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Agent Survival Guide Podcast

Author: Sarah J. Rueppel | Ritter Insurance Marketing

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Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned pro in the Medicare insurance market, the ASG Podcast has got you covered. Learn marketing tips and sales strategies. Receive industry updates on Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and stay compliant. Find out how the FMO Ritter Insurance Marketing can help improve the way you sell insurance. And so much more!

Empowering insurance agents selling Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, ACA, Long and Short-Term Care, Life, Annuities, and Final Expense.

We’ll help you survive today so you can thrive tomorrow!
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Learn all about QR Codes, their uses for marketing, and making life more convenient!   QR & Bar Code Scanner by TeaCapps Playstore: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teacapps.barcodescanner QR & Bar Code Scanner by TeaCapps Apple: https://apps.apple.com/kz/app/qr-code-barcode-scanner/id1048473097   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Agent Apps | Stop Doom Scrolling with These Micro-Learning Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA51 Agent Apps | Professional & Networking Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823 Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos (Cigna Healthcare): https://link.chtbl.com/2024BlakeAmos Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577   References: QR Code Security: What are QR Codes and are they safe to use? https://usa.kaspersky.com/resource-center/definitions/what-is-a-qr-code-how-to-scan/
  Sometimes it takes a village for a business to flourish. Discover ways to market your business with affinity partnerships and community involvement. All that and more in this episode!   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us  ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://link.chtbl.com/2023AlysonSeighman Are Your Medicare Marketing Materials Compliant? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG538 Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG533 Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG552 Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG542 Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Do's and Don’ts: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG574   Ritter Blog – Compliance Section: https://ritterim.com/blog/compliance/ Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG541 Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG540   References: Affinity Marketing Definition: https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/definition/affinity-marketing Complementary Business Definition: https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/complementary-business Medicare Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/managed-care-marketing/medicare-guidelines Medicare Program; Contract Year 2024 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/04/12/2023-07115/medicare-program-contract-year-2024-policy-and-technical-changes-to-the-medicare-advantage-program
The DUALS Act of 2024

The DUALS Act of 2024

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  The Friday Five for March 22, 2024: #FierceMadness EWG’s Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen iPad Update & This Week’s Streaming Pick FOMC March 2024 Meeting The DUALS Act of 2024   What would you rather? Read a story, listen to it, or watch the movie? VOTE HERE!   #FierceMadness: #FierceMadness: Grab a bracket and vote for the most overused buzzword in healthcare! https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/special-reports/fiercemadness-grab-bracket-and-help-us-find-biggest-buzzword-healthcare Fierce Madness Bracket PDF: https://s3.amazonaws.com/publiceditorial.qtxasset.com/Fierce+Madness+Round+1+Bracket.pdf   Environment Working Group’s Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen: 2024′s ‘Dirty Dozen’: The 12 fruits and vegetables with the most pesticides—and tips for enjoying them safely: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/20/dirty-dozen-2024-12-fruits-and-vegetables-with-the-most-pesticides.html Blueberries, strawberries again on the ‘Dirty Dozen’ list: https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/19/health/dirty-dozen-produce-pesticides-2024-wellness/index.html 'Dirty Dozen' Guide Shows 95% of These Fruits and Veggies Tested Positive for Pesticides: https://www.commondreams.org/news/ewg-2024-dirty-dozen-pesticides EWG’s 2024 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™: The Dirty Dozen™ is packed with fungicides that can disrupt human hormones: https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/2024/03/ewgs-2024-shoppers-guide-pesticides-producetm-dirty-dozentm The Clean Fifteen (EWG Official List): https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/clean-fifteen.php The Dirty Dozen (EWG Official List): https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php   RR – iPad Update & This Week's Streaming Pick Apple's iPad Pro could come with a matte display: https://mashable.com/article/apple-ipad-pro-matte-display-rumors Claim of iPad announcement on March 26 ‘not true’ – Gurman: https://9to5mac.com/2024/03/21/ipad-announcement/ Gurman: No iPad Announcement Planned for March 26: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/21/gurman-no-ipad-announcement-march-26/ New iPad Air already shipping to US ahead of launch — and there’s a new size this time around: https://www.tomsguide.com/tablets/ipads/new-ipad-air-already-shipping-to-us-ahead-of-launch-and-theres-a-new-size-this-time-around New iPad Pros and iPad Airs could land on March 26, but one model might be missing: https://www.techradar.com/tablets/ipad/new-ipad-pros-and-ipad-airs-could-land-on-march-26-but-one-model-might-be-missing The Three-Body Problem: The 'unfilmable' Chinese sci-fi novel set to be Netflix's new hit 3 Body Problem: https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20240319-3-body-problem-china-censored-sci-fi-netflix-hit   FOMC March 2024 Meeting: Consumer Price Index (CPI) February 2024: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf  Consumer prices up 3.1 percent from January 2023 to January 2024: https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2024/consumer-prices-up-3-1-percent-from-january-2023-to-january-2024.htm Fed Holds Rates Steady and Projects Three Cuts This Year: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/20/business/fed-meeting-interest-rates.html Federal Open Market Committee 2024 Calendar: https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm Fed meeting recap: Everything Powell said during Wednesday’s market-moving news conference: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/20/fed-meeting-today-live-updates-on-march-fed-rate-decision.html Personal Income and Outlays, January 2024: https://www.bea.gov/news/2024/personal-income-and-outlays-january-2024   The DUALS Act of 2024: Cassidy, Carper, Cornyn, Warner, Scott, Menendez Comprehensive Legislation Improve Care For Patients Jointly Enrolled In Medicare And Medicaid: https://www.cassidy.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cassidy-carper-cornyn-warner-scott-menendez-comprehensive-legislation-improve-care-for-patients-jointly-enrolled-in-medicare-and-medicaid/ Medicare, Medicaid Plans Could Drastically Change: https://www.newsweek.com/duals-act-new-bill-medicare-medicaid-integration-1879855 The Delivering Unified Access to Lifesaving Services Act of 2024: https://www.cassidy.senate.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Duals-Legislation-One-Pager-Final.pdf Vulnerable Americans are stuck in a Medicare-Medicaid maze. Is a fix in sight? https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/14/1238386157/vulnerable-americans-are-stuck-in-a-medicare-medicaid-maze-is-a-fix-in-sight   Resources: Agent’s Guide to Digital Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG584    Agent’s Guide to Traditional Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG583 Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos (Cigna Healthcare): https://link.chtbl.com/2024BlakeAmos   Health Care Provisions in Biden’s 2025 Budget: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240315 How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG582   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ 
  Elevate your business and move into the modern world of digital marketing. We’ve compiled the ultimate guide; listen for best practices, resources, and expert tips!   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Full-Service Digital Marketing Resources: $99 Social: https://www.99dollarsocial.com/ AgentMethods: https://www.agentmethods.com/ ConcierageBee: https://conciergebee.com/ Disruptive Advertising: https://disruptiveadvertising.com/ Firebelly Marketing: https://www.firebellymarketing.com/ Ignite Visibility: https://ignitevisibility.com/ KlientBoost: https://www.klientboost.com/ Lyfe Marketing: https://www.lyfemarketing.com/ ReminderMedia: https://remindermedia.com/ SEO Discovery: https://www.seodiscovery.com/   Self-Service Digital Marketing Resources: Constant Contact: https://www.constantcontact.com/ HostGator : https://www.hostgator.com/ HubSpot: https://www.hubspot.com/ Google Ads: https://ads.google.com/home/ Google Business Profile: https://www.google.com/business/ GoDaddy: https://www.godaddy.com/ MailChimp: https://mailchimp.com/ SocialBee: https://socialbee.com/   Squarespace: https://www.squarespace.com/ Wix: https://www.wix.com/ WordPress: https://wordpress.com/   Freelance Resources: Hubstaff Talent: https://hubstafftalent.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/   Tutorials: How to Create a Facebook Business Page in 7 Steps: https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/how-to-create-a-facebook-business-page-in-7-steps/309107 How to Create a Google Business Profile: https://www.constantcontact.com/blog/how-to-create-a-google-my-business-profile/ How to Set Up and Optimize Google My Business in 5 Minutes: https://blog.hootsuite.com/google-my-business/ How to Use Meta (Facebook) Business Manager: Complete Guide: https://blog.hootsuite.com/facebook-business-manager-guide/   Ritter Resources: 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia’s Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Agent Apps | Apps for Social Media Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52 Agent Apps | Project Management Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA27 Agent Apps | Wix vs. WordPress: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20231011 Four Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG391 Generate Medicare Leads Using Marketing Materials from ShopRitterIM: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG511 How to Keep Social Media Professional and Personal Simultaneously: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG443 Registration Link: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Ritter & ReminderMedia Partnership Offers Agents New Marketing Solutions: https://ritterim.com/blog/ritter-and-remindermedia-partnership-offers-agents-new-marketing-solutions/ Shop & Enroll Information: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/ The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt 2: Keeping in Touch with Clients: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list-pt-2-keeping-in-touch-with-clients/   References: 187 Must Know Digital Marketing Statistics: https://www.demandsage.com/digital-marketing-statistics/ Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-communications-marketing-guidelines-2-9-2022.pdf Online Marketing: The Who, The What, Why, & How of Digital Marketing: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/what-is-digital-marketing Share of those 65 and older who are tech users has grown in the past decade: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2022/01/13/share-of-those-65-and-older-who-are-tech-users-has-grown-in-the-past-decade/ The Ultimate Guide to Content Marketing in 2023: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/content-marketing   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ 
  Learn the ins and outs of traditional marketing insurance agents can use to promote their business. We cover the whole process: types of marketing materials, use cases, and where to source them!   Read text version   Design Resources: 99Designs: https://99designs.com/ Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/    Freelancer: https://www.freelancer.com/ Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/   Print Resources: 4imprint: https://www.4imprint.com/ Carvertise: https://carvertise.com/ FASTSIGNS: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Lead Concepts: https://leadconcepts.com/ MOO: https://www.moo.com/us/ Office Depot Printing Services: https://www.officedepot.com/l/print-and-copy/print-services Printful: https://www.printful.com/ Staples Print & Marketing Services: https://www.staples.com/services/printing/ Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/ Vistaprint: https://www.vistaprint.com/ Wrapify: https://wrapify.com/   Ritter Resources: Four Reasons Why Ritter Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG391 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia’s Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Generate Medicare Leads Using Marketing Materials from ShopRitterIM: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG511 Registration Link: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Ritter & ReminderMedia Partnership Offers Agents New Marketing Solutions: https://ritterim.com/blog/ritter-and-remindermedia-partnership-offers-agents-new-marketing-solutions/ Shop & Enroll Information: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/   ShopRitterIM.com Resources: General: https://shopritterim.com/    Leads: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=leads Pens: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=pens Print Products: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=print   Promotional/Tradeshow Products: https://shopritterim.com/ProductCategory?cat=promo   Specialty Resources: AllOver Media: https://allovermedia.com/ ReminderMedia Branded Magazine Info: https://remindermedia.com/branded-magazines/ Ritter Agents working with ReminderMedia: https://remindermedia.com/ritter-insurance-get-started-today/   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ 
Want your insurance business to thrive in the modern world? Discover ways to implement adaptability in your day to day and watch your business grow.   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.    Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 3 Tips on How to Improve Adaptability in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG546 4 Strategies for Effectively Working with a Team: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG490 How Slowing Down Can Speed Up Innovation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG563 Improve Your Customer Service with this Soft Skill: Negotiation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG536 Shop & Enroll: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/ The Ritter Platform: https://ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/ The Ritter Platform Launches 3 New Tools & Shared Client Records: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-ritter-platform-launches-3-new-tools-and-shared-client-records/ Tips on Dealing with a Difficult Client: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG381 Why Being a Likable Agent Is Good for Your Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433   References: Adaptability in the Workplace: Benefits and Importance: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/adaptability-in-the-workplace Coping strategies to overcome personal and professional challenges: https://community.thriveglobal.com/coping-strategies-personal-professional-challenges/ Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V
  The Friday Five for March 15, 2024: Ritter's Senior Market Symposium Amazon to Deliver LillyDirect Prescriptions Microsoft Teams Consolidating App Versions House Passes Bill that Might Ban TikTok Health Care Provisions in Biden’s 2025 Budget   Should each Friday Five mention be numbered, or can we go numberless? VOTE HERE!   Have feedback for the Agent Survival Guide Podcast team? Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos (Cigna Healthcare): https://link.chtbl.com/2024BlakeAmos Free Webtoon & Comic Book Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA55 Medicare Part D Prescription Payment Plan Updates: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240308 Optimize Client Acquisition by Becoming a Registered Social Security Analyst ft. Tom Drapala: https://link.chtbl.com/2024TomDrapala Talkspace Plans to Enter Medicare Market: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240301   Ritter's Senior Market Symposium: Register for Ritter’s Senior Market Symposium: https://www.ritterim.com/symposium   Amazon to Deliver LillyDirect Prescriptions: Eli Lilly strikes deal with Amazon Pharmacy for home delivery of Zepbound, other drugs: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/eli-lilly-strikes-deal-with-amazon-pharmacy-for-home-delivery-of-zepbound-other-drugs-7cddddcb Eli Lilly strikes drug dispensing deal with Amazon: https://www.ft.com/content/64730a98-7744-4c16-abd3-b1f1e0aa43c7 Eli Lilly teams with Amazon to offer home delivery of its Zepbound weight-loss drug: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/weight-loss-zepbound-eli-lilly-amazon/   Microsoft Teams Consolidating App Versions: Microsoft Teams is finally moving to a single app for personal and work: https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/13/24099723/microsoft-teams-unified-app-personal-work-accounts Microsoft Teams will merge into single app for work and personal: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-teams-will-merge-into-single-app-for-work-and-personal/   House Passes Bill that Might Ban TikTok: House passes bill that could lead to US ban of TikTok: https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/tiktok-ban-bill-house-vote-03-13-24/index.html House Passes Bill to Force TikTok Sale From Chinese Owner or Ban the App: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/13/technology/tiktok-ban-house-vote.html H.R. 7521 the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" Text: https://docs.house.gov/billsthisweek/20240311/HR%207521%20Updated.pdf The House passed a TikTok ban bill. But is the app really a national security threat? https://www.npr.org/2024/03/14/1238435508/tiktok-ban-bill-congress-china   TikTok ban timeline: Congress' yearslong case against ByteDance: https://www.axios.com/2024/03/12/tiktok-ban-explain-why-china-congress   Health Care Provisions in Biden’s 2025 Budget: Biden budget focuses on unfinished health care business: https://www.axios.com/2024/03/12/biden-budget-drug-costs-insurance Breaking down Biden's $7.3T proposed budget for 2025: Here are his top health priorities: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/breaking-down-bidens-2025-proposed-budget-here-are-his-top-health-priorities Budget of the U.S. Government Fiscal Year 2025: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/budget_fy2025.pdf Fact Sheet: The Biden-Harris Administration Urges Congress to Lower Drug Costs for Americans with Commercial Insurance: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/03/11/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-urges-congress-lower-drug-costs-americans-with-commercial-insurance.html FACT SHEET: The President’s Budget Protects and Increases Access to Quality, Affordable Healthcare: https://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/briefing-room/2024/03/11/fact-sheet-the-presidents-budget-protects-and-increases-access-to-quality-affordable-healthcare/ President Biden’s Drug Pricing Policy: State Of The Union Takeaways: https://www.forbes.com/sites/gebai/2024/03/10/president-bidens-drug-pricing-policy-state-of-the-union-says-it-all/?sh=7b0cc7575f7d Remarks of President Joe Biden — State of the Union Address As Prepared for Delivery: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/07/remarks-of-president-joe-biden-state-of-the-union-address-as-prepared-for-delivery-2/ Statement by Secretary Becerra on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/03/11/statement-by-secretary-becerra-on-the-presidents-fiscal-year-2025-budget.html
  Love reading comics? Looking for a new form of entertainment? Whatever the case, Tina found apps where you can read webtoons and comic books for free. Listen to find out more!   Webtoon: https://www.webtoons.com/en/ ComiXology on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/comics-store/home   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Agent Apps | Best Budgeting Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA036 Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577 Stay Organized with the Busy ACA Agent’s Sales Calendar: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG571 The Power of Listening & Laughter | Monday Motivation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230306   References: Difference Between Webtoon Originals and Canvas: https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/canvas-corner/whats-the-difference-between-canvas-and-originals/viewer?title_no=367518&episode_no=12&serviceZone=GLOBAL Does Amazon Prime include ComiXology? Yes, and it comes with one big perk: https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/does-amazon-prime-include-comixology
  Create lasting client relationships with the retention mindset. Learn how as Blake Amos from Cigna Healthcare shares his expertise. In this interview, he explains what client retention is, how to implement retention-focused strategies, and elevating your retention efforts.   Send Client Retention Feedback and Questions to Blake Amos: blake.amos@cignahealthcare.com   Feedback for the Agent Survival Guide Podcast? Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Cigna Healthcare Client Retention Resources*: A Retention Mindset’s Perfectly Timed Follow-up: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/Search?id=122&type=mediaroomasset Broker Resource Guide: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/GlobalActions/RedirectToContentUrl?LearningContentId=5170 Doctors, Drugs, and Dental: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/Search?id=118&type=mediaroomasset Retention Playbook: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/GlobalActions/RedirectToContentUrl?LearningContentId=8068 Why Retention Mindset Sells More: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/Search?id=92&type=mediaroomasset Why Retention Mindset Connects to Supplemental Benefits: https://cignamedicareproducers.com/Portal/Search?id=117&type=mediaroomasset *A Cigna broker login is required to access these resources.   Other Helpful Resources: Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496   FREE DOWNLOAD: The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention: https://ritterim.com/client-retention-guide/ How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG580 Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577   Keys to Client Retention: Face-to-Face Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG578    Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG581      Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ 
  The Friday Five for March 8, 2024: Contract Now Feature Changes for New Agents Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program Updates Medicare Advantage Enrollment Trends Study from Chartis Waze Updates App Features How to Disable X (fka Twitter) Calling Feature   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Info on Ritter’s Tools for Agents: 5 Things About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20230512 Everything You Get With Your Ritter Registration: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG503   FAQs About Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG492 Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/   Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program UPDATES: Biden-Harris Administration Issues Final Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-issues-final-guidance-help-people-medicare-prescription-drug-coverage Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part One Guidance: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-one-guidance.pdf  KFF Poll on Affordability & ACA: Takeaways for Agents (February 23, 2024 Friday Five episode):  https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240223 Timeline: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Implementation: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-timeline.pdf   Medicare Advantage Enrollment Trends Study from Chartis: Chartis: A look at Medicare Advantage enrollment trends in 2024: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/chartis-look-medicare-advantage-enrollment-trends-2024 Mounting headwinds in Medicare Advantage market haven’t stopped growth: https://www.chartis.com/insights/mounting-headwinds-medicare-advantage-market-havent-stopped-growth   Waze Updates App Features: Waze update: 6 new features added to make driving safer, easier: https://mashable.com/article/waze-update-6-new-features   Waze will warn you about speed bumps and sharp curves soon: https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/5/24091139/google-waze-maps-new-alerts-speed-bumps-parking-traffic-circles   How To Disable X (fka Twitter) Calling Feature: A new call feature on X is on by default, and you should probably turn it off: https://appleinsider.com/inside/iphone/tips/a-new-call-feature-on-x-is-on-by-default-and-you-should-probably-turn-it-off How to Make Free Video and Audio Calls on X (Twitter): https://tech.co/news/how-to-make-free-video-audio-calls-x-twitter How to turn off the feature on X that people are freaking out about: https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-turn-off-audio-video-calls-x-twitter-ip-2024-3 Nobody Wants Phone Calls From Twitter. Here's How to Turn Them Off: https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nobody-wants-phone-calls-from-twitter-heres-how-to-turn-them-off/ Twitter Adds Voice And Video Calls: Here's How To Disable It: https://www.slashgear.com/1430439/twitter-how-to-disable-voice-video-calling/  
Download and utilize strategies for client retention in our free eBook. Build a strong foundation of trust and communication with your clients. Satisfied and happy clients will help your business grow!   Download your copy of Ritter’s free eBook – The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention!   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG552 Increase Sales and Productivity with the Busy Medicare Agent's Sales Planner: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG570    Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577 Learning from Lost Medicare Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG576 Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/
  Keep your clients coming back for more! Learn client retention strategies and practical steps to implement when marketing your insurance business.    Read text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: How Client Retention Boosts Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG580 Increase Sales and Productivity with the Busy Medicare Agent’s Sales Planner: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG570   Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577   Keys to Client Retention: Face-to-Face Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG578 Learning From Lost Medicare Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG576 Stay Organized with the Busy ACA Agent's Sales Calendar: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG571   References: 51 customer service statistics you need to know: https://www.zendesk.com/blog/customer-service-statistics/ 70 Customer Retention Statistics for 2024: Loyalty Programs & Strategies: https://financesonline.com/customer-retention-statistics/ 2023: The year of customer service-led growth: https://www.zendesk.com/blog/2022-the-year-of-customer-service-led-growth/ Customer experience: A comprehensive guide for 2024: https://www.zendesk.com/blog/why-companies-should-invest-in-the-customer-experience/ Salesforce Report: Nearly 90% Of Buyers Say Experience a Company Provides Matters as Much as Products or Services: https://www.salesforce.com/news/stories/customer-engagement-research/ Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report 2020: https://d1eipm3vz40hy0.cloudfront.net/pdf/cxtrends/cx-trends-2020-full-report.pdf
Investments aren’t just numbers on a spreadsheet, they can be people too! Discover what clients value in a business and how you can make them feel valued as their insurance agent.   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469 Common Sales Mistakes You Might Be Making (And How to Fix Them) https://link.chtbl.com/ASG483 Guiding Your Clients from the Marketplace to Medicare: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG510 How to Take on an Upset Client in the Insurance Industry: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG567   Improve Your Customer Service with This Soft Skill: Negotiation:  https://link.chtbl.com/ASG536 The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention FREE eBook: https://ritterim.com/client-retention-guide/ Why Being a Likable Agent is Good for Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433   References: 2017 State of Global Customer Service Report: https://info.microsoft.com/rs/157-GQE-382/images/EN-CNTNT-Report-DynService-2017-global-state-customer-service-en-au.pdf 15 Statistics That Should Change The Business World – But Haven’t: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20130604134550-284615-15-statistics-that-should-change-the-business-world-but-haven-t 70 Customer Retention Statistics for 2024: Loyalty Programs & Statistics: https://financesonline.com/customer-retention-statistics/    107 Customers Service Statistics and Facts You Should Ignore: https://www.helpscout.com/75-customer-service-facts-quotes-statistics/ Consumers Want Enhanced Experiences: https://www.propelsoftware.com/lp/what-customers-want Customer Acquisition Vs. Retention Costs – Statistics And Trends: https://www.invespcro.com/blog/customer-acquisition-retention/ Customer Retention Statistics – The Ultimate Collection for Small Business: https://smallbiztrends.com/2023/12/customer-retention-statistics.html Customer Retention Marketing vs. Customer Acquisition Marketing: https://www.outboundengine.com/blog/customer-retention-marketing-vs-customer-acquisition-marketing/ Five Customer Retention Tips for Entrepreneurs: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexlawrence/2012/11/01/five-customer-retention-tips-for-entrepreneurs/?sh=186878cc5e8d    Zendesk Customer Experience Trends Report 2020: https://d1eipm3vz40hy0.cloudfront.net/pdf/cxtrends/cx-trends-2020-full-report.pdf
  The Friday Five for March 1, 2024: Google Maps Glanceable Directions Top Medicare Advantage Carriers Interview with RSSA®’s Tom Drapala Apple Rumor Roundup Talkspace Plans to Enter Medicare Market   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Talkspace To Expand Into Medicare: Earnings call: Talkspace anticipates profitability in 2024 with strong growth: https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/earnings-call-talkspace-anticipates-profitability-in-2024-with-strong-growth-3313596 Talkspace targets strong revenue growth in 2024 as it doubles down on payer, enterprise strategy: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/talkspace-targets-strong-revenue-growth-2024-it-doubles-down-payer-enterprise-strategy Talkspace To Make Long-Held Medicare Expansion a Reality in 2024: https://bhbusiness.com/2024/01/11/talkspace-to-make-long-held-medicare-expansion-a-reality-in-2024/   Google Maps Glanceable Directions: Google Maps: A new time-saving feature is finally here: https://mashable.com/article/google-maps-new-feature-glanceable-directions-rollout Google Maps Finally Rolls Out Glanceable Directions: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/02/28/google-maps-rolls-out-glanceable-directions/ Google Maps' new 'glanceable directions' feature means safer driving with less battery drain: https://www.zdnet.com/article/google-maps-new-glanceable-directions-feature-means-safer-driving-with-less-battery-drain/   Top Medicare Advantage Carriers (by Enrollment): 10 Biggest Medicare Advantage Players: 2024: https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/02/12/10-biggest-medicare-advantage-players-2024/ Payers ranked by Medicare Advantage enrollment in 2024:  https://www.beckerspayer.com/payer/payers-ranked-by-medicare-advantage-enrollment-in-2024.html   Interview with RSSA®’s Tom Drapala: Optimize Client Acquisition by Becoming a Registered Social Security Analyst ft. Tom Drapala: https://link.chtbl.com/2024TomDrapala Registration link (with Ritter discount) for the Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) program: https://rssa.com/ritter/   Turn Social Security Prospects into Medicare Clients: Become a Registered Social Security Analyst: https://ritterim.com/blog/turn-social-security-prospects-into-medicare-clients-become-a-registered-social-security-analyst/   Apple Rumor Roundup: Apple's 2024 iPad Air Lineup: What to Expect: https://www.macrumors.com/guide/2024-ipad-air/ Apple Events 2024: Apple’s event plans: https://www.macworld.com/article/672537/when-is-apples-next-event.html Apple Spring Event: OLED iPad Pro, M3 MacBook Air, new iPhone 15 color, and more rumors: https://bgr.com/tech/apple-spring-event-what-to-expect-ipad-mac-iphone-rumors/ New iPad, MacBook Air, Mac mini: What to expect from a spring Apple event: https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/02/14/new-ipad-macbook-air-mac-mini-what-to-expect-from-a-spring-apple-event Rumor: These are the devices that will support iOS 18 and iPadOS 18: https://9to5mac.com/2024/02/27/ios-18-devices-rumor/
  Combine the power of Social Security knowledge with your Medicare expertise and watch your insurance business flourish! Learn how the Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) certification works and why it’s a great move for agents selling health insurance.   Get started on your Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) Certification!   Read the text version   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Turn Social Security Prospects into Medicare Clients: Become a Registered Social Security Analyst: https://ritterim.com/blog/turn-social-security-prospects-into-medicare-clients-become-a-registered-social-security-analyst/   References: Official Registered Social Security Analysts (RSSA®) Website: https://rssa.com/ Registration link (with Ritter discount) for the Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA®) program: https://rssa.com/ritter/ 
Looking for reliable and trustworthy news apps? Listen to find out what Tina has in store for you!   Register with Ritter to gain Access to The Ritter Platform, Medicare Quote Engine, and More Tools for Insurance Agents: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/    Ground News Official Site: https://ground.news/app Reuters Official Site: https://www.reuters.com/account/register/sign-up/   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: Agent Apps | Apps for Social Media Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52 Agent Apps | Apps to Make Your Small Business More Efficient: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA034 Everything You Get with Your Ritter Registration: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG503 FAQs About Shop & Enroll ft. Jimmy Webber: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG537 Lifelong Learning Online Education Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG482 Why Should Agents Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing? https://link.chtbl.com/ASGWhyRitter   References: Reuters Fact Check: https://www.reuters.com/fact-check/about/ Reuters Fact Check Media Bias: https://www.allsides.com/news-source/reuters-fact-check-media-bias  
  Be a resource for your clients by guiding them through Affordable Care Act subsidies this tax season. Learn which forms are used, deadlines, FAQs, and more in this episode!   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 5 Myths About Selling ACA Health Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG451 7 Ways to Get Involved in Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453 Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG552 FAQs About Selling On-Exchange & Off-Exchange Under-65 Plans: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG436 Learn How to Sell ACA Products During the Off-Season ft. Danica Stover: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG428 Knight School Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/ Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans FREE eBook: https://ritterim.com/aca-ebook/ What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for Your Medicare & ACA Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG463   References: Essential Tax Forms for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/health-care/essential-tax-forms-for-the-affordable-care-act/L7VURKAae Form 8962 - Premium Tax Credit PDF: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f8962.pdf Health coverage tax tool: https://www.healthcare.gov/tax-tool/#/ How to find your Form 1095-A online: https://www.healthcare.gov/downloads/how-to-find-form-1095-a-online.pdf How to pick a health insurance plan: https://www.healthcare.gov/choose-a-plan/plans-categories/ How to reconcile your premium tax credit: https://www.healthcare.gov/taxes-reconciling/ How to use Form 1095-A: https://www.healthcare.gov/tax-form-1095/ IRS Trusted Tax Preparation Partners: https://apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile/browse-all-offers/ Understanding Your Letter 12C: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-letter-12c What Is Affinity Marketing? (With Benefits and Tips) https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/affinity-marketing
  The Friday Five for February 23, 2024: Apple Music Replay Monthly FDA Approves Severe Frostbite Treatment New Audio Features from Samsung Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program KFF Poll on Affordability & ACA: Takeaways for Agents   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 4 Perks of Partnering with an FMO: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG575 A Financial Snapshot of Medicare Beneficiaries in 2023: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240209 Halfway Through Medicaid Unwinding: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240216 Learning from Lost Medicare Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG576 Social Media Marketing Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52   Apple Music Replay Monthly: Apple Music introduces a monthly version of Replay: https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/20/apple-music-introduces-a-monthly-version-of-replay/ Apple Music Reply will recap listening habits monthly: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/20/24078224/apple-music-reply-will-recap-listening-habits-monthly   FDA Approves Severe Frostbite Treatment: FDA approves first treatment for severe frostbite: https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/14/health/iloprost-frostbite-fda/index.html FDA Approves Iloprost for Severe Frostbite: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/fda-approves-iloprost-severe-frostbite-2024a10003cn?form=fpf US FDA approves first treatment for severe frostbite: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-first-treatment-severe-frostbite-2024-02-14/   New Audio Features from Samsung: Samsung details a host of audio upgrades coming to its phones, tablets, and TVs: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/20/24078026/samsung-galaxy-buds-auracast-360-audio-auto-switch-support Samsung is upgrading a bunch of audio capabilities on its phones, tablets and earbuds: https://www.engadget.com/samsung-is-upgrading-a-bunch-of-audio-capabilities-on-its-phones-tablets-and-earbuds-133533584.html   Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program: CMS Issues Additional Guidance on Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-issues-additional-guidance-program-allow-people-medicare-pay-out-pocket-prescription-drug-costs Draft CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program Instructions Fact Sheet: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/draft-cy-2025-part-d-redesign-program-instructions-fact-sheet Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-fact-sheet.pdf   Maximum Monthly Cap on Cost-Sharing Payments Under Prescription Drug Plans: Draft Part One Guidance on Select Topics, Implementation of Section 1860D-2 of the Social Security Act for 2025, and Solicitation of Comments: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-part-1-guidance.pdf Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: Draft Part Two Guidance on Select Topics, Implementation of Section 1860D-2 of the Social Security Act for 2025, and Solicitation of Comments: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-draft-part-two-guidance.pdf Timeline: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Implementation: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-timeline.pdf   KFF Poll on Affordability & ACA: Takeaways for Agents: Boost Your Commissions with a New HI Sales Strategy ft. Harry Rittner & Damon Logan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG494 Cross-Selling Cancer, Heart Attack and Stroke, and Critical Illness Insurance: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/expand-dominate/cross-sell/6/ How to Cross-Sell Insurance: The Advisor Approach: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG409 KFF Health Tracking Poll February 2024: Voters on Two Key Health Care Issues: Affordability and ACA: https://www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/poll-finding/kff-health-tracking-poll-february-2024-voters-on-two-key-health-care-issues-affordability-and-aca/ Questions for our Sales Team? Reach out for answers: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/
  Build strong connections with your clients through effective face-to-face communication. We've got best practices and more in this episode!   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 7 Ways to Get Involved with Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453 Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823 Agent Apps | Apps for Social Media Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA52 Building Client Loyalty: More than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496 How to Take on an Upset Client in the Insurance Industry: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG567 Improve Your Customer Service with this Soft Skill: Negotiation: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG536 Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG577 Senior Speak: Talking to Medicare Clients Age 65 & Older: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG412 Why Being a Likable Agent is Good for Your Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433   References: 6 Benefits of Effective Communication: https://whatsupusana.com/2017/02/benefits-effective-communication/ 13 Powerful Body Language Tips To Instantly Boost Your Confidence: https://liveboldandbloom.com/10/self-confidence/confident-body-language 15 Tips for Effective Communication in Leadership: https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/communication-1-idea-3-facts-5-tips/ Active Listening: https://www.mindtools.com/az4wxv7/active-listening Body Language: https://www.mindtools.com/aejjzul/body-language Is Nonverbal Communication a Numbers Game? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-words/201109/is-nonverbal-communication-a-numbers-game Is ‘Sweetie’ and ‘Dear’ a Hurt for the Elderly? https://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/07/us/07aging.html The Importance of Effective Communication: https://www.stevenson.edu/online/about-us/news/importance-effective-communication/ The Mistakes We Make Communicating with Elders (and How to Fix Them) https://lifehacker.com/the-mistakes-we-make-communicating-with-elders-and-how-1575782036
  Carry your business into modern times by utilizing digital communications to the fullest. Learn how you can create quality interactions via email, phone, and social media.   Read the text version   Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Follow Us on Social!   Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance   Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/    Resources: 5 Basic Care Tips for Your Electronic Devices: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG484 8 Relationship Marketing Strategies for Insurance Agents featuring ReminderMedia’s Luke Acree and Andrew Saksa: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG448 Agent Apps | How AI Chat Bots Can Assist with Marketing & Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230809 Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906 Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG515 Digital Marketing for Insurance Agents: Our Top Tips to Boost Business: https://ritterim.com/blog/digital-marketing-for-insurance-agents-our-top-tips-to-boost-business/ Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Great Insurance Agent? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG326 Empowering Agents Through Technology ft. Aaron Kassover: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG458 How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG305 Ritter Can Help You Stay in Touch with Your Clients: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG488 Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents FREE eBook download: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/ Why Being a Likeable Agent is Good for Your Business: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG433   References: 5 Reasons Why Multitasking Makes You Less Productive: https://www.yourdigitalresource.com/post/youre-less-productive-when-youre-multitasking 11 Free Email Hacks to Step Up Your Productivity: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/email-hacks-productivity 80 Customer Service Statistics: 8 Lessons to Fuel Growth in 2020 and Beyond: https://www.groovehq.com/customer-service-statistics Behind the Sciences: How to Write A Professional Email Fast: https://www.yesware.com/blog/how-to-write-a-professional-email/ Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V Share of those 65 and older who are tech users has grown in the past decade: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2022/01/13/share-of-those-65-and-older-who-are-tech-users-has-grown-in-the-past-decade/ Six Telephone Communication Skills Tips for Customer Service: https://www.skillsyouneed.com/rhubarb/customer-service-telephone-skills.html The Science Behind Answering the Phone with a Smile: https://www.smiledog.io/smiling-on-phone/
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Cookie Cruz

This is good stuff. Thank you.

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