Insurance The Brightway

Join Rick Fox for this brand new edition of Insurance The Brightway (ITB).
We are kicking July off with a bang as Ashley Fitzsimmons with the Ohio Insurance Agency Association (OIAA) joins Rick to show you what you need to be focusing on right now so your franchise keeps up with the demands of the carriers and policyholders in 2023!
Learn how to keep things uncomplicated as we show you how to do "Insurance The Brightway!"
ITB is a weekly podcast brought to you by Brightway Insurance, the insurance franchising leader coast-to-coast.

In this episode, Rick discusses the importance of building a strong culture within an organization. He emphasizes the need for a genuine vision that aligns with the organization's purpose and values. Rick also highlights the significance of setting clear goals and expectations that are measurable and in line with the vision. He emphasizes the importance of ongoing communication and understanding the expectations of employees. Rick acknowledges the challenges of building a strong culture in a remote work environment and suggests strategies to overcome them. Overall, he emphasizes the need for continuous effort and commitment to building and maintaining a strong culture.

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In this episode, Rick discusses the importance of planning for a successful year. He emphasizes the need for goal setting and setting clear, measurable goals. Rick also highlights the importance of breaking down goals into short, medium, and long-term objectives. He emphasizes the need to get buy-in from everyone involved and to hold oneself and others accountable. Lastly, Rick discusses the option to iterate and make changes to the plan as necessary.
We are excited to be back for ITB Season 2!

On this week's Insurance The Brightway (ITB) podcast, Rick Fox answers your questions in the ITB Mail Bag. Agencies get the answers they want right now!
From the economy to technology and everything in between, the ITB has the answers to the questions America's agencies and business owners are asking this week.

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In this episode, Rick discusses his outlook for 2024 in the insurance industry. While there are challenges such as increasing homeowners insurance rates and weather-related claims, Rick emphasizes the opportunities for proactive agents. He encourages agents to take action and not wait for the market to improve. Rick suggests strategies like cross-selling additional products, targeting lost leads and customers, and exploring commercial lines. He also mentions the importance of finding the right business and staying proactive. Despite the challenges, Rick remains optimistic about the potential for success in 2024.