Join us in this exciting episode as Ryan joins Michael McCormick and Taylor Dobbie, the founders of Insurance Soup, one of the most successful insurance Facebook groups who have demonstrated their ability to give back to the industry as a whole in massive ways. They founded Soup Live, Career Insurance Agents (CIA), and several other insurance-specific solutions designed to help captive and independent insurance agents. Check Out Insurance Soup Live 2024 To contact Ryan, email him at Rreynolds@GrimesInsurance.com ..read more

Join Ryan as he sits down in this heartfelt and sober exchange with Stephen Turnbull of T5 Insurance out of Clinton, NY. Stephen describes leaving a 101-year-old family agency for the discomfort of starting a scratch agency. While he is only 17 months in, and despite the hard market he has encountered, Stephen has committed himself to being involved in and leading his community by serving others. To contact Ryan, email him at Rreynolds@GrimesInsurance.com ..read more

In this episode, Ryan introduces Nicholas Ayers, Chief Marketing Officer at Better Agency and an expert in the independent insurance industry's technological advancements. They discuss the evolution of technology in the space and its impact on agency owners, staff, and operations. Nick's influence can be seen in companies like Vertafore and Hawksoft and smaller companies that adopt his approach.  Nicholas emphasizes embracing technology for independent agency owners to stay competitive. Unlike captive agents with support in these areas, independent agents must take charge of technolo ..read more

In our latest episode of The Insurance Leaders, we sat down with the incredible Patrick McBride of The McBride Agency in Dixon, IL, and WOW, what a story! Patrick made a daring leap, leaving his secure role as a captive agent with Farmers Insurance to chart his path as an independent agency owner. But here's the twist - 18 months later, after not taking a paycheck for 12 months, he was battling one of the most challenging insurance markets ever! Yet, Patrick's relentless focus on his clients and his innovative approach with human-optimized technology have set him apart and fueled his remarkabl ..read more

Get ready for an electrifying podcast episode! Join us as we sit down with the dynamic James Jenkins, the driving force behind RiskWell in McKinney, TX. In this thrilling yet very different episode, we dive deep into a variety of riveting topics, including James's brand-new book, "Leaving Captivity." You won't want to miss the passion and expertise he brings to help agents conquer the industry's toughest challenges. But that's not all! We also uncover the transformative power of therapy in James's personal and professional journey. This episode is a rollercoaster of inspiration and valuable in ..read more

Join Ryan Reynolds as he sits down with Anson Ross Thompson of The Thompson Group. In this engaging episode, Anson takes us on a jounry through his distinctive business approach, his innovative company culture and his unique marketing stragegies. Anson along wtih his wife, Jenny, own the thriving agency that opperates in 27 states with locations in two. Learn about their dynamic partnership and their committment to excellence. Anson shares his secrets to successfuly managing an almost entirely remote team. Discover how he not only embraces the remote culture but also leverages it as a powerful ..read more

Get ready for an electrifying episode of mental health mastery! Join your host, Ryan Reynolds, as he teams up with the brilliant Dr. Tom Kimball, PH.D., LMFT, to delve deep into the world of mental well-being. In this dynamic discussion, we're about to unearth the secrets to managing your mental health amid these challenging times. Key Highlights: Elevating Mental Health: Dr. Kimball opens our eyes to the vital importance of mental health, especially in the current landscape. Discover practical advice that will convince you why prioritizing your mental well-being has never been more crucial. I ..read more

Join Ryan and Tony Merwin as they discuss Tony's path to success in the Medicare Insurance space. Tony began his career going door to door and now is operating a successful Medicare agency. Tony talks about his success in running Facebook marketing ads and discusses how often he has started his agency over. Enjoy the show! To contact Ryan, email him at Rreynolds@GrimesInsurance.com ..read more

Join Carey and Ryan as they discuss agency finances, the M&A space, and teaching kids financial matters. Carey provides incredible insights for an agency trying to get their agency finances in order and the essential financial aspects agents need to get stable to thrive. We tackle the M&A space, how to find deals, and the critical aspects of determining if an agency is right for you to purchase. To contact Ryan, email him at Rreynolds@GrimesInsurance.com   ..read more

Are you looking to improve the quality of the conversations you and your team are having with prospects? Risk Advisor might be your solution. David Watson, Founder of RiskAdvisor, joins us to discuss how vital these intake conversations are and how Risk Advisor helps you capture the data and seamlessly integrate it into your CRM or management system. Plus, we discuss David's involvement in 101 Weston Labs and how that is helping him and Risk Advisor provide a better product to more insurance agents and producers. Discover A RiskAdvisor Demo >>> Supercharged intake forms for your perso ..read more