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

  • January 31, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for January 31, 2020:
    • Smart Bandages
  • 2020 Health Care Policy Definitions
  • What Do Americans Prefer: Student Loan Forgiveness or Free Health Care?
  • Coronavirus Update
  • The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home & Updated Look!
  •  
    Official Agent Survival Guide Podcast Page
    Ritter Insurance Marketing Blog

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Color-changing bandages detect and treat drug-resistant infections

    Nearly Half of Americans Would Take Student Loan Forgiveness Over Free Health Care

    Coronavirus: Scientists race to develop a vaccine

    Novel Coronavirus: World Health Organization

    U.S. Elections 2020: Understanding What’s At Stake For Health Care

    The Most-Googled Super Bowl Snack in Every State

    Skinny Fire Wings: Healthy Hacks for Your Favorite Snacks: Healthy Hot Wings

    Spinach & Artichoke Dip: Spinach and Artichoke Dip*

    *Sarah’s Recommended Modifications: Add two cloves of garlic, substitute olive oil for butter, substitute milk for heavy cream, use two teaspoons sriracha rather than hot sauce, substitute Monterey Jack or Colby Jack for white cheddar cheese

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home

    We’ve got some exciting news! Ritter's Agent Survival Guide content has a new home on RitterIM.com. Listen to find out all the details you need to know. 

     

    FMO vs. IMO vs. NMO vs. MGA vs. GA: What’s the Difference?

    We've got a lot of jargon to keep up with in the insurance industry. In this episode, we're going to unpack the acronyms for the types of individuals and organizations that exist in the industry to help you make your some of your business decisions a whole lot easier.

    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency, featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz

    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home

    Big things are happening with the Agent Survival Guide in 2020! Now, all our Agent Survival Guide content is available on RitterIM.com. Here’s everything you need to know about the... (read more)

    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?

    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)

    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home

    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)

     

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    8 min
  • The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home

     

    We’ve got some exciting news! Ritter's AgentSurvivalGuide.com site is moving. Listen to find out all the details you need to know.    
    Read the text version.
    Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website – RitterIM.com
    Register with Ritter

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Free Guides from Ritter Insurance Marketing


    The Ritter Platform

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020: Google, health care, and AI, 2020 health-care legislation from CA, coronavirus, Apple Watch Connect, and scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray.


    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency


    Looking for an FMO? Not sure what a field marketing organization like Ritter Insurance Marketing can do for your insurance business? Learn everything you need to know in this can’t-miss episode of the ASG Podcast!


    FAQs About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing


    Have questions about partnering with Ritter Insurance Marketing? Not sure what a field marketing organization is, or how joining one can help your insurance business? Curious about lead programs, CE credits, and other opportunities FMOs like Ritter have to offer? We talk with our sales team to answer common questions about working with FMOs and more!


    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency, featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz


    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing, at Ritter to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide (Ritter's Blog):

     

    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?


    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)


    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home


    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)


    What is E&O Insurance and Do You Need It?


    Mistakes happen, even to the best of us. Fortunately, errors and omissions (E&O) insurance can help you mitigate the risks and costs that come with your profession. The insurance for those who...(read more)

     

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    10 min
  • The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home
    We’ve got some exciting news! Ritter's AgentSurvivalGuide.com site is moving. Listen to find out all the details you need to know.    
    Read the text version.
    Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website – RitterIM.com
    Register with Ritter
     
    Mentioned in this episode:
     
    Free Guides from Ritter Insurance Marketing
    The Ritter Platform
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020: Google, health care, and AI, 2020 health-care legislation from CA, coronavirus, Apple Watch Connect, and scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray.
    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
    Looking for an FMO? Not sure what a field marketing organization like Ritter Insurance Marketing can do for your insurance business? Learn everything you need to know in this can’t-miss episode of the ASG Podcast!
    FAQs About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing
    Have questions about partnering with Ritter Insurance Marketing? Not sure what a field marketing organization is, or how joining one can help your insurance business? Curious about lead programs, CE credits, and other opportunities FMOs like Ritter have to offer? We talk with our sales team to answer common questions about working with FMOs and more!
    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency, featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz
    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing, at Ritter to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide (Ritter's Blog):
     
    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?
    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)
    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home
    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)
    What is E&O Insurance and Do You Need It?
    Mistakes happen, even to the best of us. Fortunately, errors and omissions (E&O) insurance can help you mitigate the risks and costs that come with your profession. The insurance for those who...(read more)
     
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    10 min
  • The Agent Survival Guide Has a New Home

     

    We’ve got some exciting news! Ritter's AgentSurvivalGuide.com site is moving. Listen to find out all the details you need to know.    
    Read the text version.
    Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website – RitterIM.com
    Register with Ritter

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Free Guides from Ritter Insurance Marketing

    The Ritter Platform

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five

    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020: Google, health care, and AI, 2020 health-care legislation from CA, coronavirus, Apple Watch Connect, and scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray.

    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency

    Looking for an FMO? Not sure what a field marketing organization like Ritter Insurance Marketing can do for your insurance business? Learn everything you need to know in this can’t-miss episode of the ASG Podcast!

    FAQs About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing

    Have questions about partnering with Ritter Insurance Marketing? Not sure what a field marketing organization is, or how joining one can help your insurance business? Curious about lead programs, CE credits, and other opportunities FMOs like Ritter have to offer? We talk with our sales team to answer common questions about working with FMOs and more!

    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency, featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz

    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing, at Ritter to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide (Ritter's Blog):

     

    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?

    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)

    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home

    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)

    What is E&O Insurance and Do You Need It?

    Mistakes happen, even to the best of us. Fortunately, errors and omissions (E&O) insurance can help you mitigate the risks and costs that come with your profession. The insurance for those who...(read more)

     

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    10 min
  • FMO vs. IMO vs. NMO vs. MGA vs. GA: What’s the Difference?
    We've got a lot of jargon to keep up with in the insurance industry. In this episode, we're going to unpack the acronyms for the types of individuals and organizations that exist in the industry to help you make your some of your business decisions a whole lot easier.
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Register with Ritter
     
    Mentioned in this episode:
     
    3 Advantages of Being an Independent Insurance Agent
    4 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent
    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
    Ready to Join an FMO? 10 Things to Consider
    Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website
    Ritter’s Medicare Quote Engine
    What an FMO Can Do for Your Business
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020: Google, health care, and AI, 2020 health-care legislation from CA, coronavirus, Apple Watch Connect, and scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray.
    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
    Looking for an FMO? Not sure what a field marketing organization like Ritter Insurance Marketing can do for your insurance business? Learn everything you need to know in this can’t-miss episode of the ASG Podcast!
    4 Perks of Partnering with an FMO
    What exactly is a field marketing organization? Why partner with an FMO? If you've been debating joining an FMO, you don't want to miss this episode!
    FAQs About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing
    Have questions about partnering with Ritter Insurance Marketing? Not sure what a field marketing organization is, or how joining one can help your insurance business? Curious about lead programs, CE credits, and other opportunities FMOs like Ritter have to offer? We talk with our sales team to answer common questions about working with FMOs and more!
    Ready to Join an FMO? 10 Things to Consider
    Thinking about partnering with a field marketing organization? Wondering how you can tell the good from the bad? Our top 10 list outlines what you need to know before you partner with an FMO.
    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz
    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!
    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!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?
    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)
    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home
    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)
    The Agent Survival Guide is Getting a New Home
    Big things are happening with the Agent Survival Guide in 2020! Within the next few weeks, our content will be moving to its new home on RitterIM.com. Here’s everything you need to...(read more)
    ***Host Note: Fear not! Our podcast isn’t going anywhere! We’ll just be moving our podcast page from the Agent Survival Guide site over to our official Ritter Insurance Marketing site! URLs will follow as soon as the redesign is live!
     
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    12 min
  • January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020:
    Google, Health Care, and AI
    2020 Healthcare Legislation from CA
    Coronavirus
    Apple Watch Connect
    Scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray
     
    Mentioned in this episode:
     
    Apple Watch gym partnerships give you perks for working out
    Chinese cities cancel New Year celebrations, travel ban widens in effort to stop coronavirus outbreak
    For 2020, California Goes Big on Health Care
    Google CEO eyes major opportunity in health care, says it will protect privacy
    How dangerous is coronavirus?
    Scientists discover ‘why stress turns hair white’
    Tylenol a cancer risk? California considers warning on common painkiller acetaminophen
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter
    How do you keep your Medicare business thriving after the Annual Enrollment Period ends? What can you sell outside of AEP? We talk products for your portfolio, selling strategies, and how to follow up compliantly, and more!
    Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To
    Need more podcast recommendations? (Who doesn’t?!) For the last Friday Five of 2019, our host, Sarah, gives you a glimpse of what she’s currently listening to.
    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz
    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!
    The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance
    Becoming an insurance agent is a big decision. If you're thinking about joining the insurance industry, this is the episode for you! We weigh the pros and cons of selling insurance, so you'll have a better idea of what you're getting yourself into before you take that leap.
    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future
    What is Medicare's Value-Based Care Model? Our team takes a deep dive into this topic, defining the care model that CMS adopted in 2011. Learn the types of value-based care programs CMS offers, how they can help you sell insurance plans, what this kind of care looks like for your clients, and carriers' value-based care initiatives. We even talk about what your clients can expect in the future!
     
    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
     
    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?
    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)
    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home
    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)
    The Agent Survival Guide is Getting a New Home***
    Big things are happening with the Agent Survival Guide in 2020! Within the next few weeks, our content will be moving to its new home on RitterIM.com. Here’s everything you need to...(read more)
    ***Host Note: Fear not! Our podcast isn’t going anywhere! We’ll just be moving our podcast page from the Agent Survival Guide site over to our official Ritter Insurance Marketing site. URLs will follow as soon as the redesign is live!
     
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    8 min
  • January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020:
    • Google, Health Care, and AI
  • 2020 Healthcare Legislation from CA
  • Coronavirus
  • Apple Watch Connect
  • Scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray
  •  
    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Apple Watch gym partnerships give you perks for working out

    Chinese cities cancel New Year celebrations, travel ban widens in effort to stop coronavirus outbreak

    For 2020, California Goes Big on Health Care

    Google CEO eyes major opportunity in health care, says it will protect privacy

    How dangerous is coronavirus?

    Scientists discover ‘why stress turns hair white’

    Tylenol a cancer risk? California considers warning on common painkiller acetaminophen

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter

    How do you keep your Medicare business thriving after the Annual Enrollment Period ends? What can you sell outside of AEP? We talk products for your portfolio, selling strategies, and how to follow up compliantly, and more!

    Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To

    Need more podcast recommendations? (Who doesn’t?!) For the last Friday Five of 2019, our host, Sarah, gives you a glimpse of what she’s currently listening to.

    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz

    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!

    The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance

    Becoming an insurance agent is a big decision. If you're thinking about joining the insurance industry, this is the episode for you! We weigh the pros and cons of selling insurance, so you'll have a better idea of what you're getting yourself into before you take that leap.

    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future

    What is Medicare's Value-Based Care Model? Our team takes a deep dive into this topic, defining the care model that CMS adopted in 2011. Learn the types of value-based care programs CMS offers, how they can help you sell insurance plans, what this kind of care looks like for your clients, and carriers' value-based care initiatives. We even talk about what your clients can expect in the future!

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:

     

    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?

    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)

    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home

    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)

    The Agent Survival Guide is Getting a New Home***

    Big things are happening with the Agent Survival Guide in 2020! Within the next few weeks, our content will be moving to its new home on RitterIM.com. Here’s everything you need to...(read more)

    ***Host Note: Fear not! Our podcast isn’t going anywhere! We’ll just be moving our podcast page from the Agent Survival Guide site over to our official Ritter Insurance Marketing site. URLs will follow as soon as the redesign is live!

     

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    8 min
  • January 24, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for January 24, 2020:
    • Google, Health Care, and AI
  • 2020 Healthcare Legislation from CA
  • Coronavirus
  • Apple Watch Connect
  • Scientists now know why stress turns our hair gray
  •  
    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Apple Watch gym partnerships give you perks for working out


    Chinese cities cancel New Year celebrations, travel ban widens in effort to stop coronavirus outbreak


    For 2020, California Goes Big on Health Care


    Google CEO eyes major opportunity in health care, says it will protect privacy


    How dangerous is coronavirus?


    Scientists discover ‘why stress turns hair white’


    Tylenol a cancer risk? California considers warning on common painkiller acetaminophen

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter


    How do you keep your Medicare business thriving after the Annual Enrollment Period ends? What can you sell outside of AEP? We talk products for your portfolio, selling strategies, and how to follow up compliantly, and more!


    Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To


    Need more podcast recommendations? (Who doesn’t?!) For the last Friday Five of 2019, our host, Sarah, gives you a glimpse of what she’s currently listening to.


    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz


    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!


    The Pros and Cons of Selling Insurance


    Becoming an insurance agent is a big decision. If you're thinking about joining the insurance industry, this is the episode for you! We weigh the pros and cons of selling insurance, so you'll have a better idea of what you're getting yourself into before you take that leap.


    Value-Based Care for Medicare Enrollees Is the Future


    What is Medicare's Value-Based Care Model? Our team takes a deep dive into this topic, defining the care model that CMS adopted in 2011. Learn the types of value-based care programs CMS offers, how they can help you sell insurance plans, what this kind of care looks like for your clients, and carriers' value-based care initiatives. We even talk about what your clients can expect in the future!

     

    The latest from Agent Survival Guide:

     

    Should You Become a Certified Insurance Counselor?


    Are you considering becoming a Certified Insurance Counselor? For some agents, this certification may be something brand new! We’re here to break down what this certification is, how you can obtain... (read more)


    Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home


    Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents. There are going to be advantages and disadvantages with deciding whether or not to acquire an office...(read more)


    The Agent Survival Guide is Getting a New Home***

    Big things are happening with the Agent Survival Guide in 2020! Within the next few weeks, our content will be moving to its new home on RitterIM.com. Here’s everything you need to...(read more)


    ***Host Note: Fear not! Our podcast isn’t going anywhere! We’ll just be moving our podcast page from the Agent Survival Guide site over to our official Ritter Insurance Marketing site. URLs will follow as soon as the redesign is live!

     

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    8 min
  • 4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter
    How do you keep your Medicare business thriving after Annual Enrollment ends? What can you sell outside of AEP? We talk products for your portfolio, selling strategies, and compliant follow-up, and more! 
     
    Read the text version.
     
    Register with Ritter
     
    Mentioned in this Episode:
     
    2012 Facts from LIMRA
    3 Ways to Calculate Your Clients’ Life Insurance Needs
    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
    Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan
    Genesys Releases Customer Satisfaction Surveys
    Getting Started Selling Medicare Supplements
    Ritter Leads Program
    Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
    SNPs: The Secret to Surviving Lock-in
    Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products
    Stay Busy Outside of AEP With Special Enrollment Periods
    The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP
    Try Cross-Selling Annuities to Fuel Sales
     
    More episodes you’ll like:
     
    January 17, 2020 | The Friday Five
    Oscar & Cigna teaming up, screening kids for toxic stress in CA, smart contact lenses, sweethearts are BACK, and our newest FREE eBook is now available for download!
    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz
    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!
    The Beginner’s Guide to D-SNPs
    What is a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan? How do you sell it? Where do you find dual-eligible prospects? Our D-SNP primer answers these questions and more!
    The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP
    A prospect wants to switch their Medicare Part D coverage, but AEP is over. Can you still help? YES! Listen to learn the different scenarios that can help qualify your client for coverage through a Special Election Period.
    Things to Think About Post-AEP
    AEP is over.
    8 min
  • 4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter

     

    How do you keep your Medicare business thriving after Annual Enrollment ends? What can you sell outside of AEP? We talk products for your portfolio, selling strategies, and compliant follow-up, and more! 

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Register with Ritter

     

    Mentioned in this Episode:

     

    2012 Facts from LIMRA

    3 Ways to Calculate Your Clients’ Life Insurance Needs

    4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency

    Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan

    Genesys Releases Customer Satisfaction Surveys

    Getting Started Selling Medicare Supplements

    Ritter Leads Program

    Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event

    SNPs: The Secret to Surviving Lock-in

    Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products

    Stay Busy Outside of AEP With Special Enrollment Periods

    The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP

    Try Cross-Selling Annuities to Fuel Sales

     

    More episodes you’ll like:

     

    January 17, 2020 | The Friday Five

    Oscar & Cigna teaming up, screening kids for toxic stress in CA, smart contact lenses, sweethearts are BACK, and our newest FREE eBook is now available for download!

    Starting Your Own Insurance Agency featuring Craig Ritter and Dave Dietz

    What does it really take to create your own insurance agency? We sat down with Craig Ritter, President and Owner of Ritter Insurance Marketing, and Dave Dietz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ritter, to pick their brains on the subject. These are just some of the questions they answer: When do I create an LLC? What qualities do I look for in downline agents? Should I follow the 80/20 rule? Listen now for the answers to these questions and more!

    The Beginner’s Guide to D-SNPs

    What is a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan? How do you sell it? Where do you find dual-eligible prospects? Our D-SNP primer answers these questions and more!

    The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP

    A prospect wants to switch their Medicare Part D coverage, but AEP is over. Can you still help? YES! Listen to learn the different scenarios that can help qualify your client for coverage through a Special Election Period.

    Things to Think About Post-AEP

    AEP is over.

    8 min

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