The Scratch Agency Podcast

Welcome to the latest episode of the Scratch Agency Podcast! Here are the critical moments from this episode: 🕒 0:00 -  Start of Podcast   🕒 2:01 -  The Toughest Thing About Having Kids 🕒 8:32 -  The New Office Space   🕒 13:00 -  Processes and Procedures Are Priceless   🕒 15:44 -  Moving to a New Location 🕒 19:55 -  Finalizing the Agency's Core Values   Join us in this engaging conversat...

New Episode Alert: The Scratch Agency Podcast featuring Abe Gibson from Cover Your SaaS! Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Scratch Agency Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Abe Gibson from Cover Your SaaS for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the insurance industry and his expertise in the world of cyber insurance. Join us as we dive into the fascinating insurance...

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New Podcast Episode #44: Brick by Brick with Derick LaTorre. Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Scratch Agency Podcast ! In this episode, we sit down with a seasoned expert, Derick LaTorre, to dive deep into his journey, insights, and experiences in insurance and entrepreneurship. 🕒 Timestamps: (00:02) - Start of Podcast (02:10) - How did you get into insurance? Derick shares his ins...

Episode 43 of The Scratch Agency Podcast featuring Cameron Pechia is here! Join us as we dive deep into insurance agency success and niche specialization. Timestamps: (0:00) - What it takes to be a successful insurance agent 🏆 (3:16) - How he started his niche agency 🚀 (6:28) - The value of a niche 💼 (11:14) - How to find your niche 🎯 (13:38) - How to get involved on social media 📱 (16:36) -...

New Podcast Episode: Featuring Troy Thompson! Welcome to another exciting episode of the Scratch Agency Podcast! In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting the incredible Troy Thompson. Episode Highlights: (0:00) - Introduction (2:35) - Getting Started in the Insurance World (8:33) - Taking the Leap: Door-Knocking Strategies (11:05) - Succession and Modernization (16:04) - Nurturing a Cultu...

🎉 Welcome back to the Scratch Agency Podcast! 🎉 In this riveting episode, we're joined again by Brett Young, the CEO of Erb & Young. Join hosts Shawn and Stephen as they dive deep into the essence of agency growth, personal evolution, and the pursuit of dreams. Episode Highlights: 1.   What's Your End Goal?   (1:36) 2.   Defining the Why   (4:04)   3.   The Meaning of Your Journey  ...

Welcome to a brand-new episode of The Scratch Agency Podcast! In this enlightening conversation, we sit down with the renowned Flood Guru, Chris Greene, to unravel the intricacies of the flood insurance industry 🌊 Start of the show. (0:01) How did you get into the flood insurance industry? (2:16) The importance of having a referral partner. (8:07) Being more consistent with your blogging. (10:32)...

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Scratch Agency Podcast! Join hosts Stephen Turnbull and Shawn Fitzgerald as they welcome financial expert Colby Allen with Agency-Focus, to the Scratch Agency Podcast. Discover valuable insights on hiring, best practices, budgeting, and more! Subscribe now and tune in to the Scratch Agency Podcast for industry knowledge and success strategies. Start of the podcast. (0:...

In this exciting episode, we sit down with Mike Sharp of Sharp Insurance Agency. (1:53) - Discover Mike's transition from life insurance to property and casualty insurance. (4:16) - Learn how Mike kick-started his property and casualty insurance career and the strategies to secure appointments without NCP. (14:27) - Learn the importance of mentorship in the insurance industry (17:25) - Mike&#3...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 37! Join us for an exciting new podcast episode featuring Ryan Reynolds, the leader of Grimes Insurance Agency. Discover his journey to success and valuable insights on standing out as a buyer. Get an exclusive update on the current state of the business. Tune in now! Time Stamps - Introducing Ryan Reynolds. 0:00 - How did you become a leader of Grimes Insurance....

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 36! Don shares his experiences and valuable insights throughout the episode, shedding light on the realities of starting an agency from scratch and the importance of continuous learning in the ever-changing insurance industry. Discover the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the mindset required to navigate the extreme peaks and valleys of building a...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 35!  In this episode, join Shawn and Stephen as they dive into various aspects of being a scratch agent, including work-life balance, remote work, and insightful industry experiences. Time Stamps Introduction (0:00) Exploring the experiences of being a Scratch Agent (1:59) Understanding that work-life balance varies for each agent (7:31) The importance of being a...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 34! In this exciting episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Kristen H. Martin , President and COO of Utica Mutual Insurance Company . Join us as we dive deep into the insurance world, exploring the value of a strong carrier partnership, gaining insights into the current market landscape, uncovering the qualities that set top insurance agents apart, an...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 33! Get inspired by Tamron Manning as he shares his story of building an insurance agency from the ground up. We discuss our first hires, team building, carrier access, etc. Join us for this exciting journey and learn everything you need to know to get your insurance agency off the ground! Connect with your hosts here. Stephen Turnbull: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 32! Take an inside look into the fantastic agency culture of Erb and Young with Brett Young . In this episode, find out what it takes to build a lasting culture of success! Get a firsthand perspective on how this successful insurance company has developed its culture over the years, and learn how to create an exciting and engaging environment for yourself or your...

Stephen and Shawn discuss how operating an insurance agency is HARD in this episode. During the show, they both open up about the challenges of running an agency and navigating the hard market. We also discuss the highs and lows of owning a business and how to stay afloat despite the hardships. Tune in now and learn how to conquer those tough times! Connect with your hosts here Stephen Turnbull: h...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 30. In this episode Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Cayla Carrillo and Roe Polczynski with Agency CFO by RD Advisory Group. In this episode, Cayla and Roe dive deep into the key metrics that insurance agencies should pay attention to. Learn what you need to know to stay on top of your business performance and ensure your agency is successful....

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 29. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Emmanuel Osuyah from Alpha Direct Agency ! Starting your insurance agency from the ground up can be daunting, but there are ways to set yourself up for a successful venture. This video covers several essential elements of building an insurance agency, including defining and maintaining a sol...

Learn how Jeremy Powers, an experienced insurance agency leader, shapes a thriving workplace culture. Discover his unique approach to leadership and how it creates positive employee engagement that results in remarkable outcomes for the organization. Get inspired by Jeremy's success story and learn the secrets to building a successful corporate culture! Connect with your hosts here Stephen Tur...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 27. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Ryan Hanley from Rogue Risk ! In this episode, we're talking about building Rogue Risk from scratch and much more. Time Stamps 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:27 - Why a Scracth Agency 0:06:42 - What a Human-Optimized Agency Looks Like 0:09:05 - The Certificate Process with Rogue Risk 0:12:02 - Fir...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 26. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Elliot Basset of Ellerbrock-Norris. In this episode, we're talking about Elliot's journey into the business, building a team with purpose, and much more. Get ready for some amazing insights and join the conversation now. Make sure to hit the subscribe button and let us know your thou...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 25. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by David Watson of Risk Advisor . In this episode, we're talking about setting client expectations, how to gather prospects' information, leading with an umbrella, and much more! #thescratchagencypodcast #insurance

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 24. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Michael Cruz from Foresight Insurance! In this episode, we're talking about the hunter mentality, building a scratch agency, and much more. Get ready for some amazing insights and join the conversation now! Timestamps 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:41 - Rejection, Prospecting, and Starting an Agen...

The Scratch Agency Podcast Episode 23. In this episode, Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull are joined by Josh Dott. In this episode, we're talking about building a scratch agency and much more. Get ready for some amazing insights and join the conversation now. Make sure to hit the subscribe button and let us know your thoughts in the comments! #thescratchagencypodcast #insurance