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Host DeeAnn Brinton chats with Joanne Trotta to explore how we all process change differently and highlight how we can thrive in today’s’ new world of work. They explore the challenges with adapting to change in this ever-evolving world and how we can use different forms to energy to build up our resilience. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Host DeeAnn Brinton chats with Mike Daicoff, ivari’s VP of IT & Chief Information Officer all about the fascinating topic of AI. They discuss the history of AI, the fast pace of technology, where we are today and some ways that AI could impact the insurance industry. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

In a world where time is a precious resource, mastering productivity is essential for achieving your goals and realizing your potential. Host Nicole Crawford is joined by ivari’s own Manuela Carlin to discuss the psychology of productivity, uncover the key factors that influence your efficiency, and equip you with actionable strategies to supercharge your productivity. To see our full legal discla...

If they can’t understand it, they won’t buy it! Host Nicole Crawford is joined by ivari’s copywriter, Sheryl Greenspan to discuss plain language and why it is so important…especially in the life insurance industry. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Host DeeAnn Brinton speaks with Craig Peppard, ivari’s  VP And Chief Information Security Officer about cybersecurity. They go over how ivari works to stay safe, what some common threats are and how we all can better protect ourselves. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Host Nicole Crawford is joined by ivari Learning Consultant Tara Muir to discuss the power of learning and how anyone can become a lifelong learner. The delve into the importance of learning at every stage of life—both personally and professionally—and how ivari can help you with your learning and development goals. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Let’s face it…we all live busy lives. But it’s so important to slow down, calm your mind and take care of your health and wellbeing. Host Nicole Crawford is joined by ivari’s SVP of Learning & Development (and certified yoga instructor) MJ Macdonald to discuss how to incorporate wellness and yoga into your daily routine and how these practices can help day-to-day in your business.  To see our...

Host Nicole Crawford is joined by Nyima Rose of Social Sherpa. They go over many of the social media questions that Nyima has heard from you—including why its important to be on social media, how to get started, why you should be using paid ads and so much more! To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Host Manuela Carlin is joined by Nyima Rose of Social Sherpa, as well as Nicole Crawford and Stephanie Lim from ivari to discuss digital marketing and why it is important for your business. They go over the basics, including getting started, but dive a bit deeper into setting goals, tracking your success and some trends to be on the lookout for. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivar...

Host Manuela Carlin is joined by Kit Abuan, ivari’s National Sales Manager, Inside Sales to discuss the importance of building relationships. They go over the four elements of building relationships, skills needed to build relationships, the importance of building trust and so much more! To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Teams who display consistent high-performance behaviours experience more success, embrace vulnerability and go the extra mile for each other. Host Manuela Carlin speaks to Michael Cooke about high performing team and how having the skills, knowledge and competencies to coach, rather than lead, can help teams perform at their highest levels. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/...

Host Nicole Crawford speaks with Adam Kulesza, Compliance Consultant to go over Fair Treatment of Customers—what it is, why it’s important and how you can ensure you’re following this very important policy. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Host Nicole Crawford is joined by Brent Lemanski, AVP and Executive Director at LIMRA and LOMA Canada. They discuss the role LIMRA plays in the industry and go a little bit deeper into some recent trends, including the role of the pandemic on insurance sales, some predictions for the future of the industry and so much more. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Organization comes easily to some of us, and others have to work at it. And for others still it probably seems impossible. Guest host Nicole Crawford speaks with Manuela Carlin and Melissa Koll from ivari to discuss some small sustainable tips and tricks to help you get your life and your business organized. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Leadership is much more than a title. Effective leadership involves trust, character, competence and connection, as well as many other important traits. Guest host Manuela Carlin speaks to Michael Cooke about leadership, exploring how you can develop your own personal leadership approach to effectively lead yourself and others during times of change. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit...

Guest host Manuela Carlin chats with Kim Skermer as she takes us through the 5 Pillars and the Intentions in Business, and teaches you how to set your non-negotiables when it comes to achieving your business goals. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Guest host Nicole Crawford chats with Michelle Apollinaro of B&A Financial Group as she shares her insights into how she has built her business and served her clients with her main focus on bringing value to those relationships. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

DeeAnn is joined by ivari’s Learning & Development Consultant Tara Muir to discuss burnout. They help us understand what it is, how to manage it, and offers insights into your own energy levels and real-world strategies to apply in your life.  To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

Listen in as DeeAnn speaks with Marlene Martin, AVP of Inside Sales and Distribution Technology at ivari all about your Associate Sales Directors (ASDs). Get to know Marlene a little bit better as they go over what an ASD does, how they can help you with your business. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

DeeAnn is joined by our Underwriting Consultant Franzi Stephen to discuss two underwriting topics: ratings and hypotheticals. Franzi explains how ratings work, then they go over some of the questions she most often sees. Next they discuss some of the most often seen conditions and will tell you a bit about the RISK that underwriters consider during their assessment. To see our full legal disclaime...

DeeAnn chats with Tara Muir, ivari Learning Consultant, to discuss different communication styles, the importance of recognizing your own style, how to adapt your communication to different situations and what you can do to have effective communication.

DeeAnn is joined by Kim Skermer, Business Development Coach to discuss UVPs—Unique Value Propositions. They dive into what it is, why you should have one, and  how it can benefit your business. To see our full legal disclaimers, please visit ivari.ca/podcast

DeeAnn sits down with world-renowned body language expert Mark Bowden to discuss effective communication in our new hybrid world. Their engaging conversation goes from making a positive first impression, to gaining trust, to being authentic and so much more. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

DeeAnn chats with Tara Muir, ivari Learning Consultant, to discuss the science behind storytelling, as well as a repeatable process to help you build your storytelling skills. Interested in learning more about storytelling? Check out the accompanying ivari presents on demand session.

In this episode, DeeAnn offers 10 simple tips to help you ignite your business potential. These are simple tips that you can get started on today—no matter where you are in your career!