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In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about why people should sell value not expenses, and how to effectively represent somebody’s business.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Matt Masiello, the CEO of SIAA. Matt talks about his career in the insurance industry, the services they provide at SIAA and gives a little background about his book entitled, Insurance Agency 4.0.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Stephen Sedlak, CIC, CWCA, the President of Workcompology. Stephen talks about how ADP has helped him and gives a little insight into his book entitled, The Work Comp Control Effect: 7 Steps to Increase Profits Through Your Work Comp Program.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about the significance of being prepared on appointments and asking open-ended questions.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Aaron Gordon, the Vice President of Gordon Companies Insurance Services. Aaron talks about how he became the bridge between old school service and new age technology and his niche focus on the commercial business.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Charles Specht, the President & CEO of ConstructiveRisk.com. Charles talks about understanding the Broker Of Record letter and booking appointments.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck discuss the three old types of sales tactics that are still utilized.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Richard Stein Jr, the Founder and COO of Wellhouse Company. Richard talks about the history of their agency and understanding investment banking.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Brandon Smith, the Managing Partner at Glidewell Investments & Insurance Group. Brandon talks about his knowledge in the insurance industry and the significance of building a good relationship with a client.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about the number one mistake that producers make.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Jeff Roy, the CEO of Excalibur Insurance Group. Jeff discusses everything we need to know about his company and his interest in having a virtual assistant.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interviews Jack Wingate, the Founder and President of ALLCHOICE Insurance. Jack talks about his expertise in automation and the systems they use in the agency.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about telemarketing and the machine that they’re building inside Florida Risk Partners.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Preston Schmidli, Chief Product Officer at Better Agency and the Co-Founder of Good Vibe Squad Marketing. Preston talks about his approach in the insurance industry and what he likes about Better Agency.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Danielle Willetts, the Owner of Little Dog Social Media. Danielle talks about the approach of their company in the insurance world and the significance for companies to have an online presence.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about their experience when dealing with difficult clients.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Patty Lares, the Owner of AA Lares Insurance Services. Patty talks about her career in the insurance industry and what she does to help their community.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Mike Stromsoe, the President at Stromsoe Insurance Agency and the Founder of The Unstoppable Profit Program. Mike talks about his approach in the insurance industry and the programs that they have in the agency.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about projecting the mod and David shares a story about an agency he took.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview James Castell, the Director of Sales and Marketing at Castell Insurance. James talks about his approach in utilizing technology and how the pandemic has made an impact on their agency.
The cyber insurance market has softened in recent years. Requirements that were once rigid — like mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) or endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools — have been relaxed by many carriers. But here’s the danger: just because carriers aren’t demanding these safeguards today doesn’t mean businesses can afford to ignore them.
The insurance industry is entering one of the most transformative seasons in its history. For decades, our world has been shaped by carriers, underwriting cycles, prospecting methods, and the grit of producers willing to outwork their competition. But today, a new force is reshaping the landscape—and most producers, agency leaders, and industry professionals aren’t ready for it.
The commercial insurance world isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s unpredictable, chaotic, and constantly demanding producers to manage competing pressures—client needs, renewal deadlines, life events, prospecting goals, and agency responsibilities. And if you’re a middle-market producer, multiply that by ten.
In the middle market commercial insurance space, the role of the producer has never been more critical—or more misunderstood. Too many producers still view their job as selling policies instead of what it truly is: protecting the assets and livelihoods of the businesses they serve.
The middle market rewards depth, not breadth. Yet many producers still approach it like a volume game, quoting everything that moves, chasing price, and hoping activity turns into production. From the outside, it looks like hustle. From the inside of the underwriting and wholesale world, it looks like noise.
Personal lines has quietly become one of the most competitive segments in the insurance industry. Agencies that once dominated their local markets are now fighting to differentiate themselves against direct writers, digital-first carriers, and large brokers with massive content machines.
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