As an insurance agent or broker, you know how hectic a typical workday can be. Staying up-to-date with industry trends, working with clients and just keeping things going takes up most of your time. You’re busy enough with being an insurance professional, so how can you be expected to be a marketing pro on top […]
We talked with Jeff Roy, President & CEO of the Excalibur Insurance Group in Canada, about what it takes to thrive as an “insurancepreneur” in 2019 and beyond—his take: Stop selling insurance and start building a brand experience that seamlessly delivers on your clients’ wants, the way they want them. 1. Tech is great… But […]
How many times have we wished for a crystal ball so we could see what the future holds for us? And similarly, how many times have we looked back with regret, chastising ourselves for failing to notice the moment when our world began to change? In a recent episode of the Connected Insurance Podcast, our […]
John Deere tractors and farming machinery have a reputation as being the best in their category. Founded in 1837, the iconic green and yellow brand is instantly recognizable even to those who have never set foot on a farm or a ranch. How did such a functional and perfunctory product earn such a prominent place […]
The grand history of the agent-broker channel rests on one inherent strength that’s built into the system. This is a relationship business. We sell the invisible. Nobody opens up the box and feels it, looks at it, touches it. ‘oohs and aahs’ over it. They barely examine the agreement to review the features. (I can’t […]
We’ve said it before, and we’re going to keep saying it until insurance agents figure it out: social media is an essential part of marketing today. The most effective tactics of yesteryear can no longer be relied on. They’re losing their effectiveness because people’s habits have changed and your audience has migrated. If you want […]
Want to know the latest marketing tricks to grow your agency? I might know them all. Over the years, I created quite a few. But not anymore. Tricks are for kids. I have something better. It makes more money. It saves effort. It’s simple. (Simple does not mean ‘easy’ – but this can be easier […]
How do you know if you need marketing automation for your insurance marketing solution? Is it possible that some agencies or brokerages should not invest in marketing automation? After all, if marketing automation can do these things, why not do it today? Automate workflows, so your team gets more done – and touches more […]
Why do some pieces of content go viral while others are swept under the rug? There’s no one formula for inspirational content, but there are five essential components to address when creating marketing materials that capture your audience’s attention and interest. 1. Will my audience care? You aren’t creating content for yourself. You’re creating it […]
When it comes to where you ought to put your marketing dollars, you, of course, want it to come back to you – in multiples: A few dollars in, lots of dollars out. As your content marketing journey evolves, you’ll test and experiment. You’ll discover hidden marketing gems that work for you. When you start, […]
