Agent Survival Guide | Empowering Insurance Agents to Survive Today and Thrive Tomorrow

Agent Survival Guide | Empowering Insurance Agents to Survive Today and Thrive Tomorrow

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  • How to Build Rapport Selling Insurance Online and Over the Phone

     

    Learn how to better connect with your sales prospects - even if those interactions are now happening virtually. We have 6 tips you can add to your insurance sales process today!

     

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    7 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollment from Medicare Plans


    Benefits of Punctuality at Work


    Brushing Teeth To Boost Your Confidence


    Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan


    Definition of Rapport


    How to Build Rapport: A Powerful Technique


    Parents are Struggling to Provide for Their Families During the Pandemic


    Senior Speak: Talking to Medicare Clients Age 65 & Older


    The Most Important Element of Sales: Preparation.


    What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments


    Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good For Your Business


    Why Listening Is Important in Sales


    Why Rapport Matters To Your Business

     

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    Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication


    Improving your digital communication skills can benefit your business, but where do you start? Use the tips and resources outlined in this episode of the ASG Podcast!


    Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID


    AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Note: This episode was updated on November 5, 2020 to include additional information on compliance.


    Reassuring Clients During Difficult Times


    How are your clients doing? Do they have questions about COVID-19 and Medicare? Have you reached out? Have they? If you're not sure what to say, or even where to start, we've got some suggestions in this episode. (And they're easy to implement, too!)


    Tips on How to Stay Productive While Working From Home


    Maximize your productivity - even as you work from home! Let's face it, WFH is lasting longer than most of us thought. If you're struggling to stay productive right now, we get it! Try out our list of productivity hacks to get back on track.


    What Agents Forget To Do When Preparing for Appointments


    Do you have everything you need for a full day of Medicare sales appointments? What about the client who wants to talk Med Supp but lives an hour away? This small list of actionable to-dos will make a big impact on keeping you organized and stress-free this AEP.

     

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    Here’s What Medicare Costs in 2021


    CMS has announced the 2021 Medicare costs. Check them out so you know what to expect this AEP!


    Preparing for Your Welcome to Medicare Visit


    If you've just signed up for Medicare, you're entitled to a fully-covered preventative meeting with your doctor. Here's how you should be preparing for your Welcome to Medicare visit.


    The Health Benefits of Friendship


    Did you know there are health benefits to friendship? That's right, your friends may be the secret to a longer, happier life!

     

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    The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO


    If you’re wondering what exactly an FMO is and why you should join one, you’ve come to the right place! We have the answers you’ve been looking for to help you determine if you should join an FMO and how you can benefit from doing so!


    How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client


    Is your client eligible for the Medicare Extra Help program? You could play a huge role in getting them financial assistance with prescription drug coverage and medications. What are the income limits for Part D Extra Help, and are there Medicare Extra Help look-up tools?


    Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event


    While events are often a great way to generate leads, holding Medicare educational events during the COVID pandemic is a legal and ethical grey area. What is allowed at seminars for the 2021 AEP?

     

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    13 min
  • 2021 Medicare Part A & B Premiums and Deductibles

     

    CMS just announced the 2021 Medicare Part A and B premiums and deductibles. Find out what the cost of Medicare will be for your clients in the coming year.

     

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    CMS 2021 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles


    CMS July 2020 Fast Facts


    Here’s What Medicare Costs in 2021

     

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    Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs


    Get the scoop on the Part D Senior Savings Model! This new initiative brings major insulin savings to your Medicare clients. They could pay just $35 for a one-month supply of insulin. Learn all the details in this can't miss episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast.


    Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback


    Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works.


    Halfway Through AEP: Reflect and Renew Your Medicare Sales


    We've hit the halfway point of AEP! Now is a great time to think about what you're doing well! It's also beneficial to consider what could be improved on to really maximize your sales potential. Listen to learn how to reflect, renew, and re-energize your sales for the remainder of the Annual Enrollment Period.


    Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021


    Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes!


    Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID


    AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Note: This episode was updated on November 5, 2020 to include additional information on compliance.

     

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    Here’s What Medicare Costs in 2021


    CMS has announced the 2021 Medicare costs. Check them out so you know what to expect this AEP!


    How Can a Diagnosis-Related Group Determine Your Care?


    You may have never heard about a diagnosis-related group (DRG), but they can influence your health care. In fact, they are a critical part of the Medicare program.


    The Difference Between The Flu and a Cold


    With cases peaking around the same time, it can be difficult to tell the difference between the flu and a cold. Since one can be much more severe than the other, it's important to know how to tell if you have a cold or the flu.

     

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    The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO


    If you’re wondering what exactly an FMO is and why you should join one, you’ve come to the right place! We have the answers you’ve been looking for to help you determine if you should join an FMO and how you can benefit from doing so!


    How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client


    Is your client eligible for the Medicare Extra Help program? You could play a huge role in getting them financial assistance with prescription drug coverage and medications. What are the income limits for Part D Extra Help, and are there Medicare Extra Help look-up tools?


    How to Build Rapport Selling Insurance Online Or Over the Phone


    Don’t let social distancing get in the way of your insurance sales! If you’re trying to foster trust with prospects, we’ve got six tips for building rapport over the phone or online, fast.

     

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    6 min
  • Halfway Through AEP: Reflect and Renew Your Medicare Sales
    We've hit the halfway point of AEP! Now is a great time to think about what you're doing well! It's also beneficial to consider what could be improved on to really maximize your sales potential. Listen to learn how to reflect, renew, and re-energize your sales for the remainder of the Annual Enrollment Period.
    12 min
  • Halfway Through AEP: Reflect and Renew Your Medicare Sales
    We've hit the halfway point of AEP! Now is a great time to think about what you're doing well! It's also beneficial to consider what could be improved on to really maximize your sales potential. Listen to learn how to reflect, renew, and re-energize your sales for the remainder of the Annual Enrollment Period.
    12 min
  • November 6, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for November 6, 2020:
    - KFF First Looks on Part D and Medicare Advantage for 2021
    - Preparing for an Uncertain Future
    - How to Be Brave and Put Yourself Out There
    - Detecting the “COVID cough”
    - Ways to Repurpose Your Old Smartphone
    10 min
  • November 6, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for November 6, 2020:
    • KFF First Looks on Part D and Medicare Advantage for 2021
  • Preparing for an Uncertain Future
  • How to Be Brave and Put Yourself Out There
  • Detecting the “COVID cough”
  • Ways to Repurpose Your Old Smartphone
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    8 news uses for your old smartphone


    Algorithm spots ‘Covid cough’ inaudible to humans


    How to Master The Art of Putting Yourself Out There


    Medicare Advantage 2021 Spotlight: First Look


    Medicare Part D: A First Look at Medicare Prescription Drug Plans in 2021


    These are the top 5 skills to learn right now, says futurist – and where to find free online courses

     

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    October 30, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for October 30, 2020: new tax numbers from IRS for 2021, Walmart sues DOJ, Facebook, Google, Twitter, and Section 230, Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2020, and handling stress During AEP, COVID-19, and an election cycle.


    7 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollments from Medicare Plans


    Learn how you can prevent rapid disenrollments from Medicare plans! Nothing is more frustrating for insurance agents than a rapid disenrollment. But there are some ways you can make sure this doesn't happen to you. We outline 7 best practices in this can't-miss episode!


    Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs


    Get the scoop on the Part D Senior Savings Model! This new initiative brings major insulin savings to your Medicare clients. They could pay just $35 for a one-month supply of insulin. Learn all the details in this can't miss episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast.


    Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021


    Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes!


    The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications


    Big News! We've added two brand-new features to The Ritter Platform - a Prescription Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications! Learn more about these new additions and how they can simplify your selling process this AEP.

     

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    Being Together When You’re Apart


    Social isolation can be very dangerous for seniors' mental and physical health. What are some ways you can stay connected while practicing social distancing?


    The Difference Between the Flu and a Cold


    With cases peaking around the same time, it can be difficult to tell the difference between the flu and a cold. Since one can be much more severe than the other, it's important to know how to tell if you have a cold or the flu.


    Dishes to Impress Your Friends: Risotto


    Risotto is a showstopping dish that you can whip out for just yourself or whenever you have friends or family over. Here's how to make this incredible, creamy Italian rice dish.

     

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    The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO


    If you’re wondering what exactly an FMO is and why you should join one, you’ve come to the right place! We have the answers you’ve been looking for to help you determine if you should join an FMO and how you can benefit from doing so!


    How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client


    Is your client eligible for the Medicare Extra Help program? You could play a huge role in getting them financial assistance with prescription drug coverage and medications. What are the income limits for Part D Extra Help, and are there Medicare Extra Help look-up tools?


    How to Build Rapport Selling Insurance Online Or Over the Phone


    Don’t let social distancing get in the way of your insurance sales! If you’re trying to foster trust with prospects, we’ve got six tips for building rapport over the phone or online, fast.

     

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    10 min
  • Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs

     

    Get the scoop on the Part D Senior Savings Model! This new initiative brings major insulin savings to your Medicare clients. They could pay just $35 for a one-month supply of insulin. Learn all the details in this can't miss episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast.

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    CMS Part D Senior Savings Model


    List of Part D Senior Savings Model Drugs


    List of Participating Plans in Part D Senior Savings Model

     

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    October 30, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for October 30, 2020: new tax numbers from IRS for 2021, Walmart sues DOJ, Facebook, Google, Twitter, and Section 230, Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2020, and handling stress During AEP, COVID-19, and an election cycle.


    Major Changes Coming to the MA & PDP Market for 2021


    Get the details on what's new in the Medicare Advantage and Part D industry for 2021! Learn about the improvements coming to these plans and how your clients will benefit from these changes!


    The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications


    Big News! We've added two brand-new features to The Ritter Platform - a Prescription Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications! Learn more about these new additions and how they can simplify your selling process this AEP.

     

    Articles to Share with Your Clients:

     

    3 Simple Ways to Lower Your Blood Sugar


    High blood sugar affects millions of Americans, especially seniors. It may not have to, though. These three tips can be simple to follow and effective in helping you reach a healthier blood glucose level.


    How Does Medicare Cover Diabetes?
    Diabetes is a very common condition affecting millions of seniors around the country. Does Medicare cover diabetes treatment or prevention programs?


    What is Diabetes, and How Can I Prevent or Manage It?


    Diabetes is one of the most common health conditions facing Americans. What is this condition and how can you prevent it? If you have it, how can you manage it?

     

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    How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client


    Is your client eligible for the Medicare Extra Help program? You could play a huge role in getting them financial assistance with prescription drug coverage and medications. What are the income limits for Part D Extra Help, and are there Medicare Extra Help look-up tools?


    How to Build Rapport Selling Insurance Online Or Over the Phone


    Don’t let social distancing get in the way of your insurance sales! If you’re trying to foster trust with prospects, we’ve got six tips for building rapport over the phone or online, fast.


    What Does ‘Ready-to-Sell’ Mean for Medicare Agents


    You have to be “ready-to-sell” with carriers before the Annual Enrollment Period if you want to sell Medicare products for the upcoming plan year, but what does it mean to be “ready-to-sell” Medicare plans?

     

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    9 min

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