At face value, insurance rate increases aren’t fun for anyone. They can make your clients feel annoyed, angry, or even fearful (“If I can’t afford to pay for this, could I lose everything?”). As an agent, it can also put you in an uncomfortable position. You have to attempt to Read more…
While it’s true that every client is unique, you’ve probably noticed some patterns emerging over time. That’s why it can be helpful to think through your most successful closing moments and create a menu of techniques based on customer types that you can refer to when it’s time to seal Read more…
It’s going to happen at some point—you’re going to lose customers. The reasons can vary widely, from things that are outside your control, like premium increases, to processing errors made by a staff member, or personal gaffes like unintentionally offending someone. While it’s wise to let time pass for any Read more…
Part of being a good insurance agent is picking up clues about your prospects before you get to the closing stage, and adjusting your selling technique to fit their style. Do they speak quickly and interrupt? They may be someone who makes snap decisions. Do they ask a lot of Read more…
In insurance sales, you’re always looking for yes. Would you like to buy some insurance? Yes! Great. Would you like to buy more insurance? Yes! Unfortunately, though, you’re going to face a lot of no. Dealing with objections is an unavoidable aspect of sales. Which means you should prepare for Read more…
Objections. Like insects in summertime, if you’re in insurance sales, you know objections are coming. It’s part of the job, so you may as well have the equivalent of bug spray and citronella candles ready to lessen the frustration when they arrive. The first step to effectively dismantle an objection Read more…
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The top five most common traits among highly successful insurance agents.
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Upselling and cross-selling are two tools that every insurance salesperson should have in their toolbox. Like a wrench and screwdriver, both can be used differently depending on the job you need to get done. And they can sometimes be used together for even greater effect. The two sales techniques are Read more…