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Agents Growth Academy

Jim Schubert

104 episodes

1 month ago

Send us a text In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim sits down with Bobby Touran, co-founder of Rainbow, a tech-enabled MGA transforming how insurance is delivered for niche businesses like restaurants. Bobby explains how Rainbow blends automation and underwriting expertise to improve efficiency without removing the agent from the process. He shares how his team uses real-time data, continuous underwriting, and a strong service mindset to simplify restaurant insurance and support agen...

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Send us a text In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim sits down with Bobby Touran, co-founder of Rainbow, a tech-enabled MGA transforming how insurance is delivered for niche businesses like restaurants. Bobby explains how Rainbow blends automation and underwriting expertise to improve efficiency without removing the agent from the process. He shares how his team uses real-time data, continuous underwriting, and a strong service mindset to simplify restaurant insurance and support agen...

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Episodes (20/104)

Agents Growth Academy

104. Building Tech-Enabled Insurance Products for Agents

Send us a text In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim sits down with Bobby Touran, co-founder of Rainbow, a tech-enabled MGA transforming how insurance is delivered for niche businesses like restaurants. Bobby explains how Rainbow blends automation and underwriting expertise to improve efficiency without removing the agent from the process. He shares how his team uses real-time data, continuous underwriting, and a strong service mindset to simplify restaurant insurance and support agen...

6 months ago

33 minutes

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103. Building Purpose-Driven Brands

Send us a text In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim welcomes Dani Kimble, founder of Azelie Studio and a specialist in building purpose-driven brands. Dani shares how growing up in a family business shaped her storytelling mindset and explains the core elements of creating a brand rooted in authentic purpose. She offers valuable advice for insurance agency owners looking to deepen their brand impact. Takeaways Building a purpose-driven brand starts with understanding and articulatin...

6 months ago

33 minutes

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102. Life After the Sale

Send us a text In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim reconnects with Gabe Oh, a returning guest and friend who recently sold his insurance agency. Gabe opens up about the personal and professional reasons behind his decision, the options he explored, and the mental and emotional impacts of selling. He reflects on life after the sale, how it has affected his family, his work, and his mindset, offering honest advice for agency owners considering the same path. Takeaways Selling an agen...

6 months ago

42 minutes

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101. The Hidden Power of Agent Advocacy

Send us a text In this episode, Jim sits down with John Barbour, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG), to explore the vital role that independent agents play in driving real change during one of the hardest markets the insurance industry has seen. John shares his background as a lobbyist and explains how agents can use their relationships and voices to influence critical legal reforms, especially around tort and judicial issues. The conversation offers a powerful look at ...

6 months ago

41 minutes

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100. Unlocking the Art of Insurance

Send us a text To celebrate the 100th episode of the Agents Growth Academy podcast, our guest is one of the most dynamic agency owners in the insurance space, Chris Paradiso. With 25 years of experience, Chris shares how InsurTech, process-driven leadership, and client-focused innovation are revolutionizing the independent agency model. From redefining the customer experience to investing in your team and technology, Chris delivers actionable insights for agents ready to work on their busines...

6 months ago

45 minutes

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99. Building Products with Your Customers

Send us a text Building Products with Your Customers In this episode, Jim interviews Mark Engels, CEO of ePayPolicy, a modern payments platform built for insurance carriers, brokers, and agencies. Mark shares insights on why businesses should build products with their customers rather than for them. He explains how ePayPolicy collaborates with agencies to streamline payments, automate reconciliation, and improve efficiency. The conversation dives into digital transformation in insurance, the...

7 months ago

32 minutes

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98. Focus On What Matters With Winston Smith

Send us a text In this episode, Jim interviews Winston Smith, CEO of Bridge, a customer communications management software designed for independent insurance agents. Winston discusses the importance of agency owners working on their business rather than in it, and how Bridge can help them achieve this. He highlights the bottleneck that agency owners often face and explains how Bridge streamlines operations and provides tools for sales, marketing, and customer communication. Winston shares suc...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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97. Content Is King With Chris Greene

Send us a text Chris Greene from Flood Insurance Guru shares what he's learned about creating the most robust library of content that is selling flood insurance like hotcakes. In fact, he created 1,500 videos in 1,500 days! He also discusses the importance of perfecting your processes so you can free up your time to "Wow" your customers. 3 Key Takeaways The most effective way to create content that sells insurance for you while you sleep is answering questions your clients and prospects cons...

2 years ago

53 minutes

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96. Growing Through Agency Culture And Referral Partners With Melissa Stallings

Send us a text Today, Melissa Stallings shares the secret formula for growing her agency to one of the most respected all-female agencies in Georgia. It all comes down to the culture she's developed with her employees and the relationships she's developed with her community and her referral partners. Get ready to learn how you can grow your own book of business through culture and relationships. 3 Key Takeaways Melissa started out seeking balance in her own life, but ended up fostering it in...

2 years ago

1 hour 1 minute

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95. Million $ Insurance Agents Begin Each Day With These Habits 💰🌟

Send us a text Get ready to learn the daily habits of million-dollar insurance agents that can help you take your insurance sales to the next level. These habits will help you stay focused and motivated every day. Join us as we dive into the routines of top-performing insurance agents and learn how you can implement these habits into your own daily routine to achieve success in your insurance career. 3 Key Takeaways Whether it’s fiction or nonfiction, reading will get your brain up and movin...

2 years ago

9 minutes

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94. Crush Your Sales Goals With These Jasper AI Hacks

Send us a text Discover the power of Jasper AI and learn how to crush your sales goals in this game-changing video! 🚀 In this Jasper AI tutorial, I’ll reveal the top hacks that will revolutionize your sales and marketing process and help you achieve your targets faster than ever before. 💥 3 Key Takeaways Compelling opening subject lines are KEY to get your readers to open emails; use Jasper AI to select the best shot!One of the simplest ways to engage a social media audience is to ask a que...

2 years ago

9 minutes

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93. Skyrocket Your Insurance Sales by Avoiding This Deadly Mistake!

Send us a text I’m going to reveal some deadly mistakes that are holding you back from skyrocketing your insurance sales. 🚀💰 Don’t feel bad, you’re not the only insurance agent making these errors, and by avoiding them, you'll be ahead of the competition. So, buckle up and get ready to start selling insurance like never before! 3 Key Takeaways Set expectations for the time it will take to get a quote and review it.Set price expectations, it’s what both parties really want.Set incumbent expec...

2 years ago

9 minutes

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92. 10 Tips for Perfecting Your LinkedIn Profile

Send us a text Ready to take your LinkedIn profile to the next level? In this video, we'll share 10 expert tips to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile and stand out from the crowd. Learn how to create a powerful profile summary, choose the perfect profile picture, and leverage LinkedIn marketing strategies to boost your professional network. 3 Key Takeaways Use amazing visuals to look the part of a professionalMake sure your info is up to date and ON POINT, people don’t like searc...

2 years ago

17 minutes

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91. Essential Skills Every Remote Insurance Agent Needs

Send us a text In this video, we'll explore the key skills that every remote insurance agent needs to succeed in today's digital landscape. Learn how to effectively communicate with clients, manage your time, and leverage technology to close deals from the comfort of your home. Join us as we dive into the essential skills that will help you excel as a remote insurance agent and grow your book of business. 3 Key Takeaways How to prioritize clients in order to maximize your time spent with ea...

2 years ago

14 minutes

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90. Insurance AI: 5 Game-Changing AI Tools For Insurance Agents

Send us a text If you're feeling overwhelmed by manual paperwork, inefficient processes, and a lack of customer engagement, then you are not alone! Insurance agents everywhere are struggling to streamline their operations and increase sales due to outdated methods and limited resources. Despite efforts to attract new clients, they find themselves stuck in a repetitive cycle that hinders growth and profitability. Instead of achieving the desired result of improved efficiency and increased cust...

2 years ago

9 minutes

Agents Growth Academy

89. The Future of Insurance Efficiency: How ePayPolicy is Pioneering the Industry

Send us a text Join host Jim Schubert as he talks with Mark Engels from ePayPolicy about the digital shift in the insurance industry and how their product is making premium financing easier and faster. With machine learning and innovative automation technology, Engels will show you how ePayPolicy can help your agency thrive on this episode of Agents Growth Academy. 3 Key Takeaways Learn how tapping into customer insights and feedback directly influences product innovations.See how adopting a...

2 years ago

28 minutes

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88. An Unconventional Way to Generate Insurance Leads From Home

Send us a text Unlock the power of this unconventional way to generate insurance leads from home 🏠💼! In this video, I reveal a game-changing approach to generating insurance leads without leaving your comfort zone. Learn how to tap into new markets, attract high-quality leads, and boost your income like never before 🚀💰. Don't miss out on this exclusive lead generation strategy that will revolutionize your insurance business! Subscribe now for more insurance agent advice and valuable insights ...

2 years ago

11 minutes

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87. 5 Podcasts Every Commercial Insurance Agent Should Listen To

Send us a text Commercial insurance agents, listen up! If you want to stay ahead of the competition and become a better agent, then tune in today for five podcasts that are an absolute must-listen. The podcasts mentioned on Agents Growth Academy today will educate you with insights and knowledge that will take your business to the next level–and it doesn’t cost you a dime. 3 Key Takeaways Listening to these 5 podcasts will improve your game and help you stay ahead of the curve. N...

2 years ago

8 minutes

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86. Insurance Producers: Fix These on LinkedIn for More Sales

Send us a text Insurance producers are struggling to make use of LinkedIn’s many features and are missing out on the potential it has to offer. So for this episode of AGA, host Jim Schubert shows how to fix seven things on your LinkedIn profile to start generating more leads and sales, including how to optimize your headshot and create a lead magnet. Stop missing out on the potential of LinkedIn and learn how you can use it to get ahead of the competition! 3 Key Takeaways Your banner should ...

2 years ago

15 minutes

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85. My Best Advice for New Insurance Producers

Send us a text With 20+ years in the insurance industry, Host Jim Schubert has learned a thing or two about how to gain leads and become successful. So today, Jim shares his best advice tailored specifically to new producers starting their career. Learn why you should niche down, provide value, and tell your story, and hear the powerful strategies Jim used to gain success and growth on this episode of Agents Growth Academy. 3 Key Takeaways Tell potentials a story that demonstrates the transf...

2 years ago

10 minutes