Donald Shampine is an Insurance Agency Owner, Public Speaker, Business Coach, Business Consultant and has recently created his passion project of Want Better, Be Better.  Don and I had a great conversation about leadership, coaching, creating a successful niche marketing program  and how each of us approach our fitness regimen.  Join us for this great discussion!!

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0:00 - 🏢 Insurance Industry Background & Positivity with Dan Chapin

• Exploring the roots of the insurance industry and embracing a positive mindset.

1:12 - 🚀 Starting an Insurance Agency with Limited Experience

• Dan's journey from novice to entrepreneur in the insurance world.

6:09 - 🌱 Building an Insurance Agency from Scratch

• Insights into the challenges and triumphs of creating a thriving agency.

11:23 - 🤝 Leadership Growth, Communication, and Team Management
- Nurturing leadership skills, effective communication, and managing a successful team.

17:08 - 🚶 Creating a Flexible Work Environment with Team Walks
- The importance of fostering flexibility and team bonding through walks.

22:36 - 💼 Agency Operations and Leadership
- Diving into the intricacies of managing day-to-day operations and leadership responsibilities.

26:57 - 🤔 Business Coaching and Insurance Agency Challenges
- Overcoming hurdles with the help of business coaching and addressing industry challenges.

31:14 - 💼🌱 Agency Ownership, Business Growth, and Personal Development
- Dan's insights on ownership, business expansion, and the continuous journey of personal growth.

36:17 - 💪 Fitness Motivation and Discipline
- Balancing work life with fitness, staying motivated, and maintaining discipline.

41:38 - 🎯 Setting Goals, Utilizing Technology, and Overcoming Obstacles
- Strategies for goal-setting, leveraging technology, and navigating obstacles in the insurance business.