Short-term health insurance plans, offered by private insurers, cover individuals for a shorter period than the usual year-long coverage period of most major medical plans.

When you became an insurance agent, did you know you were getting more than a sales job? It's true! Agents with strong insurance client retention rates find their role is equal parts sales and customer service.

Successfully establishing your insurance business in a specific geographical area will do wonders for prospect conversion.

Hiring your first insurance agents is one of the most defining decisions you'll make as a new agency owner. If you're debating whether to bring on licensed-only agents (LOAs), you're not alone. Many new uplines wrestle with the same decision.

Having a designated space to work and be productive is essential for independent insurance agents.

There are hundreds of insurance carriers available for contracting across the country, but how do you make the right choice for your business and your clients?

Medicare's star rating system makes it easy for clients to compare plans and make the best decisions for their needs.

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It can happen to anyone in any industry… sometimes we just want to pack up, call it a day, and say "I quit." As tough as things may seem, don't be so quick to give up!

Insurance is built on more than just products and policies. Your mindset plays a key role in how you show up during the slow season or challenging conversations.

They say to make money you need to spend money, and the insurance industry is no different. Many independent insurance agents earn a living, but you need to pay some upfront costs before that can happen.

Social media is a must for modern insurance marketing and to connect with a new client base. Unlike traditional marketing methods, clients now look to social media to find trusted businesses and more.

Within the world of insurance there are fraternal benefit societies. If you're not familiar with these groups, there are untapped benefits for you and your clients that go way beyond insurance coverage and commissions!

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