What does the future hold for a Green Bay Packers fan turned insurance maven? Tune in to our 30th milestone episode of RiskCeller as we celebrate with Micah Salas from the Christensen Group in Austin, Texas. Micah's vibrant life journey from Houston to Austin, peppered with anecdotes about raising two young children and his unwavering devotion to the Packers, sets the stage for a truly engaging conversation. We reflect on his recent 39th birthday celebration and humorously predict the gubernatorial future of our young colleague, Hayden.
Micah takes us through his fascinating 13-year journey in the insurance industry, starting from Federated Insurance in Minnesota to his current role at the Christensen Group, all thanks to a pivotal connection with Charlie, the company's president. Delve into the genesis of the Max Revenue project, a support platform for insurance producers co-founded with his friend Trey, whose unique Instagram presence, "Coffee with Saints," adds an intriguing twist. This episode navigates the shifting landscape of social media and the evolving acceptance of broker of record letters, while humorously touching on the trials of beekeeping.
The conversation doesn't stop there—it shifts gears to explore the rise of electric vehicles, the complexities faced by gig economy workers, and even the whimsical world of bees. Join us as we savor delightful wines and exchange stories, offering insights into both personal and professional growth. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of insurance, the dynamics of social media, or the lighter sides of life, this episode promises a mix of humor, knowledge, and memorable moments with Micah Salas.
0:00 Introducing Micah Salas
6:22 Micah's professional history and becoming a producer and influencer
14:47 Today's drinks: Harvester Cabernet, Donati Family Vineyard Claret
18:01 How did Micah enter the insurance producer space and his type of content
23:27 How has the insurance content shifted the space so far? The case of AOR protection
27:55 Is there an insurance sales culture in the making, and does it help sales?
40:41 Number of private insurance companies in the US today
44:32 Today's news headlines
45:34 GEICO canceling insurance coverage for Tesla Cybertrucks
52:42 Share prices from insurance companies in Florida down after Hurricane Milton
54:47 Fire risk from electric cars
58:39 Couple Seriously Injured in Uber Crash Blocked From Court by Uber Eats Terms
1:02:43 NFL reported lowest number of pre-season concussions since tracking began
1:08:37 "2 truths and 1 lie" quiz
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Connect with Micah Salas:
Website: https://micahsalas.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micahsalas/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552710523314
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-stephen-schuh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schuhpapa/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjhartmann/