Power Producers Podcast

By: David Carothers
  • Summary

  • We are refining and redefining the sales game. A place where sales professionals can come to learn from other sales professionals and thought leaders who have mastered their craft. Real sales professionals. Real stories. Real results. Are you ready to feel the power?
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Episodes
  • A Producer's Work Never Ends
    Nov 22 2024
    In this special Thanksgiving edition of Power Producers Shoptalk, David Carothers dives into the holiday season's challenges and opportunities. He shares strategies for staying proactive, avoiding complacency, and building a strong foundation for 2025. Reflecting on personal and professional growth, David emphasizes gratitude for the communities and partnerships that drive success. Key Points: Proactive Holiday Planning David stresses using the holiday season to assess goals, build pipelines, and prepare for market changes in 2025. Avoiding False Security Producers must avoid relying on temporary revenue increases and refocus on consistent prospecting. Investing in Relationships David highlights the "relational bank account" and the importance of nurturing connections during soft markets. SMART Goal-Setting Set measurable and actionable goals for 2025 while tracking daily activities to improve sales efficiency. Gratitude and Growth David shares his appreciation for the Power Producers community and his approach to fostering team development. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes
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    18 mins
  • Talk to me Goose with Joe Ems
    Nov 20 2024
    In this episode of Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers spoke with Patrick McBride and Joe Ems from Sembley, a company offering innovative technology designed to simplify the commercial insurance quoting process. Joe explained the origins of Sembley, which was created to address common pain points in the industry, such as the tedious nature of filling out renewal forms and collecting client data. A standout feature discussed was Sembley’s user-friendly interface, affordable pricing, and integrations that improve efficiency. By leveraging custom intake forms, property data imports, and integration options with systems like Hawksoft and NowCerts, Sembley aims to streamline workflows for agencies, reduce back-and-forth with clients, and enable seamless data mapping across various forms. This technology allows agencies to focus on client relationships rather than manual tasks, making it particularly valuable for agents looking to enhance both client service and operational efficiency. Key Highlights: Introduction: David Carothers welcomes Patrick McBride as a guest host for this episode and introduces Joe Ems from Sembley, a tech company offering solutions for streamlining the insurance process. David shares initial skepticism about Sembley's low price point but emphasizes the quality and functionality of the product. Why Sembley?: Sembley stands out for its ease of use, user-friendly interface, and reasonable pricing. Patrick McBride discusses how his agency faced challenges with data ingestion and renewals using other technologies, which Sembley simplified with its integration capabilities and workflow support. Key Features of Sembley: Single Data Entry: Input client data once and map it across multiple forms, saving significant time. Custom Intakes and Forms: The platform supports tailored intake forms that clients can fill out, streamlining the quoting process. Client Portal and Automation: Automation and integration with other CRMs (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) help agencies manage client data more efficiently. Supplemental Applications: Sembley handles various supplementals and continues to add more based on user demand. User Experience: Patrick emphasizes the intuitive design, which makes it easy for agents to input data and for clients to fill out forms. Sembley has custom intake forms and a static link feature that allows agents to streamline the data collection process. Roadmap and Future Integrations: Joe shared upcoming developments, including integrations with NowCerts and HawkSoft, and improvements to property data retrieval. Sembley is also exploring advanced data mapping and potential AI functionalities to enhance automation. Insights on Industry Challenges: The conversation highlights the industry's common struggle with getting clients to complete long applications and forms. Sembley's solution simplifies this process by pre-filling data and allowing for minimal client input on updates or confirmations. Closing Remarks: Sembley offers a discount for listeners who book a demo and use the code "power producers." Both David and Patrick praised Sembley’s practical approach, value for smaller agencies, and how it bridges the gap between tech accessibility and affordability. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Patrick McBride LinkedIn Joseph G. Ems LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Sembley Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes
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    1 hr
  • Two Tricks for Contractors that Stand the Test of Time
    Nov 15 2024
    In this episode of Power Producers Shoptalk, David Carothers breaks down his top strategies for engaging contractors effectively. Drawing from real-world experience, David shares the key questions and approaches he uses to understand contractors’ needs and build trust. He emphasizes the importance of uncovering pain points related to certificates of insurance and audits, providing actionable insights on how producers can leverage these moments to win new business and strengthen client relationships. Key Points: Top Questions for Contractors David recommends asking about the certificate process and past audits to reveal pain points and spark meaningful conversations. Streamlining Certificates He shares how using a self-service certificate portal empowers clients and boosts efficiency. Audit Support David emphasizes attending audits to reassure clients and gain insights that improve service. Anticipating Needs Learning from auditors helps producers identify client needs and adjust strategies. Proactive Financial Planning David advises tracking payroll data to prepare clients for audits and potential adjustments. Managing Surplus Lines He highlights the importance of realistic revenue projections and swing endorsements to prevent financial issues. David concludes that these strategies help producers win business and deliver exceptional client service in a hard market. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes
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    27 mins

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