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

The Insurance Buzz

"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 nine-month agency owner who is already leading auto growth in his market. Will shares the biggest lessons, unexpected challenges, and mindset shifts he has experienced since launching his agency.

He breaks down why agency ownership is nothing like what people say, the financial reality of starting from scratch, how he is scaling with limited resources, and the biggest mistake new agents make when transitioning from producer to owner. Whether you are considering agency ownership or already in the trenches, this episode is packed with insights to help you grow and succeed.

[00:00:00] – Introduction Welcome Will Plauché: Nine months into agency ownership

[00:02:00] – Why starting an agency is harder than anyone tells you

[00:03:00] – The biggest shock moving from producer to owner

[00:05:00] – How Will is leading auto growth in a tough market

[00:07:00] – Why lifestyle inflation kills agency owners before they even start

[00:09:00] – The importance of surrounding yourself with the right mentors

[00:12:00] – Sales training is non-negotiable: Why most agents fail

[00:15:00] – Why customer relationships are more important than ever

[00:18:00] – Building an agency culture that attracts top talent

[00:22:00] – How Will is balancing growth, hiring, and retention

[00:26:00] – The one thing he refuses to delegate as a new agency owner

[00:30:00] – How to connect with Will and follow his journey

📲 Connect with Will Plauché:

Instagram: @will.plauche

Facebook: Will Plauché - State Farm Agent, Ocean Spring

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Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE

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