The Insurance Buzz

By Michael and Courtney WeaverBusiness Entrepreneurship Education Courses Management

The Insurance Buzz episodes

August 25, 2022 066: The more you learn, the more you earn: Interview with Dan Kitajima
What's in this episode:
- Always be a beginner.
- Leading from the front.
- Infusing a good work ethic and kindness into your culture.

About Dan:
15-year Farmers Insurance Agent. 15 employees, $14 million book (no acquisitions), with big plans to take it to the next level in the future!

Contact Dan:
https://www.youtube.com/c/dankitajima
https://www.instagram.com/dankitajima/
https://www.facebook.com/dankitajima

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
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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
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Connect with Michael Online
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa
YouTube: @michaelweavertraining
Facebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: @michaelweaver
26 min
August 22, 2022 065: Do You Know What It Takes To Produce 100K+ In Life Premium A Year
What's in this episode:
- What it takes to write 117k in paid life insurance premium.
- The rule of 78.
- Why it's important to know your numbers.

Join our 30 life insurance policies in 5 days challenge here: https://www.weaversa.com/30in5challenge

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
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
18 min
August 18, 2022 064: How to dominate life insurance awareness month
What's in this episode:
- Ways to gear up for fall life.
- What you consistently do is what's going to show up in your agency.
- Creating a hot leads list.

Join our 30 life insurance policies in 5 days challenge here: https://www.weaversa.com/30in5challenge

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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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
23 min
August 15, 2022 063: The power of social media: Interview with Nick Sakha
What's in this episode:
- Going from zero experience to a thriving biz in just 5 years.
- Utilizing social media as a branding tool.
- How to get people to join in on your journey.

Contact Nick:
Nicksakha.com
Instagram and TikTok: @nicksakha
Facebook and LinkedIn: Nicholas Sakha

Join our 30 life insurance policies in 5 days challenge here: https://www.weaversa.com/30in5challenge

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
36 min
August 11, 2022 062: Tips for building a sales team
What's in this episode:
- How to develop a sales team organization.
- Create your vision of the position before you make the hire.
- What to look for in salespeople.

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
34 min
August 08, 2022 061: The difference between a job, career and a calling: Interview with Zach Knight
What's in this episode:
- The importance of finding your true calling.
- Money comes from creating value.
- Creating the fire that brings in the right customers AND the right team.

Contact Zach:
www.TheInsuranceKnight.com
https://www.facebook.com/zach.knight.3363
https://www.instagram.com/zknight91/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theinsuranceknight/
Snap Chat - Zknight91
Twitter @RealZachKnight

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
38 min
August 04, 2022 060: [BUZZ BEAT] What could you be if?
What's in this episode:
- A daily dose of powerful motivation.
- Excuses are just lies that we tell to stop ourselves from going all in.
- What would your life look like if you kept going through the tough parts, the failures, the discomfort?

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
8 min
August 01, 2022 059: What to look for when hiring: Interview with Steve Suggs
What's in this episode:
- The characteristics of great salespeople.
- Why people struggle to pass their life insurance test.
- Are great salespeople born or coached?

About Steve:
As a salesperson, sales manager, author of the book, Can They Sell, speaker, trainer, and consultant, Steve Suggs has been in the sales trenches for thirty-nine years. Steve obtained his business degree at Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. Upon graduation, he began his career in sales at Northwestern Mutual and quickly moved to sales management. After fifteen years in sales and sales management with Northwestern Mutual, he has spent the last 22 years as a partner
with Sales Manage Solutions. Steve has trained thousands of managers to recruit and coach the best, and he speaks to up to 50 managers weekly on the phone, coaching managers to avoid hiring salespeople who they like but can’t sell. For the past 39 years, Steve has been married to his college sweetheart Tammy and enjoys his two adult children, their spouses, and his 4 grandchildren. Steve enjoys woodworking and turning old objects into works of art. Please join me in welcoming Steve Suggs.

Contact Steve:
https://www.facebook.com/Suggzy
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesuggs/
https://salesmanage.com/blog/
Website: Salesmanage.com
Calendar app: salesmanage.com/contact/steve

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
40 min
July 28, 2022 058: [BUZZ BEAT] You may call this "old school" but this new business acquisition strategy STILL WORKS!
What's in this episode:
- What to put in your swag bag.
- Multiplying your efforts.
- Being at the front of mind for insurance with your clients and their neighbors.

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
7 min
July 25, 2022 057: The importance of focusing on ONE conversation at a time: Interview with Austin Hardy
What's in this episode:
- Consistency will set you apart.
- Doing whatever it takes to achieve your goals.
- Finding a routine and daily habits that work for YOU.

About Austin:
Austin was an agent team member with Justin Cook for around 4.5 years. Austin is finishing up an internship with a start day of September 1st. Prior to agency Austin was a college baseball player and had a huge sports background that he contributes to his competitiveness.

Follow Austin on social media:
Austin Hardy on Facebook
austin_hardy_3 on Instagram
http://linkedin.com/in/austin-hardy-649281231 on LinkedIn

Book your 15-minute consultation call to see if Weaver Sales Academy is a fit for your agency here: https://bit.ly/3CnMjTx

Text BUZZ to (816) 727-7610 to connect directly with Michael and share your favorites from the episode or learn more about upcoming events and challenges happening in our industry

Join Weaver Sales Academy: https://www.weaversa.com/

Follow Michael on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaver
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weaver-a2940095
Agency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO
Stop guessing. Start closing.
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
40 min

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