Best Dimes Productions Podcasts (2025)

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AIO VS SEO: Move Over, Google—Your Next Sale Is Coming from…ChatGPT? 17:44

1d ago17:44

17:44

"I bought your bundle, ChatGPT told me yours was the best" Yeah, this is a thing now. And we need to prepare as marketers. Let's unpack: In this episode you’ll hear— → The “Chosen by the Chatbot” problem: how your product has to earn the AI’s recommendation — not just show up in search results. → how a casual customer email turned into a wake-up ca…

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363. [HIGHLIGHT] How Your Mindset and Mental Health Directly Impacts Agency Success 20:30

2d ago20:30

20:30

🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing EVER —yes, even better than day 1! 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: This highlight reel gets real about the interna…

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With Friends Like These Who Needs Anemones?! 54:26

5d ago54:26

54:26

Spider-Man and Dr. Octopus vs. The US Military? What a wonky world we're living in when nullifiers erase memories and foes turn friends turn foes again! We've got John Jameson, Spidey stealing *checks notes* air, the first appearance of a one Captain Stacey, and more infighting than The Temptations on a David Ruffin Ego Trip! "Ain't nobody comin' t…

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362. AI is Coming for Insurance — Are You Ready? 36:25

5d ago36:25

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🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing EVER —yes, even better than day 1! 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: AI isn’t coming—it’s already here. And if you’r…

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How To Prep For Your First Full-Time Hire 38:57

8d ago38:57

38:57

In this episode you'll hear: → The First Hire Framework: the step-by-step pre-hire strategy that shows you what to fix before you hand off anything → how I help sellers identify whether their bottleneck is bandwidth, automation, or delegation (spoiler: it's usually all three). → Delegation Danger Zones (and how to avoid burning out your first hire)…

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361. Fix Your Gut, Fix Your Business: Why Energy = Income 39:09

9d ago39:09

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🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing EVER —yes, even better than day 1! 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: What if your bloating, low energy, and restless…

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360. The Real Reason Your Team Isn't Producing Consistently 31:23

12d ago31:23

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🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing EVER —yes, even better than day 1! 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: If your team’s production feels like a rollerco…

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359-Attract Top Talent. Target Better Leads. Win More Business 43:16

16d ago43:16

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🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing —yes, even better than day one. 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: If you’re tired of chasing cold leads and hiring p…

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How I Spot Early Signs of Growth (Before My Clients See It) 16:37

19d ago16:37

16:37

I often get asked, "How do I validate my niche so I don't waste time, money, and energy?" In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my "Tiny Green Light Principle" — the exact way I help clients spot early growth signals that most sellers completely overlook. In this real client case study breakdown you'll hear— → The “Tiny Green Light Princ…

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Moon Over Latveria 44:14

19d ago44:14

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Moon Knight vs. Dr. Doom! In this Season 1 Bonus Episode, we find the Latverian Lion holed up in his Kip Bay Consulate, but that isn't stopping him from sending the greatest 90's hit squad this side of... well... there are a lot better hit squads... But still! They're sent to deal with a certain Right Fist of Khonshu. Beneath the Crescent Moon, we'…

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358. Motivate Your Team Without Spending a Dime 18:43

19d ago18:43

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🎉 Celebrate 7 Years of WSA with Us! For a limited time, get in at our lowest pricing —yes, even better than day one. 👉 Enroll today or schedule a call to find out if it’s the right move for your agency. Use code BIRTHDAY and click the blue ☑️ at checkout to see your savings! What’s in this episode: Do your team incentives start and stop with bonuse…

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357. Not Every Follow-Up Is a Hot Lead 17:13

23d ago17:13

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“You don’t have a follow-up problem—you have a qualification problem.” Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: Just because you had a good conversation doesn't mean it's a hot lead. In this episode, Michael and Courtney break down exactly how to qualify your follow-ups and stop wasting time on "maybes" that are really just polite nos. You'll learn t…

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356. Adjustment vs Pivot: Stop Guessing and Start Leading 15:25

26d ago15:25

15:25

📲 Need help making the right move? Whether it’s an adjustment or a pivot, I've got you. Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610 What's in this episode: Feeling the pressure from a slow week or slumping sales? Don’t panic—plan. In this solo episode, Michael breaks down a framework to help you confidently decide whether your business needs a slight adjustment …

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355. Year One Lessons & What’s Next: David's Playbook for Consistent Production 52:50

1M ago52:50

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Get FREE tips & strategies weekly 👉HERE What's in this episode: David Wetoskey didn’t just survive his first year as an agency owner—he built a high-retention machine and nearly hit 1,000 PIF in 12 months. In this raw, tactical conversation, David breaks down exactly how he structured his team, delegated with purpose, and built systems for consiste…

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354. Do NOT Say This in a Life Insurance Call — It Kills the Sale 12:48

1M ago12:48

12:48

Use code THEBUZZ- 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode: If you’re getting hit with objection after objection on life insurance calls, you might be saying the one thing that instantly kills the sale. In this solo episode, Michael Weaver breaks down the exact phrase that derails the conversation—and gives you …

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353. From Agent to CEO: Justin Cook’s Framework for Building a Winning Insurance Team 54:22

1M ago54:22

54:22

Use code THEBUZZ to save $800 on the 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode: If you think becoming the CEO of a thriving insurance business is about skipping the grind—you’ve got it backward. Justin Cook joins Michael and Courtney to share the unfiltered journey from overlooked agent to MDRT leader with multip…

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352. Buyers are Liars 10:59

1M ago10:59

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Use code THEBUZZ to save $800 on the 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode: Think a "maybe" means progress? Think again. In this solo episode, Michael Weaver explains why all buyers are liars until they give you a clear yes or no. If you're tired of ghosting, follow-ups, and false hope, this is the wake-up ca…

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351. Agency Life: Faster Than Expected, Harder Than Advertised 38:29

1M ago38:29

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Join our FREE Life Insurance Objections Masterclass and start closing with confidence. 👉 Register now: HERE What’s in this episode: Starting a new agency is no joke—and Walker Kesterson is living proof. In this episode, Michael and Courtney sit down with the Missouri-based agent to unpack what the first 10 months of business ownership really look l…

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Rumble, Young Man, Rumble II: The Inside Man 46:34

2M ago46:34

46:34

Doctor Octopus vs. Spider-Man... AGAIN! We’ve got Spidey crashin’ out We’ve got John Jameson We’ve got a heist that would make Vulture proud and Ock cashin' in we’ve got a rumble at Stark Industries and nullifiers galore Yeah, Spidey and Ock were enemies but now? Something more? And We’ve got me! We’ve got you We’ve got… no further ado... We’ve got…

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350. Why Life Insurance Feels Sleazy—And How to Fix It 22:06

2M ago22:06

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Join our Life Insurance Objections Masterclass on May 22nd and start closing with confidence. 👉 Register now:HERE Want the FULL training from this episode? Watch Now 👉 HERE What’s in this episode: Let’s be real—if you’ve ever felt sleazy selling life insurance, you’re not broken. You’re just missing the right framework. In this episode, I’m pulling…

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349. From Sales Rep to Agency CEO: Inside Connor Metcalf's First 5 Months 41:26

2M ago41:26

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Use code THEBUZZ to save $800 on the 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode: In this episode, we sit down with rising agency owner Connor Metcalf, who’s just five months into his new role as an agency CEO. Connor opens up about what it’s really like transitioning from high-performing sales rep to business owne…

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348. 3 Budget Strategies That Close More Life Insurance Sales 19:43

2M ago19:43

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Use code THEBUZZ to save $800 on the 6-Figure Life Insurance Producer Program. 👉 LEARN MORE What’s in this episode: If budget conversations make you freeze—or worse, quote small—this episode will change the way you sell life insurance. Michael Weaver breaks down three proven ways to confidently determine budget, set the stage for higher premiums, a…

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347. The 6-Step Blueprint to Survive (and Win) as a New Insurance Agent-Part 2 31:47

2M ago31:47

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“Create a business that funds your vision—not one that traps you in someone else’s.” – Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: In Part 2 of this real-talk series on The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney continue their deep dive with agency owner and insurance coach Matt Dietz. This episode tackles the hard truths that most agents avoid—budgeting,…

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346. The 6-Step Blueprint to Survive (and Win) as a New Insurance Agent-Part 1 30:43

2M ago30:43

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“Three quotes a day will change your life. It’s not flashy—but it’s the formula.” Matt Dietz What’s in this episode: In Part 1 of this tactical conversation, Michael and Courtney sit down with insurance coach and agency owner Matt Dietz to deliver the 6 critical systems every new agent needs to master. From revenue math to marketing systems and del…

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345. No One’s Coming to Save You. Pivot Like a Leader with Erin Kirk 36:15

2M ago36:15

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“No one is coming to save you. You’re the one kicking through walls, making shit happen.” Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: If you’re waiting for someone to fix your business or hand you success—stop. In this episode, we sit down with Erin Kirk to get real about what it actually takes to lead in today’s insurance game. We talk hiring red flags…

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344. How to Structure Your Week for 40% More Productivity (Without Working More) 25:30

2M ago25:30

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“This system helped us go from checking boxes to pulling big levers.” Courtney Weaver What’s in this episode: In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver pull back the curtain on the exact weekly structure that increased their productivity by 40%—without adding more hours. If you’ve ever ended the day feeling “busy but not pr…

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343. Progressive Is Taking Market Share — Here’s What to Do About It 19:02

2M ago19:02

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“When you win on price, you lose on price.” Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: Progressive might be winning on price in Q1 of 2025—but that doesn’t mean you have to lose. In this solo episode, Michael Weaver gives you a no-bs breakdown of how to handle aggressive market shifts and stop bleeding business to competitors. He covers the three thing…

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The Touch-Me-Notzees II: Follow The Money! 1:17:00

2M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

In this episode, we talk tariff conspiracies, charismatic authority, and pontificate something fierce on the need to find your lane and put the pedal through the floor... Somewhere in there Namor and The Invaders put fascists in the only place they ever should be, on their backs. Bonus Episodes contain curses, we apologize for nothin'! And this Bon…

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342. 3 Key Mistakes to Avoid in your Sales Follow Up 14:22

3M ago14:22

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“Sales is solving problems — and you don’t get to do that if you never call them back.” Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: In this solo episode, Michael Weaver breaks down the real reason most insurance professionals lose sales — poor follow-up. If you’ve ever sent a quote and never heard back, or felt like reaching out again might make you see…

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Spend a Dime or Spend Your Time - What TPT Sellers Struggled With This Week 24:34

3M ago24:34

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Spend a Dime or Spend Your Time—either way, traffic’s gonna cost ya In this episode, Chynell breaks down what’s really going on behind the scenes with successful TPT sellers—and what’s holding others back. From coaching convos to TikTok tests, she explores the three traffic types, what “taking your business seriously” actually looks like, and how o…

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341. Hiring Red Flags and How to Avoid Them with Fletcher Wimbush 56:06

3M ago56:06

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“You’re not just hiring talent—you’re avoiding turnover.” Fletcher Wimbush What’s in this episode: Bad hires cost you time, energy, and money—and they’re more common than you think. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down with Fletcher Wimbush, CEO of Discovered, to break down the biggest red flags in hiring and …

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Lessons from Building a Video Production Company + Running Apparel Brand 21:21

3M ago21:21

21:21

Exciting updates from FilmLaab, including a new apparel line, a Shopify site, and the launch of DEADLAST—a running brand focused on community and fitness. The episode also contrasts genuinely passionate individuals with those who feign indifference, emphasizing how enthusiasm within his team leads to success. 00:00 FilmLaab Updates! 02:44 Introduci…

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340. Stop feeling 'Sales-y' with Life Insurance 19:44

3M ago19:44

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“If you have a product or a service that you genuinely believe solves a problem, you are selfish if you do not sell it.” Courtney Weaver What’s in this episode: In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver break down the biggest reasons insurance agents (and sales pros in general) feel salesy, pushy, or sleazy during their con…

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339. Mental Health, Money, and the Pressure to Perform in Insurance with Tyler Rutledge 50:06

3M ago50:06

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"For so long I believed I had to write million-dollar policies… but peace started when I stopped chasing plastic trophies." Tyler Rutledge What’s in this episode: In this raw and powerful episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney sit down with agent Tyler Rutledge, who shares what it really looks like to hit rock bottom—then come back str…

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338. Why Most Insurance Agents Are Wasting 40% of Their Day (And How to Fix It) 15:03

3M ago15:03

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"If you just followed this plan for 30 days, you'd see massive results." Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: In this solo episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver breaks down a full-day productivity blueprint designed for insurance sales professionals—using ChatGPT as a neutral coach. Whether you're brand new in the business or trying to ge…

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337. The $5.2M Agency Blueprint 35:26

3M ago35:26

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"I’m not chasing leads for today—I’m planting seeds for six months or a year from now." – Ryan Underhill What’s in this episode: What does it take to build a thriving $5.2M agency in the toughest market insurance agents have seen in years? In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down with agency owner Ryan Underhill, …

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336. Who Would Choose The Most Expensive Insurance Quote?! 16:05

3M ago16:05

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"Most of the time, the only thing separating you from your competitor is your willingness to have the conversation." Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver shares a powerful real-world story of a friend who chose the most expensive homeowners insurance quote—over $800 more—and why. Michael break…

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3 ChatGPT Prompts to Improve Your TPT Product Description 12:01

3M ago12:01

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It’s not about better words. It’s about better strategy. In this quick episode, Chynell is sharing 3 smart questions you can ask ChatGPT to help you audit your TeachersPayTeachers product descriptions like a conversion copywriter. These prompts will help you spot what’s missing, make your copy more persuasive, and fix the small things that might be…

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335. Building a Top Insurance Agency in Record Time with Jake Gerdes 35:04

3M ago35:04

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"I would rather be consistently good than occasionally great—any day of the week!" -Jake Gerdes What’s in this episode: Taking over an agency is a significant opportunity, but growing it into a high-performing sales operation comes with challenges that most agents don’t expect. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit …

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334. The Exact Script to Sell More Short Term Disability Insurance 9:33

3M ago9:33

9:33

"It’s not your job to convince someone they need protection. It’s your job to ask great questions and figure out what’s important to the customer." Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver shares the exact word track and script you can use today to sell more short-term disability insurance. Based …

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Preparing Your Marketing for August. Yes, Right Now. 10:58

4M ago10:58

10:58

Ask any fitness trainer and they'll say "summer bodies are made in the winter." Well, that adage works in the business world, too! Let's dive in! Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdream Website: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in taking your business to the next level? Explore coaching opportunities with Chynell: Send …

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333. Burning It All Down to Build Something Real 47:14

4M ago47:14

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"Good things don’t come to those who wait. They come to those who plan, prepare, and execute." — Bryan Smith What’s in this episode: In this powerful and personal episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver sits down with top agent Bryan Smith for a raw conversation about ego, success, faith, and redefining what truly matters in life and business…

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332. How to Use Google Ads to Generate a Steady Stream of Commercial Leads 6:28

4M ago6:28

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Catch the Full Webinar & Exclusive Bonuses! 🎥 Watch the full webinar and get your FREE downloads HERE 💰 Save $1000 on enrollment with code "WEAVER" 🚀 Cohort starts March 21st—don’t miss your chance to join! Take action today and invest in the strategies that will transform your agency. Click the link and start now! What’s in this episode: Google Ad…

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The Zingeroo Shuffle II: Guess Who's Comin' to Dinner! 45:22

4M ago45:22

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Doctor Octopus, fresh off his victory against The King of Swing does the only thing any self-respecting would-be Kingpin of Crime should... subleases a room in the Forest Hills Queens section of New York City. What are the odds Spidey's not dead and the room belongs to his loving Aunt May? I mean it's comic books, sooooooo 100%! We've got Pete Park…

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331. How This New Agent Became #1 in Auto Growth in Just 9 Months 33:55

4M ago33:55

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"Nine months into agency ownership, and it’s nothing like what I was told it would be." – Will Plauché What’s in this episode: Starting an insurance agency from scratch is one of the hardest yet most rewarding challenges an entrepreneur can take on. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down with Will Plauché, a nin…

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330: Why Insurance Agents Burn Out 13:13

4M ago13:13

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Boost Your Agency’s Success with Better Team Meetings! Want a simple framework to keep your team motivated, accountable, and on track? Grab our FREE Team Meetings Playbook with a 12-page extensive roadmap to start running meetings that drive results! 👉 Download now! What’s in this episode: Burnout is real, and if you're experiencing it, you're not …

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Here's Your Spring Cleaning Routine for Your Business 14:59

4M ago14:59

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It’s time for a different kind of spring cleaning—one that clears out the clutter in your business priorities instead of just your junk drawer. In this episode, Chynell dives into the sneaky ways entrepreneurs overload their to-do lists, expenses, and mental bandwidth with tasks that feel productive but actually hold them back. She shares how to di…

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329. The Secret to Hiring, Firing, and Building a Top Insurance Team 35:20

4M ago35:20

35:20

"You can see potential in people, but if their actions don’t validate it, they’re not the right fit for your team." – Kyle Campbell What’s in this episode: Building a successful agency is not for the faint of heart—just ask Kyle Campbell, a year three agent who has learned every lesson the hard way and turned those experiences into massive success.…

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We lost $200,000 of work (here's what we're doing about it) 16:35

4M ago16:35

16:35

In this episode of the podcast, Mitch opens up about his recent encounters with failure in the creative industry. He candidly shares the emotional and financial impact of losing two major projects, totaling over $200,000, and how these setbacks have affected his business. 00:00 Introduction to the topic of failure 01:01 Personal experience with rec…

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328. How the Top 1% of Insurance Agents Win Every Day 8:23

4M ago8:23

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"The best athletes in the world have coaches. Why wouldn’t the best agency owners?"-Michael Weaver What’s in this episode: Success isn’t as complicated as most people think. The top agents don’t have a secret formula—they simply commit to one thing every single day that struggling agents ignore. In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver…

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