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7 Ways to Overcome the Fear of Rejection: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG547</a>
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&lt;p&gt;FAQs About Shop &amp;amp; Enroll ft. Jimmy Weber: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG537'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG537&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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The Friday Five for April 19, 2024:
<ul><li>Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout</li>
<li>Rebel Moon Part 2 &amp; The Tortured Poets Department</li>
<li>CPI Data for March 2024</li>
<li>Drug Shortage Resource for Agents</li>
<li>ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update</li>
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Vote for your favorite Taylor Swift album in our <a href='https://bit.ly/asgquestion'>ASG Podcast Question of the Week Poll</a>!
 
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us <a href='mailto:ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com'>ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com</a> or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. 
 
Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout:
TikTok Notes is basically Instagram for your TikTok account: <a href='https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html'>https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html</a>
TikTok Notes is the new competitor to Instagram. What is the app and how does it work? <a href='https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/18/tiktok-notes-instagram-competitor-launch-canada-australia-what-is-it-explainer'>https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/18/tiktok-notes-instagram-competitor-launch-canada-australia-what-is-it-explainer</a>
TikTok Notes starts rolling out as a new rival to Instagram: <a href='https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133311/tiktok-notes-photos-text-app-instagram'>https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133311/tiktok-notes-photos-text-app-instagram</a>
 
The Tortured Poets Department:
Apple Music: <a href='https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-tortured-poets-department/1736268193'>https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-tortured-poets-department/1736268193</a>
Spotify: <a href='https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5JeTM9iqdtLFfSFedipKdD?si=6ace8084c0f443c3'>https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5JeTM9iqdtLFfSFedipKdD?si=6ace8084c0f443c3</a>
 
CPI Data for March 2024
Consumer Price Index - March 2024: <a href='https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf'>https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf</a>
Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March 2024 is Projected to Rise 3.4% Yera-Over-Year: <a href='https://insight.factset.com/consumer-price-index-cpi-for-march-2024-is-projected-to-rise-3.4-year-over-year'>https://insight.factset.com/consumer-price-index-cpi-for-march-2024-is-projected-to-rise-3.4-year-over-year</a>
Consumer prices rose 3.5% from a year ago in March, more than expected: <a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html'>https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html</a>
Here’s what would happen to the US economy if there are no rate cuts this year: <a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/economy/what-if-no-rate-cuts-this-year/index.html'>https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/economy/what-if-no-rate-cuts-this-year/index.html</a>
Inflation Back in the Picture as Markets Adapt to Delayed Interest Rate Cuts: <a href='https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-04-08/inflation-back-in-the-picture-as-markets-adapt-to-delayed-interest-rate-cuts'>https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-04-08/inflation-back-in-the-picture-as-markets-adapt-to-delayed-interest-rate-cuts</a>
Stocks end the day higher even as blowout jobs report pushes some Fed officials to consider another rate hike: <a href='https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/march-jobs-report-04-05-24/index.html'>https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/march-jobs-report-04-05-24/index.html</a>
Stocks wobble after Powell warns that rate cuts will likely come later than expected: <a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/business/chair-powell-discussion/index.html'>https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/business/chair-powell-discussion/index.html</a>
The Fed may have pumped so much money into the economy that it's now taking way longer to cut rates: <a href='https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-powell-pump-money-us-economy-delayed-cut-interest-rate-2024-4'>https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-powell-pump-money-us-economy-delayed-cut-interest-rate-2024-4</a>
This Fed meeting is dangerous for markets. Here’s why: <a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/20/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html'>https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/20/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html</a>
US economy adds 303K jobs in March, much stronger than expected: <a href='https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-jobs-report-march-2024'>https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-jobs-report-march-2024</a>
Watch Fed Chair Powell speak live during a policy forum in Washington: <a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/watch-fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html'>https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/watch-fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html</a>
 
Drug Shortage Resource for Agents:
ASHP Calls for Policy Solutions as Drug Shortages Reach All-Time High: <a href='https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/ceo-blogs/recent-blogs/ashp-calls-for-policy-solutions-as-drug-shortages-reach-all-time-high'>https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/ceo-blogs/recent-blogs/ashp-calls-for-policy-solutions-as-drug-shortages-reach-all-time-high</a>
Drug Shortages (FDA): <a href='https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages'>https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages</a>
Drug Shortages List from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP): <a href='https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/current-shortages/drug-shortages-list'>https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/current-shortages/drug-shortages-list</a>
Drug Shortages Statistics: <a href='https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/shortage-resources/drug-shortages-statistics'>https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/shortage-resources/drug-shortages-statistics</a>
Healthy Returns: U.S. drug shortages reach record high, hitting Wegovy, ADHD medications: <a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/healthy-returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html'>https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/healthy-returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html</a>
Hundreds of drugs are in short supply around the U.S., pharmacists warn: <a href='https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-shortages-adderall-adhd-chemo/'>https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-shortages-adderall-adhd-chemo/</a>
 
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update:
CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity: <a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity'>https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity</a>
 
Resources:
2025 Marketplace Final Rule: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240412'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240412</a>
Agent's Guide to Partner Marketing Resources: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585</a>
Medicaid Unwinding SEP Extended Through November 2024: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/medicaid-unwinding-sep-extended-through-november-2024/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/medicaid-unwinding-sep-extended-through-november-2024/</a>
Navigating the Latest in Legislative &amp; Regulatory Updates: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405</a>
QR Code Scanner Apps: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56</a>
The Guide to Making Money Selling Health Insurance: <a href='https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/'>https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/</a>
Useful Apps that Teach You How to Cook: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA57'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA57</a>
 
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The Friday Five for April 19, 2024:
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Rebel Moon Part 2 &amp;amp; The Tortured Poets Department&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;CPI Data for March 2024&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Drug Shortage Resource for Agents&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Vote for your favorite Taylor Swift album in our &lt;a href='https://bit.ly/asgquestion'&gt;ASG Podcast Question of the Week Poll&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us &lt;a href='mailto:ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com'&gt;ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com&lt;/a&gt; or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. &lt;/p&gt;
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Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout:
&lt;p&gt;TikTok Notes is basically Instagram for your TikTok account: &lt;a href='https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html'&gt;https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;TikTok Notes is the new competitor to Instagram. What is the app and how does it work? &lt;a href='https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/18/tiktok-notes-instagram-competitor-launch-canada-australia-what-is-it-explainer'&gt;https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/18/tiktok-notes-instagram-competitor-launch-canada-australia-what-is-it-explainer&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;TikTok Notes starts rolling out as a new rival to Instagram: &lt;a href='https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133311/tiktok-notes-photos-text-app-instagram'&gt;https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133311/tiktok-notes-photos-text-app-instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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The Tortured Poets Department:
&lt;p&gt;Apple Music: &lt;a href='https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-tortured-poets-department/1736268193'&gt;https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-tortured-poets-department/1736268193&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Spotify: &lt;a href='https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5JeTM9iqdtLFfSFedipKdD?si=6ace8084c0f443c3'&gt;https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5JeTM9iqdtLFfSFedipKdD?si=6ace8084c0f443c3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
CPI Data for March 2024
&lt;p&gt;Consumer Price Index - March 2024: &lt;a href='https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf'&gt;https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March 2024 is Projected to Rise 3.4% Yera-Over-Year: &lt;a href='https://insight.factset.com/consumer-price-index-cpi-for-march-2024-is-projected-to-rise-3.4-year-over-year'&gt;https://insight.factset.com/consumer-price-index-cpi-for-march-2024-is-projected-to-rise-3.4-year-over-year&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Consumer prices rose 3.5% from a year ago in March, more than expected: &lt;a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html'&gt;https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here’s what would happen to the US economy if there are no rate cuts this year: &lt;a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/economy/what-if-no-rate-cuts-this-year/index.html'&gt;https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/economy/what-if-no-rate-cuts-this-year/index.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Inflation Back in the Picture as Markets Adapt to Delayed Interest Rate Cuts: &lt;a href='https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-04-08/inflation-back-in-the-picture-as-markets-adapt-to-delayed-interest-rate-cuts'&gt;https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-04-08/inflation-back-in-the-picture-as-markets-adapt-to-delayed-interest-rate-cuts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Stocks end the day higher even as blowout jobs report pushes some Fed officials to consider another rate hike: &lt;a href='https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/march-jobs-report-04-05-24/index.html'&gt;https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/march-jobs-report-04-05-24/index.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Stocks wobble after Powell warns that rate cuts will likely come later than expected: &lt;a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/business/chair-powell-discussion/index.html'&gt;https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/business/chair-powell-discussion/index.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Fed may have pumped so much money into the economy that it's now taking way longer to cut rates: &lt;a href='https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-powell-pump-money-us-economy-delayed-cut-interest-rate-2024-4'&gt;https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-powell-pump-money-us-economy-delayed-cut-interest-rate-2024-4&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This Fed meeting is dangerous for markets. Here’s why: &lt;a href='https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/20/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html'&gt;https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/20/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;US economy adds 303K jobs in March, much stronger than expected: &lt;a href='https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-jobs-report-march-2024'&gt;https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-jobs-report-march-2024&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Watch Fed Chair Powell speak live during a policy forum in Washington: &lt;a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/watch-fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html'&gt;https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/watch-fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
Drug Shortage Resource for Agents:
&lt;p&gt;ASHP Calls for Policy Solutions as Drug Shortages Reach All-Time High: &lt;a href='https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/ceo-blogs/recent-blogs/ashp-calls-for-policy-solutions-as-drug-shortages-reach-all-time-high'&gt;https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/ceo-blogs/recent-blogs/ashp-calls-for-policy-solutions-as-drug-shortages-reach-all-time-high&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Drug Shortages (FDA): &lt;a href='https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages'&gt;https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Drug Shortages List from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP): &lt;a href='https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/current-shortages/drug-shortages-list'&gt;https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/current-shortages/drug-shortages-list&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Drug Shortages Statistics: &lt;a href='https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/shortage-resources/drug-shortages-statistics'&gt;https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/shortage-resources/drug-shortages-statistics&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Healthy Returns: U.S. drug shortages reach record high, hitting Wegovy, ADHD medications: &lt;a href='https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/healthy-returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html'&gt;https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/healthy-returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Hundreds of drugs are in short supply around the U.S., pharmacists warn: &lt;a href='https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-shortages-adderall-adhd-chemo/'&gt;https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-shortages-adderall-adhd-chemo/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update:
&lt;p&gt;CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity: &lt;a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity'&gt;https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Resources:
&lt;p&gt;2025 Marketplace Final Rule: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240412'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240412&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Agent's Guide to Partner Marketing Resources: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Medicaid Unwinding SEP Extended Through November 2024: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/medicaid-unwinding-sep-extended-through-november-2024/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/medicaid-unwinding-sep-extended-through-november-2024/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Navigating the Latest in Legislative &amp;amp; Regulatory Updates: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;QR Code Scanner Apps: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Guide to Making Money Selling Health Insurance: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Useful Apps that Teach You How to Cook: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA57'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA57&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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The Friday Five for April 19, 2024:
Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout
Rebel Moon Part 2 &amp; The Tortured Poets Department
CPI Data for March 2024
Drug Shortage Resource for Agents
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update
 
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The Friday Five for April 19, 2024: 
- Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout
- Rebel Moon Part 2 & The Tortured Poets Department
- CPI Data for March 2024
- Drug Shortage Resource for Agents
- ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update

Drug Shortage Resources & ACA Unauthorized Switching Update

Gather resources to equip your downlines for success. Be a guide for your downline agents; listen for new agent resources, hands-on-training tips, and more.
 
<a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/best-practices-for-training-downline-agents/?utm_source=asg_podcast_link'>Read the text version</a>
 
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Resources:
4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469</a>
Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking &amp; Events: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823</a>
Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906</a>
Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/</a>
Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started free eBook DOWNLOAD: <a href='https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/'>https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/</a>
Free eBooks &amp; Guides: <a href='https://ritterim.com/guides/'>https://ritterim.com/guides/</a>
How to Get Health and Life Insurance Continuing Education Credits as an Agent: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-health-and-life-insurance-continuing-education-credits-as-an-agent/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-health-and-life-insurance-continuing-education-credits-as-an-agent/</a>
How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/</a>
How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588</a>
MA &amp; PDP Complaint Sales Checklist: <a href='https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf'>https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf</a> 
Meet Your Sales Team: <a href='https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/'>https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/</a>
Knight School Training: <a href='https://ritterim.com/knight-school/'>https://ritterim.com/knight-school/</a>
Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business? <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG336'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG336</a>
Ritter Agency Docs: <a href='https://docs.ritterim.com/agencies/dashboard/'>https://docs.ritterim.com/agencies/dashboard/</a>
Ritter Events Calendar: <a href='https://ritterim.com/events/'>https://ritterim.com/events/</a>
Ritter Summits Registration: <a href='https://summits.ritterim.com/'>https://summits.ritterim.com/</a>
The Best Books for Insurance Agents: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/</a>
The Ritter Blog: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/</a>
The Ritter Platform: <a href='https://ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/'>https://ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/</a>
Tips for Becoming a Top Producing Insurance Agency: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG452'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG452</a>
What Are Insurance Hierarchies &amp; How Do They Work? <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517</a>
Your Guide to Forming an Insurance Network: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG461'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG461</a>
 
References:
4 Types of Learning Styles: How to Accommodate a Diverse Group of Students: <a href='https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/education/blog/types-of-learning-styles/'>https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/education/blog/types-of-learning-styles/</a>
5 Benefits of Incorporating Hands On Learning into Training: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-incorporating-hands-learning-training-allie-golon/'>https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-incorporating-hands-learning-training-allie-golon/</a>
10 Best Virtual Meeting Platforms &amp; Software: <a href='https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-meeting-platforms'>https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-meeting-platforms</a>
11 Benefits of Collaborative Learning (Plus Tips to Use It) <a href='https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/benefits-of-collaborative-learning'>https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/benefits-of-collaborative-learning</a>
How do Birds Learn How to Fly? <a href='https://www.allthingsnature.org/how-do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm'>https://www.allthingsnature.org/how-do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm</a>
Level Up: The Values of Sales Shadowing for New Insurance Agents: <a href='https://blog.newhorizonsmktg.com/level-up-the-value-of-sales-shadowing-for-new-insurance-agents'>https://blog.newhorizonsmktg.com/level-up-the-value-of-sales-shadowing-for-new-insurance-agents</a>
Mentoring Guide: <a href='https://www.rackham.umich.edu/downloads/more-mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf'>https://www.rackham.umich.edu/downloads/more-mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf</a>
Mind-Blowing Statistics that Prove the Value of Employee Training and Development: <a href='https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/statistics-value-of-employee-training-and-development'>https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/statistics-value-of-employee-training-and-development</a>
Ongoing Training: Its Benefits and Why You Should Consider It: <a href='https://www.apty.io/blog/ongoing-training-benefits-and-impact/'>https://www.apty.io/blog/ongoing-training-benefits-and-impact/</a>
Profiting from Learning: Do Firms’ Investments in Education and Training Pay Off? <a href='https://businesstrainingexperts.com/knowledge-center/training-roi/profiting-from-learning/'>https://businesstrainingexperts.com/knowledge-center/training-roi/profiting-from-learning/</a>
Reflective Practice: <a href='https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/reflective-practice.html'>https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/reflective-practice.html</a>
The 5 Most Effective Teaching Styles (Pros &amp; Cons of Each) <a href='https://www.thinkific.com/blog/teaching-styles/'>https://www.thinkific.com/blog/teaching-styles/</a>
The 40 Reflection Questions: <a href='https://www.edutopia.org/pdfs/stw/edutopia-stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf'>https://www.edutopia.org/pdfs/stw/edutopia-stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf</a>
The Complete Guide to Independent Contractor Taxes: <a href='https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/independent-contractor-tax-guide'>https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/independent-contractor-tax-guide</a>
Why Communication Consistency Is Vital To Your Business: <a href='https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnycouncil/2018/08/22/why-communication-consistency-is-vital-to-your-business/?sh=4526564466e0'>https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnycouncil/2018/08/22/why-communication-consistency-is-vital-to-your-business/?sh=4526564466e0</a>
 
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Gather resources to equip your downlines for success. Be a guide for your downline agents; listen for new agent resources, hands-on-training tips, and more.
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Resources:
&lt;p&gt;4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking &amp;amp; Events: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started free eBook DOWNLOAD: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Free eBooks &amp;amp; Guides: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/guides/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/guides/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How to Get Health and Life Insurance Continuing Education Credits as an Agent: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-health-and-life-insurance-continuing-education-credits-as-an-agent/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-health-and-life-insurance-continuing-education-credits-as-an-agent/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;MA &amp;amp; PDP Complaint Sales Checklist: &lt;a href='https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf'&gt;https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Meet Your Sales Team: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Knight School Training: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/knight-school/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/knight-school/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business? &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG336'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG336&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ritter Agency Docs: &lt;a href='https://docs.ritterim.com/agencies/dashboard/'&gt;https://docs.ritterim.com/agencies/dashboard/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ritter Events Calendar: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/events/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/events/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;The Best Books for Insurance Agents: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Ritter Blog: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Tips for Becoming a Top Producing Insurance Agency: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG452'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG452&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;What Are Insurance Hierarchies &amp;amp; How Do They Work? &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Your Guide to Forming an Insurance Network: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG461'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG461&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
References:
&lt;p&gt;4 Types of Learning Styles: How to Accommodate a Diverse Group of Students: &lt;a href='https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/education/blog/types-of-learning-styles/'&gt;https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/education/blog/types-of-learning-styles/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;5 Benefits of Incorporating Hands On Learning into Training: &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-incorporating-hands-learning-training-allie-golon/'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-incorporating-hands-learning-training-allie-golon/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;10 Best Virtual Meeting Platforms &amp;amp; Software: &lt;a href='https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-meeting-platforms'&gt;https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-meeting-platforms&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;11 Benefits of Collaborative Learning (Plus Tips to Use It) &lt;a href='https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/benefits-of-collaborative-learning'&gt;https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/benefits-of-collaborative-learning&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How do Birds Learn How to Fly? &lt;a href='https://www.allthingsnature.org/how-do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm'&gt;https://www.allthingsnature.org/how-do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Level Up: The Values of Sales Shadowing for New Insurance Agents: &lt;a href='https://blog.newhorizonsmktg.com/level-up-the-value-of-sales-shadowing-for-new-insurance-agents'&gt;https://blog.newhorizonsmktg.com/level-up-the-value-of-sales-shadowing-for-new-insurance-agents&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Mentoring Guide: &lt;a href='https://www.rackham.umich.edu/downloads/more-mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf'&gt;https://www.rackham.umich.edu/downloads/more-mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Mind-Blowing Statistics that Prove the Value of Employee Training and Development: &lt;a href='https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/statistics-value-of-employee-training-and-development'&gt;https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/statistics-value-of-employee-training-and-development&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ongoing Training: Its Benefits and Why You Should Consider It: &lt;a href='https://www.apty.io/blog/ongoing-training-benefits-and-impact/'&gt;https://www.apty.io/blog/ongoing-training-benefits-and-impact/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Profiting from Learning: Do Firms’ Investments in Education and Training Pay Off? &lt;a href='https://businesstrainingexperts.com/knowledge-center/training-roi/profiting-from-learning/'&gt;https://businesstrainingexperts.com/knowledge-center/training-roi/profiting-from-learning/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Reflective Practice: &lt;a href='https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/reflective-practice.html'&gt;https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/reflective-practice.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The 5 Most Effective Teaching Styles (Pros &amp;amp; Cons of Each) &lt;a href='https://www.thinkific.com/blog/teaching-styles/'&gt;https://www.thinkific.com/blog/teaching-styles/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The 40 Reflection Questions: &lt;a href='https://www.edutopia.org/pdfs/stw/edutopia-stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf'&gt;https://www.edutopia.org/pdfs/stw/edutopia-stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Complete Guide to Independent Contractor Taxes: &lt;a href='https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/independent-contractor-tax-guide'&gt;https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/independent-contractor-tax-guide&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Why Communication Consistency Is Vital To Your Business: &lt;a href='https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnycouncil/2018/08/22/why-communication-consistency-is-vital-to-your-business/?sh=4526564466e0'&gt;https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnycouncil/2018/08/22/why-communication-consistency-is-vital-to-your-business/?sh=4526564466e0&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Resources:
7 Ways to Get Involved with Your Community: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453</a>
Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking &amp; Events: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823</a>
Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/</a>  
Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522</a>
Best Practices for Conducting an Interview ft. Dylan Cook: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5335'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5335</a>
Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started eBook DOWNLOAD: <a href='https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/'>https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/</a>
Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: <a href='https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/'>https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/</a>
Shop &amp; Enroll: <a href='https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/'>https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/</a>
Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556</a>
Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales eBook DOWNLOAD: <a href='https://ritterim.com/free-guide/'>https://ritterim.com/free-guide/</a>
 
References:
Craigslist: <a href='https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/'>https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/</a>
How Much Is That Bad Hire Really Costing Your Business? <a href='https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9066-cost-of-bad-hire.html'>https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9066-cost-of-bad-hire.html</a>
How to Post a Job on Facebook For Free (2024 Guide) <a href='https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/how-to-post-job-on-facebook/'>https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/how-to-post-job-on-facebook/</a>
LinkedIn: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/'>https://www.linkedin.com/</a>
Millennials Overtake Baby Boomers as America’s largest generation: <a href='https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/04/28/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers-as-americas-largest-generation/'>https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/04/28/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers-as-americas-largest-generation/</a>
Monster: <a href='https://www.monster.com/'>https://www.monster.com/</a> 
Rethinking the Extraverted Sales Ideal: The Ambivert Advantage: <a href='https://faculty.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Grant_PsychScience2013.pdf'>https://faculty.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Grant_PsychScience2013.pdf</a>
The True Cost of a Bad Hire – It’s More Than You Think: <a href='https://www.forbes.com/sites/falonfatemi/2016/09/28/the-true-cost-of-a-bad-hire-its-more-than-you-think/?sh=16da43b84aa4'>https://www.forbes.com/sites/falonfatemi/2016/09/28/the-true-cost-of-a-bad-hire-its-more-than-you-think/?sh=16da43b84aa4</a>
 
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Looking to expand your business by hiring downline agents? We’ve got tips on where to find applicants, training resources, and more!
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-recruit-insurance-agents-to-your-downline/?utm_source=asg_podcast_link'&gt;Read the text version&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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Resources:
&lt;p&gt;7 Ways to Get Involved with Your Community: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking &amp;amp; Events: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Best Practices for Conducting an Interview ft. Dylan Cook: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5335'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5335&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started eBook DOWNLOAD: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing: &lt;a href='https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/'&gt;https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Shop &amp;amp; Enroll: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales eBook DOWNLOAD: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/free-guide/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/free-guide/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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References:
&lt;p&gt;Craigslist: &lt;a href='https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/'&gt;https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How Much Is That Bad Hire Really Costing Your Business? &lt;a href='https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9066-cost-of-bad-hire.html'&gt;https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9066-cost-of-bad-hire.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How to Post a Job on Facebook For Free (2024 Guide) &lt;a href='https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/how-to-post-job-on-facebook/'&gt;https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/how-to-post-job-on-facebook/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Millennials Overtake Baby Boomers as America’s largest generation: &lt;a href='https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/04/28/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers-as-americas-largest-generation/'&gt;https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/04/28/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers-as-americas-largest-generation/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Monster: &lt;a href='https://www.monster.com/'&gt;https://www.monster.com/&lt;/a&gt; 
Rethinking the Extraverted Sales Ideal: The Ambivert Advantage: &lt;a href='https://faculty.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Grant_PsychScience2013.pdf'&gt;https://faculty.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Grant_PsychScience2013.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The True Cost of a Bad Hire – It’s More Than You Think: &lt;a href='https://www.forbes.com/sites/falonfatemi/2016/09/28/the-true-cost-of-a-bad-hire-its-more-than-you-think/?sh=16da43b84aa4'&gt;https://www.forbes.com/sites/falonfatemi/2016/09/28/the-true-cost-of-a-bad-hire-its-more-than-you-think/?sh=16da43b84aa4&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Tina on LinkedIn, &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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Looking to expand your business by hiring downline agents? We’ve got tips on where to find applicants, training resources, and more!
 
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Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562...

Looking to expand your business by hiring downline agents? We’ve got tips on where to find applicants, training resources, and more!

How to Recruit Agents to Your Downline in 2024

The Friday Five for April 12, 2024:
<ul><li>Ritter Insurance Marketing Roadshows</li>
<li>ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching</li>
<li>Spotify AI Playlist</li>
<li>2024 Senior Market Symposium</li>
<li>2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule</li>
</ul>
 
What kind of pet(s) do you have at home? <a href='https://bit.ly/asgquestion'>Vote in our Question of the Week Poll</a>!
 
Ritter Roadshows:
<a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUQjZRUzZBQVZYTkhVMjI4TEpSUlIzUzRaTC4u'>Indiana</a> (Carmel, IN)
<a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUM0JGMjZBQTFUS0w1RktJRTBENVhPSzg2MS4u'>Ohio</a> (Columbus, OH)
<a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUREI2VDVPNlo3SUoyRVo0S1JNNDNNSlZZWC4u'>Michigan</a> (Ypsilanti, MI)
 
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching:
2024 Unauthorized Plan Switch (UPS) Update: <a href='https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/UPS-Cross-_Year-_Updates-022624-5CR-022224.pdf'>https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/UPS-Cross-_Year-_Updates-022624-5CR-022224.pdf</a>
ACA Plans Are Being Switched Without Enrollees’ OK: <a href='https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/aca-obamacare-plans-switched-without-enrollee-permission-investigation/'>https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/aca-obamacare-plans-switched-without-enrollee-permission-investigation/</a>
Unauthorized ACA plan switches drive call for action against rogue agents: <a href='https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/08/1243328699/health-insurance-obamacare-aca-plan-switch-rogue-agents'>https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/08/1243328699/health-insurance-obamacare-aca-plan-switch-rogue-agents</a>
Unauthorized sign-ups cast shadow on Obamacare’s record enrollment: <a href='https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/04/unauthorized-sign-ups-cast-shadow-obamacares-record-enrollment/'>https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/04/unauthorized-sign-ups-cast-shadow-obamacares-record-enrollment/</a>
 
Spotify AI Playlist:
Spotify adds new ‘AI Playlist’ feature that uses text prompts: <a href='https://9to5google.com/2024/04/08/spotify-ai-playlist/'>https://9to5google.com/2024/04/08/spotify-ai-playlist/</a>
Spotify Premium Users Can Now Turn Any Idea Into a Personalized Playlist With AI Playlist in Beta: <a href='https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-04-07/spotify-premium-users-can-now-turn-any-idea-into-a-personalized-playlist-with-ai-playlist-in-beta/'>https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-04-07/spotify-premium-users-can-now-turn-any-idea-into-a-personalized-playlist-with-ai-playlist-in-beta/</a>
 
2024 Senior Market Symposium:
Craig Ritter’s Senior Market Symposium Keynote: <a href='https://ritterim.wistia.com/medias/3djxgzf9ex'>https://ritterim.wistia.com/medias/3djxgzf9ex</a>
 
2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule:
2025 Marketplace Final Rule Changes Agents Should Know: <a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-marketplace-final-rule-changes-agents-should-know/'>https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-marketplace-final-rule-changes-agents-should-know/</a>
HHS Finalizes Policies to Make Marketplace Coverage More Accessible and Expand Essential Health Benefits: <a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-marketplace-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-essential-health'>https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-marketplace-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-essential-health</a>
HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2025 Final Rule: <a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/hhs-notice-benefit-and-payment-parameters-2025-final-rule'>https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/hhs-notice-benefit-and-payment-parameters-2025-final-rule</a>
 
Resources:
3 Growth Strategies for Your Insurance Sales Territory: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5875'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5875</a>
5 Alternative Apps to Replace Google Podcasts: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329</a>
Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us <a href='mailto:ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com'>ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com</a> or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Navigating the Latest in Legislative &amp; Regulatory Updates: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405</a>  
QR Code Scanner Apps: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56</a>
The Advisor Approach: Cross-Selling by Fact-Finding: <a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG587'>https://link.chtbl.com/ASG587</a>
 
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Tina on LinkedIn, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
The Friday Five for April 12, 2024:
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ritter Insurance Marketing Roadshows&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Spotify AI Playlist&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;2024 Senior Market Symposium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;What kind of pet(s) do you have at home? &lt;a href='https://bit.ly/asgquestion'&gt;Vote in our Question of the Week Poll&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
Ritter Roadshows:
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUQjZRUzZBQVZYTkhVMjI4TEpSUlIzUzRaTC4u'&gt;Indiana&lt;/a&gt; (Carmel, IN)&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUM0JGMjZBQTFUS0w1RktJRTBENVhPSzg2MS4u'&gt;Ohio&lt;/a&gt; (Columbus, OH)&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mq3bcFhuFEGI6IT1ZmFY3x1XwVwXDx5KoOMUZa05EhRUREI2VDVPNlo3SUoyRVo0S1JNNDNNSlZZWC4u'&gt;Michigan&lt;/a&gt; (Ypsilanti, MI)&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching:
&lt;p&gt;2024 Unauthorized Plan Switch (UPS) Update: &lt;a href='https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/UPS-Cross-_Year-_Updates-022624-5CR-022224.pdf'&gt;https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/UPS-Cross-_Year-_Updates-022624-5CR-022224.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;ACA Plans Are Being Switched Without Enrollees’ OK: &lt;a href='https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/aca-obamacare-plans-switched-without-enrollee-permission-investigation/'&gt;https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/aca-obamacare-plans-switched-without-enrollee-permission-investigation/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Unauthorized ACA plan switches drive call for action against rogue agents: &lt;a href='https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/08/1243328699/health-insurance-obamacare-aca-plan-switch-rogue-agents'&gt;https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/08/1243328699/health-insurance-obamacare-aca-plan-switch-rogue-agents&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Unauthorized sign-ups cast shadow on Obamacare’s record enrollment: &lt;a href='https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/04/unauthorized-sign-ups-cast-shadow-obamacares-record-enrollment/'&gt;https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/04/unauthorized-sign-ups-cast-shadow-obamacares-record-enrollment/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
Spotify AI Playlist:
&lt;p&gt;Spotify adds new ‘AI Playlist’ feature that uses text prompts: &lt;a href='https://9to5google.com/2024/04/08/spotify-ai-playlist/'&gt;https://9to5google.com/2024/04/08/spotify-ai-playlist/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Spotify Premium Users Can Now Turn Any Idea Into a Personalized Playlist With AI Playlist in Beta: &lt;a href='https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-04-07/spotify-premium-users-can-now-turn-any-idea-into-a-personalized-playlist-with-ai-playlist-in-beta/'&gt;https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-04-07/spotify-premium-users-can-now-turn-any-idea-into-a-personalized-playlist-with-ai-playlist-in-beta/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
2024 Senior Market Symposium:
&lt;p&gt;Craig Ritter’s Senior Market Symposium Keynote: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.wistia.com/medias/3djxgzf9ex'&gt;https://ritterim.wistia.com/medias/3djxgzf9ex&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule:
&lt;p&gt;2025 Marketplace Final Rule Changes Agents Should Know: &lt;a href='https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-marketplace-final-rule-changes-agents-should-know/'&gt;https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-marketplace-final-rule-changes-agents-should-know/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;HHS Finalizes Policies to Make Marketplace Coverage More Accessible and Expand Essential Health Benefits: &lt;a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-marketplace-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-essential-health'&gt;https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-marketplace-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-essential-health&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2025 Final Rule: &lt;a href='https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/hhs-notice-benefit-and-payment-parameters-2025-final-rule'&gt;https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/hhs-notice-benefit-and-payment-parameters-2025-final-rule&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
Resources:
&lt;p&gt;3 Growth Strategies for Your Insurance Sales Territory: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5875'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5875&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;5 Alternative Apps to Replace Google Podcasts: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us &lt;a href='mailto:ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com'&gt;ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com&lt;/a&gt; or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Navigating the Latest in Legislative &amp;amp; Regulatory Updates: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;QR Code Scanner Apps: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Advisor Approach: Cross-Selling by Fact-Finding: &lt;a href='https://link.chtbl.com/ASG587'&gt;https://link.chtbl.com/ASG587&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Ritter on Facebook, &lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM&lt;/a&gt; Instagram, &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/&lt;/a&gt; LinkedIn, &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing&lt;/a&gt; TikTok, &lt;a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim'&gt;https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim&lt;/a&gt; X (fka) Twitter, &lt;a href='https://twitter.com/RitterIM'&gt;https://twitter.com/RitterIM&lt;/a&gt; and Youtube, &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance&lt;/a&gt;    &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sarah on LinkedIn, &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/&lt;/a&gt; Instagram, &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/&lt;/a&gt; and Threads, &lt;a href='https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel'&gt;https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Tina on LinkedIn, &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/'&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;
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The Friday Five for April 12, 2024:
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ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching
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