The Insurance Dudes

By: The Insurance Dudes: Craig Pretzinger & Jason Feltman
  • Summary

  • New to the high-octane world of insurance agency ownership with The Insurance Dudes© ? Looking for answers on how to make it happen?

    Hosted by industry veterans Jason Feltman and Craig Pretzinger, this podcast is your no-holds-barred guide to dominating the insurance game. With decades of combined experience and a track record of building some of the most successful agencies in the business, Jason and Craig are here to share their hard-won insights and proven strategies.


    You're here just in time for Season 4 of the Insurance Dudes©. Craig and Jason powered through Covid, amassing over $10 million in new annualized auto premium in just a couple years. We were locked down anyway, what else was there to do?

    This power team launched the Insurance Dudes© Podcast back in 2018. Learning bits and pieces of the overall blueprint by simultaneously growing their books and audience, the duo set their eyes from solely growing their own agencies, to an intentional and service-driven mission to help other agents avoid all the costly mistakes it took them to get to where they are now.

    Each week, The Insurance Dudes© tackle the hot topics and challenges facing insurance agents and agency owners. From lead generation and sales scripts to hiring, training, and everything in between, no topic is off-limits and no punches are pulled.


    This isn't your typical dry, technical insurance podcast. Jason and Craig bring a fresh, irreverent approach to the mic, infusing each episode with their signature blend of humor, storytelling, and straight talk.

    They'll make you laugh, they'll make you think, and most importantly, they'll give you the tools and inspiration you need to take your insurance business to the next level.


    So whether you're a seasoned veteran looking to stay sharp or a hungry newcomer ready to make your mark, The Insurance Dudes© Podcast is your essential listen. Tune in each week for actionable advice, insider stories, and a hefty dose of insurance industry reality.

    It's time to strap in, turn up the volume, and join The Insurance Dudes ©
    on the ride of your professional life. Let's sell some policies!


    Keywords: insurance sales, insurance marketing, insurance leads, insurance agency, sales training, sales strategy, insurance industry, entrepreneurship, p&c leads, p&c telemarketer hiring, p&c telefunnel, insurance telefunnel, insurance agent, insurance agency ownership

    © 2024 iDudes, LLC, The Insurance Dudes, Teledudes, Telefunnel™Agency Growth System, Internet Lead Secrets
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Episodes
  • Mastering Cross-Selling with Carson Porter
    Sep 20 2024

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    In this dynamic episode of "The Insurance Dudes," hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with Carson Porter to dive deep into the strategies and insights that can turn insurance agents into formidable sales machines. Carson shares his expertise on cross-selling life insurance to Property and Casualty (PNC) clients, offering valuable pointers on leveraging client data, refining leads, and the importance of persistence.


    Key Topics:

    - Cross-Selling Strategy:

    Carson explains how to effectively use property and casualty data, like mortgage details, to introduce life insurance as mortgage protection, making cross-selling more efficient and lucrative.


    - Optimizing Sales Pitch and Strategy:

    Streamline life insurance application processes by using client surveys and short, relevant add-ons during PNC discussions to save time and boost revenue.


    - Increasing Efficiency and Revenue:

    Learn how selling a $1,200 life insurance policy with minimal effort can double an agent's first-year revenue, providing resources for business growth.


    - Agent Collaboration:

    Discover the benefits of partnering with driven life insurance agents, even part-time or outside the primary carrier's system, to handle leads and sales efficiently.


    - Overcoming Industry Challenges:

    Tackle the bureaucratic and compliance hurdles that come with agent partnerships and incentivize proactive teamwork.


    - Persistence in Lead Follow-Up:

    Jason and Carson emphasize the success of persistent but respectful follow-ups, noting that later contacts often yield the highest retention and close rates.


    - Comparison of Captive vs. Independent Insurance Models:

    Weigh the pros and cons of captive and independent insurance models, emphasizing the need for selective quoting and the benefits of collaboration.


    - Sales and Partnering Strategies:

    Carson shares how partnering with agencies that don’t sell life insurance can increase profitability and retention through efficient marketing strategies.



    Contact Information:

    Follow Carson on social media or reach out via email at carsonp@revagencysyndicate.com.

    Instagram

    LinkedIn

    Facebook

    Website


    Concluding Remarks:

    Join Craig and Jason as they explore the wealth of knowledge shared by Carson Porter on how insurance agents can maximize effectiveness and boost revenue through smart sales strategies and persistent follow-ups. Don’t miss out on these valuable insights that can transform your agency.

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    Support the show

    Hey there! Thank you for listening! We'd be SUPER GRATEFUL for a subscribe!

    And a review over on the Apple Podcasts would be incredible!

    Check out our newsletter, webinar, and some great Internet Lead tactics at The Insurance Dudes Homepage.

    We appreciate you!

    Craig Pretzinger & Jason Feltman
    The Insurance Dudes

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    41 mins
  • What kind of measurable results and ROI have agencies seen from using TeleFunnels?
    Sep 12 2024

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    Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the secret sauce behind building a successful and profitable insurance agency. Join Craig Pretzinger as he recounts his transformative journey with the innovative "telefunnel" system, a unique blend of traditional phone sales and modern lead generation. Discover the struggles and triumphs that led to his agency's explosive growth, the critical role of perseverance, and the incredible ROI proven by millions of data points. Whether you're facing challenges in scaling your agency or simply looking to boost your sales efficiency, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and actionable advice. Don't miss it!

    Grab our newly released book at a discount!
    https://ln.run/02VKz

    The Insurance Dudes Weekly 5-Min Read
    Tips, Tricks, and Wizardry for Everything Your Agency Touches
    Subscribe for a treasure trove of knowledge, and never miss out on a golden nugget again! Our newsletter is the map to the hidden gems of insurance mastery.
    Subscribe Here

    Ready to Unearth the Goldmine of Internet Leads?
    Unlock the Alchemy of Turning Internet Leads into Gold with "Internet Lead Secrets"
    Dive into the strategies that transformed us into Midas of the insurance world, writing over 10mm in annualized auto premium amidst global chaos. Grab your copy before it vanishes!
    Check It Out Before It’s Gone!

    Teledudes Telefunnel™ Agency Growth System
    On-Demand Masterclass: The Treasure Map to Lead Mastery
    Step into our world where leads are never cold, and revenue streams flow like rivers of gold. Register now and discover the X marks the spot of agency growth.
    Register And Dominate!

    Is Your Agency a Sleeping Giant or Just Sleeping?
    FREE Agency Growth Diagnosis with Jonathan Cuevas
    Don’t let your agency be a ship lost at sea. Book your growth call now and let Jonathan, the captain who steered Jason's team to $250k a month, navigate you to the treasure island of your business goals. Get your growth plan, tailored just for you. It's time to wake the giant within.

    Book My Agency Growth Call Now
    Dive into an episode where entertainment and enlightenment collide, and walk away with a toolbox that even Feynman would envy. The Insurance Dudes are on a mission: making the complicated uncomplicated, and having a blast along the way. Are you in? #LEGO

    Support the show

    Hey there! Thank you for listening! We'd be SUPER GRATEFUL for a subscribe!

    And a review over on the Apple Podcasts would be incredible!

    Check out our newsletter, webinar, and some great Internet Lead tactics at The Insurance Dudes Homepage.

    We appreciate you!

    Craig Pretzinger & Jason Feltman
    The Insurance Dudes

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    10 mins
  • Insider Tips for Scaling Insurance Agencies with Telefunnel Mastery | The Insurance Dudes
    Sep 11 2024

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    Craig Pretzinger delves into the intricacies of creating a predictable, consistent, and profitable agency sales machine. Kicking off with a reflection on the importance of strategic investment and the pitfalls of a DIY approach, the episode centers around the transformative power of telefunnels. Craig describes the journey from initial experimentation to the establishment of highly effective sales processes, initially undertaken by Jason Feltman but later optimized through continuous exploration and collaboration.

    The conversation expands into case studies and real-world examples of agencies that have successfully implemented telefunnels, ranging from solo operators to large-scale agencies with over twenty employees. Craig emphasizes the critical role of personal interaction in modern sales processes, highlighting the necessity for clients to feel secure while sharing sensitive information over the phone. He notes that while technology and AI tools like ChatGPT and other language models are evolving, the fundamental aspects of human-driven sales funnels remain crucial.

    Listeners are encouraged to stay ahead of technological advancements and continuously adapt to new tools in the industry. Craig elucidates how hundreds, if not thousands, of agencies have benefited from the telefunnel strategies discussed on the podcast, with many achieving significant scalability. The episode underscores the sense of community among agency owners who share insights and learn from each other’s experiences, fostering continuous growth and innovation.


    Grab our newly released book at a discount!
    https://ln.run/02VKz

    The Insurance Dudes Weekly 5-Min Read
    Tips, Tricks, and Wizardry for Everything Your Agency Touches
    Subscribe for a treasure trove of knowledge, and never miss out on a golden nugget again! Our newsletter is the map to the hidden gems of insurance mastery.
    Subscribe Here

    Ready to Unearth the Goldmine of Internet Leads?
    Unlock the Alchemy of Turning Internet Leads into Gold with "Internet Lead Secrets"
    Dive into the strategies that transformed us into Midas of the insurance world, writing over 10mm in annualized auto premium amidst global chaos. Grab your copy before it vanishes!
    Check It Out Before It’s Gone!

    Teledudes Telefunnel™ Agency Growth System
    On-Demand Masterclass: The Treasure Map to Lead Mastery
    Step into our world where leads are never cold, and revenue streams flow like rivers of gold. Register now and discover the X marks the spot of agency growth.
    Register And Dominate!

    Is Your Agency a Sleeping Giant or Just Sleeping?
    FREE Agency Growth Diagnosis with Jonathan Cuevas
    Don’t let your agency be a ship lost at sea. Book your growth call now and let Jonathan, the captain who steered Jason's team to $250k a month, navigate you to the treasure island of your business goals. Get your growth plan, tailored just for you. It's time to wake the giant within.

    Book My Agency Growth Call Now
    Dive into an episode where entertainment and enlightenment collide, and walk away with a toolbox that even Feynman would envy. The Insurance Dudes are on a mission: making the complicated uncomplicated, and having a blast along the wa

    Support the show

    Hey there! Thank you for listening! We'd be SUPER GRATEFUL for a subscribe!

    And a review over on the Apple Podcasts would be incredible!

    Check out our newsletter, webinar, and some great Internet Lead tactics at The Insurance Dudes Homepage.

    We appreciate you!

    Craig Pretzinger & Jason Feltman
    The Insurance Dudes

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    4 mins

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