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Agency Nation - Insurance Marketing and Technology Strategists

Agency Nation is the leading digital publication helping insurance professionals dominate marketing, sales and technology in the modern marketplace.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Agency Nation Radio episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Agency Nation Radio for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Agency Nation Radio episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Agency Nation Radio - Efficiently Outsourcing Your Way to Growth
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07/03/18 • 14 min

There comes a point in every agency where the things you have to do prevent you from doing what needs to be done.

It's this disproportionate balance of activities that usually leads to burnout and despair.

Let's be honest, there's a reason you made it this far in this industry and rarely does it have anything to do with those nagging tasks.

Now you're faced with the challenge of making sure they get done consistently every month but still leave you time to do what you want.

That's what I talk to Nick Thalhammer, of Cincinnatus Insurance, about as he contemplates the work he might not have to do anymore.

P.S. There's plenty of efficiency and growth happening inside the Agency Nation newsletter, come see for yourself.

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The decision to invest in technology for your agency can be a difficult process if you don’t start with a goal in mind. What you can potentially do with the data generated from these technologies has endless possibilities. In this session we will discuss how having easier to work with technology partners and access to data can help you better understand your business, uncover clear new business and retention opportunities, maximize your carrier and client relationships by knowing what "good" business looks like and how agencies streamline the workflow of their staff to become more profitable than ever. We look forward to you joining us as we discuss these top of mind opportunities.

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Tyler Asher, president of Safeco Insurance, joins Agency Nation Radio to explain the four big bets Safeco is making on the future of insurance.

 

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 After more than a decade leading a captive insurance agency, Ivan Hudson knew he was ready to launch into independent agency ownership. The story of Ivan Hudson Agency in Little Rock begins when Ivan recognized the advantage independence brings to his clients and the expansive business opportunities that follow. Hear how he finds his purpose and embraces the value he brings to the IA channel.
 
 Welcome to Declaration of Independents on Agency Nation Radio where insurance professionals turn on the mic and share unscripted stories about leadership, technology, marketing, success and failure-- stories that helped make them the professionals they are today. 
 
 From Main Street USA, to the pages of Independent Agent Magazine and NOW on Agency Nation Radio... 

Host: Will Jones, editor-in-chief of Independent Agent 
 Guest: Ivan Hudson, Ivan Hudson Agency, Little Rock, Arkansas
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Agency Nation Radio - Peter McMurtrie, Nationwide

Peter McMurtrie, Nationwide

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09/09/20 • 46 min

Nationwide recently completed its transition to a fully independent agent model. Listen as Peter McMurtrie, President, Property & Casualty Commercial Lines at Nationwide, shares what went into that decision and what independent agents can expect to see from Nationwide in 2021. Hosted by our guest podcaster, Jared Bellmund of ALLCHOICE Insurance.

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Agency Nation Radio - Steve Mohr, LightSpeed Voice

Steve Mohr, LightSpeed Voice

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05/06/21 • 35 min

In this episode, Bradley Flowers from Portal Insurance sits down with Steve Mohr from Lightspeed voice to talk about all things insurance technology, things agents need to look for, and where Steve sees the agency channel heading. You don't want to miss this one.
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On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Jarrard “Rod” Powell Sr., agency principal at Encore Insurance Group Chesterfield, Virginia, shares his unique experience in insurance. Powell grew up cutting records and touring as an R&B artist, but by the time he reached his 30s, he was looking for a more stable career. After breaking into insurance through claims and benefits, Powell realized that “insurance was not only something that I could do, but something that I would enjoy,” he says. “And lo and behold, it went from something on the side to a passion to, ultimately, a purpose.” In 2022, Powell and his business partner founded Encore Insurance Group, a mid-Atlantic independent agency that runs the gamut from commercial property & casualty to life, retirement solutions and employee benefits, specializing in voluntary benefits and enrollment communication services. Starting the agency was “an opportunity to create the culture that’s going to service communities in the way that we desire, help people, bring value and be a solution,” Powell says. Agency Nation Radio is where insurance professionals turn on the mic and share unscripted stories about leadership, technology, marketing, success, and failure—stories that helped make them the professionals they are today. From main street USA to the pages of Independent Agent magazine—we’ve got the stories you want to hear. For more, catch Agency Nation Radio on your favorite streaming platform or visit https://www.iamagazine.com/podcasts. You Should Get A License Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@ysgetalicense
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On this episode of Agency Nation Radio Podcast, we explore the intersection of parenthood and professional growth with Lori Mihalich-Levin, the founder of Mindful Return. Lori shares insights, challenging stereotypes and offering practical strategies for both working parents and leaders seeking to foster a more supportive work environment for employees at every stage in life. Guest hosts Jana Foster, owner of Nevada Insurance Agency Co. and Jesse Konold, partner at BridgeMark Insurance Solutions in South Dakota experienced many parallels in life. The fast friends served the Big “I” national Young Agents Committee while raising young families and moving into agency ownership. They recently reconnected to talk with the leading empowerment expert “parenting out loud.” Lori talks about creating a parent-friendly work culture that encourages open communication, empathy, and flexibility. Additionally, she shares personal strategies that help her create structure and find success as a busy working parent. “There are these career critical skills that we gain through parenthood that make us inevitably more efficient and effective,” says Lori. “Working parents are some of the most productive and efficient people I have ever met because we don't have time for all the nonsense. Right? We are productivity, ninjas.” Get ready for this myth-busting session filled with techniques you can easily implement for a more productive and mindful life. Agency Nation Radio is where insurance professionals turn on the mic and share unscripted stories about leadership, technology, marketing, success, and failure—stories that helped make them the professionals they are today. From Main Street USA to the pages of Independent Agent magazine—we’ve got the stories you want to hear. For more, catch Agency Nation Radio on your favorite streaming platform or visit https://www.iamagazine.com/podcasts. Guests: • Lori Mihalich-Levin https://www.mindfulreturn.com/about-lori-mihalich-levin/; https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimihalichlevin/ • Jesse Konold, https://keyagency.com/about/staff/jesse-konold; https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-konold-cic-afis-568a5422/ • Jana Foster, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jana-schellin-foster-969667b1/ Resources: • Mindful Return Website: https://www.mindfulreturn.com • Lori's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimihalichlevin/ • Mindful Return's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindful-return/ • Mindful Return on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulreturn/ • Mindful Return on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindfulreturn • Mindful Return on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mindfulreturn/ Parents at Work Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parents-at-work/id1239258343
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What technology is worth the investment? How can we learn about technology from insurtech startups? Laird Rixford, president of Insurance Technologies Corporation (ITC) explains...

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During this episode of Agency Nation Radio, the Big “I” Young Agents and Trusted Choice share their insights on building staff morale as part of a special hard market bonus series. Guests Brock Elliott, National Young Agents Committee (YAC) Chair and Producer at Elliott Insurance Group, and Lisa Lemanski, Operations Manager at Meiers Lombardini Lemanski Insurance, talk about how they keep a positive culture during this hard market with Avery Moore, owner of ECI Insurance and member of the National YAC. Moore starts off the discussion by asking how the hard market has impacted staff morale within their agencies. Lemanski shares some of the strategies she’s implemented – like role playing conversations when a rate increase is discussed to gamifying trainings for staff to win prizes. Elliott reintroduced “smoke breaks” in his office. None of his staff are tobacco users, but the concept of stepping away from your desk for 15 minutes to take a break has been widely popular across multiple branch locations. Moore, when talking about leading through the hard market, said, “When you’re knee deep in alligators, it’s hard to remember you came to drain the swamp.” Elliott, Lemanski and Moore agree that the most important part of leading a team is making sure everyone feels valued and is recognized for their contribution. This might mean late starts, hybrid working, or gift cards to celebrate workaversaries. This session provides multiple strategies on how to increase morale within your agency and how it will impact your culture. Culture is not something that will change overnight. Elliott said, “We’re turning a cruise ship, not a canoe, and that takes time.” The Young Agents recommend the Trusted Choice Hard Market Toolkit as a valuable resource that can help with some of the nuances during a hard market. Agency Nation Radio is where insurance professionals turn on the mic and share unscripted stories about leadership, technology, marketing, success, and failure—stories that helped make them the professionals they are today. From Main Street USA to the pages of Independent Agent magazine—we've got the stories you want to hear. For more, catch Agency Nation Radio on your favorite streaming platform or visit iamagazine.com/podcasts. GUEST: Avery Moore https://www.linkedin.com/in/averymooreeci/ https://eciagency.com/; www.bigiok.com/Connect/Pages/YA/default.aspx Brock Elliott https://www.linkedin.com/in/brock-elliott-7168568a/ https://elliottinsurancegroup.com/; https://www.kaia.com/yak/ Lisa Lemanski https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-lemanski-cisr-728a0458/
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How many episodes does Agency Nation Radio have?

Agency Nation Radio currently has 1264 episodes available.

What topics does Agency Nation Radio cover?

The podcast is about Marketing, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Agency Nation Radio?

The episode title 'Efficiently Outsourcing Your Way to Growth' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Agency Nation Radio?

The average episode length on Agency Nation Radio is 27 minutes.

How often are episodes of Agency Nation Radio released?

Episodes of Agency Nation Radio are typically released every day.

When was the first episode of Agency Nation Radio?

The first episode of Agency Nation Radio was released on Dec 29, 2015.

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