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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  • Internet Forums & Insurance Agents | Social Media 101

     

    Discover the power of forums. We unpack it all, how to get started, what you should post, etiquette rules, and more!

     

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    33 Facebook Stats That Matter to Marketers in 2020


    Everything You Need to Know About Facebook Groups


    Forum Etiquette


    How to Get the Best Responses in Online Forums


    Online Etiquette: 6 Rules For Making A Great Virtual Impression


    Social Media Etiquette for Business Owners: 25 Do’s & Don’ts


    The Rules of Netiquette for Business Networking


    Why online etiquette matters -- and why IT leaders should care

     

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    LinkedIn Groups


    Learn how to use LinkedIn Groups to target your audience and build connections! Get ready to join a group and join the conversation.


    Should Insurance Agents Have Their Own Website?


    To have a website, or to not have a website? Does my insurance business really need its own website? What would I use it for other than contact information? How do I get started? We answer all these questions and more in this must-listen episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast!


    What an FMO Can Do For Your Business


    Why work with an FMO? What is a Field Marketing Organization? If you've been on the fence about joining an FMO, this can't-miss episode is for you!

     

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    Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19


    The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. With business closures and travel restrictions, the potential to harm small businesses like insurance agencies is obvious and potentially devastating. But, with the right combination of planning and flexibility — and a dash of help from your friendly FMO — it doesn’t have to derail your agency’s productivity.


    How to Successfully Set SMART Goals


    Setting goals is great way to keep your business on track with a clear path ahead. We recommend setting goals at the beginning of each plan year to help you flourish in the year to come.


    Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic


    The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. A compilation of information from the carriers Ritter supports regarding their capacity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.


    What Agents Can’t Say During Medicare Sales Appointments


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have some strict rules on what agents can and cannot say during Medicare sales appointments, but pulling them out of the dense Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) can be tough and time-consuming. Here are some examples to help simplify things!


    More People Working Past Age 65: What It Means for Agents Selling Medicare Plans


    For agents selling Medicare plans, the stereotypical prospect has been someone with graying hair, approaching the age of 65 or already past it, and retired. There have always been those who don’t fit this stereotype; however, lately, you’ve probably noticed more of them.

     

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  • Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19 | ASG News
    It's an unprecedented time. COVID-19 has shut down businesses small and large, and if you're wondering how to run your business during a pandemic, you are not alone. How can your insurance agency continue to help clients and stay productive amidst the coronavirus pandemic? We've got some insight that might help.
    17 min
  • Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19 | ASG News
    It's an unprecedented time. COVID-19 has shut down businesses small and large, and if you're wondering how to run your business during a pandemic, you are not alone. How can your insurance agency continue to help clients and stay productive amidst the coronavirus pandemic? We've got some insight that might help.
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  • Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19 | ASG News

     

    It's an unprecedented time. COVID-19 has shut down businesses small and large, and if you're wondering how to run your business during a pandemic, you are not alone. How can your insurance agency continue to help clients and stay productive amidst the coronavirus pandemic? We've got some insight that might help.

     

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    Get Medicareful

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Business Interruption Insurance


    Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Facility


    Coronavirus: What is ‘flattening the curve,’ and will it work?


    Coughing & Sneezing


    Get the Most Out of Medicareful With Its New Account Feature


    Gov. Gavin Newsom of California Orders Californians to Stay at Home


    Gov. Tom Wolf issues ‘stay at home’ order for multiple counties; school closures will continue two more weeks


    Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19


    Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)


    Learn More About Medicareful


    Modern Medicare Marketing for Today’s Agents


    Pa. schools won't reopen this spring, will remain closed until end of academic year


    SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus


    SBA Disaster Loan Assistance


    SBA Local Assistance


    SBA Paycheck Protection Program


    Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents


    Scientists warn we may need to live with social distancing for a year or more


    Ways to Avoid Getting Sick

     

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    April 3, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for April 3, 2020: Some Good News; CARES Act stimulus checks; Mental Health Minute; Brothers Cuomo and Mom's Sauce; and Girl Scouts Cookie Care.


    Q&A with Craig Ritter | State of the Senior Market 2020


    Craig Ritter answers your questions! Ritter Insurance Marketing President, Craig Ritter recently sat down to answer questions from his 2020 State of the Senior Market series. He also addressed agent questions about how COVID-19 will affect their insurance business moving forward. This can’t-miss episode is full of timely information for insurance agents selling Medicare!


    Should Insurance Agents Have Their Own Website


    To have a website, or to not have a website? Does my insurance business really need its own website? What would I use it for other than contact information? How do I get started? We answer all these questions and more in this must-listen episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast!

     

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    2020 State of the Senior Market: In Review


    Craig Ritter, president of Ritter Insurance Marketing, once again gave his annual State of the Senior Market address, but this year, with a little twist. Rather than one long webinar, his address was broken into a four-part video series. We took the highlights from each episode and put them all in one place - this article!


    How to Successfully Set SMART Goals


    Setting goals is great way to keep your business on track with a clear path ahead. We recommend setting goals at the beginning of each plan year to help you flourish in the year to come.


    What Agents Can’t Say During Medicare Sales Appointments


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have some strict rules on what agents can and cannot say during Medicare sales appointments, but pulling them out of the dense Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) can be tough and time-consuming. Here are some examples to help simplify things!

     

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    17 min
  • The Value of Staying in Touch with Clients

     

    Why is client retention so important for insurance agents? How do you know where to start? We talk about the why and give you some practical tips to help you retain your Medicare clients.

     

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    8 Best Survey Tools: Create Awesome Surveys For Free!


    How to Follow Up with Medicare Clients Compliantly


    Humana’s 3-30-60-90 Guide


    Register with Ritter


    The Ritter Platform Launches 3 New Tools and Shared Client Records


    Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority

     

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    April 3, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for April 3, 2020: Some Good News; CARES Act stimulus checks; Mental Health Minute; Brothers Cuomo and Mom’s sauce; and Girl Scouts Cookie Care.


    5 Tips for Creating Your Personal Brand


    Branding yourself sets your insurance business apart from the competition. Check out our tips before you begin developing your personal brand.


    Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?


    You're the agent who can do it all! But sometimes, you need a little help. How do you know when you've reached that point? When is it time to hire help for your insurance business?

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19


    The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. With business closures and travel restrictions, the potential to harm small businesses like insurance agencies is obvious and potentially devastating. But, with the right combination of planning and flexibility — and a dash of help from your friendly FMO — it doesn’t have to derail your agency’s productivity.


    How to Successfully Set SMART Goals


    Setting goals is great way to keep your business on track with a clear path ahead. We recommend setting goals at the beginning of each plan year to help you flourish in the year to come.


    Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic


    The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. A compilation of information from the carriers Ritter supports regarding their capacity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

     

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    10 min

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