 Minutes a Day ·      Podcast: Binding Authority ·      TEDx Talk: “You Are a Bit Too Much!” Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

To take advantage of our Black Friday Promotion, visit: remindermedia.com/black-friday-2024-podcast  Ready to increase your client referrals? In this episode, referral expert Dan Allison, founder of the Advisory Development Community and The Exchange, shares a powerful, psychology-based three-part strategy—complete with sample scripts—that will teach you how to inspire and guide your clients to connect you with qualified leads. Plus, find out why the “give, give, give, ask” approach could be holding you back and how early conversations about referrals can change everything. Connect | Resources Connect with Dan: ·      Get a free 7-day trial of The Exchange at skool.com/exchange. Send Dan a DM mentioning “Stay Paid” from within the platform, and you'll get a link to add a person to your membership at no extra cost. ·      Website: integrity.com Connect with Stephen: ·      Website: acreebrothersrealtyteam.com   ·      Phone: 434-216-5306 Resource: ·      Book: The Mindset of a Sales Warrior by Jason Forrest Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

If you're looking for practical ways to expand your knowledge, attract more clients, and stand out from the competition, this episode is a must. Dennis and Teresa Walsh, experts in residential construction, new home sales, and real estate marketing, have created Certified New Home Specialist, Residential Remodeling Specialist, and Residential Construction Certified real estate certifications to help agents do just that. Join us to discover how these assets can benefit your business and clients, opportunities in new home sales and remodeling markets, and strategies for marketing your expertise to build trust and grow your brand. Connect | Resources ·      Website: sellnewhomes.com ·      Book: Real Estate's Best Kept Secret: The FHA 203k Program Can Change Your Life and Financial Future! Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Mike "C-Roc" welcomes Luke Acree, an authority on leadership, lead generation, and referral marketing. Luke shares his journey from being a homeschooled pastor's kid in a family band to becoming the President of ReminderMedia, a company that has generated over $300 million in sales. Luke explains his belief that businesses thrive on relationships and describes how his company helps over 140,000 small businesses and entrepreneurs grow through innovative marketing strategies like customizable print and digital magazines. Throughout the conversation, Luke opens up about his faith, his passion for empowering others to live a life of freedom, and his perspective on adversity as a path to success. Whether you're seeking business growth strategies or personal inspiration, this episode is filled with insights on leadership, faith, and overcoming challenges. Tune in for an engaging and motivational conversation! Website- https://remindermedia.com https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree/

  We're hitting rewind on one of our favorite podcast interviews! Join Sarah as she chats with Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa from ReminderMedia. You'll learn how to combine passive and proactive marketing, explore relationship marketing, and so much more!      Already a Ritter Agent? Sign up with ReminderMedia! Not a Ritter Agent? Get more information on getting started with Ritter & ReminderMedia! Register for your FREE RitterIM.com account   Mentioned in this episode: Be Advised – Building Relationships Through Magazines with Andrew Saksa (Ep. 48): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-relationships-through-magazines-with-andrew/id1522693623?i=1000568108877 Ritter & ReminderMedia Partnerships Offers Agents New Marketing Solutions: https://ritterim.com/blog/ritter-and-remindermedia-partnership-offers-agents-new-marketing-solutions/  Stay Paid Podcast: https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ The Ed Mylett Show: https://www.edmylett.com/podcast The Game with Alex Hormozi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-game-w-alex-hormozi/id1254720112 The Tim Feriss Show: https://tim.blog/podcast/   Follow ReminderMedia on Social:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReminderMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remindermedia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/remindermedia/posts/?feedView=all X: https://twitter.com/remindermedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/remindermedia Andrew Saksa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saksa13/ Luke Acree on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree/   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://twitter.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/   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

In this Stay Paid episode, we sit down with John Terry, founder of Black Belt Leadership, to tackle a key challenge—effective leadership communication. Learn the four types of communication preferences, the common mistakes leaders make when providing feedback, and the essential foundation for gaining your team's trust and respect. If you're striving to improve your communication skills and genuinely connect with your team, this episode provides actionable insights to help you drive accountability and success. Connect | Resources ·      Website: beablackbeltleader.com ·      Book: Black Belt Secrets of Success: How to Have Everything You Want in Life ·      Listen to John's previous Stay Paid interview: Be a Black Belt Leader with John Terry Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Real estate industry veteran Allan Dalton shares practical advice from his new book, Buyer Agent Be Aware, which focuses on helping buyer agents clearly communicate their value in an evolving market. Listen in to learn a three-part strategy for advancing beyond the latest industry disruption, tips for discussing compensation with confidence, and how to deliver a buyer presentation that instantly and dramatically builds credibility and trust. Allan also dives into how small shifts in language can greatly impact how clients perceive your expertise. Connect | Resources ·      Book: Buyer Agent Be Aware: What Every Buyer Agent Must Know & Do in a Post-Disrupted Real Estate World! ·      Connect with Allan at allandaltonconsulting@gmail.com or 805-338-8796 ·      Free e-book: The Science of How to Become a Memorable Real Estate Agent ·      Free lead magnet: Questions Every Seller Should Ask When Hiring a Real Estate Agent Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including additional e-books, lead magnets to attract new leads, and printables. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

  Consider this episode your cheat sheet for resources, tips, and strategies for keeping in touch with clients the old fashion way, through mail!   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.   Mail Communication Resources: Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Lead Concepts: https://leadconcepts.com/direct-mail/ Lunacy: https://icons8.com/lunacy Microsoft Designer: https://designer.microsoft.com/ MOO: https://www.moo.com/us/ Office Depot: https://www.officedepot.com/l/print-and-copy/print-services ReminderMedia: https://remindermedia.com/postcard/ Staples: https://www.staples.com/services/printing/ Vistaprint: https://www.vistaprint.com/   Resources: Agent Compliance Handbook: https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/Ritter-Agent-Handbook-2024.pdf Agent's Guide to Email Marketing Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG598      Agent's Guide to Video Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG596 Best Free Writing & Grammar Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA58 How to Successfully Set SMART Goals: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG565 ShopRitterIM: https://shopritterim.com/ The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt 1: Market Yourself: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list-pt-1-market-yourself/   References: “Direct Mail Marketing Campaigns.” Lead Concepts, Lead Concepts, 1 May 2024, www.leadconcepts.com/direct-mail/. “Free Design Tool: Presentations, Video, Social Media | CANVA.” Canva, Canva, www.canva.com/. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Have You Thought about Postcards?” Custom Online Business Printing & Design | MOO US, MOO, www.moo.com/us/. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Lunacy – Free Design Software for WIN, Mac, Linux.” Lunacy – Free Design Software for Win, Mac, Linux, Lunacy, www.icons8.com/lunacy. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Medicare Marketing Guidelines.” CMS.Gov, www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/managed-care-marketing/medicare-guidelines. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Microsoft Designer - Stunning Designs in a Flash.” Microsoft Designer - Stunning Designs in a Flash, Microsoft, www.designer.microsoft.com/. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Postcards.” ReminderMedia, ReminderMedia, 19 Dec. 2023, www.remindermedia.com/postcard/. Plummer, Michael. “Council Post: Three Reasons Mailers Aren't Dead in 2022.” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 15 July 2022, www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/07/14/three-reasons-mailers-arent-dead-in-2022/. “Printing & Marketing Services.” Staples.Com, Staples, www.staples.com/services/printing/. Accessed 31 July 2024. “Print & Copy Services: Office Depot.” Officedepot.com, Office Depot, www.officedepot.com/l/print-and-copy/print-services. Accessed 31 July 2024. “VistaPrint.” VistaPrint Official Website: Online Printing Services, VistaPrint, www.vistaprint.com/. Accessed 31 July 2024.   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 (fka) Twitter, https://twitter.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/

Are you struggling to stay top of mind with your real estate clients? Luke Acree shares the importance of lead nurturing and reveals his three pillars of successful marketing campaigns: frequency, impact, and trust. He explains the necessity of maintaining multiple touchpoints across various channels and underscores the significance of educational, entertaining, and endearing content in building client trust and engagement. Luke provides practical tips, such as sending personalized video messages, hosting client events, and forming partnerships with complementary businesses. He also highlights how his company, ReminderMedia, offers automated marketing solutions to keep real estate agents connected with their database. Tune in to learn how to enhance your lead nurturing strategy! Links: Follow Luke Acree on Instagram Visit Luke Acree's Website - ReminderMedia Follow Aaron Amuchastegui on Instagram Learn More About Shelby and Five Pillars Nation Get Hundreds of FREE Real Estate Tools From the Toolbox Join the 2025 Real Estate Rockstars Mastermind!

Aside from making money, what is the purpose of your business? The combination of generating a profit and being a business with purpose can't be beaten in spreading awareness and appreciation of your brand. Giving back with authenticity generates goodwill, clients, and referrals—and having an overarching goal that aligns with your values with help to sustain your soul when things get tough. Connect | Resources Connect with Stacy ·      Instagram @allweinrealtor ·      Facebook: @stacy.allwein ·      Website: allweinteam.com ·      Phone: 301-606-6716 Recommended resources ·      Book: The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren ·      Podcast episode: Ep. 478 Be a Business of Purpose and Profit (with Giveback Homes) Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Who says you need endless content to win big on Instagram? The greatest hack ever is to put your creative energy not into posting but commenting. Yep, comments are key! This week on Stay Paid, we're sharing five strategic tips to turn comments into engagement magnets. From sparking fun debates to asking killer questions, discover how to boost engagement and attract new followers—all without a single new post! Plus, you'll get our strategy of the week and answers to listeners' questions. Connect | Resources ·      BAM blog: How to Grow on Instagram (Without Posting) ·      Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

This week, we are resharing one of our most popular episodes with the one and only: Jaynie Carlucci! Jaynie is so in tune with what drives her clients and their decision-making styles that she became a top producer in the New Jersey real estate market and did more than $30 million in sales in 2022 alone! In this episode, Jaynie discusses the importance of building genuine connections and how her business background and training in neuro-associative programming (NAP) help her tap into her clients' deepest needs and wants.  Listen to find out how you can use NAP to form more genuine connections with clients.  Be sure to check out our show notes at https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode.   Connect | Resources To contact Jaynie, go to https://thebossteamcollection.com/ Email: njreboss@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenjreboss/   0:32 Introduction 1:50 Jaynie's backstory 3:05 Keys to success 6:25 Breaking into the luxury market 8:20 Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) 18:30 How to keep your brand top of mind 22:30 Building your brand early 23:28 The book that has had the most impact on Jaynie 26:40 Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit www.remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   Follow Stay Paid: https://www.tiktok.com/@staypaid_podcast https://www.facebook.com/staypaidpodcast https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

Quick—what's your personal brand? Don't worry if you don't know (well, maybe worry a little) because in this Silver Dollar episode of Stay Paid, we're explaining not only what a personal brand is but also how you can strategically build one that inspires trust and loyalty. If you do know yours, are you sure it's what you think it is? Join us to understand the nature of a personal brand and how an unmanaged one can silently destroy your business, discover a powerful exercise that will clarify your unique value proposition into a single, compelling sentence, and get three resources you can leverage to enhance and promote your professional identity.

This week on Stay Paid, we're speaking with Katie Lucie, real estate agent, contributor to Broke Agent Media (BAM), and hyperlocal expert on all things in Juniper, Florida. She's rocking her numbers, and during her interview, she shares the most important prerequisite to a farming strategy that works right out of the gate, how to integrate your geofarming plan with neighborhood events, why social media vanity metrics don't deserve your attention, and how to manage your home life and work life and still get it all done. She also offers her best advice for agents navigating this potentially career-changing market.

  Elevate your business and move into the modern world of digital marketing. We've compiled the ultimate guide; listen for best practices, resources, and expert tips!   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Full-Service Digital Marketing Resources: $99 Social: https://www.99dollarsocial.com/ AgentMethods: https://www.agentmethods.com/ ConcierageBee: https://conciergebee.com/ Disruptive Advertising: https://disruptiveadvertising.com/ Firebelly Marketing: https://www.firebellymarketing.com/ Ignite Visibility: https://ignitevisibility.com/ KlientBoost: https://www.klientboost.com/ Lyfe Marketing: https://www.lyfemarketing.com/ ReminderMedia: https://remindermedia.com/ SEO Discovery: https://www.seodiscovery.com/   Self-Service Digital Marketing Resources: Constant Contact: https://www.constantcontact.com/ HostGator : https://www.hostgator.com/ HubSpot: https://www.hubspot.com/ Google Ads: https://ads.google.com/home/ Google Business Profile: https://www.google.com/business/ GoDaddy: https://www.godaddy.com/ MailChimp: https://mailchimp.com/ SocialBee: https://socialbee.com/   Squarespace: https://www.squarespace.com/ Wix: https://www.wix.com/ WordPress: https://wordpress.com/   Freelance Resources: Hubstaff Talent: https://hubstafftalent.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/   Tutorials: How to Create a Facebook Business Page in 7 Steps: https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/how-to-create-a-facebook-business-page-in-7-steps/309107 How to Create a Google Business Profile: https://www.constantcontact.com/blog/how-to-create-a-google-my-business-profile/ How to Set Up and Optimize Google My Business in 5 Minutes: https://blog.hootsuite.com/google-my-business/ How to Use Meta (Facebook) Business Manager: Complete Guide: https://blog.hootsuite.com/facebook-business-manager-guide/   Ritter Resources: 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia's Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Agent Apps | Apps for Social Media Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52 Agent Apps | Project Management Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA27 Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231011 Four Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG391 Generate Medicare Leads Using Marketing Materials from ShopRitterIM: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG511 How to Keep Social Media Professional and Personal Simultaneously: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG443 Registration Link: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Ritter & ReminderMedia Partnership Offers Agents New Marketing Solutions: https://ritterim.com/blog/ritter-and-remindermedia-partnership-offers-agents-new-marketing-solutions/ Shop & Enroll Information: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/ The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt 2: Keeping in Touch with Clients: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list-pt-2-keeping-in-touch-with-clients/   References: 187 Must Know Digital Marketing Statistics: https://www.demandsage.com/digital-marketing-statistics/ Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-communications-marketing-guidelines-2-9-2022.pdf Online Marketing: The Who, The What, Why, & How of Digital Marketing: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/what-is-digital-marketing Share of those 65 and older who are tech users has grown in the past decade: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2022/01/13/share-of-those-65-and-older-who-are-tech-users-has-grown-in-the-past-decade/ The Ultimate Guide to Content Marketing in 2023: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/content-marketing   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 Twitter, https://twitter.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/ 

  Learn the ins and outs of traditional marketing insurance agents can use to promote their business. We cover the whole process: types of marketing materials, use cases, and where to source them!   Read text version   Design Resources: 99Designs: https://99designs.com/ Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/    Freelancer: https://www.freelancer.com/ Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/   Print Resources: 4imprint: https://www.4imprint.com/ Carvertise: https://carvertise.com/ FASTSIGNS: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Lead Concepts: https://leadconcepts.com/ MOO: https://www.moo.com/us/ Office Depot Printing Services: https://www.officedepot.com/l/print-and-copy/print-services Printful: https://www.printful.com/ Staples Print & Marketing Services: https://www.staples.com/services/printing/ Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/ Vistaprint: https://www.vistaprint.com/ Wrapify: https://wrapify.com/   Ritter Resources: Four Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG391 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia's Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Generate Medicare Leads Using Marketing Materials from ShopRitterIM: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG511 Registration Link: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Ritter & ReminderMedia Partnership Offers Agents New Marketing Solutions: https://ritterim.com/blog/ritter-and-remindermedia-partnership-offers-agents-new-marketing-solutions/ Shop & Enroll Information: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/   ShopRitterIM.com Resources: General: https://shopritterim.com/    Leads: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=leads Pens: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=pens Print Products: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=print   Promotional/Tradeshow Products: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=promo   Specialty Resources: AllOver Media: https://allovermedia.com/ ReminderMedia Branded Magazine Info: https://remindermedia.com/branded-magazines/ Ritter Agents working with ReminderMedia: https://remindermedia.com/ritter-insurance-get-started-today/   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 Twitter, https://twitter.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/ 

This week, we speak with Ramon Casaus, founder of author, podcast host, ROC Real Estate Partners, and creator for Broke Agent Media (BAM). He believes that as the industry evolves, listing agents will have the advantage. In fact, he's already made the decision to work exclusively with sellers. He also thinks that as competition increases, real estate professionals will need to partner with “big money” to survive. ROC recently partnered with PLACE, a multibillion-dollar real estate tech company, which has enabled his team to sell 500 homes a year. Join us to better understand the power of expired listings to grow your business faster and easier, find out a brilliant tactic to start conversations with disheartened sellers that instantly builds credibility, and discover more about PLACE and how it fixes two of the problems brokerages have never been able to solve.

Tracy Lownsberry is a top 1% producer and the founder of “Annuity Giants”—the largest Facebook group for licensed professionals who sell annuities. Join us to discover his highly effective lead-gen strategy that flies in the face of what most annuity sales professionals are doing, the one thing every Facebook ad campaign must have to avoid losing precious leads, and a superior sales strategy that deliberately downplays attempts to sell.

  Carry your business into modern times by utilizing digital communications to the fullest. Learn how you can create quality interactions via email, phone, and social media.   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   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 Twitter, https://twitter.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/    Resources: 5 Basic Care Tips for Your Electronic Devices: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG484 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia's Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Agent Apps | How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809 Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906 Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG515 Digital Marketing for Insurance Agents: Our Top Tips to Boost Business: https://ritterim.com/blog/digital-marketing-for-insurance-agents-our-top-tips-to-boost-business/ Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Great Insurance Agent? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG326 Empowering Agents Through Technology ft. Aaron Kassover: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG458 How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG305 Ritter Can Help You Stay in Touch with Your Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG488 Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents FREE eBook download: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/ Why Being a Likeable Agent is Good for Your Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433   References: 5 Reasons Why Multitasking Makes You Less Productive: https://www.yourdigitalresource.com/post/youre-less-productive-when-youre-multitasking 11 Free Email Hacks to Step Up Your Productivity: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/email-hacks-productivity 80 Customer Service Statistics: 8 Lessons to Fuel Growth in 2020 and Beyond: https://www.groovehq.com/customer-service-statistics Behind the Sciences: How to Write A Professional Email Fast: https://www.yesware.com/blog/how-to-write-a-professional-email/ Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V Share of those 65 and older who are tech users has grown in the past decade: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2022/01/13/share-of-those-65-and-older-who-are-tech-users-has-grown-in-the-past-decade/ Six Telephone Communication Skills Tips for Customer Service: https://www.skillsyouneed.com/rhubarb/customer-service-telephone-skills.html The Science Behind Answering the Phone with a Smile: https://www.smiledog.io/smiling-on-phone/

In this episode, we explain the five love languages as described by Gary Chapman in his book The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts. From each, we draw a lesson that leaders can use to create better relationships with the people they work for, with, and adjacent to. Join us to find out the error we often make when communicating with others, even when we understand their perspectives, learn the many ways you can specifically connect with people who speak different love languages, and discover why it is important to first understand your own love language before seeking to understand others'.

We're a month into the new year, and we've taken stock of how ReminderMedia (the company behind Stay Paid) performed in 2023. The bottom line: we missed our revenue goals. But more importantly, we figured out why. In today's Silver Dollar episode, we're sharing the super valuable lesson we learned to stop you from making the same mistake that cost us millions of dollars in lost opportunity. Join us to find out the litmus test you must apply to your thinking before making any business decision, the indispensable business tool that will guide you toward wise choices and away from dangerous ones, and the single behavior that crushes any hope you have of achieving your goals and how to stop it. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional insights from the episode.   Connect | Resources FREE printable resources you can use to stay focused on the goals that matter: ·      Yearly Goal Planner: Includes planners for your day, week, and month ·      KPI Tracking Sheet: A tool to help you track and measure your progress You can get more free resources, including e-books, additional printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library.   0:00     Introduction 0:57     Look for patterns 2:24     Half-hearted commitment 3:22     The mistake we made     7:10     Be okay with saying no 8:21     Don't deviate from your vision 9:38     Don't settle for passive approval 12:01   Should you should angry 14:32   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit www.remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing    

We're a month into the new year, and we've taken stock of how ReminderMedia (the company behind Stay Paid) performed in 2023. The bottom line: we missed our revenue goals. But more importantly, we figured out why. In today's Silver Dollar episode, we're sharing the super valuable lesson we learned to stop you from making the same mistake that cost us millions of dollars in lost opportunity. Join us to find out the litmus test you must apply to your thinking before making any business decision, the indispensable business tool that will guide you toward wise choices and away from dangerous ones, and the single behavior that crushes any hope you have of achieving your goals and how to stop it. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional insights from the episode.   Connect | Resources FREE printable resources you can use to stay focused on the goals that matter: ·      Yearly Goal Planner: Includes planners for your day, week, and month ·      KPI Tracking Sheet: A tool to help you track and measure your progress You can get more free resources, including e-books, additional printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library.   0:00     Introduction 0:57     Look for patterns 2:24     Half-hearted commitment 3:22     The mistake we made     7:10     Be okay with saying no 8:21     Don't deviate from your vision 9:38     Don't settle for passive approval 12:01   Should you should angry 14:32   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit www.remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing    

  We're counting down the top 5 Agent Survival Guide Podcast episodes of 2023! Did your favorite episode make the cut? Join Sarah as she highlights the year's most popular episodes.   Episode Number Five: [01:31] Episode Number Four: [15:38] Episode Number Three: [40:09] Episode Number Two: [50:02] Episode Number One: [56:29]   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   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 Twitter, https://twitter.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/    Links to Individual Episodes: How to Overcome Common Insurance Sales Objections ft. Dan Ford: https://link.chtbl.com/2023DanFord Effective Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG523 Annuities vs. 401(k)s: Examining Differences That Can Matter to Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG506 4 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG521 FMO vs. IMO vs. NMO vs MGA vs GA: What's the Difference? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG508   Resources: 3 Email Marketing Campaigns Insurance Agents Should Be Sending: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGAgentMethods2 5 Things About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20230512 7 Ways to Get Involved in Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia's Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Agent Survival Guide Podcast Official Site: https://www.ritterim.com/podcast Apps to Make Your Small Business More Efficient: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA034 Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522 College Majors That Work Well In the Insurance Industry: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG516 Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG533 Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started: https://www.ritterim.com/agency-guide/ Different Types of Annuities Explained: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/understanding-the-details-of-annuities/#different-types-of-annuities Empowering Agents Through Technology featuring Aaron Kassover from AgentMethods: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG458 Find your Sales Specialist at Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Fixed Annuities vs. Indexed Annuities: What's the Difference? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG495 How Insurance FMOs Work: https://www.ritterim.com/how-insurance-fmos-work/ Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration Understanding Single-Premium Immediate Annuities: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/understanding-single-premium-immediate-annuities/     Understanding the Details of Annuities: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG343 Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG559 What Are Insurance Hierarchies & How Do They Work? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517 Your Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales eBook: https://www.ritterim.com/free-guide/   References: Agent Methods Official Site: https://www.agentmethods.com/   CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Health-Plans/ManagedCareMarketing/FinalPartCMarketingGuidelines CMS Memo [May 10, 2023] Definition of Marketing: https://www.ritterim.com/documents/cms-memos/cms-definition-of-marketing-5-10-23.pdf Medicare Advantage Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V ReminderMedia Official Site: https://remindermedia.com/

After Kevin Thompson suffered a career-ending injury as a professional baseball player, he used his earlier experience as the victim of a Ponzi scheme to become a successful registered independent advisor. That's a combo of backgrounds we just had to know more about! In addition to sharing the #1 business lesson he learned while playing for the New York Yankees, Kevin describes his approach to lead generation and details how he operationalizes his unfaltering belief in the referral-generating power of keeping in consistent touch with his clients and sphere. Join us to better understand the value of providing free resources to attract your target audience, hear how you can effectively request referrals and connect with these leads, and discover a practical cadence that will keep you in front of clients without becoming overbearing—and how easy it really is to stay top of mind. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Website: 9I Capital Group ·      LinkedIn: Kevin Thompson, RICP®, CFP® ·      YouTube: The 9Innings Podcast ·      Social media: search 9I Capital Group ·      Kevin's book: MLB to CFP®: 90 Feet and Counting You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 1:23     Kevin's backstory 2:15     Business lessons from the Yankees 4:29     Life-changing Ponzi scheme 7:17     The details matter     8:31     Starting an RIA | Your first client 10:40   Thoughts on referrals 12:44   Activities that generate referrals 16:05   How to ask for the referral 18:29   Success is driven by purpose 22:17   Coping with “no” 25:18   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

As a leader or business owner, you've undoubtedly been challenged to find, manage, and motivate talent for your team. There's no denying that there's a bit of luck involved in this process, but it also requires a great deal of skilled leadership. In this Silver Dollar episode, we reflect on our own experiences as well as the advice of experts to offer 10 things effective leaders must routinely do to ensure their people are ready, willing, and able to help their organizations grow and succeed. Join us to discover the principle condition of effective team performance on which all other tenets depend, the necessary prerequisites that encourage teams to be innovative, and the value of “stay interviews” in addition to more traditional exit interviews. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell ·      Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 2:08     The challenge of leading a team 2:36     Tip 1: Establish clear goals and expectations     3:54     Tip 2: Foster open and regular communication 5:18     Tip 3: Empower and trust your people 6:37     Tip 4: Recognize and appreciate achievement 7:42     Tip 5: Promote a positive environment 9:33     Tip 6: Encourage professional development 10:34   Tip 7: Provide opportunities for growth 11:57   Tip 8: Value work/life balance 13:11   Tip 9: Address conflict productively 14:00   Tip 10: Seek feedback and continuous improvement 16:02   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

Hiring the right people is a make-or-break endeavor for your business, but so is selecting the right referral partners. Make a mistake, and you could end up paying for it in ways beyond lost time and money. In this Silver Dollar episode, we're sharing the hiring mistakes we've learned to avoid and what we believe are some of the most critical measures you can take to ensure you've got the right people in the right seats. Listen to find out the first step in the hiring process that will quickly weed out unqualified candidates, the attributes you should weigh more heavily than job experience when considering an applicant, and how to develop a rubric that will help you identify the qualities you are looking for. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Book: Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat by Michael Masterson ·      Free tool: Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 0:34     Identify top performers from the start 4:34     Be a leader people want to follow 5:46     Create a rubric of qualifications 8:02     Don't turn red flags pink 11:07   Superstar characteristic: energy/passion 11:58   Superstar characteristic: communication 12:45   Superstar characteristic: motivation 13:31   Superstar characteristic: character 14:38   Questions to reveal character 17:59   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

When you first started your career and were trying to generate leads, someone likely told you to reach out to your sphere. But how do you do that without coming across as self-serving? Mike Wagner is a luxury home agent who runs a “day one in real estate” class for new agents. Along with explaining how to effectively connect with your sphere using handwritten notes, Mike shares his experience and his formula for ACE (automatic, consistent, and effective) marketing. Listen to find out how easy it can be to get contact information for the people in your sphere, the sensible way to use social media to nurture relationships, and how to position yourself as a successful agent in your first 90 days. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Connect with Mike at mike@mikewagner.com ·      The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, and Jay Papasan You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 1:14     Mike's backstory 1:50     New agents' biggest pain point 3:40     Mike's Class: Day 1 in Real Estate     4:56     Drilling down into your SOI 8:08     Strategy for reaching out to your sphere 11:44   You have to be willing to ask for a favor 13:43   The power of handwritten notes 15:54   90-day new agent marketing plan 18:56   Testimonial – the impact of American Lifestyle 22:15   ACE marketing and the 3-legged stool 24:29   Marketing needs to be consistent 25:29   Handwritten notes: economical, soft-touch marketing 27:06   Social media epiphany 29:53   Social media combined with handwritten notes 33:05   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

Expressing gratitude to your clients is not only a kind and considerate gesture but also a powerful way to build strong relationships. A thoughtful gift, even a modest one, will go a long way toward setting your business apart from your competitors and contribute to a positive brand image in the minds of your clients. Listen to this Silver Dollar episode to hear about a fantastic idea that elevates the impact of even the simplest gift cards, discover how to garner favor with your referral business partners while putting a smile on your clients' faces, and learn how to solve the age-old problem of what to give the client who has everything. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources Book: Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat by Michael Masterson Free e-book: “Getting Started with Relationship Marketing” You can get more free resources, including additional e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 0:51     Don't be like Luke 1:43     e-gift cards 2:31     Gift cards to local businesses 3:19     Experiences 4:35     Homemade gifts 6:11     Gifts for self-care 6:40     Donation to a charity 7:32     Hobby-related gifts 8:36     Send a video text message 9:35     Tips when giving gifts 11:40   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

Failure is a tricky thing. No one likes it, but everyone does it. It's inevitable. And yet when most people fail, they tend to get down about it.  Some are so negatively affected by failure that they stop trying and quit altogether. Still others don't try at all because they're afraid of that failure. But if we all fail at one point or another, then what makes successful people different from those just described? They've learned to fail well. Listen to this Silver Dollar episode to discover why failure is the antidote to the complacency success so often creates, two genuine benefits of failure that make a productive adulthood possible, and three ways to cope with the disappointment that mistakes can cause. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode.   Connect | Resources QBQ! The Question Behind the Question: Practicing Personal Accountability in Business and in Life by John G. Miller You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 0:53     Failure is inevitable 1:15     Failure in our own company 4:26     Failure is a great teacher [example]     5:36     Failure fosters resilience 6:58     Failure encourages creativity 8:26     Failure promotes self-reflection 10:46   Failure gives you an opportunity to start over 12:46   4 tips for dealing with failure 16:46   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/  

We're super excited about the format for this special 500th episode of Stay Paid. Borrowing from the popular Hot Ones show, we answer questions from our listeners and a few from our employees while eating hot wings. The hotter the wings get, the harder it is for us to keep our cool and make it through! But the struggle is worth it because we've some great questions that deserve equally great answers. Listen to find out the most overlooked marketing tactic that will radically elevate your brand, how we respond to a former guest who wants to know which strategy is really the best for building a brand, and our advice for winning over referral partners when you're new to the business and haven't yet built a reputation. Plus, we've got a major announcement you won't want to miss. It's about a seismic shift that's going to bring even more value to our listeners. This is big! Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      The Conversion Code: Stop Chasing Leads and Start Attracting Clients by Chris Smith ·      $100M Leads: How to Get Strangers to Want to Buy Your Stuff by Alex Hormozi ·      Traffic Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Filling Your Websites and Funnels with Your Dream Customers by Russell Brunson You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 1:25     The Hot Ones challenge 2:52     Special thank you deal 4:16     Q1: To what do you attribute your success? 7:18     Q2: What's been your biggest disagreement? 10:03   Q3: Where do you see yourselves is five years? 13:47   Q4: Where is the best pizza? 17:05   Q5: What marketing tactic do Realtors® often overlook? 20:46   Q6: What would you say to agents who only want to do free marketing? 23:58   Q7: Cold-calling/door knocking vs. client events/magazines—what's your take? 28:21   Q8: What's your advice to graduates looking to start their careers in marketing? 32:35   Bonus Questions 36:12   Q9: What's the best way to attract referral partners when you're new to sales? 40:40   Q10: What is the one thing that, if it gets done, causes everything else to fall into place? 43:45   Announcing a new Stay Paid feed 48:01   Action Item   We Take on the Hot Ones Challenge & Answer Listeners' Questions   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

We all want to be able to do more in the 24 hours we get each day. But juggling multiple balls at once means that no single ball gets 100% of your attention—and that's bad for your business. In this Silver Dollar episode, we discuss how a loss of focus injured the growth of our own company, why it can be difficult to say no to opportunities, and the startling impact the pursuit of multiple goals has on productivity. Listen to discover how implementing multiple initiatives puts your bottom line at risk, the strategy used by Warren Buffet to prioritize his goals, incredibly disturbing research about the inefficiency created by multitasking and interruptions, and tips for effectively maximizing your productivity. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Book: The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss ·      You can get free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. 0:00     Introduction 0:51     Signs of a lack of focus 1:19     Story about Bills Gates and Warren Buffet 2:00     Poor company growth 2:51     The cost of not being focused 3:49     Be an optimistic realist 5:10     The need for discipline 8:45     The price of interruptions/multitasking 11:01   Big success comes from intense focus 15:45   Action Item   The Skill Set That Transforms Businesses and Lives

Peter Fournier is the cofounder of All Things Insurance Group, a national IMO of 520 brokers and agents, and a crazy-effective sales agent in his own right—but his success didn't happen overnight. After 13+ years of learning his craft, Peter now coaches his brokers and agents how to secure three to five referrals with every sale. And today, he's sharing his killer strategy with us. When you listen, you'll discover a foolproof referral script that has clients feeling like they're receiving concierge service, simple steps you can take to stay in front of your clients, and the most important criteria to consider before joining a brokerage. Be sure to check out the show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for a complete summary and additional details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources Connect ·      Social media: @peterjfournier on all platforms ·      Website: allthingsinsurancegroup.com ·      Training: petefournier.com   Book recommendations ·      Big Money Energy: How to Rule at Work, Dominate at Life, and Make Millions by Ryan Serhant ·      Powershift: Transform Any Situation, Close Any Deal, and Achieve Any Outcome by Daymond John with Daniel Paisner ·      The 10X Rule: The Only Difference between Success and Failure by Grant Cardone ·      Sell or Be Sold: How to Get Your Way in Business and in Life by Grant Cardone Free e-book ·      Lead Generation for Insurance Brokers You can get more free resources, including additional e-books and lead magnets to attract new leads, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/ Are you and insurance agent looking to get more referrals? Visit: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidinsurance/ to learn more   0:00     Introduction 2:19     Peter's backstory 3:39     A $73K weekend 5:39     Staying in front of your clients 8:15     How to ask for a referral (strategy) 11:33   Referral closing ratio 12:14   Client touchpoint strategy 14:31   How to recruit agents 17:15   How to persevere in lean times 20:00   Recommended books 23:56     Action Item      

We're talking with Jason Smith and Dave Alison, the CEO and COO, respectively, of Clarity 2 Prosperity. Together, they explain how the techniques described in Jason's book, The Bucket Plan, take an intangible service like financial planning and turn it into a process that prospects can experience and understand. The basic principles that inform their tactics are ones that professionals in any industry who sell complicated services or intangible products can use to move prospects forward in the sales process. When you listen, you'll learn four steps you can use to package your wisdom into a process clients can understand, a simple technique to dramatically increase your clients' engagement while enhancing your authority and credibility, and the power of stories, analogies, and visuals to eliminate confusion and persuade an audience.  Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      The Bucket Plan: Protecting and Growing Your Assets for a Worry-Free Retirement by Jason Smith ·      Free e-book: “Lead Generation for Financial Advisors” ·      You can get more free resources, including lead magnets and additional e-books, by visiting our Resource Library. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 1:17     Jason and Dave's backstory 2:00     Origins of the Bucket Plan 4:41     Selling a 4-step, tangible process 8:35     Visualization | Let clients see the process 11:11   Advisors #1 job is to simplify 16:00   The impact of simplicity [Golden Nugget] 17:39   The psychology of engaging your clients 19:37   A structured process is scalable 20:42   Using the process for lead generation 23:11   Book recommendations 28:00     Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/ I Insurance agent looking for your own personally branded magazine? Visit: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidfinancial/

We interview Kostya Kimlat, a magician who has helped refocus and reenergize the sales and customer service staff at dozens of well-known companies, including Balfour Beatty, Walt Disney World, Morgan Stanley, and Siemens. (You may know him as the guest who stumped Penn and Teller on their show Penn & Teller: Fool Us.) His ability to translate “thinking like a magician” and managing “perceptual transactions” to creating your desired effect in clients is not only unique but also incredibly insightful and useful. When you listen, you'll learn a genius strategy to dramatically increase access to more prospects instantaneously and without depleting your resources, tips for how to read a room and know what each person needs to stay engaged and satisfied, and four simple steps to create interest and build trust with any audience in any situation. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Website: thebusinessmagician.com ·      Watch Kostya's performance on Penn & Teller: Fool Us ·      Hocus Pocus Practice Focus: The Making of a Magician by Amy Kimlat We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. 0:00     Introduction 1:06     Kostya's backstory 1:57     Businesses should “think like a magician” 3:24     Customers prefer magicians to jugglers 4:33     Focus on perceptual management 5:42     From magician to motivational speaker 8:31     Thoughts on marketing 10:39   Fast growth vs slow and steady 13:25   Optimizing his opportunity with Penn & Teller 15:32   Getting into your audience's heads [Golden Nugget] 18:59   Reading visual cues | Paying attention 23:16   Ways to connect with different needs of your audience 29:27   The illusion of reading minds 30:32   Being shaped by adversity 34:41   Kostya fools Luke and Josh 40:04   Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/ Want to request a free sample of our magazine? Visit: https://remindermedia.com/staypaidnewagent/

The idea of having a difficult conversation is uncomfortable primarily because we expect the other person to become defensive—and rarely are we disappointed. But what if you could soften, even eliminate their defensive posture? In this episode, we share six proven tactics that will not only dramatically reduce the tension that tough conversations create but also earn you the respect of the other person. When you listen, you'll discover the main cause of challenging discussions and how to eliminate it, how to immediately set a tone that will encourage cooperation, and three key points you must include in every effective confrontation. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/   0:00     Introduction 1:38     One skill that exponentially improves your life     3:42     The benefit of being radically candid 5:00     Step 1: Tell them this is a difficult conversation 8:50     Step 2: Step 2: Ask permission 9:29     Step 3: Own your part of the problem 11:19   Step 4: Own your feelings (F.B.I.) 13:24   Step 5: Be specific with the details 16:16   Step 6: Listen and seek to understand 20:10   Action Item

We've got six tips for how you can enhance your influence and deeply connect with an audience, whether it consists of one or one hundred. Put into practice, these tips will enhance your sales presentations, your day-to-day conversations, and even your personal relationships. When you tune in, you'll find out a never-fails question you can ask to ensure your audience got the message you wanted them to, the strategy that ensures your audience will empathize with you and your message, and how to build your confidence when addressing an audience regardless of the topic, time, place, or occasion. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication: Apply Them and Make the Most of Your Message by John C. Maxwell We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   0:00     Introduction 0:51     Communicate for wealth and influence 4:05     Tip #1: Be an amazing listener and observer 5:25     How to get feedback 7:09     Tip #2: Connect through emotion 8:54     Know yourself and your audience 10:38   Tip #3: Speak with conviction 12:08   Tip #4: Prepare to be confident 15:43   Tip #5: Keep it simple 17:26   Tell stories     0:00     Action Item   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/   6 Dynamic Strategies to Become a Communication Virtuoso

Some of the most successful guests we've spoken to on Stay Paid agree that having a loyal group of social media followers is indispensable to growing a business. But having followers suggests that there is a leader, so the key question is how do you become a leader that others want to follow? In today's Silver Dollar episode, we talk about how to build a tribe that is invested in your success. When you listen, you'll discover the biggest mistake people make when trying to grow an audience on social media, the secret to standing apart and above the vast majority of businesses on these platforms, and the fundamental reason why people join and stick with a tribe. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin ·      Tribes: The Ultimate Guide to Create a Following for Your Business Using Social Media by Seth Godin We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. 0:00     Introduction 0:54     What defines a tribe 2:29     Your vibe, your tribe, your niche 4:15     Tribe leaders need to be remarkable 6:52     Quality leaders provide value to their tribe 9:23     Be intentional about people allowed into your life 13:31   Action Item Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/

There is one thing that the world's most successful entrepreneurs all have in common: they act. It's the real secret to their success. In this episode, we explain a very simple strategy that will enable you to take meaningful action—and produce guaranteed business growth. Join us to find out why school dropouts seem to have a knack for becoming super successful businesspeople, which business ideas are most likely to succeed while the majority of other ideas fail, what it means (in practical terms) to “fail fast,” and a three-step strategy that will safely get you to the other side. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat by Michael Masterson We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   The Ironclad Key to Growing Your Business

Marie Lee ditched all her lead-generation strategies except one—posting content on Instagram. Of course, there is a keen method to her madness, and it's working to the tune of $10 million in sales in only two years. When you listen to her interview, you'll hear her explain what she does, how she does it, and the advice she has for agents who want to experience their own success. Tune in to discover the key strategy for turning your Instagram followers into paying clients, a tried-and-true technique for posting content that ensures your audience will keep coming back for more, and three criteria you can use to generate content that will resonate with your followers. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Connect with Marie on Instagram: @movemetotennessee ·      Recommended book: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. 0:00     Introduction 1:38     Marie's backstory 3:35     Her move into real estate 5:06     Going all-in on Instagram 7:55     Driving business with a niche strategy 9:47     Content strategy to promote reach/exposure     11:59   Moving/nurturing leads through her funnel 14:02   Her email strategy 17:56   Her Reel content strategy 20:35   Following people outside your industry  22:28   Gaining efficiencies [Golden Nugget] 25:08   Advice for new agents 28:25   Action Item Want to become unforgettable with your own personally branded magazine? Visit: https://remindermedia.com/forgottenagent/ Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/ Follow Stay Paid: https://www.tiktok.com/@staypaid_podcast  https://www.facebook.com/staypaidpodcast https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast How to Grow Your Instagram | Agent's ORGANIC Secret Netted $7M

Savvy entrepreneurs know that their brand is their most valuable asset, and they take great care in controlling it because they know if they don't, someone else will. In this episode, you'll discover the six essential steps for building and promoting a brand that your audience will consider their go-to choice for the service or product you provide. Listen to find out the elements of authenticity that will attract an audience, how to ensure you website immediately captures and builds visitors' trust, and the results-driven formula to use when developing an irresistible value proposition. Be sure to check out our show notes at staypaidpodcast.com for more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode. Connect | Resources ·      Article: “How to Build a Personal Brand (Complete Guide)” from Thinkific.com. ·      Book: Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller ·      Tool: answerthepublic.com We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   Want Josh and Luke to help you with your marketing? Visit https://remindermedia.com/StayPaidMarketing/   0:00     Introduction 0:54     Competition among brands 1:25     Brand control 2:18     Step 1: Build a foundation 4:22     Step 2: Choose a target audience 5:38     Step 3: Create an irresistible value proposition 7:21     Step 4: Optimize your personal website 10:55   Step 5: Create a content strategy 14:07   Step 6: Build a community 16:56   Action Item