2020-09

  Happy International Podcast Day! 2020 has certainly been a year to, er, remember. There’s a lot of that reflected in this year’s episode. But there’s also a fair bit of fun. Sarah shares it all in this episode – podcast recommendations, standout episodes, updates, bonus content, and more, including what makes her want to listen.   Visit the Official Agent Survival Guide Podcast Site   Mentioned in this episode:   99% Invisible – Apple | Spotify | GoogleThe 99% Invisible City The 99% Invisible City Challenge Coin:          Arden – Apple | Spotify | Google   Articles of InterestPerfume: Articles of Interest #9 – Apple | Spotify | Google   Beyond Today – Apple | Spotify | Google   Ellie and the Wave – Apple | Spotify | Google   Fake Heiress – Apple | Spotify   Get Sleepy – Apple | Spotify | Google   History Becomes Her – Apple | Spotify | Google   Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster – Apple | Spotify | Google   Passenger List – Apple | Spotify | Google   Rabbits By Terry Miles – Apple | Spotify | GoogleRabbits By Terry Miles (Book)   Reply All#166 Country of Liars – Apple | Spotify | Google   The Rewatchables – Apple | Spotify | Google   Sayer – Apple | Spotify | Google   Spectacular FailuresNapster fought the law and the law won – Apple | Spotify | Google   Tara Tremendous – Apple | Spotify | Google   The Artfully Podcast – Apple | Spotify | Google   The Bridge Podcast – Apple | Spotify | GoogleThe Valley and The Flood By Rebecca Mahoney   The CutRich People Problems – Apple | Spotify | Google   The DailyCancel Culture, Part 1: Where It Came From – Apple | Spotify | GoogleCancel Culture, Part 2: A Case Study – Apple | Spotify | Google   The Dream – Apple | Spotify | Google   The Missing Cryptoqueen – Apple | Spotify   Thrilling Tales of Modern Capitalism – Apple | Spotify | Google   Twenty-Thousand Hertz – Apple | Spotify | Google Westwood One’s Podcast Download – Fall 2020 Report Reveals New Podcast Platform, Content and Advertising Trends   More episodes you’ll like:   Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2020 Summer is here! 🌞 That means it’s time for MORE podcast recommendations! If you need something to listen to during a long drive, while you’re on a vacation, staycation, or just walking around the neighborhood after dinner… Sarah has 10 new podcast recommendations for your listening enjoyment. Top 5 Podcasts of 2019 We love podcasts! Our host, Sarah listened to over 8,500 minutes of podcast audio this year. Which shows made the cut for her top 5 of 2019? Find out in this special Friday Five episode! Top 10 Podcast 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. Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To Need more podcast recommendations? (Who doesn’t?!) For our last Friday Five of 2019, Sarah gives you a glimpse of what she’s currently listening to. Behind the Scenes of the ASG Podcast Celebrate 100 episodes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! In this special episode, we talk about how Agent Survival Guide and the ASG Podcast started, what we’ve got planned for 2019, podcast recommendations from our team, and more! 💯🎉   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it! Note: This episode was updated on November 5, 2020 to include additional information on compliance. Read the text version.   Have Questions? Reach Out To Our Sales Team!   Mentioned in this episode: Be Prepared to Discuss Medicare Telehealth Coverage This AEP CDC COVID Data Tracker – Cases and Deaths by State CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines (Facebook) Messenger Google Hangouts How to Properly Wear a Face Mask: Infographic Join.me Learn More About Medicareful Medicareful Overview Microsoft Teams President Trump Expands Telehealth Benefits for Medicare Beneficiaries During COVID-19 Outbreak Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic Ritter’s Event Calendar Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event What Are Agents Responsible for Under HIPAA? When and How to Wash Your Hands Zoom   More episodes you’ll like:   Guiding Your Agency Through COVID-19 It's an unprecedented time. COVID-19 has shut down businesses small and large, and if you're wondering how to run your business during a pandemic, you are not alone. How can your insurance agency continue to help clients and stay productive amidst the coronavirus pandemic? We've got some insight that might help. Tips on How to Stay Productive While Working From Home Maximize your productivity - even as you work from home! Let's face it, WFH is lasting longer than most of us thought. If you're struggling to stay productive right now, we get it! Try out our list of productivity hacks to get back on track. Using e-Apps to Work From Home COVID-19 has changed the way we currently do business. Learn how technology can help mitigate the space between how you used to sell insurance and the “new normal” we’ve found ourselves in.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year. The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for September 25, 2020: Walmart Testing Drone Delivery Social Security Outflow 2021 Latest Microsoft Teams Updates How Anxiety Affects You Apple iOS14 & Productivity   Mentioned in this episode:   165 million Americans will witness a Social Security first in 2021 Hallmark Reveals Christmas Movie Schedule for 2020 Here’s What’s New to Stream in October on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Disney+, and More How to customize your iPhone’s home screen with widgets and app icons Microsoft Teams will add breakout rooms and automated meeting recaps The 5 Best New Productivity Features in iOS 14 This Is How Your Anxiety Is Hurting Your Health Updates in iOS14’s Apple Podcasts app Walmart piloting drone delivery for COVID-19 self-swab kits   More episodes you’ll like:   September 18, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for September 18, 2020: Aetna care kits, Cigna introduces Evernorth, Anthem, Apple, and UCI team up for health study, the latest from the Federal Reserve, and mental health tips from a former Monk. What Can MAPD Insurance Agents Do Prior to AEP? How can you prepare for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period? What can you do before October 15th? What can't you do? Listen to find out! 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights – Electronic  PTC and SOA in one, Quote and enroll clients remotely, and Store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform. Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog: How to Use the New Medicare Plan Finder and FAQs As the Annual Enrollment Period approaches, it’s important to be aware of changes affecting the tools and resources you use and understand how to navigate through any updates. 4 Steps to Finding the Perfect PDP for Your Client One vital tool that we recommend every agent become familiar with is our new Drug Cost Estimator within the Ritter Platform. Knowing the tool exists is one thing, but making it work for you and your clients is another. How Does a Hospital Indemnity Plan Work with Medicare? A Case Study Meet Grace — a 65-year-old woman with a Medicare Advantage plan. Though her plan is great, it leaves her with a copay of $250 per day for the first five days of an inpatient hospital stay. Should you recommend that she buy a hospital indemnity plan?   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: Electronic PTC and SOA in one Quote and enroll clients remotely Store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today!   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   3 Easy Ways to Build Your Insurance Sales Territory Activate Medicareful Online Enrollment How Medicareful Helps You Sell Ancillary Products Learn More About the Ritter Platform Medicareful How-To Videos on YouTube Medicareful Living Blog – living.medicareful.com Medicareful Marketing Material Examples and Advertising Request Form Medicareful Overview Medicareful Sales Process Reach Out to the Team at Ritter Insurance Marketing Ritter’s Event Calendar See how Medicareful works! What is Medicareful Living?   More episodes you’ll like:   5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Big News! We've added two brand-new features to The Ritter Platform - a Prescription Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications! Learn more about these new additions and how they can simplify your selling process this AEP. What is the Ritter Platform? The Ritter Platform is a CRM for insurance agents selling Medicare and other senior market products! Consolidate client info, analyze prescription drug costs, access carrier resources, get info on commissions and more. What could you be saving time on?!?   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year. The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for September 18, 2020: Aetna Care Kits Cigna introduces Evernorth Anthem, Apple, and UCI team up for health study The latest from the Federal Reserve Mental Health Tips from a former Monk   Mentioned in this episode:   Aetna ships Caring for You kits to millions of Medicare members Anthem Announces Research Study with Apple Watch to Help Improve Asthma Management Apple Fitness+ Cigna to rebrand health services business line as Evernorth CVS signs on with Apple’s new Fitness+ service Federal Reserve press release 9/16/2020 Fed sees interest rates near zero until end of 2023, sets new economic conditions to be met before raising rates This Quick Morning Ritual Is The Perfect Way to Start Your Day, Says This Former Monk   More episodes you’ll like:   September 11, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for September 11, 2020: Better Medicare Alliance MA Data Brief, CBO outlook on Medicare Hospital Insurance trust fund, Medicaid expansion as a ballot referendum, Aetna & Landmark Health team up, and a pandemic stimulus update. 4 Ancillary Cross-Sales to Show Clients You Care Ready to get started cross-selling? What products can you cross-sell with Medicare? Build up your insurance portfolio with our list of must-have ancillary products! 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. Learn How to Cross-Sell Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products Ready to boost your Medicare business? Increase your sales commissions and improve client retention at the same time, all without additional certifications. Learn about the power of cross-selling and how you can get started today! Why Go About Your Business in an Ethical, Compliant Fashion? Maintaining CMS compliance while selling Medicare is crucial to the success of your insurance business. But why? In this episode, we're answering that question a few different ways as we look at the "why" behind running a compliant insurance agency.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Prepare for AEP Like a Pro >With Annual Enrollment Period quickly approaching, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re fully prepared and ready to sell. By following these steps, you’ll be ready by October 15. How to Prevent Insurance Agent Negligence As an insurance agent, you know by now how important it is to remain compliant. While following the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines should be one of your top priorities, there is something else you’ll want to keep on your radar that you may have not yet considered: preventing insurance agent negligence. Ritter Acquires Maryland-Based Secure Benefits Alliance Ritter Insurance Marketing today announced the purchase of Secure Benefits Alliance (SBA), a Maryland-based health and life benefits agency. In order to expand and strengthen Ritter’s growing footprint, this deal will bring SBA agents into the Ritter fold, providing them with cutting-edge technology and support through Ritter’s service platform.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  How can you shield your Medicare clients from the rising cost of a hospital stay? With hospital indemnity insurance! Discover why this plan is a must-have for your selling portfolio.    Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   A Dozen Facts About Medicare Advantage in 2020 Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Defining the True Value of $0 Premium for Medicare Advantage Plans Overview of U.S. Hospital Stays in 2016: Variation by Geographic Region Medicare Advantage Versus the Traditional Medicare Program: Costs of Inpatient Stays, 2009-2017 Sweeten the Deal with Hospital Indemnity Insurance Top 10 Podcast Apps for Insurance Agents   More episodes you’ll like:   4 Ancillary Cross-Sales to Show Clients You Care Ready to get started cross-selling? What products can you cross-sell with Medicare? Build up your insurance portfolio with our list of must-have ancillary products! 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP! Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business. Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Want to grow your insurance business? Learn more about hospital indemnity insurance, a powerful ancillary tool for your portfolio. We cover what you need to know, from the basics to closing the sale! Learn How to Cross-Sell Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products Ready to boost your Medicare business? Increase your sales commissions and improve client retention at the same time, all without additional certifications. Learn about the power of cross-selling and how you can get started today! Medicare MSA Plans & Hospital Indemnity Insurance: The Perfect Pair Learn how Medicare MSA and hospital indemnity insurance pair up to create a dynamic duo! Trust us, you don’t want to leave these plans out of your portfolio this AEP!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications! 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Medicareful gives agents the potential to double or triple their capacity to safely engage prospects and enroll clients! How can you maximize your site and Medicare sales? To start, request your free Medicareful page here! Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business How you present yourself as an agent can make or break your business. You may think, “It doesn’t matter what other people think of me,” which in some ways is true. But when it comes to how people view you professionally, their opinions do matter.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Learn how Medicare MSA and hospital indemnity insurance pair up to create a dynamic duo! Trust us, you don’t want to leave these plans out of your portfolio this AEP!   Read the text version.   Contact the Sales Team at Ritter Insurance Marketing   Mentioned in this episode:   7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Cover Those Copays with Hospital Indemnity Plans From HSA to MSA: Facts for a Smooth Switch How to Follow Up with Medicare Clients Compliantly How to Pitch Medicare Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) Medicare Medical Savings Account (MSA) Plans Medicare MSA Plan costs & financial considerations Qualified medical expenses Selling Hospital Indemnity with Medicare Advantage: Is It Worth It? Standard Medicare Supplement Plans & Benefits [Infographic] What is a Medicare MSA Plan? Why Am I in Observation Status for Medicare?   More episodes you’ll like:   Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Want to grow your insurance business? Learn more about hospital indemnity insurance, a powerful ancillary tool for your portfolio. We cover what you need to know, from the basics to closing the sale! How to Pitch Medicare Savings Accounts (MSAs) Start selling Medicare Savings Accounts with help from the Agent Survival Guide. Learn more about MSA, including who they're meant for, some common concerns your clients might have about this product, and more! Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products Ready to branch out from Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement sales? Learn how ancillary products can help you expand your reach and add more value to your portfolio. Selling Hospital Indemnity with Medicare Advantage: Is It Worth It? Pairing hospital indemnity with Medicare Advantage does so much more than generating additional sales. This cross-sale helps shield your clients from the rising costs of a hospital stay. Discover why hospital indemnity could be just the plan your portfolio has been missing! Learn How to Cross-Sell Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products Get ready to boost your Medicare business! Increase your sales commissions and improve client retention at the same time, all without additional certifications. Learn about the power of cross-selling and how you can get started today!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications! 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Medicareful gives agents the potential to double or triple their capacity to safely engage prospects and enroll clients! How can you maximize your site and Medicare sales? To start, request your free Medicareful page here! Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business How you present yourself as an agent can make or break your business. You may think, “It doesn’t matter what other people think of me,” which in some ways is true. But when it comes to how people view you professionally, their opinions do matter.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for September 11, 2020: Better Medicare Alliance MA Data Brief CBO outlook on Medicare Hospital Insurance trust fund Medicaid expansion as a ballot referendum Aetna & Landmark Health Team Up Pandemic Stimulus Update   Mentioned in this episode:   9/11 Memorial & Museum Official Website Aetna and Landmark Health working together to bring in-home health services to Individual Medicare Advantage members in New York Apple event 2020: Apple Watch 6, iPad Air 4 and what else to expect on September 15 Covid-19 is pushing red states to finally expand Medicaid Data Brief: Social Risk Factors Are High Among Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries Enrolled in Medicare Advantage Here’s what’s in the GOP’s ‘skinny’ stimulus bill – and what’s missing How Progressives Flipped the Script on Medicaid Expansion iPhone 12: When will Apple announce its new iPhones? Medicare’s Finances Have Gotten Much Worse in Recent Years, Foreshadowing Tough Choices for November’s Winners New Study: Medicare Advantage Serves Beneficiaries with Higher Social Risk Factors   More episodes you’ll like:   September 4, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for September 4, 2020: Medicare Advantage Hospice Carve-In; GoodRx To Go Public; Flu Shot Guidance from CDC; Twitter Tackles Trending Topics; and Ritter Insurance Marketing Acquires Secure Benefits Alliance (SBA). Why Go About Your Business in an Ethical, Compliant Fashion Maintaining CMS compliance while selling Medicare is crucial to the success of your insurance business. But why? In this episode, we're answering that question a few different ways as we look at the "why" behind running a compliant insurance agency. 5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   How to Prevent Insurance Agent Negligence As an insurance agent, you know by now how important it is to remain compliant. While following the Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines should be one of your top priorities, there is something else you’ll want to keep on your radar that you may have not yet considered: preventing insurance agent negligence. Ritter Acquires Maryland-Based Secure Benefits Alliance Ritter Insurance Marketing today announced the purchase of Secure Benefits Alliance (SBA), a Maryland-based health and life benefits agency. In order to expand and strengthen Ritter’s growing footprint, this deal will bring SBA agents into the Ritter fold, providing them with cutting-edge technology and support through Ritter’s service platform. How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential. An outdated portfolio can hinder your success as you could be missing out on new products, carriers, and service area expansions.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Ready to get started cross-selling? What products can you cross-sell with Medicare? Build up your insurance portfolio with our list of must-have ancillary products!   Read the text version.   Download the FREE Guide: Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products   Mentioned in this episode:   16 Stats That Prove You Should Put Your Clients First Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Ritter’s Newest Guide: Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products Sense Success with Dental, Vision, and Hearing Plans Short-Term Care Insurance: A Top LTCi Alternative for Clients These Plans Are Critical to Your Business Strategy   More episodes you’ll like:   4 Steps to Selling Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance Not sure how to show your clients the benefits of dental, vision, and hearing insurance products? In this episode of the ASG Podcast, we walk you through the process of selling DVH insurance plans from start to finish. Don’t forget to visit the show notes for a full list of Ritter's free DVH sales resources. Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Ready to grow your insurance business? Learn more about hospital indemnity insurance, a powerful ancillary tool for your portfolio. We cover what you need to know, from the basics to closing the sale! How Client Retention Boosts Insurance Sales Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones. Short-Term Care Insurance – An LTCi Alternative for Clients Think LTCi is your client’s only option? Explore Short-Term Care Insurance and its benefits. Why Critical Illness Insurance Can Breathe New Life Into Your Business Grow your business with Critical Illness plans. Discover why it's never been a better time to offer this kind of coverage.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications! 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Medicareful gives agents the potential to double or triple their capacity to safely engage prospects and enroll clients! How can you maximize your site and Medicare sales? To start, request your free Medicareful page here! Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business How you present yourself as an agent can make or break your business. You may think, “It doesn’t matter what other people think of me,” which in some ways is true. But when it comes to how people view you professionally, their opinions do matter.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Maintaining CMS compliance while selling Medicare is crucial to the success of your insurance business. But why? In this episode, we're answering that question a few different ways as we look at the "why" behind running a compliant insurance agency.   Read the text version.   Email Van Your Compliance Questions   Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing   Mentioned in this episode:   5 Myths About Selling Medicare… Debunked! Building Client Loyalty: More than Just a Plan Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Official Website CMS 2019 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?   More episodes you’ll like:   Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance Need a recap on Medicare compliance before AEP? We break down the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines for insurance agents, including new compliance rules for 2020. We’ll go over what’s allowed — and what’s not — in this can’t-miss episode of the ASG Podcast. Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event If you want to host a Medicare educational event, listen to this episode first! We cover how to plan, promote, and present your next event, including how to make sure you're compliant with the CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines! We've also got details on a guide that outlines the whole process! Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event Ready to hold a Medicare sales event? Check out this updated episode! You'll learn best practices for planning, promoting, and presenting your sales event while staying compliant with the 2020 CMS Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines! What Agents Can’t Say During Medicare Sales Appointments Not sure what you can or can't say during a Medicare sales appointment? CMS has a lot of rules regarding marketing Medicare, but they're not always simple to understand. We sifted through the MCMG to bring you 9 examples of what NOT to say the next time you make a Medicare sales pitch. Are Your Medicare Marketing Materials Compliant? 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 Ritter’s Blog:   The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications! 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Medicareful gives agents the potential to double or triple their capacity to safely engage prospects and enroll clients! How can you maximize your site and Medicare sales? To start, request your free Medicareful page here! Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business >How you present yourself as an agent can make or break your business. You may think, “It doesn’t matter what other people think of me,” which in some ways is true. But when it comes to how people view you professionally, their opinions do matter.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn