• 33. Upgrade Your Identity, Impact, Income, Business, and Legacy
    Sep 25 2025

    Multiply your impact, income, and possibilities by expanding your vision of how you see yourself and your identity as a professional.


    • Expanding your vision beyond your current achievements is essential for continued growth as an insurance agency owner.


    • Your self-identity acts as a financial thermostat, influencing both your willingness to pursue greater opportunities and your comfort with higher levels of success.


    • Evolving from agent to agency owner, then to entrepreneur, and finally to a person focused on impact and legacy, unlocks new levels of business and personal fulfillment.


    • The broader your self-concept, the more you can positively impact others, create lasting businesses, and contribute to your community and legacy.


    ​• Regularly revisiting and upgrading your identity leads to ongoing growth, greater confidence, and the ability to set and achieve more expansive goals.



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    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    12 mins
  • 32. Agency A, B, or C? How Your Agency Positioning Attracts or Repels Top Producers
    Sep 18 2025

    Choose your level of impact, wealth, & clientele by deciding what level of professionalism you will deliver.


    • There are three types of agencies, with the most effective being those that help clients identify and achieve their goals and dreams.


    • Customers and team members prefer agencies that offer comprehensive, personalized service over those that provide only basic asset protection.


    • Agencies focused solely on asset protection are at risk of being replaced by technology and larger competitors.


    • Engaging clients in conversations about their goals leads to stronger relationships and greater loyalty.


    • The way an agency positions and presents itself is key to attracting top producers and achieving long-term success.



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    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    8 mins
  • 31. Who You Should Hire Next
    Sep 11 2025

    Stop wasting money on help you don't need and hire the people who will create greater free time for you & results for your business.


    • Focus your time on the three activities that have the highest impact and generate the most income for your business.


    • Make a list of tasks you dislike or aren’t good at, and work to delegate them so you can concentrate on what you do best.


    • Review your current team’s responsibilities and ensure everyone is clear on their top three priorities.


    • For tasks that haven’t been assigned, consider offering incentives or bonuses to encourage your team to take them on.


    • Use your list of unassigned or disliked tasks to guide your next hire or contractor, freeing yourself from low-value work.



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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    8 mins
  • 28. The 3 Experts for Your Multiline Insurance Agency
    Sep 10 2025

    Simplify Your Staffing, Hiring, Onboarding, Compensation, Training & Firing by Running Your Agency with 3 Primary Roles


    • Staffing the agency with the right experts in each role optimizes profit and creates a more automatic agency.
    • Different sales require different experts, so it is important to avoid mismatching roles.
    • Retention experts maintain & service the book of business, reduce lapses, and set appointments for multiline experts.
    • P&C Acquisition & Growth Experts GENERATE business for the agency with networking, marketing, & calling activity.
    • Multiline experts focus on selling additional products and ensuring the best coverage for clients.



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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    20 mins
  • 30. The 3-Day Weekend Decision
    Sep 4 2025

    Change your business, life, freedom, & future by making & honoring 1 simple decision.


    • The 3-Day Weekend Decision encourages professionals to restructure their workweek, aiming for more productivity in fewer days and enjoying a consistent three-day weekend.


    • By prioritizing high-impact tasks and eliminating unnecessary work, individuals can achieve better work-life balance and increased job satisfaction.


    • The approach challenges traditional work norms, advocating for smarter—not harder—work strategies that lead to more free time and less burnout.


    • Implementing the 3-Day Weekend Decision requires intentional planning, clear boundaries, and a focus on results rather than hours spent at work.


    • Embracing this decision can lead to greater personal freedom, improved mental health, and the opportunity to pursue passions outside of work.



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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    6 mins
  • 29. Sales Mastery Stages for Insurance Professionals
    Apr 11 2024

    Go beyond merely selling… or selling competently… and learn how to connect with your prospects in their preferred way of learning, interacting, and buying.




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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    7 mins
  • 27. Paying Profitable Base Salaries in Your Insurance Agency
    Nov 9 2023

    Make Each Team Member Profitable by Rewarding them for Retaining Your Renewal Book


    • Pay base salaries based on the amount of business each team member services / renews to create fair compensation, high employee retention rates, and long-term profitability.
    • Offer draws or advances against bonuses to attract talented individuals hesitant to work for commission-only. 
    • Evaluate each employee's profitability and their contribution to the agency's revenue.
    • Confirm that employees with base salaries generate enough renewals to make the agency & the owner a profit.
    • Paying a base salary to a P&C Rainmaker who only focuses on business acquisition (and does no service or retention work) can result in financial losses for the agency.



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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    17 mins
  • 26. Staffing Your Insurance Agency for Optimum Profit
    Nov 3 2023

    Save $25k to $50k or More in Staffing Expenses

    This Year & Every Year by Having

    the Right Number of Team Members

    at the Right Base Salary Amount


    • Staffing the agency profitably and prioritizing the renewal agency, focusing on PNC renewals, is crucial.
    • Determining the right number of team members can be challenging and often relies on inadequate information.
    • Analyzing income statements separately for renewal and first-year sales agencies is recommended to ensure profitability.
    • Overstaffing can be costly, while proper staffing can lead to significant savings and financial growth.
    • Paying base salaries helps incentivize employees to generate renewal sales, which are crucial for stability and success.



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    We’ll Discuss Your

    • Biggest Goal - If you or your agency could only achieve 1 thing in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Value of Biggest Goal - What's it worth to you (money, free time and / or happiness) to achieve this goal?
    • Biggest Frustration - If you could "fix" 1 thing in your agency in the next 12 months, what would it be?
    • Frustration Cost - What is your biggest frustration COSTING you (money, free time and / or happiness)?


    Then, We’ll Discuss the Plan & Expected Results

    • Which goal(s) are likely to be achieved and how long it usually takes, based on our experience.
    • The best way to help you achieve your goals, based on your style and time available to implement.
    • Your anticipated time investments & money investments.
    • What guarantees we can make


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    20 mins