Agent Survival Guide Podcast

Agent Survival Guide Podcast

Bringing insurance agents tips and strategies for making sales, staying compliant, marketing yourself, getting leads, and more! Think of the Agent Survival Guide as your go-to resource for insight, information, and the inspiration needed to take the next step on your journey. Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned pro, the ASG Podcast has got you covered. Empowering insurance agents selling Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, ACA, Long and Short-Term Care, Life, Annuities, and Final Expense.

Episodes

August 21, 2025 10 mins
In this Field Notes episode we’re reviewing Agency Management Systems to automate tasks, distribute leads, and streamline your business.

 

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Agency Management Systems:

AgencyBloc AMS+ AMS360 Hawksoft MedicarePRO NextAgency Radius Agency

 

Resources:

How to Sell Final Expense Insurance...

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Connect with your clients in more than one way. Check out our recommendations for video calling software!

 

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Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Video Communication Resources:

Google Meet Google Workspace

Microsoft Meet

Phone.com

RingCentral

Zoho Webinar

Zoho Meeting

Zoom Webinars

Zoom Workplace

 

Resources:

5 Things From t...

Stay in touch with clients, expand your network, and grow your business with these email communication tools!

 

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Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Email Communication Resources:

AgencyBloc AgentMethods’ AMPlify Canva Constant Contact Google Workspace MailChimp MedicareCENTER Microsoft 365 ReminderMedia Ritter In...

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The best tool to connect with your clients is in your hands! We’ve compiled a list of applications that make compliant communication through the phone a lot easier. Listen to learn more!

 

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Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Phone & VolP Resources:

AgencyBloc Phone.com RingCentral Zoom Phone

 

Call Recording Applica...

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August 15, 2025 13 mins
The Friday Five for August 15, 2025:
  • Threads, Waze, AEP Countdown
  • CMS 2026 Medicare Part D Bid Information
  • Medicare Part B Cost Projections
  • 2026 COLA Estimate
  • CY2026 ACA Premium Rate Filings

 

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🤝Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast!

💌Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voice...

August 13, 2025 7 mins
Hear tips and advice from industry veterans about making sales and connecting with new clients. If you just started in the insurance industry, this episode is for you!

 

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Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Ritter Resources:

How Insurance FMOs Work – FREE eBook Integrity Tools & Resources PlanEnroll – T...

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Go granular with Sarah as we dive deeper into productivity tools to focus specifically on project management solutions. Use these suggestions to organize and scale your workflow!

 

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Project Management Solutions:

Asana

B...

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August 8, 2025 19 mins
The Friday Five for August 8, 2025:
  • Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits
  • Linda Yaccarino Enters Health Industry
  • iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Beta Takeaways
  • New Instagram Features
  • 2025 MA Enrollment Stats & Trends

 

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Linda Yaccarino Enters Health Industry:

“eMed® Population H...

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August 5, 2025 1 min
Ready to expand your business? It might be time to form an insurance agency. Not sure where to start? We’ve got your guide right here!

 

Download a copy of Developing an Agency: Your Guide to Getting Started

 

Partner with Ritter Insurance Marketing to Develop Your Insurance Agency

 

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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, ...

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Your business is growing, and you’ve got new agents excited to get out in the field! In this episode we’ve got tips and strategies for training downline agents. Read the text version

 

Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started

 

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Ritter Blog:

4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch

How to Get...

July 30, 2025 6 mins
We dive into the Affordable Care Act enrollment periods and how to help your clients navigate them!

 

Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Resources:

ACA Basics - Knight School Training

Takeaways From the 2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability CMS Final Rule

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The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Ca...

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Feel like you’re working past your capacity? It may be time to hire an assistant for your insurance business!

 

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Learn more about Ask Integrity

 

Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Resources:

Ask Integrity

FREE eBook Download – The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention

From Chill Mode to Growth Mode ft. Christian ...

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D-SNP integration changes are about to hit year 2 in 2026. What does that mean for the market? Lincoln Lafayette and Anthony Budhar join Sarah to chat about the D-SNP market in 2026 and the opportunities for agents selling dual-eligible special needs plans.

 

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July 25, 2025 11 mins
This week's Friday Five is a mini-explainer on ICHRA: the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement. Learn more about this type of coverage and partnership opportunities for Ritter Insurance Marketing agents to offer it.

 

Have questions about ICHRA or QSEHRA? Send them our way by email ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

 

Resources:

5 Things From the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill

202...

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July 21, 2025 15 mins
Not enough hours in the day? ✋🏼 We've been there! In this episode, we explore problems that can be a time-suck for insurance agents. Our list of solutions could change the game for your business! Read the text version

 

Free Downloads:

Months of Medicare Sales Planner

The Busy ACA Agent’s Sale Calendar

 

Resources:

5 Things From the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill

Field Notes on Digital Marketing Resources

Field Notes on Tradition...

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July 18, 2025 18 mins
The Friday Five for July 18, 2025:
  • Update on Regulation Banning Medical Debt from Credit Reporting
  • Google Announces NotebookLM Featured Notebooks
  • This week in Apple Rumors
  • Threads Usage Up, Meta Testing Facebook Login
  • 2026 Midwest D-SNP Market Opportunity

 

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Are you just starting out in the insurance industry and aren’t sure what path is right for you? In this episode we break down the pros and cons of becoming a captive or independent agent.

 

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Resources:

3 Advantages of Being an Independent Insurance Agent

10 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents

AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification

FAQs About AHIP

FAQs About NABIP Medica...

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