226. Launching an Independent Agency: 5 things I Would Do Differently

Became a Master of the Close: https://masteroftheclose.com My journey with Rogue Risk taught me valuable lessons, which I'm laying bare for anyone looking to chart a similar course. ✅ Join the Insurance Growth Masterclass: https://masterclass.insure ✅ For daily insights and ideas on peak performance: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_hanley/ ✅ Hire me to speak at your next event: https://ryanhanley.com/speaking ** More about this episode ** Navigating the choppy waters of creating and scaling an insurance agency can feel like setting sail on a vast, unpredictable ocean. From the costly expansion pitfalls to the triumphs of strategic growth, I dissect the aspects that can make or break your venture. By sharing the five pivotal insights that shaped my experience, I hope to arm you with the foresight to sail smoothly towards rapid agency growth, avoiding the stormy seas of hasty decisions and uncharted territories. Harnessing technology and fostering a collaborative team spirit are the twin engines that power any insurance agency's journey forward. Reflecting on the integration of systems like HubSpot, I've learned that complexity isn't always the answer—simplicity in technology often steers the ship toward greater efficiency. If I could turn back the clock, bringing a co-founder or an early team member on board from the start would have been a game-changer, ensuring all hands were on deck to focus on growth and client service. As we anchor our discussion in the realm of marketing strategies and client acquisition, it's clear that the right approach can set you leagues apart from the competition. I pull back the curtain on the transformative power of content marketing, one-call-closes, and the overlooked yet critical client onboarding process. By sharing these personal experiences and lessons learned, my mission is to guide you through the often treacherous waters of agency growth, so you're well-equipped to navigate your way to success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -- Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp GoHighLevel: It's time to take your business workflow to the Next Level: https://link.ryanhanley.com/gohighlevel Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective -- Episodes You Might Enjoy: From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. 👉 Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.