Planet of the Agents Insurance Podcast
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -The Ultimate Insurance Agents podcast for the property and casualty insurance industry. Grow your agency, retain clients, compete in the modern world.
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News and Insurance Headlines in the Property and Casualty Insurance Business April 2024
April 16, 2024 11:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBInsurance headlines from the property and casualty insurance agency business in 2024. Auto insurance, property insurance, homeowners insurance rates are changing and carriers are pulling out of the market. Do your clients know what's going on in insurance? Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/ Sign up for insurance agent social events at: https://insurancesocials.com
Opportunity for P&C Agents in the Hard Market
April 11, 2024 12:00 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBIn today's episode of planet of the agents, I discuss the hard market in property and casualty insurance and the opportunity that insurance agents have. There is no time like the present to seize the opportunity. Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/ Sign up for insurance agent social events at: https://insurancesocials.com
Insurance Agency Affirmations - Why it's amazing to be a P&C insurance agent
April 01, 2024 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBIn today's episode of planet of the agents, I'm going to discuss some of the wonderful reasons that we are so lucky to be in the insurance industry. With your insurance agent, broker, wholesaler, or play another role in the business, there is so many things to be happy about. Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/ Sign up for insurance agent social events at: https://insurancesocials.com
Responding to client questions and being more efficient at your insurance agency.
March 18, 2024 11:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBDo you spend a lot of your time trying answer the same questions over and over? Why not create a system where you and your team can easily have ready for both phone conversations and emails to put your entire staff on the same page and reduce the work of trying to come up with the answer over and over. Insurance agents already work so hard, so why not make life at your instance agency just a little easier? Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/ Sign up f...
Choosing Insurance Agency Software
February 05, 2024 13:00 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MBChoosing the right software for your insurance agency is not easy. There are a lot of features that you nee, and many that you actually do not need that are included with many software packages. In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will discuss the options available to property and casualty insurance agents in the different software from which they can choose. ---- Make sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/
Going to the Insurance Agents Convention - Why P&C Insurance Agents should go to events and networking
September 29, 2023 13:00 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBI love P&C insurance agent and insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage convention. In this episode, I will discus my recent experience at the insurance convention and why I appreciate what I can gain from a convention. ---- Make sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com
Managing tasks at your insurance agency | Property and Casualty insurance agency ideas
August 09, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes - 20.1 MBIf you are a P&C insurance agent or insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage. Your plate is full and there are another hundred items on your list that you need to complete. In this episode of Planet of the Agents, I discus different wants to manage tasks in your insurance business. You have options with an AMS, CRM, and even other task managers that might make your life easier. ---- Make sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at planeto...
3 Ways to Market Your Insurance Agency
August 01, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 34 MBLet's talk about marketing your insurance agency and how to grow your property and casualty business. P&C agents are feeling the squeeze in certain insurance markets, so now is the time to look at how you can improve your marketing. *** Sign up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com
Why insurance agents have unlimited opportunity, even in a bad economy?
July 25, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes - 38.2 MBP&C Insurance Agents (property and casualty agents) have so much opportunity in both a good economy and a bad economy. Things are always changing, but an insurance agent can stay stable. ---- Make sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com
Lessons from 19 Years in the Insurance Industry
July 15, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 37.4 MBWith 19 years in the insurance industry, I have learned some valuable lessons about working in P&C insurance. I've spent time as a retail agent and wholesaler, so I have my share of stories an experiences. I also share my big takeaway from my experiences. Sign up for planetoftheagents.com today to get my newsletter
Hard times and a tough economy could mean opportunity for insurance agents.
February 22, 2023 19:05 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBWe cannot predict the future, but there is a lot of talk about a tough economy. What does a bad economy mean for P&C insurance agents? Does it hurt them or does it present them with new opportunities if they are flexible and can adapt. Sign up for planetoftheagents.com today for free to get access to additional resources.
2% commissions are here and dealing with lower commissions as an insurance agent
January 27, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBIt's hard to believe that we are seeing such commission cuts, but they are here and now, an an insurance agency, that you can do to help your business continue. I also include my prediction for the future of commissions for insurance agents. Sign up for planetoftheagents.com today for free to get access to additional resources.
Planning for the Future at Your Insurance Agency
December 22, 2022 21:24 - 21 minutes - 39.1 MBSure, things are always changing in the insurance agency business, but with all of the new technology and other things going on in the world, there could be any more changes coming for insurance agents. With that in mind, it's also a great time to subscribe to the newsletter so that you'll be ready for things to come: https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/
Will the looming recession destroy your insurance agency? Are you ready for what might be coming
December 07, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 Disclaimer: Any information provided in this video is purely information and educational and not to be considered advice. By watching or listening to this video, you agree to these terms. You love the podcast and now you can join me on the Youtube show. #insuranceagency #insuranceagent...
Defining your P&C insurance agency? Is your agency special?
November 30, 2022 12:28 - 18 minutes - 34.2 MBCan a personal lines insurance agent and commercial lines agent find niches and create a pipeline of business? Marketing insurance is one thing, but marketing and insurance agency is different. 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 Disclaimer: Any information provided in this video is purely information and educational and no...
Giving thanks - be happy that you are an insurance agent
November 23, 2022 19:47 - 18 minutes - 34.4 MBMake sure to subscribe to the newsletter and join at planetoftheagents.com
Do you do everything yourself at your insurance agency? P&C agents wear many hats. Delegating and outsourcing.
November 14, 2022 18:00 - 18 minutes - 34 MBProperty and casualty insurance agents have so many tasks. Some are very important, some are very urgent, some are always pending in the background and put on the back burner. It's not easy being a P&C insurance agent, but it is worth it, especially if you love it. The next step in running your insurance agency is trying to operate it smoothly and to take some of the pressures off or yourself. Make sure that you join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get more insights. ...
Why is the insurance agent business full of negativity? A tale of two conventions
October 19, 2022 22:13 - 27 minutes - 38 MBSign up for free access to planetoftheagents.com to get access to the newsletter and the agency resources section today.
Insurance agent conventions - why I love going to tradeshows and what I learn
September 23, 2022 16:24 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MBDisclaimer: Any information provided in this video is purely information and educational and not to be considered advice. By watching or listening to this video, you agree to these terms. You love the podcast and now you can join me on the Youtube show at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA Episode 49 of Planet of the Agents - The show for P&C Insurance Agents
Hard to quote vs Hard to Place Insurance
September 19, 2022 14:27 - 14 minutes - 20.2 MB>>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com If you are a property and casualty insurance agent, then you may be looking for new opportunity in the current market. Things are change for P&C insurance agents, with commission cuts, new carrier guidelines, and other challenges facing agents. There is a difference between insurance that is hard-to-place and hard-to-quote. I share my thoughts on how these are different while challe...
Special tribute to the passing of my dog and why do P&C insurance rates keep going up?
August 04, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MB>>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com Join me as I say farewell to my incredible dog of 13 years and as I review talking points that you can use at your agency about why rates continue to increase. This was a tough episode for me to make, but it had to be done.
Dealing with your insurance clients and rate increases | P&C Insurance Agents Podcast
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB>>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com
Reducing Friction at your insurance agency | Is your P&C insurance agency easy to work with?
July 20, 2022 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB>>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com You want more clients and you want to keep the clients that you have. Online companies are seen as easy to access, so how can your agency compete?
5 Ideas for Improving Your Insurance Agency without adding staff
July 13, 2022 20:21 - 18 minutes - 26 MBYou love the podcast and now you can join me on the Youtube show. #insuranceagency #insuranceagents #insuranceagent 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 Disclaimer: Any information provided in this video is purely information and educational and not to be considered advice. By watching or listening to this video, you agree to th...
4th of July Special Episode - relaxing and planning for your insurance business
July 01, 2022 19:07 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBYou love the podcast and now you can join me on the Youtube show. #insuranceagency #insuranceagents 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 Disclaimer: Any information provided in this video is purely information and educational and not to be considered advice. By watching or listening to this video, you agree to these terms.
Headlines from the P&C Insurance Industry - What's in store for insurance agents?
June 27, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBInsurance headlines from the property and casualty industry - are they positive for the future of insurance agents or do are their rough times ahead for your agency. Let's dive into the headlines on this episode. 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1
The future of personal lines insurance agents + Bonus Thought: Why I do this show
May 19, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB** Subscribe to the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com ** Will auto insurance, home insurance, and other personal lines be part of your P&C insurance agency in the future? With so many new integrations and products being embedded into the sales process, it looks like it's going to get harder. Is commercial insurance the future for insurance agents?
What is is happening to the P&C insurance business? Bumpy road ahead?
May 05, 2022 15:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBWhat is new in the world of P&C insurance agents? In this episode I am going to talk about what I am hearing from agents so that we can focus on coming up with solutions and ideas. It can also help to hear what is happening with others, so that you realize that it might not be just something that you have to manage. ***. Remember to join the free newsletter at planetoftheagents.com *** Disclaimer: Any views or opinions here are provided for purely informational purposes. Noth...
What type of insurance agency do you have? Is it where you want to be.
December 21, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBThe year is almost over, so it's time to reflect on where we are headed. If your insurance agency is not the type that you want, if it's not living up to your vision, then it's time to make a plan. Where do you want to be and how are you going to get there? I am going to discuss this and more in this holiday episode. ***. Remember to join the free newsletter at planetoftheagents.com *** Disclaimer: Any views or opinions here are provided for purely informational purposes. Noth...
Stirring up insurance agency business during the holidays
December 14, 2021 15:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBRemember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get access to the free membership section and the agency resources page. Disclaimer: Any views or opinions here are provided for purely informational purposes. Nothing is to be construed as advice of any kind.
Issues affecting insurance agents now and how to deal with them
December 10, 2021 15:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBThings are always changing for insurance agents an agencies, but they are manageable and despite the competition you can continue to survive and thrive. In the episode I'm going to talk about some things that are affecting insurance agents and insurance agencies this year and what we can do about them. Remember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get access to the free membership section and the agency resources page. Disclaimer: Any views or opinions here are pro...
The 777 Growth Method for Insurance Agents
April 29, 2021 14:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBMake sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get a copy of the easy spreadsheet for using the 777 growth method for your insurance agency.
Insurance agent technology: My Interview with Justin Lair from Agency Revolution
April 13, 2021 14:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MB-- Subscribe to the newsletter for actionable information for insurance agents at planetoftheagents.com -- A little bit of technology can really change your insurance agency's customer pipeline. In this episode, Justin and I will discuss lead generation, follow ups and retention. Having the right software can really help you take your business further and also to save some clients that you might lose.
New Opportunities for Insurance Agents in Commercial and Personal Lines
April 06, 2021 14:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB--- Make sure to sign up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get information on new opportunities for agents --- In this episode I will discuss some short-term and longer-term trends in commercial and personal lines that insurance agents can use to get new business or to work on a plan for the future. P&C insurance agents (property and casualty agents) have a lot of opportunity to quote different things, which means that even when the economy changes or we have social s...
The Path of Least Resistance
February 16, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 33 MBRemember to subscribe to the newsletter at http://planetoftheagents.com/ for more exciting insurance agency information.
Episode 32 - The Path of Least Resistance
February 16, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 33 MBThere's a good chance that you are frustrated with getting quotes and the various processes. I'll tell you what I found in a recent comparison and how I made a a simple road map to make things more efficient.
Agency Retention is more important now than ever
February 09, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB--- Sign up for the newsletter today at www.planetoftheagents.com --- People are likely losing some clients as small businesses close and as drivers are working from home, and thus looking for ways to save money on car insurance. You can't win them all, nor can you keep every client. There are only so many hours in the day, so decide what you can and cannot focus on. In this episode I discuss retention, basic questions to ask, and review a simple strategy to implement.
Saving clients with a price increase or non-renewal in 4 easy steps
January 26, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB--- Remember to check out startamembershipclub.com to learn about helping your retention by offering more than just insurance --- Being proactive in with your insurance agency clients can save you time, headaches, and help you retain your clients. Retention is a big part of the insurance industry, so make sure that you are focused on it. I have a simple 4-step plan that I like in situations when there is a major rate increase or potential non-renewal. If you take steps early, yo...
What makes your insurance agency stand out
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 27 MB--- Check out startamembership.com to create your own client club for your insurance agency --- Does your insurance agency stand out? It's getting harder, but that just means that you need to come up with a plan. Do you have a niche or are you a generalist? Is it time for a change. Are you working with referral partners that can delver you a pipeline of clients or are you focused on getting one new client at a time? In this episode, we will talk about these key ideas.
Using basic insurance agency data for cross selling
January 12, 2021 15:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBYour monoline clients are big opportunity. If you are not offering your current clients more than one policy, then you may be missing out on one of the most untapped resources in the insurance industry. I will be discussing this key topic in this first episode of 2021. ---- Remember to sign up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com
Wrapping up 2020 in Insurance and Looking forward to 2021
December 15, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Checkout startamembershipclub.com to learn how to strengthen your branding and increase revenue at your agency ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2020 is almost over and things surely have changed for insurance agents. 2021 looks to be a promising year. It's the year...
Using Scripts and Efficiency at an Insurance Agency
December 08, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Checkout startamembershipclub.com to learn how to strengthen your branding and increase revenue at your agency ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode I will discuss common usages for scripts at an insurance agency and how they can make you more efficient whi...
How 2020 has changed the business of the insurance agent
December 01, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MB---- Remember to check out www.startamembershipclub.com today to learn how to increase revenue and built agency name recognition ---- What's happened in insurance in 2020, so far: Clients are walking in Work from home is here and will probably stay People are Driving Less and more... Most importantly, your agency can adapt, and you can continue to grow, sell, and retain. Head over to the website to join the club and get even more resources at www.planetoftheagents.com
Insurance Agents and Omni Channel Distribution
October 20, 2020 21:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MB----------------- Learn more about increasing your revenue by starting a club for your insurance agency at www.startamembershipclub.com ----------------- Insurance is being sold through more channels than ever before, from independent agents, captive agents, online, by phone, and through other platforms. Is it here to stay? Should you try to avoid certain products? Listen to this episode for my take on it.
Insurance Agents in the Future - Do something hard, it's worth it
October 13, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MBInsurance agents should be looking at the future. Is your agency able to compete with companies that are selling the same products as you, online, 24 hours a day? Does your insurance agency have a niche? Are you writing just the easy stuff or do you also spend time on harder-to-place commercial lines that have less competition and can create higher revenue for your agency? ---------------------------- Check out this episodes sponsor at www.startamembershipclub.com ---------------...
Insurance Agents are asking to be replaced
September 22, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBClients expect responses in a timely fashion from their insurance agents, especially personal lines insurance agents selling auto insurance, homeowners insurance, and motorcycle insurance. People are not going to sit around and wait when there are more and more online options. In this episode, I review a few things that you need to implement in your business, Personal Lines Insurance agents are practically asking to be replaced by online services by not being available for their ...
3 Simple Steps to Start Marketing Your Insurance Agency
September 15, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBPersonal lines and commercial lines insurance agents need to hone in their marketing to find the right clients that will help maintain and grow their business for years to come. Let's talk about a marketing plan to create a strategy and set goals. ---------------------- Featured Sponsor on this episode is: www.startamembershipclub.com - Start a club for your insurance agency ----------------------
Those Gosh Darn SOPs - Part 2
September 09, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBInsurance agents have a lot of tasks to complete, so they should have a system to make it easier to know what to do each time that they process a transaction. Whether you are working on a new lead, completing a sale, or cross selling, by creating a system to get it done, you can reduce your work time and make it easier to operate you insurance agency.
Those Gosh darn S.O.P.s - Part 1
September 01, 2020 11:30 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this two part series, I will discuss a few items: Why do insurance agents and insurance agencies need standard operating procedures? How can SOPs help you insurance agency? What types of SOPs can you create? Remember to subscribe to the newsletter at www.planetoftheagents.com
Is your business where you want it to be? August is a good time to reflect.
August 03, 2020 14:30 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBWe have been trained to think of summer as time to relax. This happened to many of us when we attended school and had a summer break . So why not use this time to take a look at your insurance agency. Insurance agents can use this time to make plans for September and the pre-holiday season before the December slow down and to set a trajectory for 2021.