Agent Apps | Nutrition Tracking Apps

 
Looking for some help with keeping track of your food intake and wellness goals? We’ve got some great apps to help you along your journey. Listen to learn more!
 
Cronometer Official Website: https://cronometer.com/
My Fitness Pal Official Website: https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Resources:
Apps to Help You Stay Healthy: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA53
Effective Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG523
How to Prepare for AEP Like a Pro: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-aep-like-a-pro/
How to Successfully Set Smart Goals: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG565
 
References:
“Calorie Tracker & BMR Calculator to Reach Your Goals.” MyFitnessPal, MyFitnessPal, www.myfitnesspal.com. Accessed 5 Aug. 2024.
“Eat Smarter. Live Better.” Cronometer, Cronometer, www.cronometer.com. Accessed 5 Aug. 2024.
“Exploring the Benefits of Tracking Food Intake.” MUSC Health | Charleston SC, MUSC Health Medical University of South Carolina, 12 Jan. 2024, www.muschealth.org/medical-services/weight-loss-surgery/wls/2024/01/exploring-the-benefits-of-tracking-food-intake.
McManus, Katherine D. “Why Keep a Food Diary?” Harvard Health, Harvard Health Publishing, 31 Jan. 2019, www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-keep-a-food-diary-2019013115855.
 
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X (fka Twitter) Basics for Insurance Agents

 
Discover basic 5 steps insurance agents can use when creating an X (Twitter) business profile. Learn how to find your audience, setting up your profile, content examples, and a lot more!
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Resources:
Agent Apps | Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823
Agent’s Guide to Email Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG598
Affinity Partnerships for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/blog/affinity-partnerships-for-insurance-agents/  
Apps for Social Medicare Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52
FREE eBook - The Definitive Guide to Getting Leads and Prospecting for Medicare Sales: https://ritterim.com/lead-generation-guide/
FREE eBook – Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/
TikTok Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG603
 
References:
Dixon, Stacy Jo. “Biggest Social Media Platforms by Users 2024.” Statista, Statista ,10 July 2024, www.statista.com/statistics/272014/global-social-networks-ranked-by-number-of-users/
Dixon, Stacy Jo. “Global X/Twitter User Age Distribution 2024.” Statista, Statista, 26 June 2024, www.statista.com/statistics/283119/age-distribution-of-global-twitter-users/ 
“Help Center.” Help Center, X, help.x.com/en. Accessed 30 July 2024.
“Twitter.Com Traffic Analytics, Ranking & Audience [June 2024].” Similarweb, Similarweb, 1 June 2024, www.similarweb.com/website/twitter.com/
“Social Media Fact Sheet.” Pew Research Center, Pew Research Center, 31 Jan. 2024, www.pewresearch.org/internet/fact-sheet/social-media/#which-social-media-platforms-are-most-common  
“The Sprout Social Index Edition XIX: Breakthrough.” Sprout Social, Sprout Social, 8 Mar. 2024, www.sproutsocial.com/insights/index/  
Dixon, Stacy Jo. “Top Types of Posts on X/Twitter Worldwide 2022.” Statista, Statista, 25 Sept. 2023, www.statista.com/statistics/1310989/most-liked-type-of-content-on-twitter/
Zote, Jacqueline. “What Is Twitter Spaces? – Bring Your Twitter Conversations to Life with Audio.” Sprout Social, Sprout Social, 6 Sept. 2023, www.sproutsocial.com/insights/twitter-spaces/
 
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CMS Changes to ACA Plan Switching Process

 
The Friday Five for August 2, 2024:
Target Denim Take Back Event
New Maps and Waze Updates from Google
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle Now Available
FOMC July 2024 Meeting
CMS Changes to ACA Plan Switching Process 
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Target Denim Take Back Event:
Garlin, Shannon. “Target Announces a Limited-Time Denim Trade-in Program - How to Save.” TODAY.Com, TODAY, 29 July 2024, www.today.com/shop/target-denim-take-back-event-savings-rcna164033.
“Target Announces First Official Denim Take Back Event, Offering 20% off New Styles in Exchange for Previously-Worn Denim.” Target, Target, 29 July 2024, corporate.target.com/press/release/2024/07/target-announces-first-official-denim-take-back-event,-offering-20-off-new-styles-in-exchange-for-p.
Bregel, Sarah. “Target Will Give You Coupons If You Swap Your Old Jeans for Its Own Denim Styles.” FastCompany.Com, Fast Company, 29 July 2024, www.fastcompany.com/91164305/target-back-to-school-shopping-coupons-discounts-sales-denim-trade-in.
 
New Maps and Waze Updates from Google:
Shakir, Umar. “Google Maps Is Getting Even More like Waze.” The Verge, The Verge, 31 July 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/7/31/24209969/google-maps-destination-guidance-waze-camera-events.
Sorrentino, Mike. “Google Maps, Waze Make It Easier to Report Crashes, Cameras and Slowdowns.” CNET, CNET, 31 July 2024, www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-maps-waze-make-it-easier-to-report-crashes-cameras-and-slowdowns/.
Fielding, Sarah. “Google Maps Will Show You Where to Enter Your Destination.” Engadget, Engadget, 31 July 2024, www.engadget.com/google-maps-will-show-you-where-to-enter-your-destination-130021496.html.
Li, Abner. “New Google Maps Incident Reporting Comes to Mobile & Android Auto, Waze Gets Lockscreen Navigation.” 9to5Google, 9to5Google, 31 July 2024, 9to5google.com/2024/07/31/google-maps-incident-reporting/.
 
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle Now Available:
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Disney+, Disney+, www.disneyplus.com/welcome/disney-hulu-max-bundle. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Hulu, Hulu, www.hulu.com/disney-hulu-max-bundle. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Max Help Center, Max, help.max.com/us/Answer/Detail/000002578. Accessed 31 July 2024.
Manfredi, Lucas. “How to Change Your Plan to the Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle as an Existing Subscriber.” TheWrap, The Wrap, 25 July 2024, www.thewrap.com/disney-hulu-max-bundle-how-to-change-plan/.
Weatherbed, Jess. “The Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max Streaming Bundle Is Now Available.” The Verge, The Verge, 25 July 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/7/25/24205865/disney-plus-hulu-max-streaming-bundle-price-availability.
 
FOMC July 2024 Meeting:
“Consumer Price Index - June 2024.” Bls.Gov, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11 July 2024, www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf.
Cox, Jeff. “Fed Holds Rates Steady and Notes Progress on Inflation.” CNBC, CNBC, 31 July 2024, www.cnbc.com/2024/07/31/fed-rate-decision-july-2024.html.
Curran, Enda. “Fed Meeting Today: Live Analysis on Interest Rates, Powell Speech.” Edited by Michael Arnold and Chris Anstey, Bloomberg.Com, Bloomberg, 31 July 2024, www.bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2024-07-31/fomc-rate-decision-and-fed-chair-news-conference.
Smialek, Jeanna. “Fed Opens Door to September Rates Cut If Inflation Stays Cool.” The New York Times, The New York Times, 31 July 2024, www.nytimes.com/2024/07/31/business/economy/fed-meeting-interest-rates.html.
Guida, Victoria. “Fed Poised to Cut Rates, Ignoring Trump and GOP Lawmakers.” Politico, Politico, 31 July 2024, www.politico.com/news/2024/07/31/fed-interest-rate-cuts-trump-republican-backlash-00171918.
“Meeting Calendars and Information.” FederalReserve.Gov, The Federal Reserve, www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Personal Income and Outlays, June 2024.” Bea.Gov, Bureau of Economic Analysis, 26 July 2024, www.bea.gov/news/2024/personal-income-and-outlays-june-2024.
 
CMS Changes to ACA Plan Switching Process:
Appleby, Julie. “Biden Administration Tightens Broker Access to Healthcare.Gov to Thwart Rogue Sign-Ups.” Fierce Healthcare, KFF Health News, 22 July 2024, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/biden-administration-tightens-broker-access-healthcaregov-thwart-rogue-sign-ups.
“CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity.” CMS.Gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 12 Apr. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity.
“CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity, Update.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 6 May 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity-update.
“CMS Statement on System Changes to Stop Unauthorized Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 19 July 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-system-changes-stop-unauthorized-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity.
 
Resources:
5 Things About the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240726
Agent's Guide to Phone Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG608
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG606
Events & Webinars for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/events/
Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG607
How Agents Can Protect Clients from Unauthorized ACA Plan Switching: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-agents-can-protect-clients-from-unauthorized-aca-plan-switching/
Marketplace Call Center: 1-800-318-2596
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASDF20240719
Signs It's Time to Expand Your Insurance Portfolio & Make the Move! https://link.chtbl.com/ASG605
 
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Agent Apps | Apps to Create a Dumb Phone

 
Trying to spend less time doom scrolling on your phone? Want to have more time for family, friends, and productivity? Try out these apps for creating a dumb phone that minimizes distractions and keeps you accountable!
 
Blank Spaces: Minimal Launcher:  https://www.blankspaces.app/
minimalist phone: https://www.minimalistphone.com/
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Resources:
App Trends in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA63
Best Practices for Video Calls: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG597
Get Focused with These Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20
Knight School Online Training Resource: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/
The Guide to Making Money Selling Health Insurance FREE eBook: https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/
Stop Doom Scrolling with These Micro-Learning Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA51
 
References:
Koa, Tim. “I Turned My iPhone into a ‘Lite Phone.’” YouTube, YouTube, 29 Apr. 2024, www.youtube.com/watch?v=10iUIoVBRI8  
Garde, Paolo. “My Minimalist iPhone Setup.” YouTube, YouTube, 24 July 2021, www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBzFqWYTT8E
“Phone Screen Time Addiction- New Survey Data & Statistics.” Harmony Healthcare IT, Harmony Healthcare IT, 8 Jan. 2024, www.harmonyhit.com/phone-screen-time-statistics/  
Perez, Sarah. “This Week in Apps: Apple’s iPhone App of the Year Finalists, plus 7 Hidden Gems.” TechCrunch, TechCrunch, 17 Nov. 2023, techcrunch.com/2023/11/17/this-week-in-apps-apples-iphone-app-of-the-year-finalists-plus-7-hidden-gems  
 
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Agent Apps | Augmented Reality Apps

 
There are many creative ways to use augmented reality on your phone! Tina found some apps that are fun for the whole family to explore the 3D world of AR.
 
Stellarium Official Site: https://stellarium-labs.com/
Smash Tanks – AR Board Game: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/smash-tanks-ar-board-game/id1286732547
Angry Birds AR: Isle of Pigs: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/angry-birds-ar-isle-of-pigs/id1456120259
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Resources:
Agent’s Guide to Digital Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG584
Agent’s Guide to Email Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG598
Best Free Writing & Grammar Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA58
Fun With Multiplayer Mobile Games: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA031
Grow With These Plant and Nature Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA30
 
References:
Stellarium Labs. “Stellarium VR on Meta Quest.” Meta, Meta, www.meta.com/experiences/6628847520574290/  Accessed 23 July 2024.
“Telescope Control in Stellarium Mobile Plus.” Stellarium Labs, Stellarium Labs, stellarium-labs.com/telescope-control-in-stellarium-mobile-plus/ Accessed 23 July 2024.
 
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5 Things About the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

 
Join Sarah for a special Friday Five episode all about the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan. Find out what insurance agents need to know – including how to get client-facing marketing materials that detail the Inflation Reduction Act changes coming to Medicare Part D in 2025.
 
Interested in the marketing materials Sarah mentioned during this episode?
Contact our sales team at Ritter Insurance Marketing at https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team
Email the podcast at ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com
Call our hotline and leave a voicemail at 1-717-562-7211
Learn more about MedicareCENTER at https://integrity.com/medicarecenter/
 
Resources:
5 FAQs About the Shop & Enroll Phaseout: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240712
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG606
Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG607
Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20240715
Preparing Clients for the New Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program: https://ritterim.com/blog/preparing-clients-for-the-new-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-program/
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASDF20240719
The Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Determination Changes for 2025 or Beyond: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-medicare-part-d-creditable-coverage-determination-changes-for-2025-or-beyond/
 
References:
“The Biden-Harris Administration Releases Final Part Two Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 16 July 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-releases-final-part-two-guidance-help-people-medicare-prescription-drug
“Biden-Harris Administration Issues Final Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 29 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-issues-final-guidance-help-people-medicare-prescription-drug-coverage
“CMS Issues Additional Guidance on Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-issues-additional-guidance-program-allow-people-medicare-pay-out-pocket-prescription-drug-costs
“CMS Issues Draft Guidance on New Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 21 Aug. 2023, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-issues-draft-guidance-new-program-allow-people-medicare-pay-out-pocket-prescription-drug-costs
“CMS National Training Program Live Events.” CMS National Training Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/live-events Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheets Draft CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program Instructions Fact Sheet.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 31 Jan. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/draft-cy-2025-part-d-redesign-program-instructions-fact-sheet
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-fact-sheet.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part One Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-one-guidance.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part Two Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-two-guidance.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Inflation Reduction Act and Medicare.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/inflation-reduction-act-and-medicare Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Implementation Timeline.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1 July 2024, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-timeline.pdf
Seshamani, Meena. “Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Draft Part Two ...” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-draft-part-two-guidance.pdf  
Seshamani, Meena. “Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Part 1 Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 21 Aug. 2023, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-part-1-guidance.pdf  
 
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Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents

 
Does Facebook fit into your social media strategy? In this episode, we highlight best practices for insurance agents developing their online presence.
 
Download our FREE eBook – Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents
 
Resources:
5 Social Media Trends for Insurance Agents in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240524
Advertising Medicare Through Facebook: https://ritterim.com/blog/advertising-medicare-through-facebook/
Agent Survival Guide Podcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/p/Agent-Survival-Guide-Podcast-100095559792814
TikTok Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG603
 
References:
“Social Media Fact Sheet.” Pew Research Center, Pew Research Center, 31 Jan. 2024, www.pewresearch.org/internet/fact-sheet/social-media/  
“Top Websites Ranking - Most Visited Websites in June 2024.” Similarweb, Similarweb, 1 July 2024, www.similarweb.com/top-websites/
“Most Visited Websites in Worldwide 2024: Open .Trends.” Semrush, Semrush, 1 June 2024, www.semrush.com/trending-websites/global/all
Gottfried, Jeffrey. “Americans’ Social Media Use.” Pew Research Center, Pew Research Center, 31 Jan. 2024, www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/01/31/americans-social-media-use/
Haan, Katherine. “Is Social Media the New Google? Gen Z Turn to Google 25% Less than Gen X When Searching.” Edited by Kiran Aditham, Forbes, Forbes Magazine, 14 June 2024, www.forbes.com/advisor/business/software/social-media-new-google/  
 
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Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024

 
The Friday Five for July 19, 2024:
Target No Longer Accepts Personal Checks
Apple Watch Series 10 Rumors
Why Should Insurance Agents Hold In-Person Seminars?
Asset-Based LTCi vs. Traditional LTCi
Ritter Summits 2024
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Target No Longer Accepts Personal Checks:
Target will stop accepting personal checks: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/target-will-stop-accepting-personal-checks-rcna160702
Target will stop accepting personal checks next week. Are the days of the payment method numbered? https://apnews.com/article/target-stop-accepting-personal-checks-d42d5e5d1f3c9a5f08c1899526c305bb
Target will stop accepting this old-school form of payment: https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/10/business/target-personal-checks/index.html
 
Apple Watch Series 10 Rumors:
Apple May Be Bringing an Ultra-Sized Screen to the Series Watch 10: https://hypebeast.com/2024/7/apple-watch-ultra-screen-series-10-lineup
Apple Watch 10 tipped to get these 3 new features — but blood-pressure sensor faces 'snags': https://mashable.com/article/apple-watch-10-3-features-rumored-blood-pressure-sensor
Report: Apple Watch Series 10 to Offer Larger Screens and Faster Chip, but New Health Features in Trouble: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/07/07/series-10-larger-screens-and-faster-chip/
What’s Next for the Apple Watch: Bigger Screens But a Similar Look: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-07-07/apple-watch-series-10-ultra-3-details-bigger-screens-blood-pressure-challenge-lybjqp0q
 
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024:
Register for Ritter Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/
 
Resources:
App Trends in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA63
Medicare Advantage Emergency-Related SEPs: https://ritterim.com/blog/medicare-advantage-emergency-related-seps/
Medicare Supplement Plan Breakdown for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG604
Prescription Drugs Your Medicare Clients Could See Lower Coinsurances for in 2024: https://ritterim.com/blog/prescription-drugs-your-medicare-clients-could-see-lower-coinsurances-for-in-2024/
Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240705
TikTok Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG603
 
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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 
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Medicare Supplement Plan Breakdown for Agents

 
Finding gaps in your client’s Original Medicare coverage? Make sure your clients are getting the coverage they need by offering Medicare Supplements. Get the 101 breakdown and more in this episode!
 
Understanding Medicare Supplements Knight School - FREE Online Training
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
 
Resources:
A Comprehensive Guide to Medicare Supplement Underwriting FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/med-supp-underwriting-guide/
Finding the Best Medicare Supplement Plan Letter for Your Client: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG480
Getting Started Selling Medicare Supplements: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG497
Knight School Med Supp benefit PDF: https://ritterim.com/downloads/knight-school-medicare-supplement-breakdown.pdf
The Complete Guide on How to Sell Medicare Supplements FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/med-supp-ebook/
 
References:
Compare Medigap Plan Benefits: https://www.medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/medigap/basics/compare-plan-benefits
Get Medigap Basics: https://www.medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/medigap/basics
What’s Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap)? https://www.medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/medigap
 
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

International Podcast Day 2022

 
We're back with more podcast recommendations all in the name of celebrating International Podcast Day 2022! Sarah has updates, recommendations, and a brand-new feature this year. Listen, like, and follow along... we hope you find some new favorites!
 
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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/ and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
 
Podcast Recommendations:
 
Aftershock: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-aftershock-83996090/
Arcadia, CA: https://arcadiacalifornia.lawofnames.com/
Articles of Interest: https://www.radiotopia.fm/podcasts/articles-of-interest
The Beautiful Liar: https://qcodemedia.com/the-beautiful-liar
Bridgewater: https://www.grimandmild.com/bridgewater
From Now: https://qcodemedia.com/from-now
The Midnight Symphony: https://www.themidnightsymphony.com/
Missing Pages: https://thepodglomerate.com/shows/missing-pages/
Normal Gossip: https://defector.com/tag/normal-gossip/
Overleaper: https://www.realm.fm/shows/overleaper
The Polybius Conspiracy: https://www.radiotopia.fm/showcase/the-polybius-conspiracy
Sam Archer Third Grade Detective: https://www.gokidgo.com/samarcher
The Trojan Horse Affair: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/podcasts/trojan-horse-affair.html
X Marks the Spot: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/x-marks-the-spot-the-legend-of-forrest-fenn/id1626203378
Young Ben Franklin: https://gzmshows.com/shows/listing/young-ben-franklin/
 
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Top 5 Podcasts of 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2021/
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References:
 
Bridgewater Season 2 Update from Twitter: https://twitter.com/BridgewaterPod/status/1570019391907004418?s=20&t=YRxCMwOz98h2Txojk_49XA
Podcast Statistics and Data [August 2022]: https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/podcast-statistics
Radiotopia from PRX Announces Forthcoming Series from Acclaimed Indie Podcasters Avery Trufelman, Ian Chillag, and Kaitlin Prest: https://medium.com/prxofficial/radiotopia-from-prx-announces-forthcoming-series-from-acclaimed-indie-podcasters-cd4d42db8447
The Infinite Dial 2022: http://www.edisonresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Infinite-Dial-2022-Webinar-revised.pdf
 

Lessons Learned After 400 Episodes

 
After 400+ episodes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we've learned some things! Rather than keep that knowledge to ourselves, we're sharing it with you... and asking for your stories, too!!!
What’s the best business lesson you ever learned? We want to know!
Email the ASG Podcast or call the hotline at 1-717-562-7211!
 
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Contact the Team at Ritter Insurance Marketing
Register for your FREE RitterIM.com account
Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?
 
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Top 10 Holiday Toys 2021 | The Tuesday Ten

 
Survive holiday toy shopping with Sarah! She's done her research, created the spreadsheets, and compiled her list of must-have toys. Listen to hear her picks for the Top Holiday Toys of 2021.
 
Mentioned in this episode:
 
Baby Alive Lulu Achoo – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Bluey Ultimate Caravan Adventures Caravan Playset – Amazon | Walmart
Chuckle & Roar Pop It! XL – Target
CoComelon Official Deluxe Interactive JJ Doll with Sounds – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Ultimate Learning Bot – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Lego Super Mario Adventures with Luigi Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart
LOL Surprise OMG Movie Magic Studios – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Osmo Math Wizard and the Magical Workshop – Amazon | Target
Pokemon 25th Anniversary Celebrations Elite Trainer Box – Amazon | Walmart
Purse Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Squeakee The Balloon Dino – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Squishmallows – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Star Wars Galactic Snackin' Grogu – Amazon | Target
Tamagotchi Pix – Amazon | Target | Walmart
TeeTurtle The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie – Amazon | Walmart
Vtech KidiZoom PrintCam – Amazon | Target | Walmart
WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder – Amazon | Target | Walmart
WowWee My Squishy Little Dumplings – Amazon | Target | Walmart
 
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Holiday Dinner Survival Guide
 
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International Podcast Day 2021

 
Celebrate International Podcast Day with the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! We ♥ podcasts, so we’re back with another fun episode of podcast recommendations. Sarah shares what she’s been listening to AND what’s coming soon that she’s excited about!
 
Mentioned in this episode:
 
70 Over 70
Bridgewater
Endless Thread
Goodnight, World
Impostors
Nice Try!
Not Past It
Rabbits
The Alarmist
The Atlas Obscura Podcast
The Dropout
The Infinite Dial 2021
The Just Enough Family
Today, Explained
Toxic: The Britney Spears Story
The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel
 
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Top 5 Podcasts of 2020
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Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To
Top 5 Podcasts of 2019
International Podcast Day 2019
Behind the Scenes of the ASG Podcast
 
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Top 10 Holiday Toys 2020 | The Tuesday Ten

 
It’s back! Our official list of 2020’s top 10 holiday toys! We did the research so you don’t have to! Sarah has a thing for research, spreadsheets, and really delights in the finding the perfect gift. Let her help you survive holiday toy shopping!
 
Mentioned in this episode:
 
Blume Rainbow Sparkle Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Hatchimals Pixies Crystal Flyers – Amazon | Target | Walmart
LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Little Live Pets Gotta Go Flamingo – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Surprise Clubhouse – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Na! Na! Na! Ultimate Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart
O.M.G. Remix Fashion Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart
PAW Patrol Dino Patroller – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Present Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Squeakee the Balloon Dog – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Star Wars The Child Animatronic Edition – Amazon | Target
Vtech KidiZoom Creator Cam – Amazon | Target | Walmart
 
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The Agents Survival Guide Podcast Turns 3! Celebrate with us!!!
Three years, more than three hundred episodes published, dozens of rabbit holes explored, and countless cups of coffee consumed. Thanks for sticking with us! Listen for details on our 3rd Birthday Giveaway! 🥳
 
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Dishes to Impress Your Friends: Cariofi Alla Giudia
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Subscription Boxes for Seniors Bring Wellness to Your Doorstep
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Christmas is a holiday with many classic traditions, from the Christmas tree to parties and wassailing. But when you think about it, why do we celebrate that?
 
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2021 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles
CMS recently released their numbers for 2021 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s see how these changes might affect your clients in the coming year.
Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID
You need commissions, but you don’t want to catch, or spread, COVID. Can you compliantly check temperatures or ask health questions in person? Will more carriers allow remote Medicare sales? How can you have a profitable Annual Enrollment Period during the current health crisis?
How to Get Started in Medicare Sales
Starting out as an insurance agent in the Medicare industry can seem daunting. There are many ins and outs of selling Medicare and quite a list of things you need to decide and do.
 
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Top 10 Holiday Toys 2019 | The Tuesday Ten

 
Let us help you survive the holidays! We’ve done all the research (we 💖 research) and we’ve compiled our official list of the top ten holiday toys for 2019. You don’t want to miss this one!
 
Mentioned in this episode:
(In alphabetical order)
Baby Shark Fingerlings– Amazon | Target | Walmart
Baby Shark Hand Puppet – Amazon | Walmart
Barbie Dream Plane – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Blume Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Frozen 2 Singing Elsa Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Frozen 2 Anna and Elsa Doll Set – Amazon | Target
Frozen 2 Ultimate Arendelle Castle Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart  
Hatching Toothless – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Hot Wheels id Smart Track Kit – Amazon | Target
Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Imaginext Transforming Batmobile – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Juno My Baby Elephant – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Amazing Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Glamper – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Winter Disco Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Winter Disco Fluffy Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart
L.O.L. Winter Disco Lils – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Lego Hidden Side Newbury Haunted High School – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Melissa & Doug Slice-and-Bake Wooden Cookie Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Melissa & Doug Turtle Ball Pit – Amazon | Walmart
NERF Fortnite AR-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart
NERF Fortnite Sp-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart
NERF Fortnite Ap-R & Llama Targets – Amazon
Nintendo Switch (HADSKABAA or HADSKAAAA) – Walmart
Nintendo Switch Lite – Amazon | Target | Walmart
PJ Masks PJ Seeker – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Pictionary Air – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Ryan’s World Treasure Safe – Walmart
Scruff-A-Luv Electronic Mystery Plush – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Treasure X Alien Dissection Kit with Slime, Action Figure, and Treasure  – Amazon | Target | Walmart
Treasure X Kings Gold Treasure Tomb – Amazon | Target | Walmart
How to tell if you’re buying the old Nintendo Switch or the new one
 
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2020 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles
CMS just released their numbers for 2020 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s take a look and see how these numbers might affect... (read more)
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