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EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 19 MIN

470. Is Insurance still a great opportunity? My honest answer

from The Insurance Buzz · host Michael and Courtney Weaver

Summer is the time to train, so Q3 and Q4 aren't a scramble. Your team is leaving money on the table. Let's fix that. For 8 years, Weaver Sales Academy has helped 17,000+ insurance professionals sell more and close better. Ready to level up your team? 👉 BOOK YOUR CALL:  LET'S TALKWatch the full episode on YouTube: HEREWhat's in this episode:In this episode, Michael walks through the two questions he asks every agent before any career decision: what do you want your life to look like, and what do you want your business or career to look like? He explains why expectations from every carrier, captive or independent, will only increase year over year, why agency owners need to understand their compensation plan page by page, and why go-getters willing to go all in will always find opportunity, no matter how the rules change.[00:00] Every opportunity is what you make of it[01:00] Why State Farm agents keep asking this question[02:00] No one can tell you if it's the right opportunity[03:00] What do you want your life to look like[04:00] Why your business has to match your life goals[05:00] The grass is green where you water it[06:00] Expectations only increase, every single year[07:00] You will be asked to sell more, every year[08:00] Are you on board with where the industry is headed[09:00] Agency ownership means all gas, no brakes[10:00] Should you go captive, independent, or shop around[11:00] Ad break: Weaver Sales Academy Summer Sizzle Sale[13:00] If you're staying, know your compensation plan[14:00] Understand your plan page by page and multipliers[17:00] What to do if agency ownership isn't for you[19:00] Are you going to maximize the opportunityAgency 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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Summer is the time to train, so Q3 and Q4 aren't a scramble. Your team is leaving money on the table. Let's fix that. For 8 years, Weaver Sales Academy has helped 17,000+ insurance professionals sell more and close better. Ready to level up your team? 👉 BOOK YOUR CALL: LET'S TALK Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE What's in this episode: In this episode, Michael walks through the two questions he asks every agent before any career decision: what do you want your life to look like...

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