Local, Social and Mobile: The world is changing and consumers are demanding to be communicated with differently than before. The first "wave" of Internet marketing was web sites and universal search. Today the consumers are moving to the mobile Internet. 

How many of us? In 2012, over 1 Billion people will use their mobile device as the primary Internet access point. In the not too distant future, there will be more people online with mobile devices than notebooks and desktops. 

We're not sitting still. We're launching three new initiatives to help you ride the "second wave." 

This is a message for Quantum Club Members ONLY. The world in which we live is changing very rapidly, and we want to give you the tools, strategies and mindset to meet that change. So, over the next several weeks, you’ll be getting information about the most total, complete and ABSOLUTE overhaul of Quantum Club we’ve ever done.

This overhaul is so major, we’re calling it Quantum Club 2.0. Many things will be the same, but – MANY new services will be provided. And many new strategies will be delivered to you. One thing we’re releasing prior to the re-launch of QC is a project we call “The Highly Visible Agency”. (NOTE: Our Strategy Call on March 7th will be on this topic, and about the critical need for visual communication in your agency.)

This all hinges on the explosion of a medium known as Infographics. For more details, we encourage you to watch the brief video in this post.

Agency Revolution is thrilled to announce our new partnership with the largest regional association in the country - the PIA of NY, NJ, CT and NH. PIA Management Services CEO Ken Bessette says:  “PIA members recognize that while their industry expertise and local knowledge remains their primary strength, the way their customers expect them to communicate is evolving. This partnership affords our members with an entire customer relationship system they can integrate into their agency workflows to optimize their marketing and online presence; attract and retain customers and monitor the results of their efforts.” Agency Revolution is a proven system that successful agents have used for nearly a decade to attract leads, optimize their web presence, and integrate marketing campaigns that include social media and traditional methods into their everyday work systems. Michael Jans, founder and CEO of Agency Revolution says, “We’re thrilled about this new partnership with the PIA ...

Prediction #9.  Two more to follow shortly.  I'm sure this year will be full o' surprises.  See my previous entries for the "rest of the show."  9. Google changes will affect your search rankings.   Ever wonder why the word "Google" is synonymous with "search?" 

The use of insurance exchanges, wholesalers and program administrators will be on the rise.

The real lesson here for the independent retail agents is NOW is the time to cultivate alternative markets, as your preferred carriers withdraw from programs and/or geographies.  As carriers