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🔒 Uniting Stability and Adaptability: Navigating Change in Insurance🔒

Dear Insurance Champions,

In a world where technology and the business landscape are rapidly evolving, staying ahead of the curve has never been more critical. Adapting to change while maintaining stability has become a balancing act. As we navigate these dynamics, let's explore some key takeaways that can help us embrace change and lead our teams and clients with confidence.

1. Embrace Technology in Your Agency:

• Leverage the power of technology to streamline processes and enhance customer experience.

• Invest in digital tools and platforms that can automate routine tasks, freeing up time for more impactful client interactions.

2. Support Your Team Through Change:

• Communicate openly with your team about new technologies and industry shifts, ensuring they feel equipped and supported throughout the transition.

• Provide training and resources to empower your team to embrace change and serve clients effectively in the evolving landscape.

3. Empathize with Clients' Uncertainty:

• Acknowledge that clients may feel intimidated by new insurance processes and technologies.

• Communicate with empathy, reassuring clients that despite the changes, their needs and concerns remain your top priority.

4. Cultivate Stability Amidst Uncertainty:

• Establish a firm foundation within your agency, promoting stability and trust to counteract the instability that change can bring.

• Foster a culture of resilience and adaptability, while assuring both your team and clients about the unwavering commitment to their well-being.

As insurance agents, it's our responsibility to navigate change with resilience and lead our teams and clients through every unfamiliar journey that lies ahead. By embracing technology, fostering stability, and empathizing with those impacted by change, we can elevate the insurance experience and build lasting trust.

Stay tuned for more insights and practical strategies to navigate the ever-changing insurance landscape.

Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman

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How Insurance Agencies Can Effectively Hire and Train Top-Performing Dialing Specialists

When it comes to hiring and training effective dialing specialists for your insurance agency, it’s tempting to cut corners and do things as cheaply as possible. I’ve learned, sometimes the hard way, that going the cheap route almost always ends up costing more in the long run. Saving a few bucks up front by trying to do it all yourself, or hiring the absolute cheapest dialer, usually means more headaches, less productivity, and a far lower return.

What actually works is shifting how you think about the investment. It’s not just about pinching pennies—it's about understanding the real value you’re getting. There’s nothing wrong with being responsible; you need to be discerning. But if you let a scarcity mindset control your decisions, you'll end up with results that reflect that fear. Money tends to avoid those who are afraid to use it.

Take dialing specialists: If dialer A costs $100 and dialer B costs $250, but dialer B is three times more efficient, that’s not even a contest. Pay the premium for the better performer—because the time saved, the additional deals closed, and the quality of your leads all make it absolutely worth it. Think in terms of lifetime value, not just the cost this month. If your agency is spending $20k, $30k, or even $40k a month on marketing, don’t get stuck on the sticker shock. Ask yourself: What’s the lifetime value of the business written from these efforts? If it’s $100k, you’re making $60k on that investment. That’s how the most successful companies operate—they run their math, know their numbers, and pour gas on the fire when they find what works.

Should you outsource? Should you do it in-house? You’ve got options, and there are plenty of solid programs out there. Whatever you choose, lean towards systems that require less of your own oversight. You don’t need another job managing a dialing team if you don’t have to. Look for solutions where there’s a legitimate manager involved, a community, or even done-with-you support. Spend your time on what moves the needle and avoid getting bogged down in the weeds.

At the end of the day, don’t let a desire to save small amounts here and there cause you to lose big down the road. Prioritize efficiency, long-term value, and smart delegation. That’s how you actually build an agency that scales.

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