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Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Internet Forums & Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Discover the power of forums. We unpack it all, how to get started, what you should post, etiquette rules, and more!
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Mentioned in this episode:
33 Facebook Stats That Matter to Marketers in 2020
Everything You Need to Know About Facebook Groups
Forum Etiquette
How to Get the Best Responses in Online Forums
Online Etiquette: 6 Rules For Making A Great Virtual Impression
Social Media Etiquette for Business Owners: 25 Do’s & Don’ts
The Rules of Netiquette for Business Networking
Why online etiquette matters -- and why IT leaders should care
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LinkedIn Groups
Learn how to use LinkedIn Groups to target your audience and build connections! Get ready to join a group and join the conversation.
Should Insurance Agents Have Their Own Website?
To have a website, or to not have a website? Does my insurance business really need its own website? What would I use it for other than contact information? How do I get started? We answer all these questions and more in this must-listen episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast!
What an FMO Can Do For Your Business
Why work with an FMO? What is a Field Marketing Organization? If you've been on the fence about joining an FMO, this can't-miss episode is for you!
The latest from Ritter’s Blog:
Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19
The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. With business closures and travel restrictions, the potential to harm small businesses like insurance agencies is obvious and potentially devastating. But, with the right combination of planning and flexibility — and a dash of help from your friendly FMO — it doesn’t have to derail your agency’s productivity.
How to Successfully Set SMART Goals
Setting goals is great way to keep your business on track with a clear path ahead. We recommend setting goals at the beginning of each plan year to help you flourish in the year to come.
Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. A compilation of information from the carriers Ritter supports regarding their capacity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What Agents Can’t Say During Medicare Sales Appointments
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have some strict rules on what agents can and cannot say during Medicare sales appointments, but pulling them out of the dense Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) can be tough and time-consuming. Here are some examples to help simplify things!
More People Working Past Age 65: What It Means for Agents Selling Medicare Plans
For agents selling Medicare plans, the stereotypical prospect has been someone with graying hair, approaching the age of 65 or already past it, and retired. There have always been those who don’t fit this stereotype; however, lately, you’ve probably noticed more of them.
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Thursday Dec 19, 2019
How to Know If Your Facebook Page Is Successful | Social Media 101
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
Improve your Facebook marketing strategy. Learn how to read the data collected from your Facebook business page and start using it to grow your brand.
Mentioned in this episode:
Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents [FREE eBook]
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5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
What's new in the Medicare Advantage market for 2020? The ASG Podcast has the scoop on what you can expect in the coming year, including new MA carriers!
Build Your Brand with Community Involvement
Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started.
December 13, 2019 | The Friday Five
Some schools legally able to bill Medicaid for health care services - Medicare Plan Finder glitches - the Supreme Court hears arguments on ACA risk corridors repayments - Congress, the LHCC Act, and an end to surprise medical bills - Next-level, wearable health care tech and other cool stuff from Pediatrics 2040
How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back
In the insurance industry, there are plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too!
Top 5 Photo Editing Apps | Agent Apps
Not sure which photo editing app is right for you, or your insurance business? In this episode, we've got our top five photo editing apps, plus five simple tips to taking better photos.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
7 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollments from Medicare Plans
No Medicare agent wants to hear they’ve had a rapid disenrollment. Not only can these feel like a slap in the face after all the hard work you put in, but they... (read more)
Just the (LTCi) Facts, Please
Do you have clients looking for guarantees in long-term care insurance (LTCi)? If so, for many agents, the “knee-jerk” reaction is often to go straight to a hybrid or linked-benefit solution. If... (read more)
Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?
To say that the Annual Enrollment Period is an extremely busy time of year for insurance agents is a massive understatement. At Ritter Insurance Marketing, we know just how hectic AEP can... (read more)
What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments
When you’re thinking of everything you need to do to prepare for appointments this Annual Enrollment Period, be sure to think of things outside your memorized to-do list. Pens? Check. Scopes of... (read more)
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Creating a Facebook Page for Your Insurance Business | Social Media 101
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Need to learn how to create a Facebook page for your insurance business? We’ve got you covered! Find out how simple it can be to get your page up and running!
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Mentioned in this episode:
33 Facebook Stats That Matter to Marketers in 2020
More episodes you’ll like:
5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
What's new in the Medicare Advantage market for 2020? The ASG Podcast has the scoop on what you can expect in the coming year, including new MA carriers!
Build Your Brand with Community Involvement
Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started.
December 13, 2019 | The Friday Five
Some schools legally able to bill Medicaid for health care services - Medicare Plan Finder glitches - the Supreme Court hears arguments on ACA risk corridors repayments - Congress, the LHCC Act, and an end to surprise medical bills - Next-level, wearable health care tech and other cool stuff from Pediatrics 2040
How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back
In the insurance industry, there are plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too!
Top 5 Photo Editing Apps | Agent Apps
Not sure which photo editing app is right for you, or your insurance business? In this episode, we've got our top five photo editing apps, plus five simple tips to taking better photos.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
7 Strategies to Prevent Rapid Disenrollments from Medicare Plans
No Medicare agent wants to hear they’ve had a rapid disenrollment. Not only can these feel like a slap in the face after all the hard work you put in, but they... (read more)
Just the (LTCi) Facts, Please
Do you have clients looking for guarantees in long-term care insurance (LTCi)? If so, for many agents, the “knee-jerk” reaction is often to go straight to a hybrid or linked-benefit solution. If... (read more)
Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?
To say that the Annual Enrollment Period is an extremely busy time of year for insurance agents is a massive understatement. At Ritter Insurance Marketing, we know just how hectic AEP can... (read more)
What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments
When you’re thinking of everything you need to do to prepare for appointments this Annual Enrollment Period, be sure to think of things outside your memorized to-do list. Pens? Check. Scopes of... (read more)
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Thursday Sep 19, 2019
LinkedIn Groups | Social Media 101
Thursday Sep 19, 2019
Thursday Sep 19, 2019
Learn how to use LinkedIn Groups to target your audience and build connections! Get ready to join a group and join the conversation.
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Mentioned in this Episode:
Ritter’s Insurance Agents Questions and Answers Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4136884
Ritter Insurance Marketing on LinkedIn
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Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Top 10 Podcast Apps | Agent Apps
Which podcast app is the best? Do you listen on the number one app or a different one? What features are you missing out on? In the premiere episode of our newest series, Agent Apps, we explore the top 10 podcast listening apps and the features that make each one unique.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?
Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a memo outlining the changes to the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) for the 2020 plan year. Updates may affect... (read more)
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Holding an educational presentation is a fantastic way to grow your client base, but you must make sure to stay compliant. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set forth... (read more)
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help... (read more)
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Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Posting on LinkedIn | Social Media 101
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Show your LinkedIn connections that you’re an industry expert. We’ve got the best practices for publishing posts and sharing articles.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Agent Survival Guide
ThinkAdvisor: Life & Health
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Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Top 10 Podcast Apps | Agent Apps
Which podcast app is the best? Do you listen on the number one app or a different one? What features are you missing out on? In the premiere episode of our newest series, Agent Apps, we explore the top 10 podcast listening apps and the features that make each one unique.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?
Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a memo outlining the changes to the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) for the 2020 plan year. Updates may affect... (read more)
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Holding an educational presentation is a fantastic way to grow your client base, but you must make sure to stay compliant. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set forth... (read more)
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help... (read more)
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Thursday Sep 12, 2019
Connecting on LinkedIn | Social Media 101
Thursday Sep 12, 2019
Thursday Sep 12, 2019
What’s the etiquette for connecting on LinkedIn? Listen to learn the code of connecting for this professional social network.
Mentioned in this episode:
Ritter’s Company LinkedIn Page
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Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Top 10 Podcast Apps | Agent Apps
Which podcast app is the best? Do you listen on the number one app or a different one? What features are you missing out on? In the premiere episode of our newest series, Agent Apps, we explore the top 10 podcast listening apps and the features that make each one unique.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?
Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a memo outlining the changes to the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) for the 2020 plan year. Updates may affect... (read more)
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Holding an educational presentation is a fantastic way to grow your client base, but you must make sure to stay compliant. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set forth... (read more)
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help... (read more)
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Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Your LinkedIn Profile | Social Media 101
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Become a LinkedIn All-Star. Learn the best practices for filling out your LinkedIn profile — and how to get the coveted All-Star profile status.
Mentioned in this episode:
LinkedIn: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet
The 7 Factors That Increase The Psychological Impact of Your Profile Photo
Three Steps to Writing The Perfect LinkedIn Summary
How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline
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Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Top 10 Podcast Apps | Agent Apps
Which podcast app is the best? Do you listen on the number one app or a different one? What features are you missing out on? In the premiere episode of our newest series, Agent Apps, we explore the top 10 podcast listening apps and the features that make each one unique.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?
Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a memo outlining the changes to the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) for the 2020 plan year. Updates may affect... (read more)
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Holding an educational presentation is a fantastic way to grow your client base, but you must make sure to stay compliant. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set forth... (read more)
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help... (read more)
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Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Getting LinkedIn | Social Media 101
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Not on LinkedIn? You're missing out! According to Hootsuite, 94 percent of marketers use LinkedIn to distribute content? And that includes insurance agents! Listen to find out more reasons why you should join this social network for professionals.
Mentioned in this episode:
Ritter’s Company LinkedIn Page
16 LinkedIn Statistics That Matter to Marketers in 2019
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Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Top 10 Podcast Apps | Agent Apps
Which podcast app is the best? Do you listen on the number one app or a different one? What features are you missing out on? In the premiere episode of our newest series, Agent Apps, we explore the top 10 podcast listening apps and the features that make each one unique.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?
Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a memo outlining the changes to the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (MCMG) for the 2020 plan year. Updates may affect... (read more)
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Holding an educational presentation is a fantastic way to grow your client base, but you must make sure to stay compliant. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have set forth... (read more)
AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification
Planning on taking the AHIP Medicare training test for the first time? You don’t have to stress! We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks for passing AHIP that will help... (read more)
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Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Writing Tweets | Social Media 101
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Can you name the six different types of tweets? The Agent Survival Guide team helps you master the art of the Tweet. Listen to learn more, including how to write each kind of tweet!
The ASG Team’s 6 Formats for Writing Tweets:
Shared Content Tweet
[INSERT ARTICLE TITLE] https://www.URL.com via @TwitterHandle #hashtag
Example: 5 simple ways to use email to build relationships and grow sales https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2016/05/27/5-simple-ways-to-use-email-to-build-relationships via @ThinkAdvisor #marketing #insurance
Shared Content with Commentary Tweet
[INSERT YOUR OPINION] https://www.URL.com via @TwitterHandle #hashtag
Example: With Med Supp enrollment on the rise, now's the time to broaden your portfolio. Here's why. https://agentsurvivalguide.com/medicare-supplements-fill-the-gaps-in-your-portfolio via @RitterIM #Medicare #RitterASG
Retweet with Commentary
[INSERT YOUR OPINION] #hashtag [EMBEDDED ORIGINAL TWEET]
See an example at: https://twitter.com/RitterIM/status/735859481511354368
Problem & Solution Tweet
[PROBLEM][SOLUTION] https://www.URL.com #hashtag
Example: Too busy to make #PDPSales? Let us enroll for you & we'll pay you for it. https://www.ritterim.com/ritterreferral #RitterReferral #PDP
Stat or Fact Tweet
Did you know that [INSERT STAT]? https://www.URL.com #hashtag
Example: Did you know that 63 percent of Americans won’t buy #LifeInsurance because they think it costs too much? https://agentsurvivalguide.com/5-life-insurance-myths-your-clients-may-believe #LifeInsuranceMyths #ClientObjections
Photo Tweet
[INSERT PHOTO CAPTION] #hashtag [ATTACH IMAGE]
See an example at: https://twitter.com/RitterIM/status/1142144226601447425
Mentioned in this episode:
@RitterIM
@ThinkAdvisor
5 Life Insurance Myths Your Clients May Believe
5 simple ways to use email to build relationships and grow sales
Medicare Supplements Fill the Gaps in Your Portfolio
Ritter Referral
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info
4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
5 MORE Real-Life Medicare Sales Scenarios & How to Handle Them
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Tuesday Jul 30, 2019
Using #Hashtags | Social Media 101
Tuesday Jul 30, 2019
Tuesday Jul 30, 2019
Learn the meaning behind the hashtag symbol (#), how to include it in your tweets, and why it's so important for engagement on Twitter, even for insurance agents.
The Agent Survival Guide Team’s 7 Rules for Using Hashtags:
Hashtags don’t have spaces between words or punctuation in words.
Hashtag phrases are usually CamelCase. The first letter of each word is capitalized to help you read phrases better, i.e. #InsuranceAgents not #insuranceagents.
Hashtags can occur anywhere in a tweet — at the beginning, the middle, or the end.
Hashtag words that become very popular on Twitter are often Trending Topics (which are highlighted in the sidebar of your Twitter feed).
If you tweet with a hashtag on a public account, anyone who does a search for that hashtag can find your tweet.
Don’t #spam #with #hashtags. Avoid over-tagging a single tweet. (The recommendation is no more than two to three hashtags per tweet.)
Use hashtags only on tweets relevant to the topic. So, don’t add #insurance to a tweet about a bad hair day.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Follow Ritter on Twitter
How to Be Successful on Twitter: 9 Surprising Stats to Know
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info
4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
5 MORE Real-Life Medicare Sales Scenarios & How to Handle Them
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Thursday Jul 25, 2019
Using Retweets, Replies, Direct Messages & Likes | Social Media 101
Thursday Jul 25, 2019
Thursday Jul 25, 2019
Learn how to build your credibility (and your audience!) by engaging others on Twitter. We cover retweets, replies, direct messages, and likes —and how to use each one.
Mentioned in this episode:
@RitterIM
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 AEP: Ready to Sell in 5 Steps
4 Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency
5 MORE Real-Life Medicare Sales Scenarios & How to Handle Them
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Tuesday Jul 23, 2019
Join the Conversation on Twitter | Social Media 101
Tuesday Jul 23, 2019
Tuesday Jul 23, 2019
Ready to connect on Twitter? We've got a few tips to help you start the conversation with your fellow insurance agents, agencies, and industry leaders.
Download our Twitter Guide PDF
Mentioned in this episode:
How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline
@RitterIM – Ritter Insurance Marketing on Twitter
Social Media Sparked, Accelerated Egypt's Revolutionary Fire
Twitter by the Numbers: Stats, Demographics & Fun Facts
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 Maximum Broker Commissions: Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
4 Ways to Fund Long-Term Care: Hybrid Insurance
FAQs about AHIP
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Thursday Jul 18, 2019
Social Media Privacy Tips for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
Online privacy is a big deal. You want to use social media to market your insurance business. How do you protect yourself and your clients? We've got some best practices and a link to a very informative eBook that’s free to download. Listen to find out more!
Download Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents
Mentioned in this episode:
How to Create a Strong Password
The Facebook and Cambridge Analytica scandal, explained with a simple diagram
Top Seven Reason Why You Should Not Share Your Passwords
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 AEP: Ready to Sell in 5 Steps
2020 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info
FAQs about AHIP
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Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Insurance Agents & CMS Compliance | Social Media 101
Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Stay compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines — even while on social media. We outline the best practices for insurance agents to follow while using social media.
Download the Social Media Compliance Guide PDF >
ASG Social Media Compliance Guidelines:
DO NOT treat a follow, like, or comment as a permission to contact (PTC).
If someone contacts you through social media, ask them to get in touch with you via email or by phone so you can keep a record.
DO answer questions on social media.
While a comment isn’t a PTC, it is compliant to respond to a question or comment on a public social media forum. However, you can’t address them beyond the scope of the question or statement.
DO NOT buy (or use) social media leads or referrals.
Never buy social media contacts as a form of lead generation. Even if you’re given a free list of social media profiles, you cannot initiate contact. Instead, ask your friends and current clients to share your information with potential leads (who must contact you first before you can talk to them). Word of mouth is your business’ best friend.
DO keep things generic.
No carriers, logos, or specific product information. Promote your services only. It’s OK if you want to tell your clients that you specialize in Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, or PDP, but not which carriers you represent. It’s OK if you want to share information that your clients can obtain in the public domain (such as how much Part B premiums are), but not information that is specific to a product or a plan.
Use Common Sense – Just because someone else is doing it, doesn’t make it compliant.
Monkey-see monkey-do isn’t safe when it comes to CMS compliance. Make sure you thoroughly review the CMS guidelines for yourself and ask your FMO or other trusted colleagues educated questions when you see something you’re not sure about. It’s better to be safe than sorry in these instances, which is why we prefer to stick to a PR approach.
Mentioned in this episode:
CMS 2019 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines
Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance ǀ ASG005
What’s New in the 2019 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines? ǀ ASG083
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Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance | ASG005
Medicare compliance starts with CMS and the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines. We break down what’s allowed – and what’s not – in this can’t-miss episode.
What’s New in the 2019 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines? | ASG083
Stay compliant with the new CMS Medicare guidelines. We unpack the biggest changes to the 2019 MCMG that you need to know about.
Are Your Medicare Marketing Materials Compliant? | ASG121
Are you following the rules for marketing Medicare plans? We're sharing the answers to frequently asked compliance questions to help you ensure you stay on good terms with CMS.
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
4 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent
How Medicareful Helps You Sell Ancillary Products
How to Pitch Medicare Medicare Savings Accounts (MSAs)
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Thursday Jul 11, 2019
An Introduction to Social Media for Insurance Agents | Social Media 101
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Not sure where to start on social media? The Agent Survival Guide team has you covered! Learn more about why this tool is so essential to your insurance business marketing strategy.
Mentioned in this episode:
Social Media Fact Sheet
The latest from Agent Survival Guide:
2020 AEP: Ready to Sell in 5 Steps
2020 Maximum Broker Commissions: Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
2020 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info
FAQs about AHIP
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