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Saturday Jan 06, 2024
4 Ways to Keep Your Medicare Business Warm This Winter
Saturday Jan 06, 2024
Saturday Jan 06, 2024
Wondering how to keep your business burning bright outside of AEP? We’ve got sales strategies, products to add to your portfolio, and a lot more in this episode!
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
4 Ways to Calculate Your Client's Life Insurance Needs: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG561
Building Client Loyalty: More than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496
Four Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG391
Getting Started Selling Medicare Supplements: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG497
Marketing & Incentives: https://www.ritterim.com/marketing-incentives/
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Do's and Don'ts: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG501
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG540
Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG313
References:
2012 Facts From LIMRA: https://www.scribd.com/document/191507513/2012-Facts-From-LIMRA
Beyond martech: building trust with consumers and engaging where sentiment is high: https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2021/beyond-martech-building-trust-with-consumers-and-engaging-where-sentiment-is-high/
Monday Jan 01, 2024
How to Successfully Set SMART Goals
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Looking to make 2024 another successful year? Set believable and achievable goals using the SMART goals method. We’ve got the breakdown and more in this episode!
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Resources:
3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG546
7 Ways to Overcome the Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547
How to Survive AEP: Wellness Tips for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG553
Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG559
What is AHIP Certification and How Do I Get It? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG525
Why Taking it Slow is Good for Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG420
References:
Three Reasons Unrealistic Goals Create a Culture of Failure: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-to-set-goals_b_1975286?guccounter=1
What are SMART Goals? https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/smart-goal/
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
How Slowing Down Can Speed Up Innovation
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Discover how slowing down to re-energize and refocus can help creativity and innovation.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG546
7 Ways to Overcome the Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547
Agent Apps | Get Focused with These Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20
Agent Apps | How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809
Agent Apps | Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
Things to Think About Post-AEP: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG558
Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG559
Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556
References:
How Nature Can Make You Kinder, Happier, and More Creative: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_nature_makes_you_kinder_happier_more_creative
How nature nurtures: Amygdala activity decreases as the result of a one-hour walk in nature: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01720-6
How to achieve more by doing less: https://www.uwlax.edu/currents/how-to-achieve-more-by-doing-less/
‘Physical activity is like Miracle-Gro’: Simple steps to boost your brain as you age: https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/healthandwellbeing/arid-40251431.html
Psychology Today - Burnout: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/burnout
Stimulating creativity via the exposure to other people’s ideas: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6870350/
The science behind creativity: https://apa.org/monitor/2022/04/cover-science-creativity
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Why You Should Give Away Your Secret Sauce in 2024
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Truth: Your clients won't know what makes you and your insurance business AWESOME if you keep it a secret. Find out how to get rid of the secret sauce mentality and lean into a new way of thinking.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
3 Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556 7 Ways to Overcome Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547365 Days of Motivation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231110How Insurance FMOs Work: https://www.ritterim.com/how-insurance-fmos-work/ Modern Medicare Marketing for Today's Agents: https://www.ritterim.com/modern-marketing-guide/Things to Think About Post-AEP: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG558Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG559
References:
5 Reasons You Need to Give Away The Recipe For Your Secret Sauce: https://www.convinceandconvert.com/content-marketing/5-reasons-you-need-to-give-away-the-recipe-for-your-secret-sauce/Give Away Your Secret Sauce: https://www.lillianlink.com/resources/give-away-your-secret-sauceGiving away the secret sauce – why you should create free and valuable content for your customers: https://www.kyliefennell.com/giving-away-the-secret-sauce-why-you-should-create-free-and-valuable-content-for-your-customers/Why You Should Give Away The Secret Sauce: https://www.rdtcontentmarketing.com/why-you-should-give-away-the-secret-sauce/Why You Should Give Away Your 'Secret Sauce': https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescommunicationscouncil/2018/02/06/why-you-should-give-away-your-secret-sauce/
Monday Dec 18, 2023
4 Ways to Calculate Your Clients’ Life Insurance Policy Needs
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Help your clients determine the amount of life insurance they need using these 4 methods! Click play to learn more.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
5 Life Insurance Myths Your Clients May Believe: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG362 Calculate Your Client’s Life Insurance Needs FREE Worksheet PDF: https://www.ritterim.com/documents/calculate-your-clients-life-insurance-needs-worksheet.pdf How to Make the Most of Life Insurance Awareness Month: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG360 Life Insurance for Each of Life’s Stages: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG365Selling Life Insurance to Clients with Budget Concerns: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG367There’s more to Life Insurance Than Just a Policy: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG560
References:
College Free in the United States: Tuition Types & Financial Aids: https://research.com/universities-colleges/college-fees-in-the-united-statesHow Much Life Insurance Do I Need? https://www.forbes.com/advisor/life-insurance/how-much-life-insurance-do-you-really-need/
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
There’s More to Life Insurance Than Just a Policy
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Discover how life insurance can help protect your client’s loved ones and provide them stability in a time of need.
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Resources:
4 Ways to Calculate Your Clients' Life Insurance Needs: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/4-ways-to-calculate-your-clients-life-insurance-needs/ 5 Life Insurance Myths Your Clients May Believe: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG362 FastTrack with Shop & Enroll: https://www.ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/ Life Insurance for Each of Life’s Stages: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG365Meet Your Sales Team: https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/Ritter Insurance Marketing Fact Finder PDF: https://www.ritterim.com/documents/ritter-fact-finder.pdfSelling Life Insurance to Clients with Budget Concerns: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG367The Ritter Platform: https://www.ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/What to Do If Your Clients Can No Longer Afford Their Permanent Life Insurance Premiums: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/what-to-do-if-your-clients-can-no-longer-afford-their-permanent-life-insurance-premiums/
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
What does your business strategy look like for 2024? Now is the time to review and plan with a SWOT analysis! We’ll help you get organized so you can evaluate your insurance business and plan what comes next.
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
3 Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556
365 Days of Motivation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231110
Apps to Make Your Small Business More Efficient: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA034
Building a Business Plan Knight School Module: https://www.ritterim.com/knight-school/solid-foundation/building-a-business-plan/
Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG533
Developing an Agency — Your Guide to Getting Started: https://www.ritterim.com/agency-guide/
Effective Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG523
Empowering Agents Through Technology: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/interview-empowering-agents-through-technology/
FMO vs. IMO vs. NMO vs. MGA vs. GA: What’s the Difference? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG508
Increase Sales and Productivity with the Busy Medicare Agent’s Sales Planner: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/increase-sales-and-productivity-with-the-busy-medicare-agents-sales-planner/
Modern Medicare Marketing for Today's Agents: https://www.ritterim.com/modern-marketing-guide/
Stay Organized with the Busy ACA Agent’s Sales Calendar: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/stay-organized-with-the-busy-aca-agents-sales-calendar/
Things to Think About Post-AEP: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG558
The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt. 1: Market Yourself: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list-pt.-1-market-yourself/
References:
20+ SWOT Analysis Templates, Examples & Best Practices: https://venngage.com/blog/swot-analysis-templates/
SWOT Analysis: https://www.mindtools.com/amtbj63/swot-analysis
SWOT analysis: Examples and templates: https://asana.com/resources/swot-analysis
SWOT Analysis: How To Do One: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/swot-analysis
SWOT Analysis: How To With Table and Example: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/swot.asp
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Things to Think About Post-AEP
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Congratulations, we made it to the end of AEP 2024! As we move forward from another busy season, listen for some tips on how to transition to more administrative work, like reviewing, organizing, and planning. We’re highlighting some important things to think about while AEP is still fresh in your mind.
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Resources:
3 Benefits of Contracting to Sell Medicare Advantage Plans Outside of AEP: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/3-benefits-of-contracting-to-sell-medicare-advantage-plans-outside-of-aep/
5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230925
7 Ways to Overcome Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547
Carrier Pages on Ritter Docs: https://docs.ritterim.com/products/carriers/
Digital Marketing for Insurance Agents: Our Top Tips to Boost Business: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/digital-marketing-for-insurance-agents-our-top-tips-to-boost-business/
Empowering Agents Through Technology ft. Aaron Kassover from AgentMethods: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG458
How to Successfully Set SMART Goals: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG390
Medicare in 2030: Gen X and Beyond ft. Gabe Isaacson: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG554
Medicare Quote Engine Prospectus: https://www.ritterim.com/documents/prospectus/medicare-quote-engine-prospectus.pdf
Register with RitterIM.com: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/
Ritter’s Carriers by State: https://www.ritterim.com/products/by-carrier/
See How the Ritter Platform Works: https://www.ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/
Shop & Enroll from Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://www.ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/
The Definitive Guide to Getting Leads and Prospecting for Medicare Sales: https://www.ritterim.com/lead-generation-guide/
What Beneficiaries Value Most in Medicare Advantage Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG555
Where & How to Start Cross-Selling to Fill Insurance Coverage Gaps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG548
References:
The 10 Best Scheduling Apps for Insurance: https://smith.ai/blog/the-10-best-scheduling-apps-for-insurance-make-more-time-for-more-leads-and-streamline-your-scheduling-with-these-free-and-paid-tools
Monday Dec 04, 2023
5 Common Traits of Successful Leaders
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Great leadership comes in all different shapes and sizes. But there are a few traits that many outstanding leaders share. Click the play button to discover what they are!
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF202311105 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230925 365 Days of Motivation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231110 How to Successfully Set SMART Goals: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG390 Improve Your Customer Service with This Soft Skill: Negotiation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG536
References:
8 Common Leadership Styles (Plus How to Find Your Own): https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/10-common-leadership-styles Defining Accountability in Management: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/accountability-definition-in-management
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
3 Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Notice a difference in the air at your workplace? Do the vibes feel off? In this episode, learn how to uncover the root cause, and 3 tried and true ways to boost office morale!
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
7 Ways to Get Involved in Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823Agent Apps | Mental Health and Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018 Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522 The Power of Listening & Laughing | Motivation Monday: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230306
References:
Happy workers are 13% more productive: https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2019-10-24-happy-workers-are-13-more-productiveNew study shows we work harder when we are happy: https://warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/pressreleases/new_study_shows/
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
What Beneficiaries Value Most in Medicare Advantage Plans
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
When it comes to comparing Medicare Advantage plans, beneficiaries may surprise you with their preferences in benefits. Discover what benefits they prefer and what you can do as an agent, all in this episode.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20232013
4 Reasons Why Agents Should Sell Medicare Advantage Plans for 2024: https://www.ritterim.com/2024-medicare-advantage-opportunity/
How Medicare Helps Your Clients Stay Healthy: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG307
How to Help Your Clients Get the Most Out of Their Medicare Advantage Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG349
Medicare for Snowbirds, Sunbirds, & Travel Enthusiasts: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG383
What CMS Requires Medicare Agents to Discuss Prior to Enrollments: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/what-cms-requires-medicare-agents-to-discuss-prior-to-enrollments/
References:
Five-Star Quality Rating System: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-safety-standards/certification-compliance/five-star-quality-rating-system
How are Seniors Choosing and Changing Health Insurance Plans? https://www.kff.org/medicare/report/how-are-seniors-choosing-and-changing-health-insurance-plans/
Medicare Advantage in 2023: Enrollment Update and Key Trends: https://www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/medicare-advantage-in-2023-enrollment-update-and-key-trends/
Medicare Beneficiaries Rarely Change Their Coverage During Open Enrollment: https://www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/medicare-beneficiaries-rarely-change-their-coverage-during-open-enrollment/
Nielsen: Global Consumers More Likely to Buy New Products from Familiar Brands: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130121005056/en/Nielsen-Global-Consumers-More-Likely-to-Buy-New-Products-from-Familiar-Brands
The Art of Giving and Receiving Advice: https://hbr.org/2015/01/the-art-of-giving-and-receiving-advice
To Switch or Not to Switch: Are Medicare Beneficiaries Switching Drug Plans To Save Money? https://www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/to-switch-or-not-to-switch-are-medicare-beneficiaries-switching-drug-plans-to-save-money/
The Value of Building Brand Trust: https://www.salsify.com/resources/report/content-2022-salsify-consumer-research-the-value-of-building-brand-trust
Monday Nov 20, 2023
How to Survive AEP: Wellness Tips for Insurance Agents
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
The Annual Enrollment Period is a critical time of year for insurance agents. Take care of business and your well-being with these healthy habit tips!
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Resources:
12 Science-Based Benefits of Meditation: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/the-health-benefits-of-meditation
Agent Apps | Breathwork & Meditation Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA25
Agent Apps | Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
Bicycling for Seniors: A Healthy Hobby: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/bicycling-for-seniors-a-healthy-hobby
Early to Bed, Early to Rise: The Benefits of Genuine Sleep: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/early-to-bed-early-to-rise-the-benefits-of-genuine-sleep
FastTrack Enrollment with Shop & Enroll: https://www.ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/
Getting More Out of Your Walks: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/getting-more-out-of-your-walks
Jogging Turns Back Your Clock: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/jogging-turns-back-your-clock
Planning Ahead: Great for Your Diet and Wallet: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/planning-ahead-great-for-your-diet-and-wallet
Marketing & Incentives: https://www.ritterim.com/marketing-incentives/
Meet Your Sales Team: https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/
Meditation: Mindfulness for Your Health: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/meditation-mindfulness-for-your-health
Ready to Join an FMO? 10 Things to Consider: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG241
Stress Relief Tips to Get You Through AEP: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/stress-relief-tips-to-get-you-through-aep/
The Health Benefits of Meditation: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/the-health-benefits-of-meditation
The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/the-mental-health-benefits-of-exercise
Woodworking: A Healthy Hobby for Seniors: https://blog.shopandenroll.com/woodworking-a-healthy-hobby-for-seniors
References:
3 Tips to Manage Stress: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/3-tips-to-manage-stress
15 Stress-Relieving Hobbies You Should Try Now: https://kentuckycounselingcenter.com/15-stress-relieving-hobbies/
28 Food Snacks To Boost Your Memory & Productivity: https://snacknation.com/blog/brain-food-snacks/
Endorphins – Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/23040-endorphins
Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V
Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V
Sleep Deprivation and Deficiency – Why Is Sleep Important? https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/node/4605
Why Am I So Tired? 12 Reasons (Plus Solutions) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-reasons-you-are-tired
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
How can agents selling Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans market themselves? Start in your community! Listen to discover how to reach and connect with the under-65 crowd.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
3 Easy Ways to Build Your Insurance Sales Territory: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG311
5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out from the Crowd: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG364
7 Ways to Get Involved in Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453
ACA 101: Selling Under-65 Health Insurance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG531
Agent Apps | Apps to Make Your Small Business More Efficient: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA034
Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823
Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906
Agent Apps | How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809
Agent Apps | Protect Your Privacy: Password Manager Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA09
Consumer Authorization Form PDF: https://www.ritterim.com/documents/aca-consumer-authorization-form-template.pdf
Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG533
Effective Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG523
FAQs About ACA Certification and Training: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG532
Five Ways to Generate ACA Leads: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/five-ways-to-generate-aca-leads/
How Plan Crosswalks Work in the ACA Marketplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG549
Learn How to Sell ACA Products During the Off-Season featuring Danica Stover: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG428
Shop Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://shopritterim.com/
References:
Distribution of internet users worldwide as of 2021, by age group: https://www.statista.com/statistics/272365/age-distribution-of-internet-users-worldwide/
Thanks a billion! – TikTok: https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/1-billion-people-on-tiktok
The Growth Engine Superior Customer Experience in Insurance: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/financial-services/our-insights/the-growth-engine-superior-customer-experience-in-insurance
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
You made it to the halfway point of the Annual Enrollment Period! Now is a great time to step back and reflect on your strategies and customer service methods. We’ve got tips on how to review what’s serving you and what’s not!
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
4 Steps to Finding the Perfect PDP for Your Client: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/4-steps-to-finding-the-perfect-pdp-for-your-client/4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG4695 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG4575 Tips for Using Shop & Enroll to Sell More Medicare Plans: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/5-tips-for-using-shop-enroll-to-sell-more-medicare-plans/Free eBooks & Guides: https://www.ritterim.com/guides/Here’s How You Can Record Your Medicare Sales Calls Like a Pro Using CallVault: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/heres-how-you-can-record-your-medicare-sales-calls-like-a-pro-using-callvault/How to Add Technology to Your Insurance Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG223How to Follow up with Medicare Clients Compliantly: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG417Insurance Agents as TPMOs: What CMS Compliance Regulations Mean for You: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/insurance-agents-as-tpmos-what-cms-compliance-regulations-mean-for-you/ Knight School Training: https://www.ritterim.com/knight-school/Methods to Boost Your Medicare Business: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/methods-to-boost-your-medicare-business/ Organization Tips and Tricks for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/organization-tips-and-tricks-for-the-medicare-annual-enrollment-period/ Reach out to our sales team here at Ritter: https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Ritter Events Calendar: https://www.ritterim.com/events/Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG540Senior Speak: Talking to Medicare Clients Age 65 & Older: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG412Shop & Enroll: https://www.ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/ Stress Relief Tips to Get You Through AEP: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/stress-relief-tips-to-get-you-through-aep/ Surviving AEP: https://www.ritterim.com/aep/The Hidden Value of Medicare Supplements During AEP: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG257The Ritter Platform: https://www.ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/When Do Med Supp Plans K, L, M, & N Make Sense? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG255 Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433
References:
Why Do People Buy Brand Names: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/people-buy-brand-names-69654.html 10,000 People Are Now Enrolling In Medicare – Every Day: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dandiamond/2015/07/13/aging-in-america-10000-people-enroll-in-medicare-every-day/
Monday Nov 06, 2023
How Plan Crosswalks Work in the ACA Marketplace
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Discover the components of Affordable Care Act crosswalking. What to be aware of, and how to help your clients when their ACA coverage is discontinued. All that and more in this episode!
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
Everything Agents Need to Know About Selling in State-Based Marketplaces:https://www.ritterim.com/blog/everything-agents-need-to-know-about-selling-in-state-based-marketplaces/Everything You Need to Know About the ACA OEP: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG545RFAQs About Selling On-Exchange & Off-Exchange Under-65 Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG436How to Help Clients Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsidies & Taxes: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/how-to-help-clients-navigate-aca-marketplace-subsidies-taxes/Is the ACA Sticking Around Long Term? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG462Knight School Training: https://www.ritterim.com/knight-school/Meet Your Sales Team: https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ The State of the ACA Market in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG518Under-65 Health: https://www.ritterim.com/products/under-65/What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for Your Medicare & ACA Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG463
References:
Annual eligibility redetermination: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-45/subtitle-A/subchapter-B/part-155/subpart-D/section-155.335Saving money on health insurance: https://www.healthcare.gov/lower-costs/