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  • 245: The surprising strategy Top Agent Dan Kitajima used to drive sales in a tough market.

    If you have ever felt like your back is up against the wall in a tough market? You are not alone! Courtney and I sat down with Dan Kitajima, a Top agent as he shares so openly and honestly about the struggles he has faced in this tough market. Dan's story illustrates how embracing change and pivoting can lead to continued success even in the face of adversity. You’ll learn ways to adapt to a growth mindset looking for the opportunity in diversity. Dan's openness to sharing his experiences and resources creates a space for us to connect, learn, and grow together. We hope you walk away with a renewed sense of purpose and determination to tackle obstacles head-on, armed with practical strategies and a mindset of a champion geared towards success! 

    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    02:45 How to become most resourceful amongst diversity.

    05:00 The key to rewarding systems and prioritizing customer service.

    08:30 Key points on how to adapt in any market.

    13:00 Don’t underestimate the power of creating curiosity in your marketing strategy.

    17:45 Gaining transformational sales through prioritizing this one thing…

    19:30 Dan shares his practical approach to stay positive in challenging times. 

    22:45 Performing your very best with these two important habits.


    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

    "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       


    FOLLOW

    Dan Kitajima:

    Website: DanKitajimaInsuranceAgency.com

    Facebook: Farmers Insurance - Kitajima Insurance Agency

    Instagram: @kitajimainsurance

    Youtube: @DanKitajima


    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver

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    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
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    33 min
  • 244: How to generate 50 qualified life leads TODAY

    Tapped out of leads? Get ready for the simplest way to generate 50 qualified leads MINIMUM, and keep that list flowing! There are 5 major life events people have that are the perfect opportunity to start the life insurance conversation with. A vital conversation nobody else is having with them that you are uniquely positioned to help them with and this simple proven process starts by looking at your connections on social media. Don’t just take my word for it - try it out for yourself and see the uptick in your appointments, sales, and ability to empower your customers to have peace of mind!


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    01:15 How you are uniquely positioned to help your customers to prepare for their worst day.

    03:15 Five major life events people have and how to use that information to generate leads.

    06:00 The list you need to create a list of qualified leads and how to take action and turn them into paying customers.


    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE


    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  


    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE


    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

       

    "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver


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    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    11 min
  • 243: The EXACT AI Tools to get more leads ASAP with Marketing Guru Trent Warner

    Are you making this common BIG mistake in your marketing copy? Stop leaving hot leads on the table with the simple and effective tools we share in today’s episode with Trent Warner! Trent is a marketing genius after our own hearts who shares how to have fun with your marketing. He shares how to leverage tools like your CRM, chatbots, and AI so you get to do the fun part of marketing - sharing compelling stories and engaging with your ideal customers! You’re not a robot and your marketing shouldn’t be either! Leave the robot stuff for the tools like Trent mentions in this episode that will make you more efficient, improve your content ranking, and save you time so you can stay in your zone of genius, making more sales!


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    01:45 What got you into marketing?

    05:00 The SEO tool you can use to get your website to rank higher on google.

    07:45 What can captive agents do to market themselves?

    10:15 The biggest mistake agents are making in their marketing.

    16:45 Tips to grab the attention of your ideal customer.

    20:30 Are you leveraging your CRM effectively?

    24:15 Simple tips to hook people in your email copy.

    27:00 If NOTHING else, these are the biggest tips we want you to 




    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

       "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver


    Follow Trent

    LinkedIn: @trent-warner

    Website: strategicbrandbuilders.com


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    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    33 min
  • 242: How to explain Term vs. Perm Life Insurance to a customer in less than 60 seconds

    Ready for 1 simple hack to help your customer decide whether they want Term vs Perm Life Insurance? A confused customer WON’T buy, which is why it’s so important to make their options crystal clear for them to choose from. I’m here to teach you how to educate your customer on the difference between term life insurance and permanent life insurance in less than 60 seconds! Give it a try and watch your sales and client satisfaction will both increase!


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    01:15 How to use the analogy of Renting vs Owning a home to educate on policies.

    03:30 The CLEAR question to ask your customer to increase your success.

    05:15 What have you taken and implemented from this podcast?


    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

       "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver



    Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
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    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    7 min
  • 241: The framework to grow and scale a multi-million dollar insurance agency with Robert Smith

    Scattered focus is going to give you scattered results! In this episode, we’re simplifying the framework to clearly know the problem you solve, the target you want to hit, and the infrastructure you need in place to build a profitable multi-million dollar agency.

    Today’s guest, Robert Smith, advises top agencies on organic growth, productivity and profitability making sure you’re set up to scale and thrive in the long haul. Robert shares what data you need to measure and use to your advantage, and what the best agencies do differently that lead to undeniable success. Goodbye scattered results, hello profitable and sustainable business!


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    08:30 What data should I pay attention to that will grow my business?

    10:15 Is it clear what problem you solve?

    14:00 Indicators that an agency has a good growth trajectory. 

    20:15 Practices the best of the best do to have a sustainable business.
    26:30 How do you know it’s time to make changes to your infrastructure?

    31:30 The power of clearly knowing the problem you want to solve, the target you want to hit, and reverse engineering for success. 





    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

       "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver


    Robert Smith: @robertwsmith

    Roberts website: fideles-advisors.com


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    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    37 min
  • 240: The 1 thing you MUST add to your next team meeting to increase your sales

    There is 1 thing EVERY TEAM should be doing on your calls to increase sales - and it’s not what you may think! We're talking about celebrating wins! Whether they're big or small, celebrating wins creates a culture that's all about winning momentum! It's like stacking up those tiny victories like little Jenga blocks until - BAM - you've got yourself a skyscraper of success! Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither is a thriving insurance agency! So stack up those small wins like a boss and watch as your agency produces massive success.


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction 

    02:30 What is the ROI of pouring love into your team?

    06:30 The best way to create a culture that seeks consistent wins.

    07:00 One way thinking outside the box will take your agency to new heights!

    08:30 What we see in teams who are supported by their leadership.

    09:00 Tips to develop your team's strengths and keep morale up in hard times.

    11:00 How to develop confidence in your team that translates into success.




    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

     "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver

    Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
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    24/7 AI coaching with real-time grading, role-plays, and feedback your producers actually use.

    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    14 min
  • 239: Industry Expert David McKnight on The EXACT products to recommend for a zero tax retirement, 2026 tax law predictions and what you need to do NOW to have the retirement you want!

    Want to actually have peace of mind for you and your client’s futures? Don’t let a year go by where you aren’t funding tax-free accounts to protect your future. Retirement expert David McKnight is breaking down all the must-know information to minimize taxes in your future retirement and give you the knowledge you need when helping clients prepare for their future too! David breaks down what you should be investing in at your current age, the benefits of IULs, and what we can expect (and should be preparing for NOW) with the coming tax change in 2026. We also learned how tools like cash value life insurance and Roth conversions can help shield savings from higher future taxes. This episode is a wealth of information that will literally protect your wealth and your future!


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction

    03:15 The power of the 0% tax bracket.

    05:30 What can I do to shield myself from taxes and prepare for retirement?

    07:30 What can we invest in to lower our tax burden other than Roth IRAs, Roth 401K’s, and life insurance?

    11:15 How to calculate how much money you need for retirement (and strategic planning for what accounts to pull from.)

    16:00 How today’s financial gurus are leading you astray. 

    17:00 What should I be recommending for my clients to help them with their life insurance plan?

    22:15 What can insurance agents expect in 2026 with the tax law changing?

    26:00 The Hero’s of Zero and what you can expect next.


    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Attend David’s upcoming Event - Heroes of Zero, May 16th + 17th in Nashville, TN

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

    "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver


    Follow David

    Instagram @davidcmcknight
    Facebook
    @davidmcknight
    LinkedIn
    @davidmcknight

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    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    32 min
  • 238: 3 Ways to get more qualified leads TODAY!

    What gets you all “Hot” or “Bothered” when it comes to qualifying leads? We hear all the time from our listeners, how internet leads are not working for them anymore due to the poor quality. Well my friend, that is exactly why we want to bring up the importance of getting to know your ideal avatar—the person who embodies your perfect lead! It's like getting to know our favorite dinner guest before they arrive, understanding their tastes, preferences, and what makes them tick. Taking you from “bothered” with low quality internet leads to attracting HOT qualified leads that convert into paying customers. With higher conversion rates, businesses can generate more revenue from their marketing efforts, and require less time and resources to convert compared to low-quality leads. Now that is HOT HOT HOT! 


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction

    02:00 How to attract good quality leads that convert into paying customers. 

    03:00 Ways to increase your engagement with your ideal customer.

    09:30 How to create win-win scenarios that result in shared success.

    14:30 Naturally generate referrals and increase customer satisfaction by this one “ask.”    

    18:30 Tips to turn your top clients into referral generating machines.



    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE


    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  


    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE


    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

       

    "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver



    Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
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    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
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    Tools + Free Resources
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    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    22 min
  • 237: How this top Agent DOUBLED her production AFTER shutting off internet leads with Brittany Freeman

    Get ready for golden nugget after golden nugget in today’s episode as we are joined by special guest, Brittany Freeman! She’s a dynamic leader who has transformed her approach through accountability, training, and marketing strategies! Brittany shares her journey of growing as a leader, emphasizing the crucial roles of consistency and how to maintain accountability to drive growth and development. She also shares marketing tactics to enhance your effectiveness as a leader (the same tactics that led her to nearly DOUBLING her business!)


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction

    04:00 How to map your success from Point A to Point B.

    08:00 Diving deep into the double-impact of accountability in business.

    09:00 Ways to balance staff breaks and building money-making momentum.

    15:25 Empowering teams to embrace new goals.

    18:00 Strategic leadership tactics that spark sales enthusiasm and ignite success.  

    22:15 Measure up by crafting clever accountability metrics.

    24:00 Marketing Mavericks: Hunting and Gathering Leads with Finesse.

    30:00 Embracing the digital discomfort to boost your social media presence.


    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

      

    "Game Changer: Taking Your Insurance Agency To The Next Level" by Michael Weaver: Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry. ORDER NOW
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @michaelweaverwsa

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie


    Subscribe to the podcast:

    Apple Podcast 

    Spotify


    Follow Brittany

    Linktr = https://linktr.ee/bfreeinsurance

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BFREEINS/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bfreeins/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanylfreeman/

    Email: [email protected]

    Website: https://bfreeinsurance.com/

    Marketing: https://www.instagram.com/created_marketing/


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    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    36 min
  • 236: The 6 steps to Handle Rate Increase Calls

     Ready to learn how to turn a potentially frustrating conversation about increased rates into more opportunities? In today’s episode, we are getting into the delicate art of handling insurance rate increase calls with grace and empathy. We share our step-by-step process to turn potentially contentious conversations into opportunities for education and understanding. We know how hard rate increase calls can be and by popular demand, we are here to share what has helped us gain the trust of our customers and reduce the stress for our agents. 


    HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Introduction

    01:45 Bridging the communication gap of the rate increase to lower stress for both the consumer and the agent. 

    04:00 Gracefully Empathetic is the heart of customer service.

    07:00 Raising rates, raising understanding: A strategic path for dealing with upset customers.

    18:30 Unlocking opportunities with clever ways to approach the “ask” with customers.

    22:15 Gaining a heart-centered business by cultivating genuine care for customers.



    RESOURCES + LINKS

    Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE


    Join Thousands of Insurance Agency Owners and Build Your Business - With our Proven System Responsible for over 200 million in Insurance Sales! 

    FREE 7-Day Demo TRY NOW  

    Learn to Become a 6 Figure Life Insurance Producer HERE

    Train Your New Hire in Just 10 Days HERE

    Would you like more information on our programs BOOK CALL 

      Unlock the secrets to success in the insurance industry ORDER THE BOOK NOW!
     
    Connect Directly with Us:
    Text "BUZZ" to (816) 727-7610 to chat directly with Michael & Courtney 
       
    Share Your Feedback:

    Let us know what you loved about today's episode - leave us a google review! 


    FOLLOW

    Michael + Courtney: @mandcweaver

    Michael Weaver: @_michealweaver

    Courtney Weaver: @courtneyvie

    YouTube: Michael and Courtney Weaver


    Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
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    24/7 AI coaching with real-time grading, role-plays, and feedback your producers actually use.

    TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLY
    Have a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot.  Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610

    FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales Academy
    Try it: CLICK HERE

    Tools + Free Resources
     https://www.weaversa.com

    Connect with Michael Online
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
    YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
    Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
    Instagram: @michaelweaver

    27 min

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