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Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Prepare your business for a fresh new year by listening to these 5 podcasts!
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
5 Marketing Podcasts to Follow:
Agent Survival Guide Podcast: https://ritterim.com/podcast/
Do This, Not That! https://jayschwedelson.com/podcast/
The Influencer Podcast: https://juliesolomon.net/podcast/
The Mindful Marketing Podcast: https://onlinedrea.com/podcast/
The Online Marketing Made Easy Podcast: https://www.amyporterfield.com/digital-marketing-podcast/
Resources:
Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf5
How Ask Integrity Can Streamline Your Medicare Sales Appointments: https://pod.fo/e/27a354
How to Ask Your Current Clients for Referrals: https://pod.fo/e/28aae7
Instagram Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28803f
Modern Medicare Marketing for Today’s Agents FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/modern-marketing-guide/
Simplify Marketplace Enrollments with HealthSherpa: https://pod.fo/e/27a351
Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/
References:
“Digital Marketing & Social Media Podcast To Grow Your Business.” OnlineDrea, 5 July 2024, https://onlinedrea.com/podcast/.
“Do This, Not That! For Marketers Only!” Jay Schwedelson, 8 Dec. 2023, https://jayschwedelson.com/podcast/.
“Online Marketing Made Easy Business Podcast: Amy Porterfield.” Amy Porterfield | Online Marketing Expert, 21 Aug. 2024, https://www.amyporterfield.com/digital-marketing-podcast/.
“The Agent Survival Guide Podcast.” Ritter Insurance Marketing, https://ritterim.com/podcast/. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
“The Influencer Podcast.” Julie Solomon, 8 Feb. 2023, https://juliesolomon.net/podcast/.
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Friday Dec 27, 2024
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Join Sarah as she counts down the top 5 Agent Survival Guide Podcast episodes of 2024! Find out if your favorite episode made the cut… and thanks for listening this year!
Number Five: [02:22]
Number Four: [21:29]
Number Three: [31:18]
Number Two: [39:18]
Number One: [01:04:19]
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Links to Individual Episodes:
5 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent: https://pod.fo/e/28ab20
Agent’s Guide to Email Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab27
Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos: https://pod.fo/e/28ab52
Key Changes for ACA Open Enrollment 2025 ft. Ross Baker: https://pod.fo/e/28aaeb
Using a SWOT Analysis to Review Your Insurance Business: https://pod.fo/e/28ab7f
Additional Episodes You Might Like:
5 Things About Prepping for the Insurance License Exam: https://pod.fo/e/28ab2c
9 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28ab2e
How Much Can Agents Make Selling Under-65 Insurance: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf7
Simplify Marketplace Enrollments with HealthSherpa: https://pod.fo/e/27a351
Steps to Get Ready for OEP: Federal & State Exchanges: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf6
What Today's Financial Environment Means for Medicare Beneficiaries & Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28aafb
Resources for Insurance Agents:
Developing an Agency — Your Guide to Getting Started: https://www.ritterim.com/agency-guide/
Email Template for Client Check-in: https://ritterim.com/documents/client-check-in-email-template.docx
FMO vs. IMO vs. NMO vs. MGA vs. GA: What’s the Difference? https://ritterim.com/blog/fmo-vs-imo-vs-nmo-vs-mga-vs-ga-whats-the-difference/
How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/
Increase Sales and Productivity with the Busy Medicare Agent’s Sales Planner: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/increase-sales-and-productivity-with-the-busy-medicare-agents-sales-planner/
Modern Medicare Marketing for Today's Agents: https://www.ritterim.com/modern-marketing-guide/
Request a Portfolio Review from Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://ritterim.com/portfolio/
Ritter Agent Handbook: https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/Ritter-Agent-Handbook-2024.pdf
Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Site: https://ritterim.com/
Stay Organized with the Busy ACA Agent’s Sales Calendar: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/stay-organized-with-the-busy-aca-agents-sales-calendar/
The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention: https://ritterim.com/client-retention-guide/
The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans: https://ritterim.com/aca-ebook/
The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt. 1: Market Yourself: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list-pt.-1-market-yourself/
Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales: https://ritterim.com/free-guide/?utm_source=asg_podcast_link
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The resources in Agent's Guide to Email Communication Reesources are the opinions of staff and agents who work with Ritter Insurance Marketing. We cannot guarantee that an agent’s business will succeed if utilizing these recommendations. An agents is solely responsible for making all decisions and taking actions related to their business.
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Celebrate the upcoming Ho-Ho-Holidays with these podcast recommendations! Sarah has picks that will keep you in a jolly, festive mood as you make your preparations.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Nicked: Official Site | Apple | Spotify
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol Podcast: Official Site | Apple | Spotify
The Nutcracker Podcast: Official Site | Apple | Spotify
‘Tis the Grinch Holiday Podcast: Apple | Spotify | Wondery
Welcome to Tinsel Town: Apple | Spotify
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Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
There are apps for just about everything! In this episode, Tina reviews apps to help you on your wellness journey.
Balance Official Website: https://balanceapp.com/
Daylio Official Website: https://daylio.net/
Macros Calorie Counter Official Website: https://macros.app/
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
Budget-Friendly Streaming Services: https://pod.fo/e/28aaea
Eating Frogs & Slaying Dragons: https://pod.fo/e/2870fc
Instagram Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28803f
Tips for Insurance Agents Working on the Road: https://ritterim.com/blog/tips-for-insurance-agents-working-on-the-road/
Top 10 Holiday Toys of 2024: https://pod.fo/e/287dd6
Ritter Staff’s Top 5 Apps: https://pod.fo/e/28515e
References:
“Discover Macros.” Macros App - Calorie Counter, https://macros.app/. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.
“Discover Personalized Meditation with the Balance App.” Discover Personalized Meditation with the Balance App,
https://balanceapp.com/. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.
“Journal, Diary and Mood Tracker.” Daylio, https://daylio.net/. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.
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Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
We searched the internet to compile a list of the top 5 business podcasts in 2024. Listen to find out what shows made the list, and let us know what you’ve been listening to this year!
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Business Podcasts to Follow:
Pivot: https://podcasts.voxmedia.com/show/pivot
The $100 MBA: https://100mba.net/mba2549/
Business Breakdowns: https://joincolossus.com/series/business-breakdowns/
The Tim Ferriss Show: https://tim.blog/podcast/
Money Rehab: https://chartable.com/podcasts/money-rehab-with-nicole-lapin
Resources:
Agent Apps | Best eBook & Audiobook Apps: https://pod.fo/e/27a355
Agent Apps | Ritter Staff’s Top 5 Apps: https://pod.fo/e/28515e
Top 10 Holiday Toys of 2024: https://pod.fo/e/287dd6
The Power of Listening & Laughter: https://pod.fo/e/2870fa
References:
Han, Juliette. “3 Great Business Podcasts for Business Leaders and Builders.” Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 20 Feb. 2024, https://www.forbes.com/sites/juliettehan/2024/02/17/3-great-business-podcasts-for-business-leaders-and-builders/.
Schooley, Skye. “Best Business Podcasts of 2024.” Business.Com, https://www.business.com/articles/best-business-podcasts/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
“Business on Apple Podcasts.” Apple Podcasts, podcasts.apple.com/us/genre/1321. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
“Business Podcasts 2024.” Winners Webby Awards, The Webby Awards, winners.webbyawards.com/winners/podcasts/shows/business?years=0. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024. “The 20 Best
Business Podcasts in 2024.” The Investor’s Podcast Network, 6 Aug. 2024, https://www.theinvestorspodcast.com/podcasts/20-best-business-podcasts/.
Lower Street. “The 18 Best Business Podcasts Worth Listening To.” Lower Street, lowerstreet.co/blog/best-business-podcasts. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
Howarth, Josh. “Top 18 Business Podcasts (2024).” Exploding Topics, Exploding Topics, 3 June 2024, explodingtopics.com/blog/business-podcasts.
“Top Free Business Podcasts.” Audible.Com, https://www.audible.com/charts/free-business-podcasts/23593497011. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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Friday Dec 13, 2024
Friday Dec 13, 2024
Join Sarah and Tina as they chat about their favorite gifts to give during this festive (and busy!) time of year. Consider this your survival guide for holiday gift-giving!
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Mentioned in this episode:
Alter Eco Foods: https://www.alterecofoods.com/
Penzeys Spices: https://www.penzeys.com/
Torchbearer Sauces: https://www.torchbearersauces.com/
Unreal Snacks: https://unrealsnacks.com/
Other episodes you might like:
Best Mobile Group Games! https://pod.fo/e/28b5ed
Instagram Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28803f
Top Holiday Toys of 2024: https://pod.fo/e/287dd6
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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/
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Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Tina searched all the top lists and poured over user reviews to bring you the top 5 apps of 2024. Listen to find out which apps made the list!
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Partiful: https://partiful.com/
Temu: https://www.temu.com/temu-app.html
Slack: https://slack.com/
QuickBooks: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/
Monopoly Go: https://www.monopolygo.com/
Resources
Apps for Tracking Business Expenses: https://pod.fo/e/28ab04
Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf5
Does Your Medicare Sales Approach Satisfy Different Budgets? https://pod.fo/e/27f3bc
How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client: https://pod.fo/e/282827
Ritter Staff’s Top 5 Apps: https://pod.fo/e/28515e
References:
“Free Online Party Invites.” Partiful, https://partiful.com/. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024. Bright, Sam. “Google Play’s Best Apps and Games of 2024.” Google, Google, 18 Nov. 2024, blog.google/products/google-play/google-play-best-apps-games-2024/.
“Monopoly Go!” MONOPOLY GO!, www.monopolygo.com/. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
“Most Popular Apps 2024: Global Stats & Rankings.” Backlinko, 21 Nov. 2024, https://backlinko.com/most-popular-apps.
“Most Popular Apps (2024).” Business of Apps, 5 Nov. 2024, https://www.businessofapps.com/data/most-popular-apps/.
Slack. “Ai Work Management & Productivity Tools.” Slack, https://slack.com/. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
“Temu App.” Temu, https://www.temu.com/temu-app.html. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
Feng, Emily. “Why Hundreds of Online Merchants Are Protesting What They Call Temu’s Arbitrary Fines.” NPR, NPR, 2 Aug. 2024, https://www.npr.org/2024/08/02/nx-s1-5058537/why-hundreds-of-online-merchants-are-protesting-what-they-call-temus-arbitrary-fines.
“QuickBooks®: Official Site: Smart Tools. Better Business.” QuickBooks®: Official Site | Smart Tools. Better Business., https://quickbooks.intuit.com/. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
You made it halfway through the Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment! We’ve got market updates, sales and lead generation tips, and more with special guests Danica Stover and Olivia Williams from Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Under-65 Health Team.
Get in touch with the Under-65 Health Team at u65healthsupport@ritterim.com or call 1-800-469-1847. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast!
Resources:
ACA Basics – Knight School Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/solid-foundation/aca-basics/1/
Agent Requirements for ACA Sales: https://ritterim.com/blog/agent-requirements-for-aca-sales/
ASG Content Info: Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Consumer Authorization Form: https://ritterim.com/documents/aca-consumer-authorization-form-template.pdf
Ritter Docs Site Under 65 Health: https://docs.ritterim.com/products/under-65-health/
Simplify Marketplace Enrollments with HealthSherpa: https://pod.fo/e/27a351
The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/aca-ebook/
Under-65 Health Products: https://ritterim.com/products/under-65/
Guides to Marketing & Communications:
Agent's Guide to Digital Marketing Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab4d
Agent's Guide to Email Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab27
Agent's Guide to Mail Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab0b
Agent's Guide to Partner Marketing Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab4b
Agent's Guide to Phone Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab12
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab16
Agent's Guide to Text Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab24
Agent's Guide to Traditional Marketing Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab4e
Agent's Guide to Video Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab2b
References:
“Home Page.” Health Reform Beyond the Basics, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, 8 Nov. 2023, https://www.healthreformbeyondthebasics.org/.
“Marketplace 2025 Open Enrollment Fact Sheet.” CMS.Gov, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/marketplace-2025-open-enrollment-fact-sheet/. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
“Nearly 988,000 New Consumers Selected Affordable Health Coverage in ACA Marketplace so Far.” CMS.Gov, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/nearly-988000-new-consumers-selected-affordable-health-coverage-aca-marketplace-so-far/. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
“Plan Year 2025 Qualified Health Plan Choice and Premiums in HealthCare.Gov Marketplaces.” CMS, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/2025-qhp-premiums-choice-report.pdf/. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
Lo, Justin, et al. “Ten Things to Watch for 2025 ACA Open Enrollment.” KFF, 30 Oct. 2024, https://www.kff.org/policy-watch/ten-things-to-watch-for-2025-aca-open-enrollment/.
“The Premium Tax Credit and Related Spending.” CBO, Congressional Budget Office, https://www.cbo.gov/system/files/2024-07/60523-2024-07-premium-tax-credit.pdf/. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
“With ACA Subsidies Set to Expire in 2025, Millions of Americans Stand to Lose Health Insurance.” CBS News, CBS Interactive, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-aca-subsidies-health-insurance-affordable-care-act-congress/. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
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Friday Dec 06, 2024
Friday Dec 06, 2024
This week, join Sarah as she takes a closer look at 5 provisions from the CMS 2026 MA and Part D Proposed Rule.
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
Best Mobile Group Games! https://pod.fo/e/28b5ed
Instagram Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28803f
The Power of Listening & Laughter: https://pod.fo/e/2870fa
References:
“Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (CMS-4208-P).” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 26 Nov. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/contract-year-2026-policy-and-technical-changes-medicare-advantage-program-medicare-prescription.
“Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.” FederalRegister.Gov, Federal Register, www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2024-27939/medicare-and-medicaid-programs-contract-year-2026-policy-and-technical-changes-to-the-medicare. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Stay entertained with family and friends with these games for large parties!
Gogogo! App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gogogo-the-party-game/id1517869671
Gogogo! Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Studiosaurus.Gogogothegame&hl=en_US
Jackbox Games Official Website: https://www.jackboxgames.com/games/
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf5
Budget-Friendly Streaming Services: https://pod.fo/e/28aaea
Educate Clients on OTC Benefits in Medicare Advantage Plans: https://pod.fo/e/27a352
How Ask Integrity Can Streamline Your Medicare Sales Appointments: https://pod.fo/e/27a354
Staying Motivated Amidst Change & Disruption: https://pod.fo/e/28aaec
References:
“Are Your Games Family Friendly? What Are They Rated? – Jackbox Games.” Support Jackbox Games, support.jackboxgames.com/hc/en-us/articles/15794785491351-Are-your-games-family-friendly-What-are-they-rated. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
Wiki, Contributors to Jackbox Games. “The Jackbox Party Pack (Series).” Jackbox Games Wiki, Fandom, Inc., www.jackboxgames.fandom.com/wiki/The_Jackbox_Party_Pack_(series)#The_Jackbox_Party_Pack_10. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
“Party! Play Silly Party Games with Friends.” Gogogo, gogogo.gg/. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
“Plan Your next Family Game Night with Jackbox Games.” Jackbox Games, hello.jackboxgames.com/jackbox-for-families/. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
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Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Truth? Sometimes it’s tough to get motivated. Here’s how Sarah gets in the zone when she needs to focus and get stuff done.
Questions? Reach out to your Ritter Sales Specialist: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ send us an Email: ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
Creating Margin & Taking Back Control of Your Time: https://pod.fo/e/2870fb
Eating Frogs & Slaying Dragons: https://pod.fo/e/2870fc
Integrity Inspire Podcast: https://integrity.com/inspire/
Staying Motivated Amidst Change & Disruption: https://pod.fo/e/28aaec
The Power of Listening & Laughter: https://pod.fo/e/2870fa
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Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Sarah loves Instagram, but does that mean it’s a viable marketing tool for insurance agents? Listen as she evaluates the ‘gram for agent use and learn how you can do the same.
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
5 Social Media Trends for Insurance Agents in 2024: https://pod.fo/e/28ab30
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab16
Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28ab15
How to Create a Google Business Profile: https://pod.fo/e/28ab05
LinkedIn Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28ab08
Ritter Insurance Marketing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/
Sarah’s Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/
Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/
TikTok Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28ab1c
X (Twitter) Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28ab0f
References:
“About Professional Accounts on Instagram.” Help.Instagram.Com, Instagram, help.instagram.com/138925576505882/. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
“Convert an Instagram Personal Profile to a Business Profile .” Help.Hootsuite.Com, Hootsuite, 27 Oct. 2024, help.hootsuite.com/hc/en-us/articles/1260804251950-Convert-an-Instagram-Personal-profile-to-a-Business-profile.
“How to Set up a Business Account on Instagram.” Help.Instagram.Com, Instagram, help.instagram.com/502981923235522/. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
“How to Set up a Creator Account on Instagram.” Help.Instagram.Com, Instagram, help.instagram.com/2358103564437429/. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Watson, Amelia. “Instagram Business vs Creator Accounts: Pros & Cons Compared.” Socialthink.Io, Social Think, 18 Aug. 2024, socialthink.io/blog/instagram-business-vs-creator-accounts/.
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
It’s here… our official list of the top 10 holiday toys! Sarah’s done the research, created the spreadsheets, and compiled her list of the must-have toys for 2024.
Agent Survival Guide Podcast Toy List 2024:
Barbie Mini Barbieland Dolls, Playsets, Vehicles: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Bitzee Interactive Digital Pet: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Bluey 3-in-1 Airplane: Amazon | Official Site| Target | Walmart
Hatchimals Alive Mystery Hatch: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Kanoodle Ultimate Champion: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Kinetic Sand Squish Motion Playset: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Magna Tiles: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Makery Freezy Cakez Playset: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Mr. Beast Lab Mutators: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Owala: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
Play-Doh Pizza Scooter: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
References:
Gruber, Lauren. “15 Toys Worth Buying From Walmart’s Top Toy List 2024.” Goodhousekeeping.Com, Good Housekeeping, 19 Sept. 2024, www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/g62135228/walmart-top-toys-2024/.
Phillimore, Zoe. “18 Best Kids’ Toys for Christmas 2024 – These Gifts Have Real Wow Factor.” The-Independent.Com, The Independent, 3 Oct. 2024, https://www.the-independent.com/extras/indybest/kids/toys-activities/best-kids-toys-b2621837.html.
Handley, Sarah. “18 Top Christmas Toys 2024 - Including Lego, Tonies, Stitch and More.” Goodto.Com, Good to Know, 13 Sept. 2024, www.goodto.com/family/top-christmas-toys-boys-girls-400783.
Hillman, Marisa. “25 Hottest Christmas Toys That’ll Be Flying Off the Shelves in 2024.” Msn.Com, MSN, www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/25-hottest-christmas-toys-that-ll-be-flying-off-the-shelves-in-2024/ss-AA1oVAJ7. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
“25 Hottest Holiday Toys of 2024.” Farmandfleet.Com, Blain’s Farm & Fleet, 14 Oct. 2024, www.farmandfleet.com/blog/hottest-holiday-toys/.
Hillman, Marisa. “27 Gifts for Boys That Are Just as Cool as He Is.” Rd.Com, Reader’s Digest, 24 Oct. 2024, www.rd.com/list/gifts-for-boys/.
O’Connell, Rebecca. “35 Cool Gift Ideas for Kids That Santa May Want to Start Perusing *now*.” Buzzfeed.Com, BuzzFeed, 28 Oct. 2024, www.buzzfeed.com/bekoconnell/cool-gift-ideas-kids-trendy-2024.
Bowen, Cat. “60 Best Christmas Gifts for Kids Your Little Ones Are Dreaming About This Year.” Bestproducts.Com, Best, 16 Oct. 2024, www.bestproducts.com/parenting/kids/g97/top-christmas-gifts-for-kids/.
“Bring the Magic — Bullseye’s Top Toys List Is Back and Better Than Ever.” Corporate.Target.Com, Target, 8 Oct. 2024, corporate.target.com/news-features/article/2024/10/bullseyes-top-toys-holiday-2024.
Goertzen, Brenley. “Every Holiday Gift Guide From the Strategist.” Nymag.Com, New York Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024, nymag.com/strategist/article/best-christmas-gift-ideas.html.
“Geoffrey’s Hot Toy List.” Toysrus.Com, Toys “R” Us, www.toysrus.com/collections/hot-toy-list. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
“Kohl’s Top Holiday Toys of 2024.” Kohls.Com, Kohl’s, interactive.kohls.com/top-toys-holiday-2024/p/1. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
Lascala, Marisa. “Our Ultimate List of the Best Gifts for Kids of All Ages.” Goodhousekeeping.Com, Good Housekeeping, 25 Sept. 2024, www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/a61827377/best-gifts-for-kids/.
Rosmarin, Remi. “The 40 Best Gifts for Kids of All Ages in 2024.” Edited by Lisa Sabatini, Businessinsider.Com, Business Insider, 21 Oct. 2024, www.businessinsider.com/guides/gifts/best-gifts-for-kids.
Winder, Christine. “The 50 Best Gifts for Kids You Can Buy Online.” Realsimple.Com, Real Simple, 8 Oct. 2024, www.realsimple.com/holidays-entertaining/gifts/cool-gifts-kids.
Stessman, Emma. “The Hottest Holiday Toys of 2024, as Low as $5 — According to Walmart, Amazon and More.” TODAY.Com, TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024, www.today.com/shop/hot-holiday-toys-2024-rcna169970.
Foley, Emily. “The Hottest Holiday Toys of 2023: Barbie, Gel Blasters, Throwbacks and More.” Retailmenot.Com, Retail Me Not, 4 Oct. 2024, www.retailmenot.com/blog/hot-holiday-toys-you-should-buy-now.html.
Lascala, Marisa. “The Hottest Toys to Shop From Amazon’s ‘Toys We Love’ 2024 List.” Goodhousekeeping.Com, Good Housekeeping, 4 Oct. 2024, www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g62114364/best-amazon-holiday-toys-2024/.
Keegan, Ashley. “The Top Holiday 2024 Toy Predictions — And Where to Buy Them Now.” Blackfriday.Com, BlackFriday.com, 2 Oct. 2024, blackfriday.com/news/toy-trends-predictions.
“Toys We Love.” Amazon.Com, Amazon, www.amazon.com/gcx/Toys-we-love/gfhz/events?categoryId=toys-we-love. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
Zahn, James. “The Toy Insider Unwraps the Hottest Holiday Toys for 2024!” Toybook.Com, The Toy Book, 16 Sept. 2024, toybook.com/toy-insider-unwraps-the-hottest-holiday-toys-for-2024/.
“Top Christmas Toys of 2024.” Scheels.Com, Scheels, www.scheels.com/e/post/top-christmas-toys/. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
“Walmart Unwraps the Holiday Season with 2024 Top Toys List and New, Exclusive Barbie World Collection.” Corporate.Walmart.Com, Walmart, corporate.walmart.com/news/2024/09/09/walmart-unwraps-the-holiday-season-with-2024-top-toys-list-and-new-exclusive-barbie-world-collection. Accessed 29 Oct. 2024.
Schulz, Bailey. “What Are the Most Popular Toys of 2024? Put These on Your Christmas List Early.” Usatoday.Com, Gannett Satellite Information Network, 10 Sept. 2024, www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2024/09/09/walmart-top-toys-list-2024/75101154007/.
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
How do you take on the workday and keep your cool? Joining Sarah in the studio, Samantha Galeano, Ritter's Human Resources Director, talks about her strategies - active listening, laughter, and caffeine, just not quite in that order.
What strategy keeps you motivated? We want to hear about it! Send a message by email to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call us at 1-717-562-7211.
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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/
Stay Motivated with These Episodes:
Creating Margin & Taking Back Control of Your Time: https://pod.fo/e/2870fb
Eating Frogs & Slaying Dragons: https://pod.fo/e/2870fc
Staying Motivated Amidst Change & Disruption: https://pod.fo/e/28aaec
You're Not Alone This AEP! https://pod.fo/e/27d8f4
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Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Discover the time management secret that is creating margin. Sarah talks about using this technique to better manage your time, keep a sustainable schedule, and reach your goals.
How do you stay motivated? What method works for you? Let us know! Send a message to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call us at 1-717-562-7211.
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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 You'll Like:
Eating Frogs & Slaying Dragons: https://pod.fo/e/2870fc
Staying Motivated Amidst Change & Disruption: https://pod.fo/e/28aaec
The Power of Listening & Laughter: https://pod.fo/e/2870fa
You're Not Alone This AEP! https://pod.fo/e/27d8f4
References:
“Time Blocking.” Todoist.Com, Todoist, todoist.com/productivity-methods/time-blocking. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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