EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 20 MIN
456. Our Honest Take on the State Farm Changes (And Every Carrier Cutting Commissions)
from The Insurance Buzz · host Michael and Courtney Weaver
👉 REGISTER FREE - MAY 28TH, NOON CST - Double Your P&C Close Rate in the Next 30 Days: SAVE MY SEATWatch the full episode on YouTube: WATCH NOWWhat's in this episode:Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down for one of the most honest conversations on The Insurance Buzz yet. The commission cuts are real, the frustration is valid, and Michael Weaver and Courtney Weaver are not here to sugarcoat it. This episode breaks down what the State Farm changes - and every carrier cutting comp right now - actually mean, why the insurance industry has officially gone performance-based, and exactly how agents can make smart, strategic decisions instead of emotional ones.[00:00] The one thing Michael and Courtney want every agent to hear right now[01:00] Why it is okay to be angry, frustrated, and feel like you were lied to[02:00] What Courtney Weaver says about not making decisions out of emotion[03:00] Commission cuts are not new - what every carrier is actually signaling[05:00] Should you stay or should you go? The honest framework for deciding[07:00] If you stay, stay - if you go, go - why half-measures will cost you[08:00] The insurance industry is now performance-based, period[10:00] Business opportunity: what happens when 40 to 50% of agents leave[12:00] Courtney Weaver on becoming the agent - and human - of the future[14:00] Your skillset cannot be taxed, taken, or inflated - own it[16:00] Permission to feel it, then move - what comes next is waiting for you[19:00] Michael Weaver's final word: sit on it, create a plan, then send itAgency Coach AI - BOOK A DEMO Stop guessing. Start closing. 24/7 AI coaching with real-time grading, role-plays, and feedback your producers actually use.TEXT MICHAEL DIRECTLYHave a question or want to talk to Michael directly? It’s really him, not a robot. Text “BUZZ” to (816) 727-7610FREE 7-Day Demo – Weaver Sales AcademyTry it: CLICK HERETools + Free Resources https://www.weaversa.comConnect with Michael OnlineLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsaYouTube: @michaelweavertrainingFacebook: facebook.com/themichaelweaverInstagram: @michaelweaver
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👉 REGISTER FREE - MAY 28TH, NOON CST - Double Your P&C Close Rate in the Next 30 Days: SAVE MY SEAT Watch the full episode on YouTube: WATCH NOW What's in this episode: Michael and Courtney Weaver sit down for one of the most honest conversations on The Insurance Buzz yet. The commission cuts are real, the frustration is valid, and Michael Weaver and Courtney Weaver are not here to sugarcoat it. This episode breaks down what the State Farm changes - and every carrier cutting comp right ...
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