The Insurance Dudes: Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman

The Insurance Dudes©

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Real talk - we ran our agencies blind for YEARS. No idea what our contact rates were, our quote-rates, our close rates. We were just grinding, blaming the leads when things didn't work. Sound familiar? Here's what changed everything for us: we started tracking the right metrics: leading metrics. Simple, but game-changing. Once we could see our funnel, we 5x'd our production without working more hours. Now we help hundreds of agents do the same - track the right KPIs, optimize what's broken, and finally take control. If we can do it, so can you. This is The Insurance Dudes©.

Author

The Insurance Dudes: Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman

Category

Business

Podcast website

blog.theidudes.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Heart and Hustle of Insurance Agency Success with Jorge Carbonell PART 2 06.03.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Imagine navigating the tumultuous sea of insurance sales with the savvy of an industry veteran. That's exactly what unfolds when we join forces with George Carbina, an insurance agency owner who's mastered the art of adaptability. Our lively discussion takes you through the twists and turns of leading a team, innovating in the face of constant change, and the personal resilienc...

The Heart and Hustle of Insurance Agency Success with Jorge Carbonell PART 1 04.03.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Imagine navigating the tumultuous sea of insurance sales with the savvy of an industry veteran. That's exactly what unfolds when we join forces with George Carbina, an insurance agency owner who's mastered the art of adaptability. Our lively discussion takes you through the twists and turns of leading a team, innovating in the face of constant change, and the personal resilienc...

How To Avoid The Highest Cost In Your Insurance Agency | Insurance Agency Playbook 26.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! The Insurance Dudes are on a mission to find the best insurance agentsaround the country to find out how they are creating some of the top agencies. But they do not stop there, they also bring professionals from other industries for insights that can help agents take their agencies to the next level. The Insurance Dudes focus on your agency’s four pillars: Hiring, Training, Mar...

P&C Sales Success Found Somewhere Weird? 23.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Unlock the full potential of your sales team as we take you through a powerhouse discussion on shattering sales records and the clever tactics that keep our team hungry for success. Together with my co-host, Jason Feldman, we dissect the unparalleled achievements of our team, spotlighting the standout performer who's on the brink of smashing through the $50k ceiling. We lay out...

Why Insurance Sales Problems Are Not Sales Problems | Insurance Agency Playbook 19.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Welcome back to another heart-to-heart insurance conversation with the Idudes! This time they talk about how struggling with insurance sales is not solely a sales problem. They discuss how even the worst salesperson, when following a solid process, can yield comparable results to a top performer. The duo emphasizes the importance of focusing on the entire process, from generati...

Insurance Narratives, Laughter, and Story-Telling with Larry Nisenson! PART 2 14.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Welcome back to another power-packed and witty episode of the Insurance Podcast! Our terrific hosts sit down with Larry Nisenson, an insurance professional hailing from Princeton, New Jersey, to discuss his captivating story leading to a deep discussion about long-term care insurance. As the conversation unfolds, Larry reveals his transition from a retail salesperson to a role...

Insurance Narratives, Laughter, and Story-Telling with Larry Nisenson! PART 1 12.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Welcome back to another power-packed and witty episode of the Insurance Podcast! Our terrific hosts sit down with Larry Nisenson, an insurance professional hailing from Princeton, New Jersey, to discuss his captivating story leading to a deep discussion about long-term care insurance. As the conversation unfolds, Larry reveals his transition from a retail salesperson to a role...

Navigating AI, Human Synergy, and Insurance with Kian Gohar PART 2 07.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Join the Idudes and Kian Gohar for an informative yet engaging episode that takes you on a journey of exploring the pivotal role of effective communication with AI in the ever-evolving technological landscape. The hosts and their guest, emphasize the significance of honing human-centric skills like problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and curiosity, stressing that the futur...

Navigating AI, Human Synergy, and Insurance with Kian Gohar PART 1 05.02.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Join the Idudes and Kian Gohar for an informative yet engaging episode that takes you on a journey of exploring the pivotal role of effective communication with AI in the ever-evolving technological landscape. The hosts and their guest, emphasize the significance of honing human-centric skills like problem-solving, emotional intelligence, and curiosity, stressing that the futur...

Culture! 31.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Craig and Jason sit down for an exciting coffee talk yet again! And this time they delve into the crucial topic of building a positive culture within an insurance agency for the new year. The hosts provide three key elements that contribute to fostering a thriving agency culture. First on their list is the importance of defining core values, and the second element is the missio...

Why This Insurance Agent Doesn’t Know How To Turn On A Computer! 29.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Another spectacular episode of coffee talk with the Idudes! As they dive into the story of how Craig got inspired by a fellow industry expert, Bill Eggert! The conversation delves into the importance of effectively forming control, leveraging time, and investing in personal and business growth. The discussion also touches upon the changing landscape of technology in the insuran...

From Fungi to Flavor: The Mushroom Coffee Company's Unique Story PART 2 24.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! In this exciting podcast episode, we delve into the world of Mushroom Coffee with Alejandro and Laura. Alejandro takes us on the journey from the company's inception in December to its mission of creating a community for health-conscious individuals. The collaboration with NFL legend Fred Taylor adds a fascinating twist to the story, emphasizing the complex process of selecting...

From Fungi to Flavor: The Mushroom Coffee Company's Unique Story PART 1 22.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! In this exciting podcast episode, we delve into the world of Mushroom Coffee with Alejandro and Laura. Alejandro takes us on the journey from the company's inception in December to its mission of creating a community for health-conscious individuals. The collaboration with NFL legend Fred Taylor adds a fascinating twist to the story, emphasizing the complex process of selecting...

Dax Cornelius on Insurance, Connectivity, and Digital Transformations PART 2 17.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Join the Idudes as they interview the remarkable Dax Cornelius, who shares his journey from being a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot to founding Bastion Agency USA which is nothing short of a compelling narrative that is filled with lessons about connectivity and relevance in this digital age! The conversation delves into the transformative impact of the pandemic on individuals and...

Dax Cornelius on Insurance, Connectivity, and Digital Transformations PART 1 15.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Join the Idudes as they interview the remarkable Dax Cornelius, who shares his journey from being a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot to founding Bastion Agency USA which is nothing short of a compelling narrative that is filled with lessons about connectivity and relevance in this digital age! The conversation delves into the transformative impact of the pandemic on individuals and...

Remote Agents VS In Office Agents 10.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! Join Jason Feltman as he delves into the ongoing debate of remote agents versus in-office agents within the insurance industry. Feltman passionately argues that both remote and in-office setups can work effectively. He acknowledges the vibrant energy and team synergy generated in an office environment, where successes are celebrated in real-time. Taking a bold step, Jason revea...

Why Insurance Agency Bonuses DON'T Work 08.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message!📻 Tune in for a short yet captivating playbook episode with Jason Feltman as he guides his listeners to build up motivation in their agents! Learn the art of retaining the motivation within your agency by incentivizing their hard work in the best possible way. If you are an agency owner and you are looking for the perfect strategy to increase healthy competition and motivation...

Insights from the Frontlines: Stacey Brown's Take on Insurance and Tech PART 2 03.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! The Idudes sit with the Insurance and tech leader, Stacey Brown for a conversation filled with insights into the insurance industry landscape! Stacey talks about “InsurTech Hartford” one of the industry’s most successful InsurTech ecosystems, through InsurTech Hartford, Stacey has created a global network of industry leaders within carriers, brokers, startups, and investors. Th...

Insights from the Frontlines: Stacey Brown's Take on Insurance and Tech PART 1 01.01.2024

Shoot Us A Message! The Idudes sit with the Insurance and tech leader, Stacey Brown for a conversation filled with insights into the insurance industry landscape! Stacey talks about “InsurTech Hartford” one of the industry’s most successful InsurTech ecosystems, through InsurTech Hartford, Stacey has created a global network of industry leaders within carriers, brokers, startups, and investors. Th...

Changing Workplace Perspectives and Strategies With Eric Yaverbaum! PART 2 27.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Podcast, this time the hosts get a chance to interview the amazing Eric Yaverbaum, an established author and CEO of Ericho Communications. The conversation revolves around the changing landscape and adaptability of workplace practices with quite the emphasis on fluidity around remote and hybrid working modes. Eric dives deep as h...

Changing Workplace Perspectives and Strategies With Eric Yaverbaum! PART 1 20.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! Welcome back to another episode of The Insurance Podcast, this time the hosts get a chance to interview the amazing Eric Yaverbaum, an established author and CEO of Ericho Communications. The conversation revolves around the changing landscape and adaptability of workplace practices with quite the emphasis on fluidity around remote and hybrid working modes. Eric dives deep as h...

Challenge, Change, and Continuous Innovation: A Conversation with Jeremy Utley PART 2 18.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! Insurance dudes sit down with Jeremy Utley, one of the world's leading experts in innovation and co-author of "Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters,” to have a thought-provoking conversation! Challenging the conventional concept of innovation, Jeremy talks about how innovation can be cultivated continuously. Bringing the idea of “disruptive innovation” into the limel...

Challenge, Change, and Continuous Innovation: A Conversation with Jeremy Utley PART 1 13.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! Insurance dudes sit down with Jeremy Utley, one of the world's leading experts in innovation and co-author of "Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters,” to have a thought-provoking conversation! Challenging the conventional concept of innovation, Jeremy talks about how innovation can be cultivated continuously. Bringing the idea of “disruptive innovation” into the limel...

Insurance, Coaching, And ADHD with Antonia Bowring! PART 2 11.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! The Insurance Dudes are back with another exciting episode and this time, their guest, Antonia Bowring, is an executive coach, strategic facilitator, and a one-time standup comedian. So best believe this episode will have you laughing but also learning! The conversation starts with Antonia going into details regarding her coaching career, and some core rules regarding coaching...

Insurance, Coaching, And ADHD with Antonia Bowring! PART 1 06.12.2023

Shoot Us A Message! The Insurance Dudes are back with another exciting episode and this time, their guest, Antonia Bowring, is an executive coach, strategic facilitator, and a one-time standup comedian. So best believe this episode will have you laughing but also learning! The conversation starts with Antonia going into details regarding her coaching career, and some core rules regarding coaching...

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