The Insurance Guys Podcast

Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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The Insurance Guys podcast is dedicated to agents by agents. Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers discuss all aspects of becoming an insurance agent and give real life examples of their experiences in all aspects of hiring, sales and the day-to-day reality of running your own successful insurance agency.

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The Greatest Strategies for Building a High Net Worth Personal Lines Insurance Agency

In this episode of The Insurance Guys Podcast, hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers welcome Ben Walker of Custom Insurance Solutions and CIS Private Client. Ben shares his remarkable journey from owning a KFC franchise and managing movie theaters to building a thriving high net worth personal lines agency. He opens up about the early churn and burn days of writing any business possible before niching down after buying out his partner, sparked by a visit from a Pure Insurance rep. Listeners will hear practical strategies for marketing to affluent clients through targeted direct mail, understanding their mindset around risk management rather than price, and building deep relationships that win business. Ben also discusses the story behind his book Fortified, his ambitious five year plan to lead nationally while quadrupling premium, and why he values independence over selling the agency. A must listen for agents ready to elevate their high net worth game. Find Fortified on Amazon or by messaging Ben directly.
15 juil.

The Greatest Sales Leadership Secrets to Doubling Insurance Agency Revenue

In this episode, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers welcome fractional sales leader Patrick McClure to share proven strategies for doubling insurance agency revenue. After a light-hearted introduction featuring Bradley’s humorous “Insurance Soup” story, Patrick discusses his journey from Clemson football to building a successful career in insurance. He outlines his effective onboarding process, emphasizes how to run high-impact sales meetings with targeted deal strategy and role-playing, and highlights the transformative value of a fractional sales leader. Packed with practical leadership insights, this conversation delivers actionable tactics for agency growth and sales excellence.
8 juil.

From Paperwork Panic to Policy Perfection: The Insurance Tech That Saves Your Sanity

In this episode of The Insurance Guys Podcast, Scott and Bradley sit down with Seth Zaremba, CEO of B Atomic, to discuss how his innovative platform is revolutionizing insurance agency operations. Seth shares the evolution of Be Atomic and its Service Center, which standardizes core processes, automates routine tasks, and dramatically boosts efficiency. The conversation explores how agencies are reducing manual workloads, increasing CSR capacity, and streamlining endorsements and remarketing through smart automation and data connectivity. Discover a practical hybrid approach that combines AI with human expertise to cut costs and improve agency performance. Seth also outlines how to get started and offers listeners a special promo code for an exclusive F1 experience. Tune in to learn how this technology is helping agents move from paperwork panic to policy perfection.
1 juil.

Back in the Building: What 30 Days Away Reveals About Your Agency

In this unfiltered conversation with Scott Howell, Bradley unpacks the 17 things he found broken in his agency after a month away, introduces the “Client Concierge” role he borrowed from Billy Wagner that’s reshaping how Portal Insurance handles quoting and producer development. Scott brings his own takeaway from the Paradiso Mastermind — a 15-minute weekly employee check-in — and both hosts get real about soft market struggles, summer scheduling with kids, and knowing when to cut your losses on the wrong hire.
24 juin

Underwriting The Gig Economy

In this episode of The Insurance Guys, hosts Scott and Bradley kick things off with some lighthearted Southern banter about accents before welcoming Ryne Ring, Director of Gig Economy and Embedded Products at The Citadel, a program administrator specializing in embedded insurance solutions. The conversation explores the evolving role of AI in insurance, from its potential to cover emerging risks to cautionary tales of agents misusing the technology and losing contracts, while diving deep into embedded insurance models. Ryne shares insights on how these products integrate seamlessly into customer journeys, from popular travel insurance in Japan and innovative jewelry programs like BriteCo’s appraisal tools to master policies covering thousands of gig economy workers on platforms connecting independent contractors for tasks like cleaning or lawn care. The discussion highlights practical opportunities for agents to participate through custom programs for rental equipment, tenant liability, and more, emphasizing benefits like consistency, customization, and stronger client relationships rather than being sidelined. Personal stories add warmth, including Ryne’s college-era diner management adventure, chaotic first days in the industry, and a memorable recruiter lunch at Taco Bell, alongside reflections on the industry’s endless learning curve and the strategic use of AI in HR and hiring. The episode wraps with ways to connect with Ryne on LinkedIn and Twitter, offering valuable takeaways for insurance professionals navigating the gig economy and embedded opportunities.
17 juin

The Al Assistant That Never Sleeps: Transforming the Agency Management System

In this episode of The Insurance Guys Podcast, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers welcome Michael Lebor and Kayden Stephens from Momentum AMP to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming agency management systems. The conversation traces the evolution of Momentum from its early days as NowCerts through its development into a fully integrated, conversational platform designed to be keyboard free. Guests explore the inevitability of AI in insurance, its role as a superpower for agents, and practical applications such as natural language automation workflows and the advanced AI agent known as Momentum Claw. They also cover carrier adoption of AI, the acquisition of TrustedChoice.com for enhanced digital market access and referrals, and an open agnostic approach that integrates with any tool to benefit agents. The episode includes a live demonstration of an AI voice assistant handling complex policy questions in real time, offering actionable insights for professionals ready to embrace the future of insurance technology.
10 juin

The Greatest Challenges Facing High-Risk Insurance Markets and Agent Classification

In this episode of The Insurance Guys, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers dive into the greatest challenges facing high-risk insurance markets and the complexities of agent classification. Scott kicks things off with a humorous take on insuring strip clubs under a fictional Death Machine Insurance agency built for high-hazard risks, sharing an insightful anecdote about the Las Vegas strip club business model where dancers pay a nightly door fee to work. The conversation then turns serious as Scott recounts his agency's frustrating experiences with 1099 independent contractors in the property and casualty space and why that model often falls short. Bradley breaks down the IRS guidelines for determining 1099 status through behavioral control, financial control, and the type of relationship, while Scott shares how his attempt to revise contractor terms resulted in an immediate departure. The hosts also critique a Vanderbilt University study alleging widespread insurance overcharging, voice concerns about potential federal interference in P&C insurance, and highlight the massive costs of carrier advertising. Responding to a listener question, they address the legal boundaries for using unlicensed virtual assistants in an agency and strongly recommend consulting the state's Department of Insurance or a compliance law firm to ensure full clarity and avoid regulatory pitfalls.
4 juin

Breaking the Insurance Agent Mold: Leading with EQ to Win the Long Game

In this insightful episode of The Insurance Guys Podcast, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers sit down with Kasey D’Amato to explore how emotional intelligence (EQ) is becoming a game-changing leadership skill in the insurance industry. Rather than focusing solely on traditional sales tactics, this conversation dives deep into building scalable businesses, leading with emotional intelligence, navigating difficult conversations, and creating high-performing, trust-based team cultures. Whether you’re a solo producer or running a growing agency, this episode offers practical strategies for playing the long game in insurance.

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The Insurance Guys podcast is dedicated to agents by agents. Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers discuss all aspects of becoming an insurance agent and give real life examples of their experiences in all aspects of hiring, sales and the day-to-day reality of running your own successful insurance agency.

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Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers
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2017 - 2026
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