Planet of the Agents Insurance Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/planet-of-the-agents The Ultimate Insurance Agents podcast for the property and casualty insurance industry. Grow your agency, retain clients, compete in the modern world. 2021 Planet of the Agents 6689a327-a061-5cd6-b41d-ac48dd073260 no en Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:52:34 -0800 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:56:22 -0800 https://planetoftheagents.com https://img.transistor.fm/eLS2yigauv10K0-yZekL0nesnXnHUAtYGsgNL-iHZZo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzgwMDcvMTcxMTMw/OTEwNy1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.jpg Planet of the Agents Insurance Podcast https://planetoftheagents.com episodic Dave Baker The Ultimate Insurance Agents podcast for the property and casualty insurance industry. Grow your agency, retain clients, compete in the modern world. The Ultimate Insurance Agents podcast for the property and casualty insurance industry. insurance, property and casualty, P&C Dave Baker No No Why are people calling on the phone more than in the past? 80 80 Why are people calling on the phone more than in the past? full b4fc1fa0-cca8-4dab-9a1e-f6cb8512cd54 https://share.transistor.fm/s/55554e58 Why Clients Are Calling Insurance Agents Again instead of just sending emails and text messages?  What is going on at you insurance agency. 

In this episode, we break down a surprising shift happening across the insurance industry: clients are picking up the phone again. After years of relying on email, portals, and text messages, more customers are calling their insurance agents directly—and the trend is stronger than ever.

We explore the forces behind this change, including rising insurance complexity, digital communication fatigue, increasing anxiety around renewals, and the renewed desire for human expertise. If your agency’s phone is suddenly ringing nonstop, you're not imagining it. Something real is happening.


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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why digital fatigue is driving people back to voice communication
How rising premiums, new exclusions, and carrier pullouts are increasing client anxiety
The role of trust and emotional reassurance in today’s insurance landscape
Why email and text communication are failing more often
How AI and automation are influencing client expectations
The demographic shift affecting communication preferences
What agencies can do to adapt to this trend—and reduce bottlenecks

Who This Episode Is For:
Insurance agency owners, producers, CSRs, brokers, and anyone looking to understand current client behavior and improve service workflows.


-- Contact me and learn more at https://planetoftheagents.com/

]]> Why Clients Are Calling Insurance Agents Again instead of just sending emails and text messages?  What is going on at you insurance agency. 

In this episode, we break down a surprising shift happening across the insurance industry: clients are picking up the phone again. After years of relying on email, portals, and text messages, more customers are calling their insurance agents directly—and the trend is stronger than ever.

We explore the forces behind this change, including rising insurance complexity, digital communication fatigue, increasing anxiety around renewals, and the renewed desire for human expertise. If your agency’s phone is suddenly ringing nonstop, you're not imagining it. Something real is happening.


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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why digital fatigue is driving people back to voice communication
How rising premiums, new exclusions, and carrier pullouts are increasing client anxiety
The role of trust and emotional reassurance in today’s insurance landscape
Why email and text communication are failing more often
How AI and automation are influencing client expectations
The demographic shift affecting communication preferences
What agencies can do to adapt to this trend—and reduce bottlenecks

Who This Episode Is For:
Insurance agency owners, producers, CSRs, brokers, and anyone looking to understand current client behavior and improve service workflows.


-- Contact me and learn more at https://planetoftheagents.com/

]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1057 Why Clients Are Calling Insurance Agents Again instead of just sending emails and text messages?  What is going on at you insurance agency. 

In this episode, we break down a surprising shift happening across the insurance industry: clients are picking up the phone again. After years of relying on email, portals, and text messages, more customers are calling their insurance agents directly—and the trend is stronger than ever.

We explore the forces behind this change, including rising insurance complexity, digital communication fatigue, increasing anxiety around renewals, and the renewed desire for human expertise. If your agency’s phone is suddenly ringing nonstop, you're not imagining it. Something real is happening.


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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why digital fatigue is driving people back to voice communication
How rising premiums, new exclusions, and carrier pullouts are increasing client anxiety
The role of trust and emotional reassurance in today’s insurance landscape
Why email and text communication are failing more often
How AI and automation are influencing client expectations
The demographic shift affecting communication preferences
What agencies can do to adapt to this trend—and reduce bottlenecks

Who This Episode Is For:
Insurance agency owners, producers, CSRs, brokers, and anyone looking to understand current client behavior and improve service workflows.


-- Contact me and learn more at https://planetoftheagents.com/

]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Too Much Technology for Insurance Agents 79 79 Too Much Technology for Insurance Agents full c1e966dc-29b3-42dc-b046-019a1ef3350c https://share.transistor.fm/s/ccb7d128 -- Get access to templates, scripts, ready-made marketing and email on https://www.theagentspot.com/join - Discount code PLANET
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In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest hidden problems in the insurance industry today: technology overload. Agents are signing up for CRMs, automation platforms, marketing suites, quoting tools, and “all-in-one” systems—only to discover that most of them create more work, more confusion, and more phone calls.

If you’ve ever felt buried under dashboards, logins, notifications, and workflows that don’t actually make you more efficient, this episode is for you.

I  break down:
Why insurance agents end up with tech that doesn’t match their agency size
How certain platforms actually increase phone volume—especially when you don’t have support staff
The hidden cost of tools that create extra steps instead of removing them
How “fear of missing out” pushes agents into systems they don’t need
The simple framework for deciding which technology truly improves your workflow
This episode gives you a practical, honest look at what technology is worth keeping—and what’s holding you back from writing more business.
Whether you’re a solo producer or running a small agency, you’ll walk away with clarity on how to simplify your tech stack, reduce friction, and choose tools that fit your business—not someone else’s.
Tune in and learn how to reclaim your time, your sanity, and your efficiency by doing less… but smarter.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest hidden problems in the insurance industry today: technology overload. Agents are signing up for CRMs, automation platforms, marketing suites, quoting tools, and “all-in-one” systems—only to discover that most of them create more work, more confusion, and more phone calls.

If you’ve ever felt buried under dashboards, logins, notifications, and workflows that don’t actually make you more efficient, this episode is for you.

I  break down:
Why insurance agents end up with tech that doesn’t match their agency size
How certain platforms actually increase phone volume—especially when you don’t have support staff
The hidden cost of tools that create extra steps instead of removing them
How “fear of missing out” pushes agents into systems they don’t need
The simple framework for deciding which technology truly improves your workflow
This episode gives you a practical, honest look at what technology is worth keeping—and what’s holding you back from writing more business.
Whether you’re a solo producer or running a small agency, you’ll walk away with clarity on how to simplify your tech stack, reduce friction, and choose tools that fit your business—not someone else’s.
Tune in and learn how to reclaim your time, your sanity, and your efficiency by doing less… but smarter.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 882 -- Get access to templates, scripts, ready-made marketing and email on https://www.theagentspot.com/join - Discount code PLANET
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In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest hidden problems in the insurance industry today: technology overload. Agents are signing up for CRMs, automation platforms, marketing suites, quoting tools, and “all-in-one” systems—only to discover that most of them create more work, more confusion, and more phone calls.

If you’ve ever felt buried under dashboards, logins, notifications, and workflows that don’t actually make you more efficient, this episode is for you.

I  break down:
Why insurance agents end up with tech that doesn’t match their agency size
How certain platforms actually increase phone volume—especially when you don’t have support staff
The hidden cost of tools that create extra steps instead of removing them
How “fear of missing out” pushes agents into systems they don’t need
The simple framework for deciding which technology truly improves your workflow
This episode gives you a practical, honest look at what technology is worth keeping—and what’s holding you back from writing more business.
Whether you’re a solo producer or running a small agency, you’ll walk away with clarity on how to simplify your tech stack, reduce friction, and choose tools that fit your business—not someone else’s.
Tune in and learn how to reclaim your time, your sanity, and your efficiency by doing less… but smarter.

]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Power of Connections – Networking Your Way to More Clients and Bigger Wins 78 78 The Power of Connections – Networking Your Way to More Clients and Bigger Wins full a7a07514-a46f-4feb-a906-07b91615af05 https://share.transistor.fm/s/93feccef In this episode of Insure Your Success, host David Baker dives into the game-changing power of networking for property and casualty insurance agents. Discover why building strong social and business connections is key to growing your client base, generating referrals, and staying ahead in the P&C world. David shares practical tips on leveraging LinkedIn, joining professional groups, creating referral partnerships, and exploring creative networking ideas like online communities and content creation. Packed with real-world stories and actionable strategies, this 8-minute episode will inspire you to turn handshakes into policies and boost your agency’s success. Perfect for agents looking to expand their reach and build lasting relationships!

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]]> In this episode of Insure Your Success, host David Baker dives into the game-changing power of networking for property and casualty insurance agents. Discover why building strong social and business connections is key to growing your client base, generating referrals, and staying ahead in the P&C world. David shares practical tips on leveraging LinkedIn, joining professional groups, creating referral partnerships, and exploring creative networking ideas like online communities and content creation. Packed with real-world stories and actionable strategies, this 8-minute episode will inspire you to turn handshakes into policies and boost your agency’s success. Perfect for agents looking to expand their reach and build lasting relationships!

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]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 912 In this episode of Insure Your Success, host David Baker dives into the game-changing power of networking for property and casualty insurance agents. Discover why building strong social and business connections is key to growing your client base, generating referrals, and staying ahead in the P&C world. David shares practical tips on leveraging LinkedIn, joining professional groups, creating referral partnerships, and exploring creative networking ideas like online communities and content creation. Packed with real-world stories and actionable strategies, this 8-minute episode will inspire you to turn handshakes into policies and boost your agency’s success. Perfect for agents looking to expand their reach and build lasting relationships!

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Discover how property and casualty (P&C) insurance agents can attract clients beyond their local area 77 77 Discover how property and casualty (P&C) insurance agents can attract clients beyond their local area full 926a1545-5142-4e54-84e5-db8088f49c0c https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d51ab4e Discover how property and casualty (P&C) insurance agents can attract clients beyond their local city or county in this 10-minute episode of Insure Success. Host Dave Baker shares five actionable strategies: leveraging digital marketing, building a social media presence, partnering with regional businesses, offering niche products like cyber insurance, and using email marketing to nurture leads. Learn how to overcome challenges like state licensing and build trust with out-of-town clients. Perfect for P&C agents looking to scale their business in 2025. 

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]]> Discover how property and casualty (P&C) insurance agents can attract clients beyond their local city or county in this 10-minute episode of Insure Success. Host Dave Baker shares five actionable strategies: leveraging digital marketing, building a social media presence, partnering with regional businesses, offering niche products like cyber insurance, and using email marketing to nurture leads. Learn how to overcome challenges like state licensing and build trust with out-of-town clients. Perfect for P&C agents looking to scale their business in 2025. 

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]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:20:13 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 960 Discover how property and casualty (P&C) insurance agents can attract clients beyond their local city or county in this 10-minute episode of Insure Success. Host Dave Baker shares five actionable strategies: leveraging digital marketing, building a social media presence, partnering with regional businesses, offering niche products like cyber insurance, and using email marketing to nurture leads. Learn how to overcome challenges like state licensing and build trust with out-of-town clients. Perfect for P&C agents looking to scale their business in 2025. 

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]]> P&C insurance, insurance marketing, digital marketing, cyber insurance, small business insurance, insurance agent tips, grow insurance business, regional marketing, insurtech. No Contractors Insurance - talking to your clients about more than general liability insurance 76 76 Contractors Insurance - talking to your clients about more than general liability insurance full 8f985570-c442-4017-9b17-4289f57ed1b7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ffd3f15d Contractors face serious risks on every job site—from injuries and stolen tools to lawsuits and weather damage. In this episode of Planet of The Agents, we break down the essential types of commercial insurance every contractor should consider, including general liability, workers’ comp, inland marine, builder’s risk, commercial auto, bonds, and umbrella policies. Insurance agents looking to better serve your contractor clients or a contractor trying to understand your coverage needs listen to this this episode for insights.

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]]> Contractors face serious risks on every job site—from injuries and stolen tools to lawsuits and weather damage. In this episode of Planet of The Agents, we break down the essential types of commercial insurance every contractor should consider, including general liability, workers’ comp, inland marine, builder’s risk, commercial auto, bonds, and umbrella policies. Insurance agents looking to better serve your contractor clients or a contractor trying to understand your coverage needs listen to this this episode for insights.

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]]> Mon, 03 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 781 Contractors face serious risks on every job site—from injuries and stolen tools to lawsuits and weather damage. In this episode of Planet of The Agents, we break down the essential types of commercial insurance every contractor should consider, including general liability, workers’ comp, inland marine, builder’s risk, commercial auto, bonds, and umbrella policies. Insurance agents looking to better serve your contractor clients or a contractor trying to understand your coverage needs listen to this this episode for insights.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Growing your P&C Insurance agency - Welcome to 2025 75 75 Growing your P&C Insurance agency - Welcome to 2025 full 40cfe209-f8dd-4bd1-a89b-5720434fb0a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a512910 2025 is going to be a great year.  Sure, 2024 was not the most fun year in property and casualty insurance for most people, but in 2025, you can move forward and take advantage of the many great opportunities that you have.  If you a a personal liens agent thinking about getting more into commercial insurance, now is your time.  I'll discuss some of the things that people have gone through in auto insurance and homeowners insurance and how you can start moving forward to grow your insurance agency, even in a hard market.

Get access to insurance agent resources today at:  https://theagentspot.com

]]> 2025 is going to be a great year.  Sure, 2024 was not the most fun year in property and casualty insurance for most people, but in 2025, you can move forward and take advantage of the many great opportunities that you have.  If you a a personal liens agent thinking about getting more into commercial insurance, now is your time.  I'll discuss some of the things that people have gone through in auto insurance and homeowners insurance and how you can start moving forward to grow your insurance agency, even in a hard market.

Get access to insurance agent resources today at:  https://theagentspot.com

]]> Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1357 2025 is going to be a great year.  Sure, 2024 was not the most fun year in property and casualty insurance for most people, but in 2025, you can move forward and take advantage of the many great opportunities that you have.  If you a a personal liens agent thinking about getting more into commercial insurance, now is your time.  I'll discuss some of the things that people have gone through in auto insurance and homeowners insurance and how you can start moving forward to grow your insurance agency, even in a hard market.

Get access to insurance agent resources today at:  https://theagentspot.com

]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 2024 Recap of the P&C Insurance Agency Business 74 74 2024 Recap of the P&C Insurance Agency Business full b586af35-15a3-4491-81a2-36b64b9b16f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34182043 The property and casualty insurance business continues to evolve and agents are going to need to evolve and grow with the changes.  Rolling with the punches is not always easy, but let's take a moment to look back at 2024 and what's going on in personal lines and what I think the future holds for the independent insurance agency channel.

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]]> The property and casualty insurance business continues to evolve and agents are going to need to evolve and grow with the changes.  Rolling with the punches is not always easy, but let's take a moment to look back at 2024 and what's going on in personal lines and what I think the future holds for the independent insurance agency channel.

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]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 846 The property and casualty insurance business continues to evolve and agents are going to need to evolve and grow with the changes.  Rolling with the punches is not always easy, but let's take a moment to look back at 2024 and what's going on in personal lines and what I think the future holds for the independent insurance agency channel.

Join the newsletter for agency growth ideas and to learn about my upcoming course at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/

]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Using AI at Your Insurance Agency 73 73 Using AI at Your Insurance Agency full d638953a-2e28-451e-891f-ac9479692d0d https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff015d27 There are so many ways that AI can help your insurance agency.  Is AI going to help your insurance business or hurt it?  I will discuss several ways that you can use artificial intelligence to help your insurance agency.

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]]> There are so many ways that AI can help your insurance agency.  Is AI going to help your insurance business or hurt it?  I will discuss several ways that you can use artificial intelligence to help your insurance agency.

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]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 672 There are so many ways that AI can help your insurance agency.  Is AI going to help your insurance business or hurt it?  I will discuss several ways that you can use artificial intelligence to help your insurance agency.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 2024 Insurance Agent Convention Recap 72 72 2024 Insurance Agent Convention Recap full 70ad90fb-5a31-44c1-acdf-5cade6c92098 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b94e821b In this episode, I recap my experience at the Arizona IIABAZ insurance agents convention and the 2024 Palm Desert Agents Alliance convention.  Not only did I reconnect with friends, I was energized and inspired by the trade shows.  Learn why I love to attend these events and how they can help you with your insurance agency too.

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]]> In this episode, I recap my experience at the Arizona IIABAZ insurance agents convention and the 2024 Palm Desert Agents Alliance convention.  Not only did I reconnect with friends, I was energized and inspired by the trade shows.  Learn why I love to attend these events and how they can help you with your insurance agency too.

Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 748 In this episode, I recap my experience at the Arizona IIABAZ insurance agents convention and the 2024 Palm Desert Agents Alliance convention.  Not only did I reconnect with friends, I was energized and inspired by the trade shows.  Learn why I love to attend these events and how they can help you with your insurance agency too.

Join the newsletter at https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/

]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Power of a Welcome Letter for Your New Insurance Agency Clients 71 71 The Power of a Welcome Letter for Your New Insurance Agency Clients full 511e163d-2ffc-4586-83ba-384481b46235 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1f9ed30 Do you send your new clients a welcome letter?  Are you missing a valuable cross selling opportunity at your insurance agency?  In this episode, I Will discuss the value of sending a welcome letter and how it can potentially help you grow your business.

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]]> Do you send your new clients a welcome letter?  Are you missing a valuable cross selling opportunity at your insurance agency?  In this episode, I Will discuss the value of sending a welcome letter and how it can potentially help you grow your business.

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]]> Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 851 Do you send your new clients a welcome letter?  Are you missing a valuable cross selling opportunity at your insurance agency?  In this episode, I Will discuss the value of sending a welcome letter and how it can potentially help you grow your business.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Are commercial insurance client or personal lines insurance clients more loyal? 70 70 Are commercial insurance client or personal lines insurance clients more loyal? full 6d32472f-8f92-4c54-b60e-18e73d4507bf https://share.transistor.fm/s/a8787dbe Are you concurred about retention at your insurance agency?  Are you focused on commercial insurance or personal insurance, such as home and auto?  Have you noticed any trends when it comes to looking at who stays with you as a client tin the long-term? I will share my thoughts on this to give you something to think about when planning for the future of your P&C insurance agency in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> Are you concurred about retention at your insurance agency?  Are you focused on commercial insurance or personal insurance, such as home and auto?  Have you noticed any trends when it comes to looking at who stays with you as a client tin the long-term? I will share my thoughts on this to give you something to think about when planning for the future of your P&C insurance agency in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 974 Are you concurred about retention at your insurance agency?  Are you focused on commercial insurance or personal insurance, such as home and auto?  Have you noticed any trends when it comes to looking at who stays with you as a client tin the long-term? I will share my thoughts on this to give you something to think about when planning for the future of your P&C insurance agency in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Future of Auto Insurance for Independent Insurance Agents 69 69 The Future of Auto Insurance for Independent Insurance Agents full b91ee6e8-eb7a-40ef-a617-53ad1c996837 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3deacef What is the future of the auto insurance industry for the independent agency channel? Is the channel of distribution going to change and will insurance agents still be relevant? Will people buy their auto insurance online or directly at the dealership? Are self driving cars or autonomous vehicles going to affect auto insurance sales? Independent agents and other insurance agents might want to take a long look into the future when planning for it. These and other questions are some things that I address in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> What is the future of the auto insurance industry for the independent agency channel? Is the channel of distribution going to change and will insurance agents still be relevant? Will people buy their auto insurance online or directly at the dealership? Are self driving cars or autonomous vehicles going to affect auto insurance sales? Independent agents and other insurance agents might want to take a long look into the future when planning for it. These and other questions are some things that I address in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1029 What is the future of the auto insurance industry for the independent agency channel? Is the channel of distribution going to change and will insurance agents still be relevant? Will people buy their auto insurance online or directly at the dealership? Are self driving cars or autonomous vehicles going to affect auto insurance sales? Independent agents and other insurance agents might want to take a long look into the future when planning for it. These and other questions are some things that I address in this episode of Planet of the Agents.

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]]> auto insurance, p&c insurance agents, insurance agencies, running an insurance agency No Types of Commercial Insurance that Agents Sell 68 68 Types of Commercial Insurance that Agents Sell full 228e69a8-7a05-4980-9ccf-0adcdcdc370a https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac6acb02 You have so much opportunity as an insurance agent to sell different types of insurance products, including commercial insurance.  If you are focused on personal lines and adding more commercial lines insurance, this is the episode for you.  I also discuss opportunities for business insurance agents to cross sell their clients.

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]]> You have so much opportunity as an insurance agent to sell different types of insurance products, including commercial insurance.  If you are focused on personal lines and adding more commercial lines insurance, this is the episode for you.  I also discuss opportunities for business insurance agents to cross sell their clients.

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]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:27:28 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1029 You have so much opportunity as an insurance agent to sell different types of insurance products, including commercial insurance.  If you are focused on personal lines and adding more commercial lines insurance, this is the episode for you.  I also discuss opportunities for business insurance agents to cross sell their clients.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No News and Insurance Headlines in the Property and Casualty Insurance Business April 2024 67 67 News and Insurance Headlines in the Property and Casualty Insurance Business April 2024 full cd663287-59be-4dc5-8fe3-904a1f1c0618 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f54513d Insurance headlines from the property and casualty insurance agency business in 2024.  Auto insurance, property insurance, homeowners insurance rates are changing and carriers are pulling out of the market.  Do your clients know what's going on in insurance?

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]]> Insurance headlines from the property and casualty insurance agency business in 2024.  Auto insurance, property insurance, homeowners insurance rates are changing and carriers are pulling out of the market.  Do your clients know what's going on in insurance?

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]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1313 Insurance headlines from the property and casualty insurance agency business in 2024.  Auto insurance, property insurance, homeowners insurance rates are changing and carriers are pulling out of the market.  Do your clients know what's going on in insurance?

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Opportunity for P&C Agents in the Hard Market 66 66 Opportunity for P&C Agents in the Hard Market full 80c94c02-7af6-41af-8245-e38fe677f76c https://share.transistor.fm/s/eb6056a4 In today's episode of planet of the agents, I discuss the hard market in property and casualty insurance and the opportunity that insurance agents have. There is no time like the present to seize the opportunity.

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]]> In today's episode of planet of the agents, I discuss the hard market in property and casualty insurance and the opportunity that insurance agents have. There is no time like the present to seize the opportunity.

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Sign up for insurance agent social events at:  https://insurancesocials.com 

]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 901 In today's episode of planet of the agents, I discuss the hard market in property and casualty insurance and the opportunity that insurance agents have. There is no time like the present to seize the opportunity.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance Agency Affirmations - Why it's amazing to be a P&C insurance agent 65 65 Insurance Agency Affirmations - Why it's amazing to be a P&C insurance agent full 040190ba-7971-4f4f-b669-9b3b7269cbc7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e88a79c In today's episode of planet of the agents, I'm going to discuss some of the wonderful reasons that we are so lucky to be in the insurance industry. With your insurance agent, broker, wholesaler, or play another role in the business, there is so many things to be happy about.

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]]> In today's episode of planet of the agents, I'm going to discuss some of the wonderful reasons that we are so lucky to be in the insurance industry. With your insurance agent, broker, wholesaler, or play another role in the business, there is so many things to be happy about.

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]]> Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1106 In today's episode of planet of the agents, I'm going to discuss some of the wonderful reasons that we are so lucky to be in the insurance industry. With your insurance agent, broker, wholesaler, or play another role in the business, there is so many things to be happy about.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Responding to client questions and being more efficient at your insurance agency. 64 64 Responding to client questions and being more efficient at your insurance agency. full 5dc059d5-9b3f-4b69-a847-83d065fee86c https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e982fe0 Do you spend a lot of your time trying answer the same questions over and over?  Why not create a system where you and your team can easily have ready for both phone conversations and emails to put your entire staff on the same page and reduce the work of trying to come up with the answer over and over.  Insurance agents already work so hard, so why not make life at your instance agency just a little easier?

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]]> Do you spend a lot of your time trying answer the same questions over and over?  Why not create a system where you and your team can easily have ready for both phone conversations and emails to put your entire staff on the same page and reduce the work of trying to come up with the answer over and over.  Insurance agents already work so hard, so why not make life at your instance agency just a little easier?

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]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1160 Do you spend a lot of your time trying answer the same questions over and over?  Why not create a system where you and your team can easily have ready for both phone conversations and emails to put your entire staff on the same page and reduce the work of trying to come up with the answer over and over.  Insurance agents already work so hard, so why not make life at your instance agency just a little easier?

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Choosing Insurance Agency Software 63 63 Choosing Insurance Agency Software full b1a83cc1-6109-4f7a-9ab8-c0fcb0a9f860 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fabd2885 Choosing the right software for your insurance agency is not easy. There are a lot of features that you nee, and many that you actually do not need that are included with many software packages. In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will discuss the options available to property and casualty insurance agents in the different software from which they can choose.

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]]> Choosing the right software for your insurance agency is not easy. There are a lot of features that you nee, and many that you actually do not need that are included with many software packages. In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will discuss the options available to property and casualty insurance agents in the different software from which they can choose.

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]]> Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 793 Choosing the right software for your insurance agency is not easy. There are a lot of features that you nee, and many that you actually do not need that are included with many software packages. In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will discuss the options available to property and casualty insurance agents in the different software from which they can choose.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Going to the Insurance Agents Convention - Why P&C Insurance Agents should go to events and networking 62 62 Going to the Insurance Agents Convention - Why P&C Insurance Agents should go to events and networking full 8092ec0e-8bb1-4891-8b83-8490d00725fd https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c0e2eb6 I love P&C insurance agent and insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage convention.  In this episode, I will discus my recent experience at the insurance convention and why I appreciate what I can gain from a convention. 

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]]> I love P&C insurance agent and insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage convention.  In this episode, I will discus my recent experience at the insurance convention and why I appreciate what I can gain from a convention. 

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]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 809 I love P&C insurance agent and insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage convention.  In this episode, I will discus my recent experience at the insurance convention and why I appreciate what I can gain from a convention. 

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Managing tasks at your insurance agency | Property and Casualty insurance agency ideas 61 61 Managing tasks at your insurance agency | Property and Casualty insurance agency ideas full 502af945-9e17-4795-a50d-661f5c426708 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c88626fa If you are a P&C insurance agent or insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage.  Your plate is full and there are another hundred items on your list that you need to complete.  In this episode of Planet of the Agents, I discus different wants to manage tasks in your insurance business.  You have options with an AMS, CRM, and even other task managers that might make your life easier. 

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]]> If you are a P&C insurance agent or insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage.  Your plate is full and there are another hundred items on your list that you need to complete.  In this episode of Planet of the Agents, I discus different wants to manage tasks in your insurance business.  You have options with an AMS, CRM, and even other task managers that might make your life easier. 

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]]> Wed, 09 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 655 If you are a P&C insurance agent or insurance agency owner, then you probably have a a lot of tasks to manage.  Your plate is full and there are another hundred items on your list that you need to complete.  In this episode of Planet of the Agents, I discus different wants to manage tasks in your insurance business.  You have options with an AMS, CRM, and even other task managers that might make your life easier. 

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]]> insurance, insurance agency, P&C insurance, insurance agent, property and casualty No 3 Ways to Market Your Insurance Agency 60 60 3 Ways to Market Your Insurance Agency full fcaa41c0-ef3b-47a0-a432-9fbfa09e653c https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d88feb9 Let's talk about marketing your insurance agency and how to grow your property and casualty business.  P&C agents are feeling the squeeze in certain insurance markets, so now is the time to look at how you can improve your marketing.  

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]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1111 Let's talk about marketing your insurance agency and how to grow your property and casualty business.  P&C agents are feeling the squeeze in certain insurance markets, so now is the time to look at how you can improve your marketing.  

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Why insurance agents have unlimited opportunity, even in a bad economy? 59 59 Why insurance agents have unlimited opportunity, even in a bad economy? full ead219e6-2b1d-4ad1-8b54-0ab6d18be8f3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a21e7e4 P&C Insurance Agents (property and casualty agents) have so much opportunity in both a good economy and a bad economy.  Things are always changing, but an insurance agent can stay stable.

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]]> P&C Insurance Agents (property and casualty agents) have so much opportunity in both a good economy and a bad economy.  Things are always changing, but an insurance agent can stay stable.

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]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1248 P&C Insurance Agents (property and casualty agents) have so much opportunity in both a good economy and a bad economy.  Things are always changing, but an insurance agent can stay stable.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Lessons from 19 Years in the Insurance Industry 58 58 Lessons from 19 Years in the Insurance Industry full 7b64cbe3-4a21-48f2-8c0d-122b4077155f https://share.transistor.fm/s/e14397a8 With 19 years in the insurance industry, I have learned some valuable lessons about working in P&C insurance.  I've spent time as a retail agent and wholesaler, so I have my share of stories an experiences.  I also share my big takeaway from my experiences.

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]]> With 19 years in the insurance industry, I have learned some valuable lessons about working in P&C insurance.  I've spent time as a retail agent and wholesaler, so I have my share of stories an experiences.  I also share my big takeaway from my experiences.

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]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1223 With 19 years in the insurance industry, I have learned some valuable lessons about working in P&C insurance.  I've spent time as a retail agent and wholesaler, so I have my share of stories an experiences.  I also share my big takeaway from my experiences.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Hard times and a tough economy could mean opportunity for insurance agents. 57 57 Hard times and a tough economy could mean opportunity for insurance agents. full 304f3ea2-e910-450d-b5bc-2694c1e93d12 https://share.transistor.fm/s/895b306e We cannot predict the future, but there is a lot of talk about a tough economy.  What does a bad economy mean for P&C insurance agents? Does it hurt them or does it present them with new opportunities if they are flexible and can adapt.

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]]> We cannot predict the future, but there is a lot of talk about a tough economy.  What does a bad economy mean for P&C insurance agents? Does it hurt them or does it present them with new opportunities if they are flexible and can adapt.

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]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:05:13 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 875 We cannot predict the future, but there is a lot of talk about a tough economy.  What does a bad economy mean for P&C insurance agents? Does it hurt them or does it present them with new opportunities if they are flexible and can adapt.

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]]> insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 2% commissions are here and dealing with lower commissions as an insurance agent 56 56 2% commissions are here and dealing with lower commissions as an insurance agent full 90a4cc47-9b50-4239-90ff-4696ec1b55e3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a99d8d7 It's hard to believe that we are seeing such commission cuts, but they are here and now, an an insurance agency, that you can do to help your business continue.  I also include my prediction for the future of commissions for insurance agents.

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]]> It's hard to believe that we are seeing such commission cuts, but they are here and now, an an insurance agency, that you can do to help your business continue.  I also include my prediction for the future of commissions for insurance agents.

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]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1350 It's hard to believe that we are seeing such commission cuts, but they are here and now, an an insurance agency, that you can do to help your business continue. I also include my prediction for the future of commissions for insurance agents. It's hard to believe that we are seeing such commission cuts, but they are here and now, an an insurance agency, that you can do to help your business continue. I also include my prediction for the future of commissions for insurance agents. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Planning for the Future at Your Insurance Agency 55 55 Planning for the Future at Your Insurance Agency full 539f33f3-d9b1-40cd-9d11-cd5b9a72e691 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d0abbd8 Sure, things are always changing in the insurance agency business, but with all of the new technology and other things going on in the world, there could be any more changes coming for insurance agents.  With that in mind, it's also a great time to subscribe to the newsletter so that you'll be ready for things to come: https://planetoftheagents.com/newsletter/

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]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:24:44 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1277 Just because it's the end of the year, that does not mean that you should shut down and stop thinking ahead. Now, more than ever, you need to plan for the future of your insurance agency. 2023 is bringing big changes. Remember that you can watch this on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@planetoftheagents Just because it's the end of the year, that does not mean that you should shut down and stop thinking ahead. Now, more than ever, you need to plan for the future of your insurance agency. 2023 is bringing big changes. Remember that you can watch this o insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Will the looming recession destroy your insurance agency? Are you ready for what might be coming 54 54 Will the looming recession destroy your insurance agency? Are you ready for what might be coming full 0675a500-8bd3-4822-b127-a84e5b307987 https://share.transistor.fm/s/978b0d01 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com

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]]> Wed, 07 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 900 There is a lot of talk of a recession coming, but will that obliterate insurance agents? Should P&C insurance agents just fold now, or, is there hope? In this video I will discuss things that you could do to prepare for what may come and how you can make changes to your marketing and what businesses you quote to prepare your P&C insurance agency for what may come. There is a lot of talk of a recession coming, but will that obliterate insurance agents? Should P&C insurance agents just fold now, or, is there hope? In this video I will discuss things that you could do to prepare for what may come and how you can insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Defining your P&C insurance agency? Is your agency special? 53 53 Defining your P&C insurance agency? Is your agency special? full 6ec2d037-9019-4bfa-96ef-25491d28869a https://share.transistor.fm/s/a1244570 Can a personal lines insurance agent and commercial lines agent find niches and create a pipeline of business?

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]]> Can a personal lines insurance agent and commercial lines agent find niches and create a pipeline of business?

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]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:28:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1118 Running a P&C insurance agency is one thing, but what about marketing it? Do you have an elevator speech where you can tell someone in 30 seconds exactly on what your agency focuses and why you are the go-to option for their insurance needs? Running a P&C insurance agency is one thing, but what about marketing it? Do you have an elevator speech where you can tell someone in 30 seconds exactly on what your agency focuses and why you are the go-to option for their insurance needs? insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Giving thanks - be happy that you are an insurance agent 52 52 Giving thanks - be happy that you are an insurance agent full 3ba5e925-a42b-4136-a9e3-693bdb3cf762 https://share.transistor.fm/s/702d5239 Make sure to subscribe to the newsletter and join at planetoftheagents.com

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]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:47:23 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1126 Now is the time to appreciate being an insurance agent. Whether you work at an insurance agency or run one, there is a lot to be happy about, even if you have some tough things to deal with. Now is the time to appreciate being an insurance agent. Whether you work at an insurance agency or run one, there is a lot to be happy about, even if you have some tough things to deal with. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Do you do everything yourself at your insurance agency? P&C agents wear many hats. Delegating and outsourcing. 51 51 Do you do everything yourself at your insurance agency? P&C agents wear many hats. Delegating and outsourcing. full 4c681227-b326-4d3b-9553-a9912f8a73d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a3491da9 Property and casualty insurance agents have so many tasks. Some are very important, some are very urgent, some are always pending in the background and put on the back burner.  It's not easy being a P&C insurance agent, but it is worth it, especially if you love it.  The next step in running your insurance agency is trying to operate it smoothly and to take some of the pressures off or yourself.

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]]> Property and casualty insurance agents have so many tasks. Some are very important, some are very urgent, some are always pending in the background and put on the back burner.  It's not easy being a P&C insurance agent, but it is worth it, especially if you love it.  The next step in running your insurance agency is trying to operate it smoothly and to take some of the pressures off or yourself.

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]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:00:16 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1112 Why is it that P&C insurance agents do everything at their office? Is it too expensive there someone? Is there a lack of technology offering automation? What can you do as an insurance agency to increase your efficiency and to stop doing every task yourself? *** Make sure to subscribe to the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com. You can also find the link to the YouTube show there Why is it that P&C insurance agents do everything at their office? Is it too expensive there someone? Is there a lack of technology offering automation? What can you do as an insurance agency to increase your efficiency and to stop doing every task insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Why is the insurance agent business full of negativity? A tale of two conventions 50 50 Why is the insurance agent business full of negativity? A tale of two conventions full d52e956f-308c-420e-a646-5d321f7bbb9f https://share.transistor.fm/s/eef93771 Sign up for free access to planetoftheagents.com to get access to the newsletter and the agency resources section today.

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]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:13:48 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1655 I attended two conventions in the last 30 days: The Agents Alliance Convention and a Travel and Tourism Convention. Was there a difference in the energy, the vibe, or the feelings about the future? I'm going to talk about what I saw and how much I noticed a difference. I attended two conventions in the last 30 days: The Agents Alliance Convention and a Travel and Tourism Convention. Was there a difference in the energy, the vibe, or the feelings about the future? I'm going to talk about what I saw and how much I notice insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance agent conventions - why I love going to tradeshows and what I learn 49 49 Insurance agent conventions - why I love going to tradeshows and what I learn full 9a6aa579-67e0-44c6-9444-a9b07bd9083d https://share.transistor.fm/s/c6ae9845
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Episode 49 of Planet of the Agents - The show for P&C Insurance Agents

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Episode 49 of Planet of the Agents - The show for P&C Insurance Agents

]]> Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:24:55 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 630 It's time for the #agentalliance insurance agent convention in California, so I decided that I would share my passion for going to insurance agent conventions with you. I go to conventions in multiple states, not just my own, and I get so many benefits from going to P&C agent conventions. Are you going to your state and local trade shows? Could you insurance agency benefit from it? Let's talk about this key topic. 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 It's time for the #agentalliance insurance agent convention in California, so I decided that I would share my passion for going to insurance agent conventions with you. I go to conventions in multiple states, not just my own, and I get so many benefits f insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Hard to quote vs Hard to Place Insurance 48 48 Hard to quote vs Hard to Place Insurance full b58040c5-acd1-40a5-82e7-f82c5fb2f11d https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f227c4d >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com

If you are a property and casualty insurance agent, then you may be looking for new opportunity in the current market.  Things are change for P&C insurance agents, with commission cuts, new carrier guidelines, and other challenges facing agents. There is a difference between insurance that is hard-to-place and hard-to-quote.  I share my thoughts on how these are different while challenging myself to make an episode of the show in 108º weather.  I am up for the challenge, but are you up for what it will take to grow your insurance agency?  Let's find out together.

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If you are a property and casualty insurance agent, then you may be looking for new opportunity in the current market.  Things are change for P&C insurance agents, with commission cuts, new carrier guidelines, and other challenges facing agents. There is a difference between insurance that is hard-to-place and hard-to-quote.  I share my thoughts on how these are different while challenging myself to make an episode of the show in 108º weather.  I am up for the challenge, but are you up for what it will take to grow your insurance agency?  Let's find out together.

]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:27:33 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 882 For insurance agents, hard to place insurance might be the future, but how does it differ form hard t quote insurance? Are you struggling with your insurance agency to grow or even to write enough premium to make it worth while to continue? In this episode, I will talk about opportunity for P&C insurance agents. For insurance agents, hard to place insurance might be the future, but how does it differ form hard t quote insurance? Are you struggling with your insurance agency to grow or even to write enough premium to make it worth while to continue? In this epis insurance agent, P&C insurance agent, property and casualty No Special tribute to the passing of my dog and why do P&C insurance rates keep going up? 46 46 Special tribute to the passing of my dog and why do P&C insurance rates keep going up? full 9530149a-5c44-46ec-9902-344af5814b9c https://share.transistor.fm/s/67b514d0 >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com

Join me as I say farewell to my incredible dog of 13 years and as I review talking points that you can use at your agency about why rates continue to increase.  This was a tough episode for me to make, but it had to be done.  

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Join me as I say farewell to my incredible dog of 13 years and as I review talking points that you can use at your agency about why rates continue to increase.  This was a tough episode for me to make, but it had to be done.  

]]> Thu, 04 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1254 In this special episode, I say farewell to my chihuahua of 13 years and share my thoughts about bringing animals to the office. I also discuss 3 key reasons that property and casually insurance rates keep increasing. I review the talking points. In this special episode, I say farewell to my chihuahua of 13 years and share my thoughts about bringing animals to the office. I also discuss 3 key reasons that property and casually insurance rates keep increasing. I review the talking points. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Dealing with your insurance clients and rate increases | P&C Insurance Agents Podcast 45 45 Dealing with your insurance clients and rate increases | P&C Insurance Agents Podcast full 367d458e-6108-4e95-adb2-02d4ddc5f5d4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b6ee1d11 >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com

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]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 965 How are you helping your clients and managing the situation at your insurance agency when rates go up? Are they upset? Develop a plan for you and your team to help deal with this tough conversation. >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com How are you helping your clients and managing the situation at your insurance agency when rates go up? Are they upset? Develop a plan for you and your team to help deal with this tough conversation. >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclu insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Reducing Friction at your insurance agency | Is your P&C insurance agency easy to work with? 44 44 Reducing Friction at your insurance agency | Is your P&C insurance agency easy to work with? full f5f42a73-0232-4940-a070-4a2de839a63a https://share.transistor.fm/s/341fa0f5 >>> Subscribe to the newsletter to get exclusive information and insights at planetoftheagents.com

You want more clients and you want to keep the clients that you have.  Online companies are seen as easy to access, so how can your agency compete?

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You want more clients and you want to keep the clients that you have.  Online companies are seen as easy to access, so how can your agency compete?

]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 788 Be honest with yourself. Is it easy to work with your insurance agency or is it difficult to reach someone, to get a quote, to get policy documents, and to do business with you overall. I will dive into this topic on this episode of Planet of the Agents, built for insurance agents. Be honest with yourself. Is it easy to work with your insurance agency or is it difficult to reach someone, to get a quote, to get policy documents, and to do business with you overall. I will dive into this topic on this episode of Planet of the Agents insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 5 Ideas for Improving Your Insurance Agency without adding staff 43 43 5 Ideas for Improving Your Insurance Agency without adding staff full 0ec3af6e-7d39-4c34-8d31-21548a656bf1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/512c64b4
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]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:21:24 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1133 It feels like everyone in who runs an insurance agency is talking about how hard it is to find help. What if you could implement a few simple things at your agency to make it easier to run your business. Insurance agents should tune into this episode to learn about some ideas that you can integrate into your business. It feels like everyone in who runs an insurance agency is talking about how hard it is to find help. What if you could implement a few simple things at your agency to make it easier to run your business. Insurance agents should tune into this episode to insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 4th of July Special Episode - relaxing and planning for your insurance business 42 42 4th of July Special Episode - relaxing and planning for your insurance business full 18c02253-1ecd-46f8-bcb4-dfe01afa766e https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7893b80
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]]> Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:07:37 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 752 This 4th of July, you can relax, but also spend time thinking about marketing for your insurance agency. Insurance agents can use this time to think about marketing and make a plan for the future. Things are changing, so preparing your insurance business is crucial. 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 This 4th of July, you can relax, but also spend time thinking about marketing for your insurance agency. Insurance agents can use this time to think about marketing and make a plan for the future. Things are changing, so preparing your insurance busines insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Headlines from the P&C Insurance Industry - What's in store for insurance agents? 41 41 Headlines from the P&C Insurance Industry - What's in store for insurance agents? full 1110fbe1-ec7e-47d7-859a-dd68f2a1abda https://share.transistor.fm/s/99be5dd5 Insurance headlines from the property and casualty industry  - are they positive for the future of insurance agents or do are their rough times ahead for your agency.  Let's dive into the headlines on this episode.

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]]> Insurance headlines from the property and casualty industry  - are they positive for the future of insurance agents or do are their rough times ahead for your agency.  Let's dive into the headlines on this episode.

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]]> Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1550 In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will read headlines from news in the P&C Insurance Industry. I will talk about news from the personal lines side and the commercial insurance lines side of the industry. Let's talk about auto insurance, homeowners insurance, rates and other things that affect insurance agents and your agency. You love the podcast and now you can join me on the Youtube show. 🟢🟢🟢 Subscribe to the newsletter to get more info at https://planetoftheagents.com 👉👉👉 Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdVOLFtkYixLd26zLq1GbA?sub_confirmation=1 In this episode of Planet of the Agents I will read headlines from news in the P&C Insurance Industry. I will talk about news from the personal lines side and the commercial insurance lines side of the industry. Let's talk about auto insurance, homeo insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The future of personal lines insurance agents + Bonus Thought: Why I do this show 40 40 The future of personal lines insurance agents + Bonus Thought: Why I do this show full 11a7163b-d2c4-426e-9afc-47b7c3c8d761 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ab163fb ** Subscribe to the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com **

Will auto insurance, home insurance, and other personal lines be part of your P&C insurance agency in the future?  With so many new integrations and products being embedded into the sales process, it looks like it's going to get harder.  Is commercial insurance the future for insurance agents?

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Will auto insurance, home insurance, and other personal lines be part of your P&C insurance agency in the future?  With so many new integrations and products being embedded into the sales process, it looks like it's going to get harder.  Is commercial insurance the future for insurance agents?

]]> Thu, 19 May 2022 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1185 Are technology companies going to replace personal lines insurance agents sooner rather than later? What is the future role of personal lines like home and auto insurance in at your insurance agency? Are technology companies going to replace personal lines insurance agents sooner rather than later? What is the future role of personal lines like home and auto insurance in at your insurance agency? insurance, property and casualty, P&C No What is is happening to the P&C insurance business? Bumpy road ahead? 39 39 What is is happening to the P&C insurance business? Bumpy road ahead? full 5e566e1f-c1f4-4ea5-a0e3-f58b41d0efc6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/36f70a3b What is new in the world of P&C insurance agents?  In this episode I am going to talk about what I am hearing from agents so that we can focus on coming up with solutions and ideas.  It can also help to hear what is happening with others, so that you realize that it might not be just something that you have to manage.  


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]]> What is new in the world of P&C insurance agents?  In this episode I am going to talk about what I am hearing from agents so that we can focus on coming up with solutions and ideas.  It can also help to hear what is happening with others, so that you realize that it might not be just something that you have to manage.  


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]]> Thu, 05 May 2022 08:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1444 What is new in the world of P&C insurance agents? What challenges are agents seeing in 2022 across the country in personal liens and commercial lines of insurance. What is new in the world of P&C insurance agents? What challenges are agents seeing in 2022 across the country in personal liens and commercial lines of insurance. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No What type of insurance agency do you have? Is it where you want to be. 38 38 What type of insurance agency do you have? Is it where you want to be. full 6fb76218-3343-45b0-afe3-c3dd14b878a4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8b67b182 The year is almost over, so it's time to reflect on where we are headed.  If your insurance agency is not the type that you want, if it's not living up to your vision, then it's time to make a plan.  Where do you want to be and how are you going to get there?  I am going to discuss this and more in this holiday episode.

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]]> The year is almost over, so it's time to reflect on where we are headed.  If your insurance agency is not the type that you want, if it's not living up to your vision, then it's time to make a plan.  Where do you want to be and how are you going to get there?  I am going to discuss this and more in this holiday episode.

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]]> Tue, 21 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1631 What type of agency do you have? Is it all auto insurance? All mono-line? Is it commercial? The big question is -- is your insurance business ready for the future? What type of agency do you have? Is it all auto insurance? All mono-line? Is it commercial? The big question is -- is your insurance business ready for the future? insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Stirring up insurance agency business during the holidays 37 37 Stirring up insurance agency business during the holidays full 4689658e-286c-442c-ae64-7b37b010c36c https://share.transistor.fm/s/a821ae3b
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]]> Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1061 Is your insurance agency business slow during the holidays? It does not have the be that way. In this episode I'll discuss one method to help grow your agency business during the holiday seasons. Insurance agents have so much opportunity, you are taking advantage of it? Is your insurance agency business slow during the holidays? It does not have the be that way. In this episode I'll discuss one method to help grow your agency business during the holiday seasons. Insurance agents have so much opportunity, you are takin insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Issues affecting insurance agents now and how to deal with them 36 36 Issues affecting insurance agents now and how to deal with them full b4cb8610-4b42-4a9a-94b1-ff45831eb057 https://share.transistor.fm/s/434d6338 Things are always changing for insurance agents an agencies, but they are manageable and despite the competition you can continue to survive and thrive.

In the episode I'm going to talk about some things that are affecting insurance agents and insurance agencies this year and what we can do about them. 

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]]> Things are always changing for insurance agents an agencies, but they are manageable and despite the competition you can continue to survive and thrive.

In the episode I'm going to talk about some things that are affecting insurance agents and insurance agencies this year and what we can do about them. 

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]]> Fri, 10 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1906 In the episode I'm going to talk about some things that are affecting insurance agents and insurance agencies this year and what we can do about them. Remember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get access to the free membership section and the agency resources page. In the episode I'm going to talk about some things that are affecting insurance agents and insurance agencies this year and what we can do about them. Remember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get access to the free membership section an insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The 777 Growth Method for Insurance Agents 35 35 The 777 Growth Method for Insurance Agents full 14f1cc1c-9b6a-4d3e-9b04-6b03116c7f08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/133beaa3 Make sure that you are signed up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get a copy of the easy spreadsheet for using the 777 growth method for your insurance agency.

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]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1254 In this episode we talk about the 777 growth method for an insurance agent to reconnect with old leads, work on cross selling, and make new contacts to help from the insurance agency. Remember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get the 777 worksheet to download as you work on this project. In this episode we talk about the 777 growth method for an insurance agent to reconnect with old leads, work on cross selling, and make new contacts to help from the insurance agency. Remember to join the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get the 77 insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance agent technology: My Interview with Justin Lair from Agency Revolution 34 34 Insurance agent technology: My Interview with Justin Lair from Agency Revolution full ff7ea5d6-5e28-4953-b1d3-5939a1785722 https://share.transistor.fm/s/99f6b9f5 -- Subscribe to the newsletter for actionable information for insurance agents at planetoftheagents.com --

A little bit of technology can really change your insurance agency's customer pipeline.  In this episode, Justin and I will discuss lead generation, follow ups and retention.  Having the right software can really help you take your business further and also to save some clients that you might lose.

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A little bit of technology can really change your insurance agency's customer pipeline.  In this episode, Justin and I will discuss lead generation, follow ups and retention.  Having the right software can really help you take your business further and also to save some clients that you might lose.

]]> Tue, 13 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2651 Insurance agents need to integrate some technology into their businesses to generate new business and stay in touch with current clients. In my interview with Justin Lair from Agency Revolution, we will discuss how their software can help you and important things to consider if your marketing. Insurance agents need to integrate some technology into their businesses to generate new business and stay in touch with current clients. In my interview with Justin Lair from Agency Revolution, we will discuss how their software can help you and importa insurance, property and casualty, P&C No New Opportunities for Insurance Agents in Commercial and Personal Lines 33 33 New Opportunities for Insurance Agents in Commercial and Personal Lines full 4c006c83-daa8-488c-b565-fa77ff426ab0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7bb5bb5 --- Make sure to sign up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com to get information on new opportunities for agents ---

In this episode I will discuss some short-term and longer-term trends in commercial and personal lines that insurance agents can use to get new business or to work on a plan for the future.  P&C insurance agents (property and casualty agents) have a lot of opportunity to quote different things, which means that even when the economy changes or we have social shifts, your insurance agency can continue to thrive.

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In this episode I will discuss some short-term and longer-term trends in commercial and personal lines that insurance agents can use to get new business or to work on a plan for the future.  P&C insurance agents (property and casualty agents) have a lot of opportunity to quote different things, which means that even when the economy changes or we have social shifts, your insurance agency can continue to thrive.

]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1230 Insurance agents have so much opportunity in both personal lines and commercial lines right now. Things are always changing, but when one door closes another opens. It's up to you go go through it. Insurance agents have so much opportunity in both personal lines and commercial lines right now. Things are always changing, but when one door closes another opens. It's up to you go go through it. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Path of Least Resistance 32 32 The Path of Least Resistance full 30cee0ab-1f98-4684-85b7-42308700ec42 https://share.transistor.fm/s/87dae934 Remember to subscribe to the newsletter at http://planetoftheagents.com/ for more exciting insurance agency information.

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]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1437 There's a good chance that you are frustrated with getting quotes and the various processes. I'll tell you what I found in a recent comparison and how I made a a simple road map to make things more efficient. There's a good chance that you are frustrated with getting quotes and the various processes. I'll tell you what I found in a recent comparison and how I made a a simple road map to make things more efficient. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Agency Retention is more important now than ever 31 31 Agency Retention is more important now than ever full 34692611-e514-4eb9-b0e7-ff00438e9e6d https://share.transistor.fm/s/25d81561 --- Sign up for the newsletter today at www.planetoftheagents.com ---

People are likely losing some clients as small businesses close and as drivers are working from home, and thus looking for ways to save money on car insurance. You can't win them all, nor can you keep every client. There are only so many hours in the day, so decide what you can and cannot focus on.  In this episode I discuss retention, basic questions to ask, and review a simple strategy to implement.

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People are likely losing some clients as small businesses close and as drivers are working from home, and thus looking for ways to save money on car insurance. You can't win them all, nor can you keep every client. There are only so many hours in the day, so decide what you can and cannot focus on.  In this episode I discuss retention, basic questions to ask, and review a simple strategy to implement.

]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1276 How much time do you really spend focused on retention versus getting new clients? It's often said that it's easier and less expensive and for a insurance agency to retain a client that to obtain a new one. How much time do you really spend focused on retention versus getting new clients? It's often said that it's easier and less expensive and for a insurance agency to retain a client that to obtain a new one. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Saving clients with a price increase or non-renewal in 4 easy steps 30 30 Saving clients with a price increase or non-renewal in 4 easy steps full 2b123251-ec90-46ea-8d35-de2e4135e26a https://share.transistor.fm/s/dd948558 --- Remember to check out startamembershipclub.com to learn about helping your retention by offering more than just insurance ---

Being proactive in with your insurance agency clients can save you time, headaches, and help you retain your clients.  Retention is a big part of the insurance industry, so make sure that you are focused on it.  I have a simple 4-step plan that I like in situations when there is a major rate increase or potential non-renewal.  If you take steps early, you can make sure that you clients know that you are there for them.

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Being proactive in with your insurance agency clients can save you time, headaches, and help you retain your clients.  Retention is a big part of the insurance industry, so make sure that you are focused on it.  I have a simple 4-step plan that I like in situations when there is a major rate increase or potential non-renewal.  If you take steps early, you can make sure that you clients know that you are there for them.

]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 850 Being proactive in with your insurance agency clients can save you time, headaches, and help you retain your clients. Retention is a big part of the insurance industry, so make sure that you are focused on it. Being proactive in with your insurance agency clients can save you time, headaches, and help you retain your clients. Retention is a big part of the insurance industry, so make sure that you are focused on it. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No What makes your insurance agency stand out 29 29 What makes your insurance agency stand out full 89752db9-48e4-4231-9e99-bb29d0689605 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff7259a1 --- Check out startamembership.com to create your own client club for your insurance agency ---

Does your insurance agency stand out?  It's getting harder, but that just means that you need to come up with a plan. Do you have a niche or are you a generalist?  Is it time for a change.  Are you working with referral partners that can delver you a pipeline of clients or are you focused on getting one new client at a time?   In this episode, we will talk about these key ideas.

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Does your insurance agency stand out?  It's getting harder, but that just means that you need to come up with a plan. Do you have a niche or are you a generalist?  Is it time for a change.  Are you working with referral partners that can delver you a pipeline of clients or are you focused on getting one new client at a time?   In this episode, we will talk about these key ideas.

]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1174 The crowd of insurance agents, insure techs, and other companies is growing. Do you stand out in the crowd or will you fade off into the background? The crowd of insurance agents, insure techs, and other companies is growing. Do you stand out in the crowd or will you fade off into the background? insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Using basic insurance agency data for cross selling 28 28 Using basic insurance agency data for cross selling full 2d0a6030-a811-49b0-b96e-531c8c0d3544 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1cfe7cb8 Your monoline clients are big opportunity.  If you are not offering your current clients more than one policy, then you may be missing out on one of the most untapped resources in the insurance industry.  I will be discussing this key topic in this first episode of 2021.

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]]> Your monoline clients are big opportunity.  If you are not offering your current clients more than one policy, then you may be missing out on one of the most untapped resources in the insurance industry.  I will be discussing this key topic in this first episode of 2021.

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]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1126 Big data is a popular keyword today, but your small data can help your insurance agency sell more insurance. Think about the opportunities that you have from your current client database. Insurance agents can look within before seeking new clients Big data is a popular keyword today, but your small data can help your insurance agency sell more insurance. Think about the opportunities that you have from your current client database. Insurance agents can look within before seeking new clients insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Wrapping up 2020 in Insurance and Looking forward to 2021 27 27 Wrapping up 2020 in Insurance and Looking forward to 2021 full 71caf761-5a22-4b34-a049-3aa5cca7ebe8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c3f5717 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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2020 is almost over and things surely have changed for insurance agents.  2021 looks to be a promising year.  It's the year that you are going to launch your new market plan to grow your insurance agency.  Let's talk about personal lines and commercial lines and some of my expectation for the coming year.

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2020 is almost over and things surely have changed for insurance agents.  2021 looks to be a promising year.  It's the year that you are going to launch your new market plan to grow your insurance agency.  Let's talk about personal lines and commercial lines and some of my expectation for the coming year.

]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1492 In this last episode of the season, I'll talk about some of what has changed in 2020 and planning for 2021. In this last episode of the season, I'll talk about some of what has changed in 2020 and planning for 2021. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Using Scripts and Efficiency at an Insurance Agency 26 26 Using Scripts and Efficiency at an Insurance Agency full 011b42b6-903f-41ee-b76d-cef033b5cbd6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/171fe287 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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In this episode I will discuss common usages for scripts at an insurance agency and how they can make you more efficient while also putting everyone at the agency on the same page.  Using premade scripts can also help you open the door to potential cross sale opportunities.

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In this episode I will discuss common usages for scripts at an insurance agency and how they can make you more efficient while also putting everyone at the agency on the same page.  Using premade scripts can also help you open the door to potential cross sale opportunities.

Remember to sign up for the newsletter at planetoftheagents.com

]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1260 Adding phone and email scripts to your insurance agency can make your insurance agents and CSRs more efficient. Adding phone and email scripts to your insurance agency can make your insurance agents and CSRs more efficient. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No How 2020 has changed the business of the insurance agent 25 25 How 2020 has changed the business of the insurance agent full 163ebef8-9c91-4e7c-b33b-07b7c1877a40 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d77e7fec ---- Remember to check out www.startamembershipclub.com today to learn how to increase revenue and built agency name recognition ----

What's happened in insurance in 2020, so far:

  • Clients are walking in
  • Work from home is here and will probably stay
  • People are Driving Less
  • and more...

Most importantly, your agency can adapt, and you can continue to grow, sell, and retain.  Head over to the website to join the club and get even more resources at www.planetoftheagents.com

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What's happened in insurance in 2020, so far:

  • Clients are walking in
  • Work from home is here and will probably stay
  • People are Driving Less
  • and more...

Most importantly, your agency can adapt, and you can continue to grow, sell, and retain.  Head over to the website to join the club and get even more resources at www.planetoftheagents.com

]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1975 2020 has changed the insurance agency business. Are walk-ins coming back? Are people going to work from home forever? In this episode I review so much of what has happened and what is here to stay. 2020 has changed the insurance agency business. Are walk-ins coming back? Are people going to work from home forever? In this episode I review so much of what has happened and what is here to stay. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance Agents and Omni Channel Distribution 24 24 Insurance Agents and Omni Channel Distribution full 3f7c16ca-613f-4bd5-8021-d4db22888d05 https://share.transistor.fm/s/52e7606b -----------------
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Insurance is being sold through more channels than ever before, from independent agents, captive agents, online, by phone, and through other platforms.  Is it here to stay?  Should you try to avoid certain products?  Listen to this episode for my take on it.

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Insurance is being sold through more channels than ever before, from independent agents, captive agents, online, by phone, and through other platforms.  Is it here to stay?  Should you try to avoid certain products?  Listen to this episode for my take on it.

]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1829 Insurance agencies are competing against some of the same companies that they sell, thanks to something called omni channel distribution. In this episode we will discuss what it means and how it affects you. Insurance agencies are competing against some of the same companies that they sell, thanks to something called omni channel distribution. In this episode we will discuss what it means and how it affects you. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance Agents in the Future - Do something hard, it's worth it 23 23 Insurance Agents in the Future - Do something hard, it's worth it full f1642292-9351-4261-898f-9389d870a049 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e357487f Insurance agents should be looking at the future.  Is your agency able to compete with companies that are selling the same products as you, online, 24 hours a day?  Does your insurance agency have a niche?  Are you writing just the easy stuff or do you also spend time on harder-to-place commercial lines that have less competition and can create higher revenue for your agency?
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In this episode I delve into this question.  What is the future role of the P&C insurance agent in a world with so many online competitors.  It's not just coming, it's here.  Insuretech companies are writing easy to quote business quickly, online, and without you as part of the transaction.  I'll share some examples and some stories of what you can do to get ready for the future.

]]> Insurance agents should be looking at the future.  Is your agency able to compete with companies that are selling the same products as you, online, 24 hours a day?  Does your insurance agency have a niche?  Are you writing just the easy stuff or do you also spend time on harder-to-place commercial lines that have less competition and can create higher revenue for your agency?
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In this episode I delve into this question.  What is the future role of the P&C insurance agent in a world with so many online competitors.  It's not just coming, it's here.  Insuretech companies are writing easy to quote business quickly, online, and without you as part of the transaction.  I'll share some examples and some stories of what you can do to get ready for the future.

]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2049 The easiest to quote and sell policies are going online more and more. Insurance agents need to distinguish themselves. Will personal lines be sold by agents in the future or is everyone headed towards commercial. The easiest to quote and sell policies are going online more and more. Insurance agents need to distinguish themselves. Will personal lines be sold by agents in the future or is everyone headed towards commercial. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance Agents are asking to be replaced 22 22 Insurance Agents are asking to be replaced full 1fb6709c-c04f-4e59-a9c9-84ca23e5d93f https://share.transistor.fm/s/efb16d34 Clients expect responses in a timely fashion from their insurance agents, especially personal lines insurance agents selling auto insurance, homeowners insurance, and motorcycle insurance.  People are not going to sit around and wait when there are more and more online options.   In this episode, I review a few things that you need to implement in your business,
Personal Lines Insurance agents are practically asking to be replaced by online services by not being available for their clients.  How often do you use the "out of office" reply in your business?  If you are not there, then your clients may not be there anymore either.
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]]> Clients expect responses in a timely fashion from their insurance agents, especially personal lines insurance agents selling auto insurance, homeowners insurance, and motorcycle insurance.  People are not going to sit around and wait when there are more and more online options.   In this episode, I review a few things that you need to implement in your business,
Personal Lines Insurance agents are practically asking to be replaced by online services by not being available for their clients.  How often do you use the "out of office" reply in your business?  If you are not there, then your clients may not be there anymore either.
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]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1819 Personal Lines Insurance agents are practically asking to be replaced by online services by not being available for their clients. How often do you use the "out of office" reply in your business? If you are not there, then your clients may not be there anymore either. Personal Lines Insurance agents are practically asking to be replaced by online services by not being available for their clients. How often do you use the "out of office" reply in your business? If you are not there, then your clients may not be there insurance agent, property and casualty insurance, insurance producer, insurance agency, P&C insurance No 3 Simple Steps to Start Marketing Your Insurance Agency 21 21 3 Simple Steps to Start Marketing Your Insurance Agency full 769f42ee-baa7-498e-8808-b3f93f2b9619 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd883194 Personal lines and commercial lines insurance agents need to hone in their marketing to find the right clients that will help maintain and grow their business for years to come.  Let's talk about a marketing plan to create a strategy and set goals.  

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]]> Personal lines and commercial lines insurance agents need to hone in their marketing to find the right clients that will help maintain and grow their business for years to come.  Let's talk about a marketing plan to create a strategy and set goals.  

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]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1729 As an insurance agent or insurance agency owner, you need a marketing plan. We cannot just depend on the old ways of doing business to bring clients through the door. In this episode, I'll review 3 simple steps to start a marketing plan. As an insurance agent or insurance agency owner, you need a marketing plan. We cannot just depend on the old ways of doing business to bring clients through the door. In this episode, I'll review 3 simple steps to start a marketing plan. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Those Gosh Darn SOPs - Part 2 20 20 Those Gosh Darn SOPs - Part 2 full 62482d6e-0b7f-463b-80f2-f02d26cc6245 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b1b4220 Insurance agents have a lot of tasks to complete, so they should have a system to make it easier to know what to do each time that they process a transaction.  Whether you are working on a new lead, completing a sale, or cross selling, by creating a system to get it done, you can reduce your work time and make it easier to operate you insurance agency.

]]> Insurance agents have a lot of tasks to complete, so they should have a system to make it easier to know what to do each time that they process a transaction.  Whether you are working on a new lead, completing a sale, or cross selling, by creating a system to get it done, you can reduce your work time and make it easier to operate you insurance agency.

]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2020 23:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1600 SOPs are standards operating procedures. Whether you call it a check list, SOP, or guideline, your insurance agency needs a system in place to maximize efficiency, make training easier, and to reduce the risk of errors. In this episode, we will discuss the 3 minimum ones that you need. SOPs are standards operating procedures. Whether you call it a check list, SOP, or guideline, your insurance agency needs a system in place to maximize efficiency, make training easier, and to reduce the risk of errors. In this episode, we will discuss insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Those Gosh darn S.O.P.s - Part 1 19 19 Those Gosh darn S.O.P.s - Part 1 full b8ffb78c-a551-43cc-b297-0cda47f7c7d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8da923bf In this two part series, I will discuss a few items:

  • Why do insurance agents and insurance agencies need standard operating procedures?
  • How can SOPs help you insurance agency?
  • What types of SOPs can you create?

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]]> In this two part series, I will discuss a few items:

  • Why do insurance agents and insurance agencies need standard operating procedures?
  • How can SOPs help you insurance agency?
  • What types of SOPs can you create?

Remember to subscribe to the newsletter at www.planetoftheagents.com

]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2020 04:30:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1602 Do you have SOPs at your agency? Do you know what S.O.P means? It means Standard Operation Procedures. If you do not have them, you should look into implementing them. Do you have SOPs at your agency? Do you know what S.O.P means? It means Standard Operation Procedures. If you do not have them, you should look into implementing them. insurance, insurance agency, insurance No Is your business where you want it to be? August is a good time to reflect. 18 18 Is your business where you want it to be? August is a good time to reflect. full ce4f6f42-8071-4f97-81ea-3da07d7351fe https://share.transistor.fm/s/037f76bc We have been trained to think of summer as time to relax.  This happened to many of us when we attended school and had a summer break .  So why not use this time to take a look at your insurance agency. Insurance agents can use this time to make plans for September and the pre-holiday season before the December slow down and to set a trajectory for 2021.

]]> We have been trained to think of summer as time to relax.  This happened to many of us when we attended school and had a summer break .  So why not use this time to take a look at your insurance agency. Insurance agents can use this time to make plans for September and the pre-holiday season before the December slow down and to set a trajectory for 2021.

]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2020 07:30:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 682 August is great time to reflect on your insurance agency business and make plans. I am taking a hiatus in August to work on some other products, but first, let me leave you with some things to think about in your insurance business. August is great time to reflect on your insurance agency business and make plans. I am taking a hiatus in August to work on some other products, but first, let me leave you with some things to think about in your insurance business. insurance, P&C, property and casualty, insurance agent, life insurance No Buying Leads 17 17 Buying Leads full 6f62bb8a-8b1c-4ff6-863d-bbd679415830 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5c24308 Buying leads is a very popular way for an insurance agency to grow.  Insurance agents often purchase leads to get new clients or to expand the types of clients that they are reaching.  But, do you know how well they are really working for you?  What is your conversion rate?  How many leads do you need to buy to close one single new client?  Are you focused on niche leads that offer you opportunities to quote multiple lines of insurance?  These are just some of the items that I will discuss in this episode.

]]> Buying leads is a very popular way for an insurance agency to grow.  Insurance agents often purchase leads to get new clients or to expand the types of clients that they are reaching.  But, do you know how well they are really working for you?  What is your conversion rate?  How many leads do you need to buy to close one single new client?  Are you focused on niche leads that offer you opportunities to quote multiple lines of insurance?  These are just some of the items that I will discuss in this episode.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2020 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2403 If you are buying leads, are you getting a good return on your investment? In this episode we talk about the basics of understanding the ROI on your leads as well as focusing on a specific type of lead. If you are buying leads, are you getting a good return on your investment? In this episode we talk about the basics of understanding the ROI on your leads as well as focusing on a specific type of lead. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Setting goals for your insurance agency. Be Specific. 16 16 Setting goals for your insurance agency. Be Specific. full e2ccd129-b8b3-4c51-b3c4-59727e32dba9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f7b1e82 I like to use two types of goals to create a long-term and a near-term plan.  The bigger picture sets a course for my future, while the near-term plan helps me to take the steps to achieving these goals. If you have never set goals or created any sort of analysis for what you are doing at your insurance agency, then this will help open your eyes to so many things.

]]> I like to use two types of goals to create a long-term and a near-term plan.  The bigger picture sets a course for my future, while the near-term plan helps me to take the steps to achieving these goals. If you have never set goals or created any sort of analysis for what you are doing at your insurance agency, then this will help open your eyes to so many things.

]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2218 You need to set goals to develop a path forward and a way to analyze what you have done. In this episode will discuss two key types of goals and how to make a plan. You need to set goals to develop a path forward and a way to analyze what you have done. In this episode will discuss two key types of goals and how to make a plan. insurance, property and casualty, insurance agency, P&C No How I organize my day in the world of Insurance 15 15 How I organize my day in the world of Insurance full 8ba7d4ef-e39e-4666-83b1-e7cada7a62fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/72c41fb4 Running an agency, even if you are a one-person business, can be done with an efficient organization system.  You likely have numerous tasks to complete that are not repetitive, so you need to make sure that you are balancing your time correctly when creating a daily schedule.  If you just do a little of this and little of that, you may never complete anything in a timely fashion and it may cost you clients and cause other issues.  I'll go over how I manage my daily tasks from the start of the day until the end.

]]> Running an agency, even if you are a one-person business, can be done with an efficient organization system.  You likely have numerous tasks to complete that are not repetitive, so you need to make sure that you are balancing your time correctly when creating a daily schedule.  If you just do a little of this and little of that, you may never complete anything in a timely fashion and it may cost you clients and cause other issues.  I'll go over how I manage my daily tasks from the start of the day until the end.

]]> Fri, 29 May 2020 05:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1365 Don't be busy, be efficient. In this episode I review the 6 steps that I follow to organize my daily routing in insurane. Don't be busy, be efficient. In this episode I review the 6 steps that I follow to organize my daily routing in insurane. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 4 Modernizations and Technologies that you need to implement today for your insurance agency 14 14 4 Modernizations and Technologies that you need to implement today for your insurance agency full b57dd6a5-35e6-427b-bec1-d0a2eeeef65b https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3f590af Most technology about which I read feels geared towards huge insurance companies, but there are products that you can use at your agency that are not expensive and that will help you to grow and maintain business.  IF you're not using at least these items, then you may be losing business to insurance agents that can respond to their clients needs more quickly.

]]> Most technology about which I read feels geared towards huge insurance companies, but there are products that you can use at your agency that are not expensive and that will help you to grow and maintain business.  IF you're not using at least these items, then you may be losing business to insurance agents that can respond to their clients needs more quickly.

]]> Fri, 15 May 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1894 A lot of the technology we hear about is not realistically going to be used at your insurance agency, but there are some that are low cost and easy to implement. We are going to touch on four things that you need at a minimum to stay in touch with your clients and to cater to the future of working. A lot of the technology we hear about is not realistically going to be used at your insurance agency, but there are some that are low cost and easy to implement. We are going to touch on four things that you need at a minimum to stay in touch with your c insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 3 Things that your Insurance Agency can do Today to Plan for the Future 13 13 3 Things that your Insurance Agency can do Today to Plan for the Future full 3c786ea5-ef19-44d1-a3cb-187e06f9d377 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dce4095f Use this time wisely.  If business is slow, it might be time to refocus and make a plan for your future.  There are several things about your business that you can analyze, such as the type of agency that you run and the time that you want to run.  Determining what clients will fit your mold can create a more efficient agency and increase your happiness factor.

]]> Use this time wisely.  If business is slow, it might be time to refocus and make a plan for your future.  There are several things about your business that you can analyze, such as the type of agency that you run and the time that you want to run.  Determining what clients will fit your mold can create a more efficient agency and increase your happiness factor.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2621 It might be time for a renaissance or rebirth of your agency. In this episode I discuss 3 things that you can do to look at your agency set up and plan what types of clients you will be seeking in the future. It might be time for a renaissance or rebirth of your agency. In this episode I discuss 3 things that you can do to look at your agency set up and plan what types of clients you will be seeking in the future. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Resilient Insurance Agent and 5 Things to be Doing Right Now 12 12 The Resilient Insurance Agent and 5 Things to be Doing Right Now full ef097d02-4b16-4cc1-9fd2-9fdb9dc43725 https://share.transistor.fm/s/20a8cd2f Now is the time fo you to be a leader.  People are looking to your for guidance and comfort during this time.  Be there for them.  It's not a time for watching TV and goofing off on social media.  It's time to work on a marketing plan for your insurance agency.  I share 5 things that you can be doing right now to get a jump start on for when things reopen.  You  need to evaluate your business and ask yourself if you'll be doing the same things when this is over.

]]> Now is the time fo you to be a leader.  People are looking to your for guidance and comfort during this time.  Be there for them.  It's not a time for watching TV and goofing off on social media.  It's time to work on a marketing plan for your insurance agency.  I share 5 things that you can be doing right now to get a jump start on for when things reopen.  You  need to evaluate your business and ask yourself if you'll be doing the same things when this is over.

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1382 Times are a little tough, but you can be tough too. Your agents and clients are looking to your for leadership, so focus on positivity and not negativity. Times are a little tough, but you can be tough too. Your agents and clients are looking to your for leadership, so focus on positivity and not negativity. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No 16 Years in Insurance Sales 11 11 16 Years in Insurance Sales full b35d486d-7b39-49f9-a949-d1cd03225996 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d7038967 Over the years, I've worked with different lines in the insurance industry, from life to personal lines to commercial lines.  I have seen both the retail side and the wholesale side, which is helped me to see the struggles of the insurance agent and made me set my sites on making it easier for agents to grow their business and retain clients.  In this episode I tell more of my own story and where I have landed today.

]]> Over the years, I've worked with different lines in the insurance industry, from life to personal lines to commercial lines.  I have seen both the retail side and the wholesale side, which is helped me to see the struggles of the insurance agent and made me set my sites on making it easier for agents to grow their business and retain clients.  In this episode I tell more of my own story and where I have landed today.

]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2047 After 16 years in the insurance industry, I have worked as a retail agent, agency owner, and on the wholesale side. It's been fun and it made me realize that I just want to help agents. After 16 years in the insurance industry, I have worked as a retail agent, agency owner, and on the wholesale side. It's been fun and it made me realize that I just want to help agents. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No How much are you making are you insurance agency? Analyze your business. 10 10 How much are you making are you insurance agency? Analyze your business. full 6dac081e-51b3-4e0f-b3b6-55617f0cb40c https://share.transistor.fm/s/ad78e6c6 Insurance agents spend thousands of dollars on leads.  Are you using your money wisely?  Are you making enough to justify this spending?  It's time to analyze how much you make per policy and per client to determine the value of each transaction.  Do you know ho much your time is worth per hour?  You might be selling policies that are too small to even justify processing them.  At some point, you may have to make a decision on what types of clients your insurance agency is seeking.

]]> Insurance agents spend thousands of dollars on leads.  Are you using your money wisely?  Are you making enough to justify this spending?  It's time to analyze how much you make per policy and per client to determine the value of each transaction.  Do you know ho much your time is worth per hour?  You might be selling policies that are too small to even justify processing them.  At some point, you may have to make a decision on what types of clients your insurance agency is seeking.

]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2077 Are you making enough per policy or per client? Have you analyzed your business? How much is your time worth. In this episode we will review this important questions for insurance agents and agencies. Are you making enough per policy or per client? Have you analyzed your business? How much is your time worth. In this episode we will review this important questions for insurance agents and agencies. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Now is the time for insurance agents to shine 9 9 Now is the time for insurance agents to shine full 6546cd4a-e321-4692-8799-6e6a856acefb https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bcc1427 Just because you're working for home, that does not mean that you should not be focusing.  You might not have new leads, but you have lots of old ones with which to follow up.  Are you connecting with your clients to remind them who you are?  Do they know that you can help them now or in the future when people get back to work?  It's time to shine and stand out in a sea of insurance agents and products.

]]> Just because you're working for home, that does not mean that you should not be focusing.  You might not have new leads, but you have lots of old ones with which to follow up.  Are you connecting with your clients to remind them who you are?  Do they know that you can help them now or in the future when people get back to work?  It's time to shine and stand out in a sea of insurance agents and products.

]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1593 Now is not the time for slacking and watching movies at home. It's time to focus on marketing and follow ups. Now is not the time for slacking and watching movies at home. It's time to focus on marketing and follow ups. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Survival of the Fittest Insurance Agency 8 8 Survival of the Fittest Insurance Agency full c237c580-1ddf-467e-baa2-133ca0a01611 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a3c26ae Unexpected things are happening in the world, the economy, and the insurance agency business.  Spend this time retaining your clients and planning for the future.  The world is full of opportunity and it is your job to find it and help grow your insurance business in the modern world.  With everyone being told to stay home, what is going to happen to your business?  Don't let things that you cannot control hurt your business.  Refine your systems and keep people on the books.

]]> Unexpected things are happening in the world, the economy, and the insurance agency business.  Spend this time retaining your clients and planning for the future.  The world is full of opportunity and it is your job to find it and help grow your insurance business in the modern world.  With everyone being told to stay home, what is going to happen to your business?  Don't let things that you cannot control hurt your business.  Refine your systems and keep people on the books.

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2056 There is opportunity for insurance agents and insurance agencies all around us, even in tough times. Find it and grow. There is opportunity for insurance agents and insurance agencies all around us, even in tough times. Find it and grow. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No The Pandemic and Your Insurance Agency 7 7 The Pandemic and Your Insurance Agency full 8bf0e156-3034-47d2-927f-107be86f1af5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4aa98e27 Retaining insurance agency clients in tough times is key.  There is a constant focus on getting new clients, when you could be focusing on retention and cross selling your current client base.  We do not know what the near-term nor long-term future holds, but that is just part of the ups and downs of working in the insurance industry.  

In this episode, we review several talking points that might help you keep your clients during uncertain times.

]]> Retaining insurance agency clients in tough times is key.  There is a constant focus on getting new clients, when you could be focusing on retention and cross selling your current client base.  We do not know what the near-term nor long-term future holds, but that is just part of the ups and downs of working in the insurance industry.  

In this episode, we review several talking points that might help you keep your clients during uncertain times.

]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1310 How will the pandemic affect your insurance agency business? Get ready for what might come and focus on retention. How will the pandemic affect your insurance agency business? Get ready for what might come and focus on retention. insurance agency, P&C insurance, property and casualty insurance, insurance agent No Running your insurance agency during a pandemic 6 6 Running your insurance agency during a pandemic full 24136438-e53d-4f58-ad4a-31f5f3d8c2e1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/02db3922 This virus could have a a serious affect on your insurance agency operations and how your producers, CSRs, and agents continue to work.  You might have to start working remotely, add additional software, and enhance your phone and other communication systems.  Let's review a plan of action and small steps that you can take now to make things easier as people start to work from home and things change when clients and your staff starts working from home.

]]> This virus could have a a serious affect on your insurance agency operations and how your producers, CSRs, and agents continue to work.  You might have to start working remotely, add additional software, and enhance your phone and other communication systems.  Let's review a plan of action and small steps that you can take now to make things easier as people start to work from home and things change when clients and your staff starts working from home.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0700 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1905 Your insurance agency might see some changes from what is happening or about to happen. Make sure that you have a plan for yourself and your staff so that your agents can continue to thrive. Your insurance agency might see some changes from what is happening or about to happen. Make sure that you have a plan for yourself and your staff so that your agents can continue to thrive. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Build your insurance agency on your own terms 5 5 Build your insurance agency on your own terms full 5d8a6b9f-a42b-4c57-a664-b8759ca284ea https://share.transistor.fm/s/89fb5efd In your insurance agent career, you are going to have choices to make:

  • What insurance should I sell?
  • What types of customers do I want?
  • What product lines do I want to sell?
  • Do I hire someone, outsource, or do it all myself.

These are the tough questions that an insurance agency owner and agent often have to answer.  We will review some options in this episode.

]]> In your insurance agent career, you are going to have choices to make:

  • What insurance should I sell?
  • What types of customers do I want?
  • What product lines do I want to sell?
  • Do I hire someone, outsource, or do it all myself.

These are the tough questions that an insurance agency owner and agent often have to answer.  We will review some options in this episode.

]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2151 Building and insurance agency is not easy, but if you plan ahead, you can build a lasting business that works for you. Building and insurance agency is not easy, but if you plan ahead, you can build a lasting business that works for you. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Basic Technology that an insurance agent can implement today 4 4 Basic Technology that an insurance agent can implement today full bbd341ec-850c-4cd9-b19b-240dfc643c2f https://share.transistor.fm/s/302b676a Whether you like it or not, you are competing with the internet and technology companies that are selling insurance. There are some simple pieces of technology that you can use to make your agency more efficient and make it easier to communicate with your clients.  Not all technology is expensive, and some of the smallest changes could help you improve your business.

Remember to subscribe to the newsletter at www.planetoftheagents.com

]]> Whether you like it or not, you are competing with the internet and technology companies that are selling insurance. There are some simple pieces of technology that you can use to make your agency more efficient and make it easier to communicate with your clients.  Not all technology is expensive, and some of the smallest changes could help you improve your business.

Remember to subscribe to the newsletter at www.planetoftheagents.com

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2020 04:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1753 Technology is a major buzzword in the insurance industry, especially in P&C insurance. While some of it is out of reach for smaller agencies, there are things that you can do today to help your insurance agency. Technology is a major buzzword in the insurance industry, especially in P&C insurance. While some of it is out of reach for smaller agencies, there are things that you can do today to help your insurance agency. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No How I built my insurance agency and how you can do it too. 3 3 How I built my insurance agency and how you can do it too. full 151588f3-a266-45b8-9c98-8d29ec863bb9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2416745d Starting an insurance agency is both challenging and exciting.  Whether you are a small independent insurance agent or looking to start an agency, you can do it, if you stay focused and chase your dream.  I started with no customers by going door to door.  Today, technology has changed insurance marketing, but you can still grow your business, acquire new clients, and retain them.  I'm sharing my story in the hopes that you will learn from it and keep writing your own.

]]> Starting an insurance agency is both challenging and exciting.  Whether you are a small independent insurance agent or looking to start an agency, you can do it, if you stay focused and chase your dream.  I started with no customers by going door to door.  Today, technology has changed insurance marketing, but you can still grow your business, acquire new clients, and retain them.  I'm sharing my story in the hopes that you will learn from it and keep writing your own.

]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 2703 Starting an insurance agency is both challenging and exciting. Whether you are a small independent insurance agent or looking to start an agency, you can do it, if you stay focused and chase your dream. Starting an insurance agency is both challenging and exciting. Whether you are a small independent insurance agent or looking to start an agency, you can do it, if you stay focused and chase your dream. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No Insurance Agent and Agency Technology 2 2 Insurance Agent and Agency Technology full f08368cb-e0e3-4139-9f0f-1e71a1cd4442 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a211b85 Technology for insurance agents is so limited.  What can you do to help your insurance agency compete in this century. You have to keep up or fade away.  You probably won't have the technology of big insure tech companies, but there are a few things that you can implement.

]]> Technology for insurance agents is so limited.  What can you do to help your insurance agency compete in this century. You have to keep up or fade away.  You probably won't have the technology of big insure tech companies, but there are a few things that you can implement.

]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1619 Technology for insurance agents is so limited. What can you do to help your insurance agency compete in this century. You have to keep up or fade away. Technology for insurance agents is so limited. What can you do to help your insurance agency compete in this century. You have to keep up or fade away. insurance, property and casualty, P&C No What's new in the P&C Insurance Business? Insurance Agent Podcast 1 1 What's new in the P&C Insurance Business? Insurance Agent Podcast full 3151cd46-a330-47fd-9e51-f184ca18422d https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c8be559 What's happening in the property and casualty insurance business?  Things are changing, can you keep up?  Insurance carriers and consumers are evolving.  Will your P&C insurance agency be relevant in the future?

]]> What's happening in the property and casualty insurance business?  Things are changing, can you keep up?  Insurance carriers and consumers are evolving.  Will your P&C insurance agency be relevant in the future?

]]> Sat, 22 Feb 2020 22:00:00 -0800 Dave Baker Dave Baker 1857 What's happening in the property and casualty insurance business? Things are changing, can your insurance agency keep up? Insurance agents, carriers and consumers are evolving. Will your P&C insurance agency be relevant in the future? What's happening in the property and casualty insurance business? Things are changing, can your insurance agency keep up? Insurance agents, carriers and consumers are evolving. Will your P&C insurance agency be relevant in the future? insurance, property and casualty, P&C No