The Digital Insurance Agent

Copywriting is one of the most powerful marketing tools available to insurance agents. Whether you're selling property and casualty policies, life insurance, or Medicare plans, the right words can transform prospects into clients. But here's the challenge: insurance products can be complex, and consumers are naturally cautious about making important financial decisions. That's why mastering insurance copywriting is e...

📈 Struggling to convert prospects? Your existing clients are your secret weapon.
In this free training, Carl Willis (CEO of Agent Branding & Marketing) reveals the exact 5-step framework insurance agents use to turn satisfied clients into case studies that sell 24/7—without spending a dime on ads.

⏰ TIMESTAMPS & KEY TAKEAWAYS:
0:00 - Introduction: Why Social Proof Selling Works
3:38 - The Psychology Be...

Productivity is the lifeblood of any successful insurance agency. When your office runs efficiently, you gain more time for clients, close more policies, and grow revenue—all without burning out your team. But in an industry where you're juggling client communication, policy management, compliance requirements, and business development, how do you maximize productivity without working around the clock?

In this episode of The Di...

In an industry built on trust, your ability to connect with people is your most valuable asset. While digital marketing tools are essential, the timeless art of networking remains the foundation for long-term success in the insurance business.

In this episode of The Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, we explore why networking isn't just a growth tactic—it's the cornerstone of building lasting client relationships and sustain...

Tired of chasing cold leads and relying on outdated marketing tactics? In this episode, we dive into 6 innovative lead magnet strategies that insurance agents can use to consistently attract, engage, and convert ideal prospects. Whether you're an independent or captive agent, these ideas will help you establish authority, build trust, and keep your pipeline full.

👉 Learn how to use risk assessments, webinars, case st...

Discover how AI tools can transform your insurance agency with proven automation workflows that save hours every week. In this comprehensive guide, insurance marketing expert Carl Willis reveals the exact AI tech stack used by top-performing agents to automate lead follow-ups, streamline client communication, and boost closing rates.

🔥 AI Tools Covered:

• ChatGPT & Claude for email automation and client communication
• Zapier for...

Want to attract better leads, craft smarter campaigns, and close more policies? It all starts with understanding your market. In this episode, we reveal the top market research strategies every insurance agent needs to know. Learn how to gather real insights about your audience, assess your competitors, and use data to grow your agency with confidence — not guesswork.

You'll discover:
✅ The most effective market r...

Struggling to get local insurance leads? Your Google Business Profile might be the missing piece. In this episode, we break down how insurance agents—both independent and captive—can fully optimize their Google Business Profile to boost visibility, credibility, and client acquisition.

You’ll learn:

• Why Google Business is your digital storefront
• How to structure your profile to land in Google’s Local 3-Pack
• Best ...

In this powerful episode of the Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, Adi Soozin shares the secrets behind building an indestructible winner’s mindset — a critical edge for insurance agents, entrepreneurs, and high performers in today’s fast-paced digital world.

🎙️ Hosted by Carl Willis, this conversation dives deep into Adi’s journey — from breaking marketing records with Apple to building elite networks across Fortune 500 co...

In this episode of the Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, host Carl Willis sits down with AI strategist and trainer Marnie Wills for a masterclass in integrating AI into your insurance agency operations. From creating your own second brain with AI assistants to reframing AI as amplified intelligence—not artificial—this conversation is packed with actionable insights for business owners ready to leverage AI for real growth.

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In this episode of the Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, host Carl Willis interviews Barton Henderson, Esq.—a licensed attorney turned serial entrepreneur. Discover how Bart went from law school side hustles to building a 7-figure business that landed on the Inc. 5000 list.

You'll learn how Bart leveraged systems, minimized overhead, and avoided “headache businesses” by embracing automation, partnerships, and culture-d...

In this powerful episode of the Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, host Carl Willis sits down with Mitchell Weisburgh, entrepreneur, educator, and author of Mindshifting, to uncover the invisible mental ceilings that keep insurance agency owners stuck in survival mode. Mitchell breaks down the five survival brain responses, explains how to tap into your prefrontal cortex, and shares practical, neuroscience-backed strategies to help i...

In this episode of the Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, host Carl Willis sits down with Mike Jesowshek, CPA, tax strategist and host of the Small Business Tax Savings Podcast, to unpack the most overlooked yet powerful tax planning strategies for insurance agents and entrepreneurs.

From choosing the right business entity to leveraging pre-tax spending, hiring your kids, and forming a board—even as a solo agent—Mike shares ...

Discover how to leverage video marketing to grow your insurance agency by selling before the first conversation even begins. In this exclusive webinar, Carl Willis, CEO of Agent Branding & Marketing (ABM), shares powerful strategies for using short-form videos to pre-position yourself as the trusted expert in your niche.

You’ll learn:

• Why video builds emotional engagement and trust
• How to simplify complex insurance t...

Discover how to turn client reviews into a lead-generating machine in this powerful webinar hosted by Carl Willis of Agent Branding & Marketing. Learn proven strategies to gather impactful reviews, boost local SEO, build emotional trust, and maximize your agency's online footprint. Whether you're an independent P&C agent, captive agent, Medicare specialist, or life insurance agent, this training will show you how ...

Are you an insurance agent struggling to stay visible in the evolving world of search? Discover how the transition from traditional SEO to Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is reshaping the digital landscape—and how you can position yourself as the trusted local authority in your community.

In this power-packed webinar, Carl Willis, CEO of Agent Branding & Marketing, explains how AI-powered search engines like Google Ge...

In this powerful episode of The Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, Carl Willis sits down with Michael Allison, founder of The Adversity Academy and Marine Corps veteran, to discuss the hidden challenges insurance agents face as they move from top producers to effective leaders. Discover how emotional intelligence, mental health awareness, and resilience can transform your agency’s culture and performance.

Michael shares acti...

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In this episode of The Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, Carl Willis sits down with Jonathan Mast of Whitebeard Strategies to explore how AI is transforming the way entrepreneurs and small businesses operate in 2025. Discover the mindset shift toward "AI First" thinking, practical use cases like customer service automation, lead qualification, sales support, and content creati...

Are you building an insurance agency that will thrive beyond your own involvement? In this inspiring episode of The Digital Insurance Agent podcast, Carl Willis and Nikki Coner of Packaged to Profit close out their six-part series by discussing how to move from being an insurance producer to becoming the architect of a legacy agency.

Learn how to make strategic decisions with the next decade in mind, empower future leaders...