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Whatâs in this episode:
Most agencies believe growth requires more managers, more oversight, and more payroll. Steven and Lindsay Mills prove that assumption wrong. In this episode, they share how theyâve scaled a multi-location agency by building clear roles, strong processes, and real accountabilityâwithout adding middle management, slowing production, or burning out as owners.
If youâre trying to grow in 2026 without burning out or bloating payroll, this episode is for you.
[00:00] Why they chose to scale without adding managers
[02:30] The early husband-wife challenges (and how they defined roles)
[06:30] The 5-year planning exercise that changed everything
[10:00] Why people + processes always beat talent alone
[14:00] The mistake most agencies make when hiring managers
[16:30] How AI replaces micromanagement and call monitoring
[18:00] Using AI to ramp producers faster (and better)
[21:30] Why role-play is criticalâand how AI finally makes it consistent
[25:00] Producer resistance, buy-in, and real feedback from the team
[29:00] Scaling locations without losing culture or quality
[32:00] Recruiting obsessed talent (not âjob seekersâ)
[37:00] Why younger producers demand development paths
[41:00] Final advice on building a scalable agency for 2026
CONNECT WITH STEVEN & LINDSAY
đ± Phone: (316) 321-2387
đ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenMillsAgency
đž Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenmillsagency/
Join us LIVE on February 18th at 12:00 PM CT
Overcoming Price Objections in Life Insurance Conversations
Donât let price slow your Q1 momentum.
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BOOK A DEMOâ Agency Coach AI Learn More: Let's Chat The first 24/7 AI sales coaching platform built for insurance pros. Real-time grading, role plays, and coaching that help producers close more deals.
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Want to see how this actually works inside an agency?
Live demo + Q&A here đ Save My Seat
Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE
Whatâs in this episode:
Most agencies believe growth requires more managers, more oversight, and more payroll. Steven and Lindsay Mills prove that assumption wrong. In this episode, they share how theyâve scaled a multi-location agency by building clear roles, strong processes, and real accountabilityâwithout adding middle management, slowing production, or burning out as owners.
If youâre trying to grow in 2026 without burning out or bloating payroll, this episode is for you.
[00:00] Why they chose to scale without adding managers
[02:30] The early husband-wife challenges (and how they defined roles)
[06:30] The 5-year planning exercise that changed everything
[10:00] Why people + processes always beat talent alone
[14:00] The mistake most agencies make when hiring managers
[16:30] How AI replaces micromanagement and call monitoring
[18:00] Using AI to ramp producers faster (and better)
[21:30] Why role-play is criticalâand how AI finally makes it consistent
[25:00] Producer resistance, buy-in, and real feedback from the team
[29:00] Scaling locations without losing culture or quality
[32:00] Recruiting obsessed talent (not âjob seekersâ)
[37:00] Why younger producers demand development paths
[41:00] Final advice on building a scalable agency for 2026
CONNECT WITH STEVEN & LINDSAY
đ± Phone: (316) 321-2387
đ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephenMillsAgency
đž Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenmillsagency/
Join us LIVE on February 18th at 12:00 PM CT
Overcoming Price Objections in Life Insurance Conversations
Donât let price slow your Q1 momentum.
đŻ Reserve your seat now: SAVE MY SPOT
BOOK A DEMOâ Agency Coach AI Learn More: Let's Chat The first 24/7 AI sales coaching platform built for insurance pros. Real-time grading, role plays, and coaching that help producers close more deals.
TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? Itâs really him, not a robot. Text âBUZZâ to (816) 727-7610
FREE 7-Day Demo â Weaver Sales Academy
Try it: CLICK HERE
Tools + Free Resources
https://www.weaversa.com
Connect with Michael Online
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: ...

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