Power Women In Insurance

Power Women In Insurance

By Teresa KitchensBusinessManagement
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Power Women In Insurance episodes

  • Be An Agent for Change: How Insurance Professionals Can Shape Fair Consumer Protection Laws With Aurora Mullett

    In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Aurora Mullett, Managing Partner at Sky Insurance Brokers.


    Teresa and Aurora talk about how insurance agents can learn about their state's fair plan, how they can help be an advocate for change and assist their communities.


    Key Topics:

    • The growing role of FAIR Plans in wildfire-prone areas
    • Why many agents struggle to properly write FAIR Plan policies
    • How State Farm’s exit from California reshaped the market
    • The need for stronger agent education and policy training
    • Legislative efforts to improve FAIR Plans and insurance accessibility
    • The nationwide ripple effect of insurance carrier withdrawals
    • Steps agents can take to influence policy and advocate for change


      • Connect with:

      • Aurora Mullett
      • Teresa Kitchens



        • Visit Websites:

        • Sky Insurance Brokers
        • Sterling Insurance Group



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          45 min
        • The Who Not How Principle With Joan Curtis

          In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Joan Curtis, Co-Owner of MVP Insurance.


          Teresa and Joan discuss the book Who Not How by Dan Sullivan. This is part of a 3 part series. They will be doing the Gap and the Gain next.


          Key Topics:

          • How the book “Who Not How” reshaped their approach to delegation and leadership
          • The power of finding the right "who" instead of getting stuck in the "how"
          • Why business owners should focus on their "zone of genius”
          • The four freedoms: time, money, relationships, and purpose
          • How Joan built a thriving agency by partnering with the right people
          • The role of collaboration in business growth and avoiding burnout
          • Practical tips for effective delegation and maximizing impact


            • Connect with:

            • Joan Curtis
            • Teresa Kitchens


              • Visit Websites:

              • Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan
              • MVP Insurance
              • Sterling Insurance Group



                • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                55 min
              • How to 10X Your Life with Ciara Gravier

                In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Ciara Gravier, Founder of The Bunker Insurance & Risk Management.


                Teresa and Ciara discuss the book “10X Is Easier than 2X” about leveling up as professionals.


                Key Topics:

                • Reflecting on the value of decompressing and connecting with like-minded peers.
                • How “10X Is Easier Than 2X” challenges traditional growth mindsets.
                • Identifying and focusing on the tasks that truly move the needle.
                • Delegating effectively to free up time for high-impact activities.
                • The importance of building a team that supports exponential growth.
                • Surrounding yourself with people who embrace a 10X mindset.
                • Aligning daily actions with long-term, transformative goals.


                  • Connect with:

                  • Ciara Gravier
                  • Teresa Kitchens


                    • Visit Websites:

                    • The Bunker Insurance & Risk Management
                    • Sterling Insurance Group
                    • 10X Is Easier Than 2X



                      • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                      1 hr 9 min
                    • Tackling Burnout And Striving For Balance With Cheree Sauer

                      In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Cheree Sauer. Cheree is a business coach specializing in high-performance women and burnout and creating balance.


                      Key Topics:

                      • Cheree Sauer shares about her Success Without Sacrifice Coaching program.
                      • The RAMP Method creates seasons of rest for business owners.
                      • Recognizing and addressing burnout through self-awareness.
                      • Customizing self-care to individual needs for lasting growth.
                      • Authentic leadership and empowering teams as women.
                      • The importance of working in your zone of genius.


                        • Connect with:

                        • Cheree Sauer
                        • Teresa Kitchens


                          • Visit Websites:

                          • Success Without Sacrifice
                          • Sterling Insurance Group



                            • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                            1 hr 3 min
                          • Leveling Up Your Insurance Career with Carie Ann Roach of IIAT

                            In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Carie Ann Roach of Independent Insurance Agents of Texas (IIAT). Carie and Teresa discuss how to find the resources to level up an insurance career.


                            Key Topics:

                            • Carie Ann shares her journey from receptionist to industry leader.
                            • The value of certifications in career advancement.
                            • Building confidence and seeking mentorship in insurance.
                            • Turning CE requirements into meaningful growth opportunities.
                            • Fostering leadership and self-awareness in teams.
                            • Enhancing team dynamics with tools like CliftonStrengths.
                            • Adding value and building trust in professional relationships.


                              • Connect with:

                              • Carie Ann Roach
                              • Teresa Kitchens


                                • Visit Websites:

                                • Independent Insurance Agents of Texas (IIAT)
                                • Sterling Insurance Group



                                  • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                  35 min
                                • Stepping Over Our Fears To Achieve Our Goals With Meg McKeen

                                  In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Meg McKeen, Founder of Adjunct Advisors. Meg and Teresa talk about being vulnerable and how we need to step over our fears to achieve our goals.


                                  Key Topics:

                                  • Meg discusses the shift toward flexible, virtual work.
                                  • Teresa and Meg explore meaningful connections in remote settings.
                                  • Leadership’s role in fostering trust and communication.
                                  • Embracing vulnerability for growth in work and life.
                                  • Generational changes reshaping workplace culture.
                                  • Balancing personal priorities with career growth.
                                  • Modeling work-life balance to strengthen teams.


                                    • Connect with:

                                    • Meg McKeen
                                    • Teresa Kitchens


                                      • Visit Websites:

                                      • Adjunct Advisors
                                      • Sterling Insurance Group



                                        • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                        55 min
                                      • Commercial Insurance Secrets To Surviving In This Market With Lorin Montgomery

                                        In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Lorin Montgomery, Vice President of Brown & Brown Insurance. Lorin and Teresa talk about how to build relationships, educate and build a business in this crazy market


                                        Key Topics:

                                        • Lorin’s transition from Liberty Mutual to Brown & Brown Insurance.
                                        • Challenges of rising costs and stricter policies in today’s hard market.
                                        • Importance of client education to address market changes and build trust.
                                        • Proactive strategies like year-round communication and consultative advising.
                                        • Networking tips for building credibility and finding niche markets.
                                        • Benefits of focusing on larger clients for efficiency and relationship depth.
                                        • Managing client emotions and expectations during difficult renewals.


                                          • Connect with:

                                          • Lorin Montgomery
                                          • Teresa Kitchens


                                            • Visit Websites:

                                            • Brown & Brown Insurance
                                            • Sterling Insurance Group



                                              • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                              1 hr
                                            • Overcoming Obstacles Against All Odds With Doris Gonzalez

                                              In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Doris and Teresa talk about her life, her career at Vertafore, and how personal challenges have helped her to pass along her experiences to others.


                                              Key Topics:


                                              • Doris shares her career journey from QQ Solutions to Vertafore
                                              • Doris discusses the challenges and growth during Vertafore's acquisition of QQ
                                              • Doris talks about completing her MBA while undergoing a health issue
                                              • Doris highlights Vertafore’s tech solutions that simplify work for insurance agents
                                              • Doris introduces her book, Overcoming Challenges Against All Odds
                                              • Doris stresses the importance of networking and a positive mindset for growth
                                              • Doris reflects on the support from her family, colleagues, and community



                                                • Connect with:

                                                • Doris Gonzalez
                                                • Teresa Kitchens


                                                  • Visit Websites:

                                                  • Vertafore
                                                  • Book: Overcoming Challenges Against All Odds
                                                  • Sterling Insurance Group



                                                    • Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                                    32 min
                                                  • Making Goal Setting A Fun And Effective Event For Your Business

                                                    In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens chats about how she set goals and measures them.


                                                    Key Topics:

                                                    • Choosing a guiding theme like “discipline” to focus business and personal goals
                                                    • Structuring goals within four core pillars—team, money, operations, and marketing
                                                    • Defining measurable goals that move beyond vague aspirations
                                                    • Engaging your team in goal-setting to create shared ownership
                                                    • Using accountability partners to track progress and celebrate wins
                                                    • Leveraging automation and personalized touches to enhance client relationships
                                                    • Setting “stretch goals” to challenge yourself without overwhelm


                                                      • Connect with:

                                                      • Teresa Kitchens


                                                      Visit Websites:

                                                      • Sterling Insurance Group



                                                      Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                                      33 min
                                                    • Getting Our Mind Right For Goal Planning Ahead

                                                      In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens discusses how to get your mind focused for goal planning


                                                      Key Topics:

                                                      • Teresa discusses mental challenges in goal planning, like fears and self-doubt
                                                      • She suggests journaling techniques to confront these fears
                                                      • A pros-and-cons method is recommended to analyze fears and their impact
                                                      • Teresa emphasizes creating a yearly focus theme, like her 2025 theme, "Discipline."
                                                      • Teresa discusses the role of discipline in staying consistent and accountable
                                                      • Teresa shares her journey toward healthier habits and overcoming procrastination


                                                        • Connect with:

                                                        • Teresa Kitchens


                                                        Visit Websites:

                                                        • Sterling Insurance Group



                                                        Produced by PodSquad.fm

                                                        20 min

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