In this inspiring episode of the Built Simple Podcast, host Adam Brsan sits down with Cesar Rodriguez, a veteran of the Final Expense insurance industry who’s now crushing it with over $600,000 in monthly sales at Senior Life. Cesar shares his journey from a high-flying Wall Street stockbroker to a journeyman agent navigating the challenges of the broker world, where he faced chargebacks, disloyal agents, and the chaos of managing multiple carriers. After years of hopping between companies, Cesar found his home at Senior Life, where simplicity, robust systems, and a focus on serving clients transformed his career.
Discover how Cesar leveraged Senior Life’s streamlined system to scale his agency from $200,000 to $655,000 in just four months, using a disciplined free lead program and a culture of accountability. He opens up about the pitfalls of the broker model, the power of focusing on one carrier, and the leadership principles—transparency, integrity, and loyalty—that drive his success. With a goal to hit $1 million in deposits in under two years, Cesar’s story is a testament to hard work, resilience, and staying focused amidst industry noise. Whether you’re an aspiring agent, a seasoned producer, or simply curious about building a thriving business, this episode is packed with actionable insights on leadership, simplifying your approach, and achieving life-changing results in the Final Expense industry. Tune in to hear Cesar’s strategies, his vision for building leaders, and why he’s all-in with Senior Life.
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
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