Best Insurance Dudes Podcasts (2026)

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The True Cost of Being Underinsured with Eric Brown 44:16

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3h ago44:16

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In this episode, we sit down with Eric, Accredited Accident Reconstructionist, Ohio Peace Officer, Marine Corps veteran, and founder of Crash Tech Reconstruction Services, to discuss the real-world risks of car accidents and the staggering costs of being underinsured. Eric shares insights from his nationally recognized reconstruction work, illustra…

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Modern Insurance Agencies: Growth, Culture & Leadership with Kelly Donahue 41:31

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Kelly Donahue, a public speaker and consultant with over a decade of experience in the local insurance agency space, joins Insurance Dudes to break down what it really takes to build a profitable, future-ready insurance agency. The conversation explores leadership at the agency-owner level, creating a strong internal culture, and using systems inst…

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Redefining Wildfire Insurance: AI, MGA Solutions & Protecting At-Risk 28:32

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In this episode, Kevin Stein, founder and CEO of Delos Insurance Solutions, shares how he is transforming wildfire insurance through cutting-edge AI and innovative MGA structures. With an aerospace background and advanced degrees from Stanford and UC Berkeley, Kevin explains how his team models wildfire risk with remarkable accuracy, providing cove…

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The Power of Presence in Insurance Claims with Galen Hair 31:17

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In this episode, we sit down with Galen Hair, founder of Insurance Claim HQ, to uncover the human side of insurance claims. With over 25 years of experience recovering over $1 billion for policyholders across the U.S., Galen shares how empathy, transparency, and simply being there for clients can make all the difference. From hurricane-struck Louis…

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Why Agencies Stop Growing And How Real Marketing Fixes It With Andy Neary 44:51

20d ago44:51

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In this episode, we uncover the real reasons most insurance agencies struggle to grow and why relying on old-school sales tactics is no longer enough. We’re joined by Andy Neary, who shares how he rebuilt his career from scratch in a market where no one knew him and why building a powerful personal brand became the game-changer that transformed his…

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Real Talk on Success, Mindset & Content With Dan Garzella 1:05:18

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Garzella, a highly respected entrepreneur and the founder of The Garzella Group, one of the fastest-growing independent insurance agencies in the U.S. Dan has built multiple successful businesses, mentors leaders across industries, and continues to guide entrepreneurs on scaling teams, simplifying systems, and c…

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Mastering Sales, Technology & Business Success with Michelle O’Connor 1:06:16

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Michelle O’Connor, a seasoned insurance professional with over 25 years of experience, to talk about the ins and outs of growing a successful business. From mastering follow-ups and building consistent sales processes to leveraging technology and AI to better serve clients, Michelle shares practical insights…

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Life Insurance Insights with Brian Greenberg 38:39

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We’re joined by Brian Greenberg, founder of True Blue Life Insurance, to discuss how agents can combine AI, automation, and traditional strategies to grow their business. From improving lead conversion and designing effective landing pages to harnessing client reviews and maintaining persistence in sales, Brian breaks down the tools and mindset tha…

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From Stable Job to Independent Operator With Nathan Glass 53:55

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In this episode, we’re honored to have Nathan Glass, founder of Utopia Risk, to explore the strategies behind making smarter business decisions. Nathan shares his insights on identifying the right people to work with, whether it’s for hiring, partnerships, or long-term collaborations. He dives into how everyday conversations reveal values, why unde…

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Mastering Insurance, Content & Carrier Strategy With Mark Flockhart 51:40

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Mark Flockhart, founder of Valor Insurance Group, shares his journey from exploring different roles in the insurance industry to building one of the most trusted independent agencies. He dives into how he combined his experience in sales, content creation, and training to create a system that helps clients and agents thrive. In this episode, Mark t…

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The Empathetic Conversation With Dr. Nicole Price 56:37

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Discover the real power with the impact of empathy with Dr. Nicole Price. Nicole is an amazing speaker incorporating her skills into human connections and eliminating the missing parts required to strengthen sales, relationships or leadership. Her Book “Spark the Heart: Engineering Empathy in Organization” has great lessons to understand the meanin…

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How Susana Gibb Combined Creativity with Insurance 1:07:23

2M ago1:07:23

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In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Susana Gibb, who transitioned from a theater major and professional actress to a thriving insurance entrepreneur. Susana's story demonstrates how creativity and entrepreneurship can flourish together, from performing on stage to running her own agency. Susana discusses how her acting background …

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Untold Power of Insurance with Andrew Engler 1:07:23

3M ago1:07:23

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In this episode we have Andrew Engler, the Co-founder and CEO of Kettle who has built groundbreaking strategies that combine insurance, technology, and real-world mitigation to lower premiums, reduce risk, and protect communities. This conversation is bold, refreshing, and packed with insights that could redefine how we approach risk in the modern …

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Breaking The Old-School Insurance Model With Melissa Dillon 46:34

3M ago46:34

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In this episode, we had a conversation with educational consultant, Melissa Dillon. She shared how redefining failure can transform the way we learn, work, and live. From healing old classroom wounds to building confidence in careers, this conversation dives into resilience, mindset, and the power of persistence. Join the elite ranks of P&C agents.…

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Choosing Love in Business & Marriage With Brian Ahearn 58:24

3M ago58:24

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In this episode, we sat down with a speaker, coach and consultant Brian Ahearn where he shared the real influence and a key to unlock your potential associated with love. This episode was all about choosing love, balancing life, focusing on a partner's positivity and making bonds with people connected with you. Join the elite ranks of P&C agents. S…

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The Real Keys of Insurance Success With Roger Short 52:48

3M ago52:48

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In this episode, we sat down with Roger Short an amazing entrepreneur with great experience in multiple ventures for over 25 years. He discussed the ideas of building trust and scaling agency beyond price. Roger’s contribution as the co-founder of Life Insurance Academy has made him successful through consistency and rethinking the insurance sales …

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Technology and Trust in Insurance Sales with Chase Beach 27:33

4M ago27:33

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Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In today’s episode, we had the pleasure to sit down with Chase Beach, Co-Founder of InsureGrid. A young talented innovator who’s transforming the insurance industry by simplifying the way agents buy and sell. Are you struggling hard to chase leads, collecting clients info and price competing? …

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Why Mindset Matters: Julian Chambers’ Playbook for Young Agents in the Insurance World 43:17

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Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! Craig and Jason sit down with the energetic and insightful Julian Chambers. From his early days dabbling in network marketing straight out of high school, to finding his stride in life insurance and then crushing it in Medicare sales, Julian shares his journey as a young entrepreneur in the in…

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Don Wilson on Outworking the Competition and Creating a Standout Insurance Brand 1:00:20

4M ago1:00:20

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, we’re joined by Don Wilson, the dynamic founder and owner of Capital Insurance Group. Don’s journey is as compelling as it is inspiring—he went from running retail clothing stores in West Virginia to leading a multi-state insurance agency with the mantra of authentic leadership and relentless pe…

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Private Equity Insights and Growth Strategies from Brandon Wolfe 43:45

5M ago43:45

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Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this candid and insightful conversation, hosts Jason Feltman and Craig Pretzinger are joined by Brandon Wolfe, Managing Partner at Jordan Partners, to dive deep into the world of insurance agencies and private equity. Ever wondered if insurance is the "legalized mafia" of finance, or why so many…

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How Kathy Hitchcock Built a Booming Insurance Agency After a Rocky Start 1:10:45

5M ago1:10:45

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this compelling episode, host Craig Pretzinger and co-host Jason Feltman sit down with Kathy Hitchcock from the Hitchcock Insurance Group in Rome, Georgia. Kathy shares her remarkable journey as a young scratch agent, opening her agency in 2015 just months before facing back-to-back rate hikes and near-imposs…

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Hiring, Hustle, and Heart: Inside Sethe Smith’s Agency Playbook 54:10

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, Craig and Jason sit down with Sethe Smith, owner of the Sethe Smith Agency in Fort Wayne, Indiana, for a candid conversation packed with both wisdom and wild stories from the insurance trenches. From cleaning up unforgettable office mishaps to building a top-performing agency from scratch, Sethe…

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From Zero to $12 Million: Tung Le’s Insurance Agency Growth Story 34:01

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In today’s episode, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with Tung Le, the unstoppable insurance entrepreneur behind a thriving Allstate agency in Houston, Texas. Tung gets real about his rollercoaster journey, starting from scratch in March 2020—just as the world shut down. From losing his first em…

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200 in Heels: Fast Lanes and Faster Growth with Cassidy Arbeli 35:27

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Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, Jason and Craig sit down with Cassidy Arbeli—a powerhouse agency owner whose journey is as inspiring as it is unconventional. Raised by entrepreneurial parents and equipped with a natural flair for business, Cassidy shares how she transformed her insurance career from humble beginn…

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From Captive to Independent: Dan Kitajima’s Journey to Insurance Agency Freedom 53:07

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Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this powerful conversation, hosts Jason Feltman and Craig Pretzinger sit down with Dan Kitajima to unpack a truly wild journey from building a $17 million captive insurance agency to making the bold leap into the independent world. Dan shares the highs and lows of his experience—from signing a j…

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From McDonald’s to Insurance Success: The Ben Bucher Agency Story 51:13

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, our hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with Ben Bucher, owner of Bucher Family Insurance, for an engaging, honest, and often hilarious conversation about his journey from an aspiring actor and McDonald’s manager to leading a multimillion-dollar insurance agency. Ben opens up about…

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From College Basketball Coach to $18 Million Insurance Agency: BJ Hill’s Playbook for Success 50:59

7M ago50:59

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On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with BJ Hill, owner of Summit Insurance in Loveland, Colorado. BJ shares his remarkable journey from college basketball coach to building one of the top insurance agencies in the country, now writing over $18 million in premium. From his early days as a “juco”…

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Uncovering Referral Goldmines and Process Mastery with Peter Fournier 43:07

7M ago43:07

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Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, hosts Jason Feldman and Craig Pretzinger sit down with industry powerhouse Peter Fournier to uncover the secrets behind building a thriving, recession-proof insurance agency. Peter shares his journey from flipping Pokémon cards as a kid to carving out his niche in mortgage protection within the …

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Why David Carothers Avoids Industry Hires and How It Fuels His Agency’s Success 29:05

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Welcome to this episode of The Insurance Dudes, where hosts Jason and Craig sit down for a high-energy, no-holds-barred conversation with the dynamic David Carothers. David shares his unconventional journey from a college baseball player and retail worker living off macaroni and cheese to running a powerhouse commercial insurance agency in Tampa. I…

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David Kelly Wrote The Book On Incentive Comp Management 24:22

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On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, Jason and Craig sit down with David Kelly, the author who literally wrote the book on incentive compensation management and the founder of insuretech startup BobTrack. David shares his unconventional journey into the insurance industry—starting as a complete outsider who’s never sold a policy but knows how to…

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Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel 23:08

7M ago23:08

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Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we …

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Gleb Tsipursky Plays Decision Doctor Don't Dare Miss This Diamond 46:56

7M ago46:56

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Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we …

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Mastering Recruitment: Insights from Dave Williams on Scaling Insurance Agencies 48:38

7M ago48:38

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today's guest is none other than Dave Williams, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fascinating journey from overcoming personal and professional challenges to building a multi-million dollar insurance agency. Dave shares his insights on the importance of mastering your craft from the groun…

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Learn from Brian A'Hearn To Earn, Know What I Mean Vern? 46:09

7M ago46:09

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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes Podcast! Today, we have a special guest, Brian Ahearn. With his extensive experience in the insurance industry and expertise in the psychology of persuasion, Brian shares invaluable insights that can help transform your agency operations and enhance your sales skills. From the importance of…

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Wild Bill Rice Talkin Bout Leads | The Insurance Dudes 37:17

7M ago37:17

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In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feldman sit down with Wild Bill Rice to explore the ins and outs of lead generation within the insurance industry. As a seasoned professional in marketing and lead generation, Bill Rice offers valuable insights into understanding the unique challenges and opportunities tied to…

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Jas Takhar Crushes Content Curating Creative Craziness 50:53

7M ago50:53

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In this exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig and Jason as they bring in the dynamic Jas Takhar live from his own studio. Known for his high-energy approach, Jas promises to match and potentially exceed the enthusiastic vibes. Dive into a lively conversation filled with rapid-fire questions and insightful discussions on content …

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How to Master the Art of Insurance Sales with Rob Liano 56:26

7M ago56:26

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In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason as they dive into an insightful conversation with Sales Coach and Speaker, Rob Liano. Growing up as the youngest of four boys with a father who transitioned from engineering to excelling in vacuum sales, Rob learned early on about the power of sales and determination. Fro…

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How to Thrive in Commercial Insurance: Lessons from Patrick Albrecht 36:54

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In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig and Jason sit down with Patrick Albrecht, President of Associated Insurance Administrators (AIA), to discuss the evolution of commercial insurance marketing and sales. Patrick shares his journey from Air Force engineer to insurance executive, offering valuable insights into the wholesale insurance…

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A New Chapter – Come Join Me on Everyone's Talkin' Money 1:16

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I'm jumping in with a quick update—and some exciting news. I'm the new co-host of the Everyone's Talkin' Money podcast! If you've enjoyed the conversations we've had here, I'd love for you to come with me. On Everyone's Talkin' Money, we're continuing the mission of making money talk more honest, relatable, and useful. Each week, I'll bring you new…

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Rudy Surovick’s Advice for Insurance Agents Facing Tough Times 38:12

11M ago38:12

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're thrilled to have a candid conversation with Rudy Surovick, an accomplished insurance professional with a fascinating journey from the independent agency world to becoming a pivotal player in the captive insurance landscape.In this episode, Rudy shares e…

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Escaping the Handcuffs: Gensler's Journey from Captive to Independent Insurance Success 22:12

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes podcast! In today's exciting episode, we sit down with Travis Gensler, a seasoned insurance professional who shares his incredible journey from a marketing franchise debacle to becoming a successful independent insurance agent.Travis dives deep into the benefits and challenges of …

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From Law to Insurtech: Chris Cheatham's Journey 25:31

12M ago25:31

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, Craig Pretzinger and Jason are joined by Chris Cheatham, an entrepreneurial dynamo deeply rooted in the insurtech world. Chris, a former lawyer and the co-founder of Risk Genius, shares his journey from legal frustrations to pioneering insurance AI technologies. W…

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From Law to Insurtech: Chris Cheatham's Journey | Teaser 0:49

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Shoot Us A Message!Join us as we navigate Chris’s unique career trajectory, from handling complex legal documents with machine learning to enhancing insurance processes with AI.Expect lots of laughs, engaging anecdotes, and even some nostalgic discussions about video games and childhood concerts! So buckle up and get ready for a dynamic ride throug…

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Mastering Traits and Systems: Ryan Schaffer's Insights on Efficiency and Growth 37:37

12M ago37:37

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're thrilled to have Ryan Schaffer from the mortgage and real estate finance industry join us. Ryan, who once aspired to be a firefighter, transitioned to the mortgage world in the early 2000s and has since navigated through various market cycles, including the 2008…

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Mastering Traits and Systems: Ryan Schaffer's Insights on Efficiency and Growth | Teaser 0:49

12M ago0:49

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Shoot Us A Message!Whether you're in insurance, mortgage, or any sales-driven industry, this episode is packed with valuable advice on scaling your operations, building referral partnerships, and maintaining a competitive edge through perseverance and personalized communication. So tune in tomorrow and get ready to gain some actionable insights fro…

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Chad Spaide on Automation, Burnout, and Effective Client Engagement in Insurance 32:35

12M ago32:35

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're excited to dive deep into the world of insurance with our special guest, Chad Spaide. Pronounced "Spade," Chad brings a wealth of experience and insights to our conversation. From tackling burnout and maintaining competitiveness in the industry to leveraging automati…

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Chad Spaide on Automation, Burnout, and Effective Client Engagement in Insurance | Teaser 0:36

1y ago0:36

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Shoot Us A Message!Join hosts Jason and Craig as they discuss the value of mutual respect and support among colleagues, the significance of listening in sales, and the adaptability required in a constantly changing market.Chad also shares invaluable tips on using technology to enhance efficiency without losing the personal touch, managing leads, an…

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Secrets to Success in Insurance Sales with Ramis Hakim 30:41

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're diving deep into the world of entrepreneurship and the insurance industry with our special guest, Ramis Hakim. Ramis, an industry veteran, shares his journey from aspiring minister to becoming a powerhouse in final expense life insurance sales. We'll ex…

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Adam Pisani's Journey in the Insurance Industry 47:58

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we are thrilled to have Adam Pisani join us, an experienced insurance agent with nearly 19 years in the industry. Adam dives deep into the essential aspects of running a successful insurance business, from the necessity of having that "fire in the belly" mo…

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Becky Isbell's Story of Growth, Family, and Network Support 25:27

1y ago25:27

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Shoot Us A Message!Welcome back to another enriching episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today, we're thrilled to have Becky Isbell join us for an engaging conversation packed with personal anecdotes, career insights, and inspiring reflections.Becky, who entered the insurance world in 2000, shares her unconventional journey of meeting her husband, star…