Join Sarah and Tina as they chat about their favorite gifts to give during this festive (and busy!) time of year. Consider this your survival guide for holiday gift-giving! Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Mentioned in this episode: Alter Eco Foods: https://www.alterecofoods.com/ Penzeys Spices: https://www.penzeys.com/ Torchbearer Sauces: https://www.torchbearersauces.com/ Unreal Snacks: https://unrealsnacks...
Dec 13, 2024•41 min
Tina searched all the top lists and poured over user reviews to bring you the top 5 apps of 2024. Listen to find out which apps made the list! Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Partiful: https://partiful.com/ Temu: https://www.temu.com/temu-app.html Slack: https://slack.com/ QuickBooks: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ Monopoly Go: https://www.monopolygo.com/ Resources Apps for Tracking Business Expenses: https:...
Dec 11, 2024•7 min
You made it halfway through the Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment! We’ve got market updates, sales and lead generation tips, and more with special guests Danica Stover and Olivia Williams from Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Under-65 Health Team. Get in touch with the Under-65 Health Team at u65healthsupport@ritterim.com or call 1-800-469-1847. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Resources: ACA Basics – Knight School Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/solid-foundation/aca-basics/1...
Dec 10, 2024•17 min•Ep. 635
This week, join Sarah as she takes a closer look at 5 provisions from the CMS 2026 MA and Part D Proposed Rule. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Best Mobile Group Games! https://pod.fo/e/28b5ed Instagram Basics for Insurance Agents: https://pod.fo/e/28803f The Power of Listening & Laughter: https://pod.fo/e/2870fa References: “Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Adva...
Dec 06, 2024•15 min
Stay entertained with family and friends with these games for large parties! Gogogo! App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gogogo-the-party-game/id1517869671 Gogogo! Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Studiosaurus.Gogogothegame&hl=en_US Jackbox Games Official Website: https://www.jackboxgames.com/games/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Best Video Editing Apps for ...
Dec 04, 2024•6 min
Truth? Sometimes it’s tough to get motivated. Here’s how Sarah gets in the zone when she needs to focus and get stuff done. Questions? Reach out to your Ritter Sales Specialist: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ send us an Email: ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Creating Margin & Taking Back Control of Your Time: https://pod.fo/e/2870fb Eating Frogs & Slaying Dragons: https://pod.fo/e/2870fc Integrity Inspire Podcast: https://integ...
Dec 02, 2024•9 min
Sarah loves Instagram, but does that mean it’s a viable marketing tool for insurance agents? Listen as she evaluates the ‘gram for agent use and learn how you can do the same. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Social Media Trends for Insurance Agents in 2024: https://pod.fo/e/28ab30 Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://pod.fo/e/28ab16 Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents:...
Nov 27, 2024•17 min•Ep. 634
It’s here… our official list of the top 10 holiday toys! Sarah’s done the research, created the spreadsheets, and compiled her list of the must-have toys for 2024. Agent Survival Guide Podcast Toy List 2024: Barbie Mini Barbieland Dolls, Playsets, Vehicles: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart Bitzee Interactive Digital Pet: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart Bluey 3-in-1 Airplane: Amazon | Official Site | Target | Walmart Hatchimals Alive Mystery Hatch: Amazon | Official Site | Targ...
Nov 26, 2024•16 min
How do you take on the workday and keep your cool? Joining Sarah in the studio, Samantha Galeano, Ritter's Human Resources Director, talks about her strategies - active listening, laughter, and caffeine, just not quite in that order. What strategy keeps you motivated? We want to hear about it! Send a message by email to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call us at 1-717-562-7211. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insur...
Nov 25, 2024•18 min
Discover the time management secret that is creating margin. Sarah talks about using this technique to better manage your time, keep a sustainable schedule, and reach your goals. How do you stay motivated? What method works for you? Let us know! Send a message to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call us at 1-717-562-7211. 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...
Nov 25, 2024•13 min
Get ready to put procrastination in its place! Sarah talks about eating frogs and slaying dragons, helping motivate you to organize your to-do list and Get. Stuff. Done. How do you stay motivated? Are you an eat-the-frog type, or does another method work for you? Let us know! Send a message to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com or call us at 1-717-562-7211. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, h...
Nov 25, 2024•5 min
Expand your sales success with these strategies for selling in the ACA market! Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Ways to Generate ACA Leads: https://pod.fo/e/28139a ACA 101: Selling Under-65 Health Insurance: https://pod.fo/e/27a368 Agent Registration: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Building Client Loyalty: More than Just a Plan: https://agentsurvivalguide.podb...
Nov 23, 2024•10 min•Ep. 633
The Friday Five for November 22, 2024: Bluesky Lists & Starter Packs Missing Apple Notes Solution KFF Updated FAQs on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation New Section 1115 Demonstrations for Medicaid & CHIP KFF 2025 Medicare Advantage Spotlight Bluesky Lists & Starter Packs: “Bluesky Start Packs - Bluesky Directory.” Blueskydirectory.Com , Bluesky Directory, blueskydirectory.com/starter-packs/all . Accessed 20 Nov. 2024. Cooper, Gael. “Bluesky Explained: Why This Social Media Network Has ...
Nov 22, 2024•22 min
We asked our HQ staff what their top apps are, listen to this episode to learn their answers! Did your favorite app make the list? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Google Calendar: https://workspace.google.com/intl/en-US/products/calendar/ EveryDollar: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/everydollar?snid=free-tools.budgeting.everydollar-budget-app Giant Food Stores App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/giant-food-stores/id491014869 Giant Food Stores Google Play: https://play.google....
Nov 20, 2024•8 min
Change happens, and this year, there’s been a lot of it. Learn more about why beneficiaries switch plans so you can be the agent to help them. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Tips to Make the Most of AEP: https://ritterim.com/blog/5-tips-to-make-the-most-of-aep/ 2025 Medicare Market Disruption Means Opportunity for Agents: https://ritterim.com/follow-medicare-changes/ Chang...
Nov 18, 2024•8 min•Ep. 632
CMS requires marketing, sales, and enrollment calls between agents and clients to be recorded. If you have questions about these call requirements, this is the episode for you! Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Contact Integrity Support: support@clients.integrity.com FAQs About Third-Party Marketing Organizations (TPMOs) Disclaimers: https://pod.fo/e/28aaf0 Learn more about Med...
Nov 16, 2024•46 min•Ep. 631
The Friday Five for November 15, 2024: FOMC November 2024 Meeting Bluesky, Threads, X App Downloads vs. Site Traffic 2025 Medicare Part A/B Premiums & Deductibles NordPass Top Passwords of 2024 List Halfway Through AEP 2025 Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. FOMC November 2024 Meeting: “Consumer Price Index - October 2024.” Bls.Gov , Bureau of Labor & Statistics, 13 Nov. 2024, www.bls.gov/news.release/p...
Nov 15, 2024•15 min
Get the details on Medicare Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy) in this ASG Podcast explainer. Find out how agents can look up this info for clients, the income limits, and more! Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/7-powerful-practices-for-selling-prescription-drug-plans/ Changes to Medicare in 2025 A...
Nov 14, 2024•13 min
We’re at the midway mark for AEP! It’s time to stop, listen to this episode, and assess if your sales strategy could use some improvements. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Pillars of Integrity ft. Jason Meyers: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGM20230925 7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/7-powerful-practices-for-selling-prescription...
Nov 13, 2024•19 min•Ep. 630
BREAKING: 2025 Medicare Part A and B premium and deductible numbers are out! Get the details on the cost of Medicare for your clients in coverage year 2025. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 2025 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Premiums: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20241004 Apps to Stay Productive This AEP! https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20241106 Changes to Medicare in 2025 A...
Nov 13, 2024•8 min
Discover how you can help veteran clients utilize VA Benefits, Tricare, and Medicare. Press play to learn more about how these benefits work together! Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Affinity Partnerships for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG617 How to Ask Your Current Clients for Referrals: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG623 The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention FREE eBook: htt...
Nov 11, 2024•11 min•Ep. 629
The Friday Five for November 8, 2024: Spotify Custom Cover Art for Playlists Instagram AI “Adult Classifier” Starbucks & Dunkin’ Holiday Drink Menus Streaming Picks for November 2024 KFF 2025 ACA Open Enrollment Report & Tools Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Spotify Custom Cover Art for Playlists: Aurelie.Corinthios@groupsjr.com. “Take Your Spotify Playlists to the Next Level With Custom Cover Art.” ...
Nov 08, 2024•16 min
All clients have different needs, health concerns, and budgets! Learn how to approach budget conversations tactfully to help clients find plans that fit their varying needs. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Ancillary Products at Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://ritterim.com/products/ancillary/ A Review of Integrity's Top Medicare Quoting Tools: https://ritterim.com/blog/a-r...
Nov 07, 2024•10 min
We’re in the middle of the busy season! Check out these task management apps to help keep you on track. Zoho Projects: https://www.zoho.com/projects/ Joplin: https://joplinapp.org/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Affinity Partnerships for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG617 Apps for Tracking Business Expenses: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA67 Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: http...
Nov 06, 2024•5 min
You’re not alone this AEP! The Ritter family is dedicated to help you have the best AEP yet. Discover tips to avoid burnout by working smarter, not harder. Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 3 Insurance Business Tools You Absolutely Can’t Live Without: https://ritterim.com/the-ultimate-agent-resource-list/ Affinit...
Nov 04, 2024•9 min
Retirement doesn't always mean the end of work. Your Medicare client may want or need to go back to work. What then? We talked to Danny Ford about the steps insurance agents should take when their client is considering a return to the workforce. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 10 Tips to Submitting an Error-Free Medicare Enrollment Application: https://ritterim.com/blog/10-ti...
Nov 02, 2024•21 min
The Friday Five for November 1, 2024: CMS Updates Enrollment Process for EDE & DE Platforms WPS Data Breach Leads to Issue of New Medicare Beneficiary Identifiers Student Loan Forgiveness Update Apple AirPods Pro Hearing Tools Launch Apple Intelligence iOS 18.1 Features CMS Updates Enrollment Process for EDE & DE Platforms: “CMS Roundup (October. 18, 2024).” CMS.Gov , Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 18 Oct. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/cms-round-up/cms-roundup-october-18-2024...
Nov 01, 2024•20 min
Prepare for potential CMS secret shoppers! We outline best practices to help agents stay compliant during calls, whether you’re talking to a client, lead, or potential secret shopper. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Common Questions From Secret Shoppers PDF: https://ritterim.com/documents/infographics/common-questions-for-secret-shoppers.pdf FAQs About the Medicare Call Recor...
Oct 30, 2024•10 min•Ep. 628
There’s more than one way to enroll clients into marketplace plans. Learn the advantages of using HealthSherpa as your ACA enrollment platform in this episode! Read the text version The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans FREE eBook Download: https://ritterim.com/aca-ebook/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Myths About Selling ACA Health Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/5...
Oct 29, 2024•11 min•Ep. 627
Your clients may not be aware of extra benefits in select Medicare Advantage plans. Learn about OTC benefits and how you can educate your clients about them. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: How to Ask Your Current Clients for Referrals: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-ask-your-current-clients-for-referrals/ Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Si...
Oct 28, 2024•9 min•Ep. 626
