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Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Top 10 Holiday Toys 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
No misfit toys here! Just Sarah and a special guest elf counting down the top 10 toys of the holidays. Which toy will be number one? What should’ve made the list? You’ll have to listen to find out!
List of Holiday Toys:
Beast Lab: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Bitzee Interactive Digital Pet: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Mix & Learn DJ Table: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Hasbro Furby (purple): Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Hogwart’s Legacy (Nintendo Switch): Amazon | Target | Official Site | Walmart
Magic Mixies Pixlings: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
MINTiD Dog-E Interactive Robot Dog: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Sesame Street Elmo Slide Plush: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Squishmallows: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Nintendo Switch): Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
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More episodes you’ll like:
Top 10 Holiday Toys 2022: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGTT20221122
Top 10 Holiday Toys 2021: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGTT20211123
Top 10 Holiday Toys 2020: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGTT20201124
Top 10 Holiday Toys 2019: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGTT20191126
Friday Nov 17, 2023
New Features Coming to Popular Apps
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Friday Nov 17, 2023
The Friday Five for November 17, 2023: It’s new feature Friday here on the ASG Podcast! We’re talking about recently announced updates from Google Maps, Microsoft Teams, Threads, Instagram, and Amazon. Kicking it all off, the cost of Thanksgiving Dinner in 2023, an annual Q4 inflation benchmark.
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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:
365 Days of Motivation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231110
4 Strategies for Effectively Working with a Team: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/4-strategies-for-effectively-working-with-a-team/
Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG552
Halfway Through AEP: Reflect & Renew Your Medicare Sales Strategies: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG551
How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809
How Insurance FMOs Work: https://www.ritterim.com/how-insurance-fmos-work/
Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
The 2024 COLA Increase & How It Affects Your Clients: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/the-2024-cola-increase-how-it-affects-your-clients/
The Ritter Platform Creates Organization for Scopes of Appointment: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/the-ritter-platform-creates-organization-for-scopes-of-appointment/
References:
Amazon is merging the Comixology app with Kindle: https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/15/23962577/amazon-comixology-app-kindle-comics
Amazon is officially killing the Comixology app, forcing users over to Kindle: https://www.engadget.com/amazon-is-officially-killing-the-comixology-app-forcing-users-over-to-kindle-213911500.html
Comixology Unlimited: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/cu/signup
Consumer Price Index Summary: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm
Google Maps tweaks transit directions, adds emoji reactions and collaborative lists: https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/15/23962007/google-maps-transit-collaborative-list-emoji-reactions
Instagram adds new features, including custom AI stickers, photo filters, a clip hub and more:
https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/15/instagram-adds-new-features-including-custom-ai-stickers-photo-filters-a-clip-hub-and-more/?guccounter=1
Instagram Adds New Filters, Support for Custom Stickers From Photos: https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/15/instagram-new-filters-stickers/
Instagram gets new filters for the first time in forever: https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/15/23962500/instagram-new-photo-filters-announced-easier-reels
Microsoft Teams adds AI backgrounds as it moves to the metaverse: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2136698/microsoft-teams-adds-ai-backgrounds-as-it-moves-to-the-metaverse.html
Microsoft Teams launches creepy AI webcam trick that cleans up your dirty room: https://mashable.com/article/microsoft-teams-ai-webcam-trick
New Ways to Create Content on Instagram: https://about.fb.com/news/2023/11/new-ways-to-create-content-on-instagram/
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Relief, But Still High Relative to Recent Years: https://www.fb.org/market-intel/thanksgiving-dinner-cost-relief-but-still-high-relative-to-recent-years
Thanksgiving dinner prices falling from record high: https://www.axios.com/2023/11/15/thanksgiving-turkey-price-drop-2023-holiday-meal
Threads starts testing hashtags…without the hash: https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/15/threads-starts-testing-hashtags-without-the-hash/
Threads Will Finally Let Users Delete Their Accounts Without Losing Instagram Too: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/14/technology/threads-instagram-meta-delete.html
Friday Nov 10, 2023
365 Days of Motivation
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
The Friday Five for November 10, 2023:
Waze Crash History Feature
Best U.S. Cities to Retire in 2024
Generative AI Model Autophagy Disorder (MAD)
New YouTube "For You" Feed
365 Days of Motivation
What’s your favorite Holiday movie? Let us know! Vote in the poll here: https://bit.ly/ASGHoliday Reach out via email: ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Resources:
5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230925
7 Ways to Overcome Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547
Agent Requirements for ACA Sales: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/agent-requirements-for-aca-sales/
How Insurance FMOs Work: https://www.ritterim.com/how-insurance-fmos-work/
How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/how-to-check-medicare-extra-help-eligibility-for-your-client/
Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
Ritter Insurance Marketing YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
Relaxing Logic Games: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA045
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
References:
365 Micro-Challenges and Daily Tips to Keep You Motivated and Inspired Every Day in 2023: https://www.inc.com/minda-zetlin/365-micro-challenges-daily-tips-to-keep-you-motivated-inspired-every-day-in-2023.html
2024 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.: https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-retire
Has Generative AI Peaked? https://hbr.org/2023/11/has-generative-ai-peaked
Move over, Florida: Retirees are flocking to Pennsylvania: https://www.axios.com/2023/11/07/best-retirement-cities-us
SAG-AFTRA tentative agreement to end strike will get nearly 200,000 New Yorkers back to work in film and tv: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/sag-aftra-tentative-agreement-to-end-strike-will-get-nearly-200000-new-yorkers-back-to-work-in-film-and-tv/
Striking Actors and Hollywood Studios Agree to a Deal: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/08/business/media/actors-strike-deal.html
The Curse of Recursion: Training Generated Data Makes Models Forget: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2305.17493.pdf
Waze just got a big safety upgrade — what you need to know: https://www.tomsguide.com/news/waze-just-got-a-big-safety-upgrade-what-you-need-to-know
Waze rolls out crash history alerts for accident-prone roads: https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts
YouTube adding ‘For You’ channel section that tailors video recommendations for new viewers: https://9to5google.com/2023/11/08/youtube-for-you-channels-recommendations/
YouTube will soon show visitors a personalized For You section on channel pages: https://www.engadget.com/youtube-will-soon-show-visitors-a-personalized-for-you-section-on-channel-pages-213402443.html
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Agent Apps | Best Weather Apps
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Not sure what’s in the forecast for your next outing? Stay alert and prepared with these weather apps.
Plume Labs: https://plumelabs.com/en/ Weather Underground (Wunderground) https://www.wunderground.com/
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More episodes you’ll like:
Agent Apps | Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231011
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
Friday Nov 03, 2023
ACA Open Enrollment & Executive Order on AI
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Friday Nov 03, 2023
The Friday Five for November 3, 2023:
ACA Open Enrollment 2024
Daylight Savings Time
Biden’s Executive Order on AI
Facebook & Instagram Ad-Free Subscriptions
AI Chatbot Coming to Instagram?
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
2023 ACA Exchange & FFM Certification Info: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/2023-aca-exchange-ffm-certification-info/
3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG546
4 Strategies for Effectively Working with a Team: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/4-strategies-for-effectively-working-with-a-team/
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20232013
7 Ways to Overcome Fear of Rejection: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547
How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/how-to-check-medicare-extra-help-eligibility-for-your-client/
Medicare Open Enrollment FAQs & Marketplace Open Enrollment Reminders: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231027
The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans: https://www.ritterim.com/aca-ebook/
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
References:
FACT SHEET: President Biden Issues Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/10/30/fact-sheet-president-biden-issues-executive-order-on-safe-secure-and-trustworthy-artificial-intelligence/
Biden Issues Executive Order to Create A.I. Safeguards: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/30/us/politics/biden-ai-regulation.html
Biden to sign sweeping executive order pursuing 'safe, secure and trustworthy' AI development: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/ai-and-machine-learning/biden-sign-sweeping-executive-order-pursuing-safe-secure-and-trustworthy-ai
Effectuated Enrollment: Early 2023 Snapshot and Full Year 2022 Average: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/early-2023-and-full-year-2022-effectuated-enrollment-report.pdf
Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2023/10/30/executive-order-on-the-safe-secure-and-trustworthy-development-and-use-of-artificial-intelligence/
Facebook and Instagram launch a paid ad-free subscription: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/30/23938283/facebook-instagram-ad-free-subscription-eu
Facebook and Instagram to Offer Subscription for No Ads in Europe: https://about.fb.com/news/2023/10/facebook-and-instagram-to-offer-subscription-for-no-ads-in-europe/
Instagram spotted developing a customizable ‘AI friend’: https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/01/instagram-spotted-developing-a-customizable-ai-friend/
Medicaid Enrollment and Unwinding Tracker: https://www.kff.org/report-section/medicaid-enrollment-and-unwinding-tracker-overview/
Sleep tips to help you get the most out of daylight saving time: https://abc13.com/daylight-saving-time-2023-when-is-savings-sleep-tips/13998849/
What are the deadlines for the ACA’s open enrollment period? https://www.healthinsurance.org/faqs/what-are-the-deadlines-for-the-acas-open-enrollment-period/
What to Watch in the 2024 ACA Open Enrollment: https://www.kff.org/policy-watch/what-to-watch-in-2024-aca-open-enrollment/
Why efforts to make daylight saving time permanent are stalled: https://www.axios.com/2023/11/01/daylight-savings-time-change-2023-sunshine-protection
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Agent Apps | Relaxing Logic Games
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
The busy season is upon us, give yourself a little brain break with these calming logic games.
Infinity Loop: Relaxing Puzzle – Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/infinity-loop-relaxing-puzzle/id977028266 Infinity Loop: Relaxing Puzzle – Playstore: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.balysv.loop&hl=en_US&gl=US Official Mekorama Website: https://www.mekorama.com/ Lines the Game – Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lines-the-game/id904207373 Lines – Physics Drawing Puzzle – Playstore: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.leodesol.games.linesthegame&hl=en_US&gl=US
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
More episodes you’ll like:
Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823
Agent Apps | How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809
Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231011
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
7 Ways to Overcome Fear of Rejection
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Don't get spooked! We've got tips to help insurance agents overcome the stress and anxiety that tend to accompany the fear of rejection.
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
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:
5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230925
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20232013
CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://link.chtbl.com/2023AlysonSeighman
eBooks and Guides for Insurance Agents: https://www.ritterim.com/guides/
Events & Webinars available through Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://www.ritterim.com/events/
Fact-Finder to use when meeting with clients: https://www.ritterim.com/downloads/knight-school-path-4-knight-school-fact-finder-worksheet.pdf
Knight School Online Training for Insurance Agents: https://www.ritterim.com/knight-school/
MA & PDP Compliant Sales Checklist: https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf
Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
References:
5 ways to Overcome the Fear of No and Turn Rejections into Positives: https://www.creativelive.com/blog/overcome-the-fear-of-no/
19 Ways to Conquer Fear of Rejection in Sales: https://replyco.com/brainery/ways-to-conquer-fear-of-rejection-in-sales/
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Medicare Open Enrollment FAQs & Marketplace Open Enrollment Reminders
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
The Friday Five for October 27, 2023: Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act, KFF Medicare Open Enrollment FAQs, CMS 2024 Marketplace Open Enrollment Fact Sheet, choosing between Apple pencils, and Holiday menus for Dunkin' and Starbucks.
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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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:
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20232013
10 Tips to Submitting an Error-Free Application: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG544
CMS Recap for Agents Selling Medicare During AEP 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20231020
How to Stay Compliant During All Medicare Sales: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/how-to-stay-compliant-during-all-medicare-sales/
Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231018
The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans: https://www.ritterim.com/aca-ebook/
The Ritter Platform Launches Health Risk Assessment Info & Access for Submissions: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/the-ritter-platform-launches-health-risk-assessment-info-access-for-submissions/
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
What Are Agents Responsible for Under HIPAA? https://www.ritterim.com/blog/what-are-agents-responsible-for-under-hipaa/
References:
Apple announces entry-level Apple Pencil with USB-C charging: https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/17/23919994/apple-pencil-stylus-usb-c-price-updates
Dunkin's Holiday Menu Was Leaked—Here's What To Expect: https://www.delish.com/food-news/a45548117/dunkin-holiday-menu-2023/
FAQs: Health Insurance Marketplace and the ACA (KFF): https://www.kff.org/faqs/faqs-health-insurance-marketplace-and-the-aca/
Here’s Everything On The *Leaked* Starbucks Winter Menu: https://www.brit.co/starbucks-winter-menu/
Insurer-Backed Bill Could Expand Access to Medicare Advantage Extras: https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2023/10/10/insurer-backed-bill-could-expand-access-to-medicare-advantage-extras/
Marketplace Plan Year 2024 Open Enrollment Fact Sheet: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/marketplace-plan-year-2024-open-enrollment-fact-sheet
Medicare Open Enrollment FAQs (KFF): https://www.kff.org/faqs/medicare-open-enrollment-faqs/
Meet The Dunkin’ Holiday Menu For 2023, Including *New* Loaded Hash Browns: https://www.brit.co/dunkin-holiday-menu/
Preguntas frecuentes sobre la inscripción abierta de Medicare (KFF): https://www.kff.org/es/faqs/preguntas-frecuentes-sobre-la-inscripcion-abierta-de-medicare/
Starbucks Holiday Coffees and More Return to Grocery Store Shelves Nationwide: https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2023/starbucks-holiday-coffees-and-more-return-to-grocery-store-shelves-nationwide/
Starbucks Shares the Merriest Gifts for the Holiday Season: https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2023/starbucks-shares-the-merriest-gifts-for-the-holiday-season/
Ultimate showdown: New Apple Pencil USB-C vs old Apple Pencils: https://appleinsider.com/inside/apple-pencil/vs/ultimate-showdown-new-apple-pencil-usb-c-vs-old-apple-pencils
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
In the modern workforce and the fast-paced insurance industry, adaptability is key. Learn best practices for opening your mind and adapting to whatever comes your way.
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg Email us at asgpodcast@ritterim.com
or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Resources:
2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://link.chtbl.com/2023AlysonSeighman
2024 Medicare Part A and B Premiums and Deductibles: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20231013
Cultivating Growth in Your Insurance Agency and Life: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230410
Improve Your Customer Service with This Soft Skill: Negotiation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG536
The 2024 COLA Increase & How It Affects Your Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20231017
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG543
References:
Emotional Intelligence: How We Perceive, Evaluate, Express, and Control Emotions: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-emotional-intelligence-2795423
What Are Cognitive Abilities? (Definition and Types): https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/cognitive-ability
Why cognitive agility matters - BetterUp: https://www.betterup.com/blog/why-cognitive-agility-matters
Friday Oct 20, 2023
CMS Recap for Agents Selling Medicare During AEP 2024
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
The Friday Five for October 20, 2023:
2024 Medicare Part A and B Premiums and Deductibles
Medicare Supplement Deductibles and OOP Costs for 2024
The 2024 COLA Increase & How It Affects Your Clients
2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings
X (fka Twitter) to Test Annual Subscription Fee
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form, email us, or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Sarah on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Threads
Tina on LinkedIn
Resources:
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023
2024 Medicare Part A and B Premiums and Deductibles
CMS Releases 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Costs
Compare Medigap Plan Benefits
Here's What Medicare Costs in 2024
The 2024 COLA Increase & How It Affects Your Clients: Episode | Blog Post
The Definitive Guide to Getting Leads and Prospecting for Medicare Sales
References:
2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings
Biden-Harris Administration Prepares to Kick Off Medicare Open Enrollment and Releases 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings
K & L Out-of-Pocket Limits Announcements
Medicare Advantage plan star ratings decline again in 2024
Not A Bot
What You'll Pay in Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs in 2024
X, formerly known as Twitter, will begin charging new users $1 a year to access key features including the ability to tweet and retweet
X will start charging new users in two countries $1 per year
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Agent Apps | Mental Health & Mindfulness Apps
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Identify your emotions and relieve stress with these mental health and mindfulness apps.
Balance App Website: https://balanceapp.com/
Smiling Mind Website: https://www.smilingmind.com.au/
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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/
More episodes like this:
20 Ways to Relax & Relieve Stress in 2022: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/20-ways-to-relax-relieve-stress-in-2022/
Agent Apps | Breathwork and Meditation Apps: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/agent-apps-breathwork-and-meditation-apps/
Stress Relief Tips to Get You Through AEP: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/stress-relief-tips-to-get-you-through-aep/
Mental Health Resources:
CDC Tools and Resources for Mental Health: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/index.htm
National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/
Friday Oct 13, 2023
5 Things Medicare Beneficiaries Report About Their Coverage in 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
What do Medicare beneficiaries think about enrollment and their coverage? Join Sarah for a deep dive into a recent KFF focus group report. Get the key takeaways for insurance agents selling Medicare during AEP 2024.
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form, email us, or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Sarah on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Threads
Tina on LinkedIn
Resources:
5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers
2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman
Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress
Are Your Medicare Marketing Materials Compliant?
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance
How to Get Your Medicare Enrollment Kits on Time
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go
References:
KFF Official Site
Marketing Private Medicare Plans Series
What Do People with Medicare Think About the Role of Marketing, Shopping for Medicare Options, and Their Coverage? (Summary)
What Do People with Medicare Think About the Role of Marketing, Shopping for Medicare Options, and Their Coverage? (Report)
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Looking to create your own website but aren’t sure what program to use? Tina reviews the top two website builders, Wix and WordPress. Click play to find out all the details!
Wix: https://www.wix.com/
WordPress: https://wordpress.com/
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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
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:
2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/2024-cms-compliance-regulation-updates-for-agents-ft-alyson-seighman/
Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/agent-apps-free-video-conferencing-apps/
Agent Apps | Social Media Alternatives to X (fka Twitter): https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/agent-apps-social-media-alternatives-to-x-fka-twitter/
Are Your Medicare Marketing Materials Compliant? https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/are-your-medicare-marketing-materials-compliant-2023/
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/do-s-and-don-ts-of-medicare-compliance-2023/
FAQs About Shop & Enroll ft. Jimmy Weber: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/faqs-about-shop-enroll-ft-jimmy-weber/
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Ways to Stay Productive on the Go
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Stay focused and driven while you're out on the road. We’ll help you plan, get organized, know what to take along, and so much more! Find out how your insurance business can run smoother with these hacks.
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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
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:
5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/5-pillars-of-integrity-ft-jason-meyers/
2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/2024-cms-compliance-regulation-updates-for-agents-ft-alyson-seighman/
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/do-s-and-don-ts-of-medicare-compliance-2023/
Learning from Lost Medicare Insurance Sales: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/learning-from-lost-medicare-insurance-sales/
Pros and Cons of Having an Office Space Outside of Your Home: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/pros-and-cons-of-having-an-office-space-outside-of-your-home/
The Quest for Navigation Apps: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/agent-apps-the-quest-for-navigation-apps/
To-Do or Not To-Do Lists? Personal Planner Apps: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/agent-apps-to-do-or-not-to-do-lists-personal-planner-apps/
References:
Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Hotspots: https://www.gearpatrol.com/tech/a555121/best-mobile-hotspots/
How to set up mobile hotspot on Android: https://www.androidauthority.com/mobile-hotspot-setup-631280/
How to set up a Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204023
How to Sync and Access Your Data Across Devices: https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-sync-your-data-everywhere/
How to Turn Your Phone Into a Wi-Fi Hotspot: https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-turn-your-phone-into-a-wi-fi-hotspot
How to Use Your iPhone or Android Phone as a Mobile Hotspot: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-use-your-iphone-and-android-phone-as-a-mobile-hotspot/
Multicosts of Multitasking: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7075496/
Multitasking doesn’t work—here’s what does. https://asana.com/resources/multitasking
Friday Oct 06, 2023
9 Days Until AEP 2024
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
The Friday Five for October 6, 2023:
9 Days 'Til AEP 2024
Shop & Enroll Webinars
Tom Hanks Dental Plan Deepfake
Spotify Announces Audiobook Offerings
2024 COLA Coming Soon + Shoutouts!
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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
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/
Shop & Enroll Webinars:
Sales Technology Overview: Join your Sales Technology Team as they do an overview of the tools you have through your partnership with Ritter Insurance Marketing and Integrity Marketing Group, including Shop & Enroll, the Ritter Platform, Market Advisor, LeadCENTER and MedicareCENTER.
Shop & Enroll Quoting & the CRM: Join Jimmy Weber, Megan Shaw, and Denise Getz to learn how to use the Ritter Platform to store your clients information, run prescription and provider quotes, and set up consumer accounts.
Writing Business with Shop & Enroll: Join Jimmy Weber, Megan Shaw, and Denise Getz as they do a deep dive into collecting Scopes of Appointment and applications with Shop & Enroll, covering both in-person and remote use of the FastTrack prefilled application option.
Resources:
2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/2024-cms-compliance-regulation-updates-for-agents-ft-alyson-seighman/
Countdown to AEP 2024: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/countdown-to-aep-2024/
Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/do-s-and-don-ts-of-medicare-compliance-2023/
FastTrack Your Online Medicare Enrollments with Shop & Enroll: https://www.ritterim.com/agent-tools/shop-and-enroll/
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/rules-for-hosting-a-compliant-medicare-sales-event-2023/
Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/rules-for-hosting-a-compliant-medicare-educational-event-2023/
References:
A Deep Fake Tom Hanks Is Promoting a Dental Plan, But the Actor Has 'Nothing to Do With It': https://gizmodo.com/deep-fake-tom-hanks-is-promoting-a-dental-plan-1850891358
October 12 Is a Big Day for Social Security Recipients. Here's Why: https://www.fool.com/retirement/2023/10/04/october-12-is-a-big-day-for-social-security-recipi/
Social Security COLA 2024: Doubtful Next Year’s COLA Will Come Close To 2023’s: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/retirement/social-security-cola-2024/
Spotify now lets you exclude certain playlists from its recommendations: https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/8/23591289/spotify-exclude-from-your-taste-profile-playlist-made-for-you
Spotify now lets you select which playlists you’d like to impact your recommendations less: https://techcrunch.com/2023/02/08/spotify-now-lets-you-select-which-playlists-youd-like-to-impact-your-recommendations-less/
Spotify Premium Will Include Instant Access to 150,000+ Audiobooks: https://www.newsroom.spotify.com/2023-10-03/audiobooks-included-in-spotify-premium/?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=podnews.net:2023-10-04
Spotify to include a selection of 150K audiobooks with its Premium subscription: https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/03/spotify-to-include-a-selection-of-audiobooks-with-its-premium-subscription/
Tom Hanks calls out dental ad for using AI likeness of him: https://www.engadget.com/tom-hanks-calls-out-dental-ad-for-using-ai-likeness-of-him-161548459.html
Tom Hanks says dental plan video uses ‘AI version of me’ without permission: https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/02/entertainment/tom-hanks-ai-dental-plan-video-intl-scli/index.html