Insure Your Success

What separates successful entrepreneurs from everyone else? In this episode of the Insure Your Success Podcast, entrepreneur and agency owner Ortez Wells shares the 9 success principles that have guided his entrepreneurial journey over the last decade. These principles were learned through personal experience, mentorship, and timeless success books such as Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill and...

What if the smallest coin in your pocket carried one of the biggest lessons in entrepreneurship? In this episode of the Insure Your Success Podcast, I share my personal “penny story” — a journey through difficult seasons where saving pennies helped me buy gas, eat, and survive while building toward something bigger. Many successful entrepreneurs have a season nobody sees. A season of sacrifice, st...

What does it REALLY take to succeed as an entrepreneur? In this powerful episode of the Insure Your Success Podcast, Ortez Wells sits down with longtime friend, business partner, entrepreneur, and insurance professional Coach Bruce Rouse to discuss the REAL journey behind entrepreneurship, leadership, insurance sales, and building generational wealth. From growing up in North Philadelphia… to losi...

Are you stuck in "hustle mode"? In this episode of the Insure Your Success Podcast , Artez sits down with his mentor, author, and industry titan Brandon Clay , to discuss the exact systems that helped Artez’s agency clear $916,000 in gross revenue . Brandon shares his 32-year journey—from processing 2 million claims to becoming the Chief Brand and Industry Officer for EnrollHere . We dive deep int...

This episode is the follow-up to How It All Started . In this episode, I share my current journey as an entrepreneur — what this phase of business looks like, the lessons I’m learning now, and how entrepreneurship continues to evolve over time. From humble beginnings to building a business, every season requires a new mindset, new growth, and new leadership. If you are building something meaningfu...

Every entrepreneur has a beginning. This is mine. Long before I owned an insurance agency… before the business, the leadership, the success, and the lessons that came with it… I was just a young boy trying to make a little money after church. At 10 years old , I started selling my grandmother’s pies and pralines . For every one I sold, she gave me a quarter . Back then, I had no idea what she was...

In this episode of Insure Your Success, I share my experience attending MedicareCon—a powerful event designed for insurance agents looking to grow and scale their Medicare businesses. For years, I avoided conferences like this due to watered-down content and sales-driven agendas. But this event changed my perspective. You'll learn: ✅ Why being in the right room matters more than just attendin...

As an entrepreneur, growth isn’t just about working harder but working smarter. One of the most effective ways to level up your business and income is by attending industry events, conferences, and networking meetups. Yet, many professionals overlook the power of stepping away from daily operations to focus on personal and professional development. www.ortezwells.com

What makes a successful entrepreneur? It’s NOT about where you come from, your age, or your background. After 25 years as a full-time entrepreneur and learning from some of the best in the game, I’ve discovered that success comes down to three key traits: 💥  Burning Desire  – The drive to change your situation. 👀  Vision  – A clear picture of where you’re headed. 🚀  Action Plan  – The willingne...

In this episode of Insure Your Success for Entrepreneurs , we dive into cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset. We always hear that success starts in the mind, but what does that mean? Join us as we explore three key elements to build a mindset that drives growth, resilience, and success in any venture. www.ortezwells.com

Welcome to the very first episode of my podcast! Today, I’m sharing my journey as an entrepreneur—how I got started and what inspired me along the way. This episode is unscripted and unfiltered, so bear with me for any filler words like "um"—you know how it goes! I’m excited for us to grow together on this entrepreneurial journey. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to share this with others! w...

Why Don't We Feel Empowered? Despite the potential for empowerment, many of us struggle to feel empowered in our daily lives. Here are some common barriers: Lack of Education : Without the necessary knowledge and skills, it’s challenging to make informed decisions and take decisive action. Lack of Resources : Resources, including financial, physical, and informational, are critical in enabling...

Definition: What one intends to do or bring about an aim or plan  Root Word Meaning: Comes from the Latin word “Interdere” which means to stretch or purpose. Ortez Definition: Your intentions are your thoughts. That brings about an action to achieve a purpose. “Our intentions create our reality” Wayne Dyer How do our intentions create our reality: Our thoughts  Our actions Our outcomes How can  ou...

Definition: One who works or studies excessively Root meaning: steady, hard, and tedious work Ortez Definition: In order for you to attain any type of success. You must be willing to work hard. Remain steady through all difficulties and obstacles. What does it mean when hearing a person say I’m grinding: They possess a burning desire to achieve something great. They have a vision of where they see...

Definition: The ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom. Root Word Meaning: Vis (Latin) which means someone's ability to see. Ortez Definition: To imagine and plan what the future outcome will be. “Where there is no vision. There is no hope.” George Washington Carver What causes us to lose our vision: Weak Faith Obstacles Failure’s How Do We Gain Vision: A burning desi...

On this weekly motivational word podcast. We will taking a look at the word RESULTS. All results has consequences good or bad. RESULTS is what matters in all areas of our life. What that being said lets take a look at this word RESULTS. To see what it means and how you can acheive more success and the things you desire.  Website: https://www.ortezwells.com  Facebook: https://www.instagra...

Definition: Something that stirs up feelings of great enthusiasm. Root Definition: Comes from the Latin word exciten. Which means to move, stir up or instigate. Ortez Definition: Something that stirs a person up and gets them to move. With energy, passion, and enthusiasm. When a person starts to talk about their dreams, it's as if something bubbles up from within. Their eyes brighten, their face g...

WIN Definition: To be successful or victorious. In a contest or conflict. Root meaning: Comes from the Old English word winnan. Which means to labor, toil, struggle strive, fight and conquer. Ortez Definition: To conquer your inner self conflicts. Which will make you victorious at this game called life. “ Everyone has the will to win. But very few have the will to prepare to win” Vince Lombardi Wh...

Definition: A mental attitude or fixed state of mind. Root Word Meaning: A way of thinking Ortez Definition: The way you think about a particular thing based on your attitude. “ The mind has a powerful way of attracting things that are in harmony with it, good and bad .”  Idowu Koyenikan What is the cause of a bad mindset: Your environment Our experiences The circle of people you are around L...

Definition:   A center of activity, attraction, or attention Root Word: Originally the word focus was defined as a fireplace. Which is the base on the chimney. Ortez Definition: It is the foundation or base that requires your complete attention and effort. To achieve desired needs, wants and goals. Achieve self-mastery over your thoughts, and constantly direct them toward your goals and objec...

Definition: The action of helping or doing work for someone. Root Word Definition:  To minister, give aid or help, duty, devotion. Ortez Definition: Be devoted take action and working to assist those looking for help. Wealth Principal: Q+Q=C “The quality of service plus the quantity of service equal compensation” Dr. Dennis Kimbro What is the cause of bad service: Put money over people No pro...

Definition: Activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result. Root Word Definition: To labor or do. Ortez Definition: Activity that will produce results. Key Words: Activity Effort Achieve Purpose Results Do "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard" Tim Notke Why People Don’t Want To Work: No Desire Excuse Driven Always Getting Ready Complain a...

Definition: Movement and activity. Obtain by forceful action. Root meaning: Hustle comes from the Dutch word “ husselen” Which means to shake or toss. Ortez's definition: To obtain a goal by taking action. In order to make something shake. Characteristics of a true hustler: You’re unconcerned about what could go wrong. You are willing to take the risk. Not afraid of failure You're insanely dedicat...

MOTIVATION Definition: The general desire or willingness of someone to do something. Root Word: Motive which means the reason for a particular action. Ortez Definition: A burning desire which causes an action. “A burning desire is the starting point of all achievement” Napoleon Hill In order to stay motivated, you must first have a burning desire. Which will cause you to take action. Why do we str...

Confidence Definition: Faith or belief that one will act in a right, proper, or effective way The root Word Comes from the Latin word   confidentia which means "firmly trusting, bold," Ortez Definition: To have faith and a firm belief in yourself. Be bold and trust in your ability. “The development of self-confidence starts with the elimination of this demon called fear” Napoleon Hill What ar...