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What products can agents cross-sell with Medicare? Learn how plan pairings work between the different Medicare insurance options. We can help you build up your portfolio with ancillary product options for your clients. Read the text version Resources: A Quick Guide to Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products: https://ritterim.com/selling-ancillary-with-medicare/ Boost Business Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance: https://ritterim.com/blog/boost-business-selling-hospital-indemnity-insurance/ Building the Foundation for Success ft. Roy Snarr: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/building-the-foundation-for-success-ft-roy-snarr/ How Relationship Marketing Can Make the Difference in Your Agency: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/how-relationship-marketing-can-make-the-difference-in-your-agency/ Operating From a People-First Mentality ft. Scott Zimmerman: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/operating-from-a-people-first-mentality-ft-scott-zimmerman/ Sense Success with Dental, Vision, and Hearing Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/sense-success-with-dental-vision-and-hearing-plans/ Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

The Friday Five for May 23, 2025: Field Notes 5.23.2025 Google Announces NotebookLM App AI Actions in Microsoft Windows 11 TikTok Sleep Meditation for Teens 2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report Field Notes 5.23.2025: Register for Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/ Google Announces NotebookLM App: Beaty, Artie. “Google’s Popular AI Tool Gets Its Own Android App - How to Use NotebookLM on Your Phone.” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 19 May 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/googles-popular-ai-tool-gets-its-own-android-app-how-to-use-notebooklm-on-your-phone/. Peters, Jay. “Google Releases Its NotebookLM Mobile App.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 19 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/669828/google-releases-its-notebooklm-mobile-app. Wang, Biao. “Understand Anything, Anywhere with the New NotebookLM App.” Blog.Google, Google Blog, 19 May 2025, blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-app/. Microsoft Announces AI Actions in Windows 11: Warren, Tom. “Microsoft Is Putting AI Actions into the Windows File Explorer.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 20 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/670251/microsoft-windows-11-ai-actions-file-explorer-context-menu. Whitney, Lance. “Microsoft’s New AI Tool Lets You Edit Images and Summarize Docs Right in File Explorer.” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 20 May 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-new-ai-tool-lets-you-edit-images-and-summarize-docs-right-in-file-explorer/. TikTok Sleep Meditation for Teens: Hasan, Sadiba. “Can TikTok Help Young People Take a Break From Screens?” Nytimes.Com, The New York Times, 19 May 2025, www.nytimes.com/2025/05/17/style/tiktok-guided-meditation-sleep.html. Malik, Aisha. “Tiktok Rolls out a New Meditation Feature to Help You Get off the App and Sleep.” Techcrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 15 May 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/05/15/tiktok-rolls-out-a-new-meditation-feature-to-help-you-get-off-the-app-and-sleep/. Roth, Emma. “Tiktok Will Show Teens Guided Meditation after 10pm.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 15 May 2025, www.theverge.com/news/668051/tiktok-guided-meditation-wind-down-10pm. 2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report: Stelzner, Michael A. “2025 Social Media Marketing Industry Report.” Socialmediaexaminer.Com, Social Media Examiner, www.socialmediaexaminer.com/social-media-marketing-industry-report-2025/. Accessed 21 May 2025. Learning to Delight in the Limelight ft. Linda Ugelow: https://lnk.to/asg644 Order Your Copy of Delight in the Limelight: https://lindaugelow.com/delight-in-the-limelight/ Resources: 5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media: https://lnk.to/asgf20250131 Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://lnk.to/8xfGo0 Community Engagement & ACA Marketing Suggestions: https://lnk.to/ASG665 From Chill Mode to Growth Mode ft. Christian Brindle: https://lnk.to/brindle2025 Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/social-media-ebook/ The Best Books for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/ Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

We’ve got details on the CMS decision to reverse their decision on the Disaster/Emergency SEP for Medicare Beneficiaries. Read the text version Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Myths about Selling ACA Health Plans: https://lnk.to/asg660 Building the Foundation for Success ft. Roy Snarr: https://lnk.to/snarr2025 Does Your Medicare Sales Approach Satisfy Different Budgets? https://lnk.to/G6g1fm Medicare Advantage Emergency-Related SEPs: https://ritterim.com/blog/medicare-advantage-emergency-related-seps/ References: “Medicare Advantage and Part D Enrollment and Disenrollment Guidance Updated: 2024.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/cy2025cdenrollmentanddisenrollmentguidancepdf.pdf. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

There’s no substitute for hard work, or “making your own luck.” Michael Krantz, one of New York’s top insurance producers, joined Sarah to talk about success and what drives him to keep going in this industry. Find Michael Krantz Online: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-krantz-2004401b Official Website: https://www.withavid.com/ Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing! Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

The Friday Five for May 16th, 2025: Dunkin’ and Starbucks Summer 2025 Menus Viral Music Charts for Content Creation Potential Heart Benefit in Shingles Vaccine Possible Hints at ACA Subsidy Direction for 2026 AHIP 2026 Certification Dates Dunkin’ and Starbucks Summer 2025 Menus: “Dunkin’ Summer Menu.” Dunkindonuts.Com, Dunkin’, www.dunkindonuts.com/en/summer-menu. Accessed 13 May 2025. Fink, Bailey. “Starbucks Is Bringing Back Customers’ ‘Favorite Drink Ever’ This Summer.” Allrecipes.Com, Allrecipes, 17 Apr. 2025, www.allrecipes.com/starbucks-summer-menu-2025-11717043. Baker, Nicolette. “Starbucks’ Summer Menu Just Dropped — Including a Brand-New Iced Beverage.” Foodandwine.Com, Food & Wine, 15 Apr. 2025, www.foodandwine.com/starbucks-summer-menu-2025-11715175. Viral Music Charts for Content Creation: “100 Top Trending Songs on TikTok.” Tokchart.Com, Tokchart, tokchart.com/. Accessed 14 May 2025. Bowe, Tucker. “Apple Quietly Gave Your Iphone a Simple yet Fun New Feature.” Gearpatrol.Com, Gear Patrol, 12 May 2025, www.gearpatrol.com/tech/apple-music-shazam-viral-chart/. “Shazam Viral Global Chart .” Shazam.Com, Shazam, www.shazam.com/charts/viral/world. Accessed 14 May 2025. “Spotify Viral 50 - Global.” Spotify.Com, Spotify, open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZEVXbLiRSasKsNU9?si=4zvmJR7bQnajf6_StIGfuw. Accessed 14 May 2025. “Viral Chart on Apple Music.” Music.Apple.Com, Apple Music, music.apple.com/us/playlist/viral-chart/pl.b127c05305ad413fb742e8585599ec84. Accessed 14 May 2025. Potential Heart Health Benefit in Shingles Vaccine: McLendon, Russell. “Shingles Vaccine Can Reduce Risk of Stroke And Heart Attack, Study Finds.” Sciencealert.Com, ScienceAlert, 12 May 2025, www.sciencealert.com/shingles-vaccine-can-reduce-risk-of-stroke-and-heart-attack-study-finds. Rudy, Melissa. “Shingles Vaccine Has Unexpected Effect on Heart Health.” Foxnews.Com, FOX News Network, 9 May 2025, www.foxnews.com/health/shingles-vaccine-has-unexpected-effect-heart-health. “Shingles Vaccine Lowers the Risk of Heart Disease for up to Eight Years.” Escardio.Org, European Society of Cardiology, 6 May 2025, www.escardio.org/The-ESC/Press-Office/Press-releases/shingles-vaccine-lowers-the-risk-of-heart-disease-for-up-to-eight-years. Griesser, Kameryn. “Shingles Vaccine Reduces Risk of Heart Disease by 23%, Study of One Million People Finds.” Cnn.Com, Cable News Network, 12 May 2025, www.cnn.com/2025/05/09/health/shingles-heart-disease-vaccine-shots-wellness. Possible Hints at ACA Subsidy Direction for 2026: Tong, Noah. “CMS Hints at Possible Cost-Sharing Reduction Payments for Insurers, Impacting ACA Enrollment.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 7 May 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/cms-hints-possible-cost-sharing-reduction-payments-insurers-impacting-aca-enrollment. “Explaining Health Care Reform: Questions About Health Insurance Subsidies.” Kff.Org, KFF, 25 Oct. 2024, www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/issue-brief/explaining-health-care-reform-questions-about-health-insurance-subsidies/. “Offering of Off-Exchange-Only Plans without ‘CSR Loading.’” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2 May 2025, www.cms.gov/files/document/offering-exchange-only-plans-without-csr-loading.pdf. “Plan Year 2026 Individual Market Rate Filing Instructions.” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2 May 2025, www.cms.gov/files/document/py-26-individual-market-rate-filing-instructions.pdf. AHIP 2026 Certification Dates: “AHIP Medicare + Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Online Course.” Ahipmedicaretraining.Com, AHIP, www.ahipmedicaretraining.com/page/login. Accessed 13 May 2025. Resources: 5 Things About the 2026 CMS MA and Part D Rate Announcement: https://lnk.to/asgf20250411 CMS Updates to MA and Part D for CY 2026: https://lnk.to/asgf20250425 Fact vs. Fiction: Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback: https://lnk.to/asg667 Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

We breakdown the 2025 Marketplace Proposed Rule and highlight what we think agents like you should know! Read the text version Contact our Under-65 Sales Team! Resources: CMS Finalizes Improvements to Marketplace Plan Selection with 2026 Final Rule: https://ritterim.com/blog/cms-finalizes-improvements-to-marketplace-plan-selection-with-2026-final-rule/ Everything Agents Need to Know About Selling in State-Based Marketplaces: https://ritterim.com/blog/everything-agents-need-to-know-about-selling-in-state-based-marketplaces/ Everything You Need to Know About the ACA OEP: https://ritterim.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-aca-oep/ How to Help Clients Navigate ACA Marketplace Subsidies & Taxes: https://lnk.to/qzlRwV Lawsuit Changes DACA Recipients’ Affordable Care Act Eligibility: https://ritterim.com/blog/lawsuit-changes-daca-recipients-affordable-care-act-eligibility/ Learn with Knight School: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/ Meet Ritter’s Under-65 Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Steps to Get Ready for OEP: Federal Exchange States & State Based Exchanges: https://lnk.to/SyqM9T References: “2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/2025-marketplace-integrity-and-affordability-proposed-rule Accessed 23 Apr. 2025. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Join the ASGPodcast as we talk about the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback, how it’s been overhyped and misrepresented, and how to stay compliant when talking about it. Read the text version Resources: 5 Things About the 2026 CMS MA and Part D Rate Announcement: https://lnk.to/asgf20250411 Do's and Don'ts of Medicare Compliance: https://ritterim.com/blog/dos-and-donts-of-medicare-compliance/ Guidelines for Sharing Personal Beneficiary Data with Other TPMOs: https://lnk.to/asg647 How to Stay Compliant During All Medicare Sales: https://lnk.to/41gE4C Ritter Insurance Marketing Registration What Not to Say During Medicare Educational and Sales Events: https://ritterim.com/blog/what-not-to-say-during-medicare-educational-and-sales-events/ References: “Costs.” Medicare.Gov, Medicare, www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/medicare-costs. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025. “Misleading Medicare Marketing: What to Look Out For.” Ncoa.Org, National Council on Aging, www.ncoa.org/article/misleading-medicare-marketing-dont-be-fooled-during-medicare-open-enrollment/. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

The Friday Five for May 9, 2025: Rite Aid Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Again Apple WWDC 2025 Dates & Rumors Discount Medicare Insurance Scam Alert Rueppel Recommends Books & Streaming Picks May 2025 Aetna Health Plans to Exit ACA Marketplace for CY 2026 Rite Aid Files for 2nd Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: Download the “Rite Aid Letter to Customers - May 5, 2025.” Restructuring.Ra.Kroll.Com, Kroll Restructuring Administration, restructuring.ra.kroll.com/RiteAid/Home-DownloadPDF?id1=MzM0MTA2Mg%3D%3D&id2=0. Accessed 6 May 2025. Grothaus, Michael. “Rite Aid Bankruptcy: What to Know about Store Closings, Prescription Transfers, Layoffs, Gift Cards, and More.” Fastcompany.Com, Fast Company, 6 May 2025, www.fastcompany.com/91329223/rite-aid-bankruptcy-2025-stores-closing-prescription-transfers-gift-cards. Arias, Pilar. “Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy for Second Time in Less than 2 Years.” Foxbusiness.Com, Fox Business, 6 May 2025, www.foxbusiness.com/economy/rite-aid-files-bankruptcy-second-time-less-than-2-years. Powel, James. “Rite Aid Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Promises ‘smooth Transfer’ of Prescriptions.” Usatoday.Com, Gannett Satellite Information Network, 6 May 2025, www.usatoday.com/story/money/retail/2025/05/05/rite-aid-chapter-11-bankruptcy/83467189007/. “Rite Aid Store Locater.” Riteaid.Com, Rite Aid, www.riteaid.com/locations/. Accessed 6 May 2025. Urie, Daniel. “Rite Aid Tells Vendors It ‘Has Generally Stopped Purchasing Goods and Services.’” Pennlive.Com, PennLive, 5 May 2025, www.pennlive.com/business/2025/05/rite-aid-tells-vendors-it-has-generally-stopped-purchasing-goods-and-services.html. Mills, Sean I. “What to Do with Your Prescriptions Now That Rite Aid Is Closing All Stores.” Romesentinel.Com, Daily Sentinel, 6 May 2025, www.romesentinel.com/news/rome-new-hartford-rite-aid-store-closings/article_98f2300b-600c-4937-b8d0-686ece8d36e9.html. Apple WWDC 2025 Dates & Rumors: Lovejoy, Ben. “90% of People Shouldn’t Buy the iPhone 17 Air, per Apple.” 9to5mac.Com, 9to5Mac, 6 May 2025, 9to5mac.com/2025/05/06/90-of-people-shouldnt-buy-the-iphone-17-air-per-apple/. Schroeder, Stan. “Apple Is Planning a New iPhone Launch Schedule, Report Claims.” Mashable, Mashable, 5 May 2025, mashable.com/article/apple-iphone-launch-schedule. “iOS 7 vs iOS 6 Side-by-Side Visual Comparisons.” Osxdaily.Com, OS X Daily, osxdaily.com/2013/06/11/ios-7-vs-ios-6-visual-comparison/. Accessed 6 May 2025. Christoffel, Ryan. “iOS 19: Three New Features Are Being Announced next Month.” 9to5mac.Com, 9to5Mac, 5 May 2025, 9to5mac.com/2025/05/05/ios-19-three-new-features-are-being-announced-next-month/. Clover, Juli. “iOS 19: Everything We Know.” Macrumors.Com, MacRumors, 5 May 2025, www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-19/. Discount Medicare Insurance Scam Alert: “Emerging Discount Medical Insurance Scams.” Ic3.Gov, Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), 30 Apr. 2025, www.ic3.gov/PSA/2025/PSA250430. Dimuro, Claudia. “FBI Alerts Public in Pa., beyond to Emerging Scam: Here’s What to Know.” Pennlive.Com, PennLive, 5 May 2025, www.pennlive.com/life/2025/05/fbi-alerts-public-in-pa-beyond-to-emerging-scam-heres-what-to-know.html. Burman, Theo. “FBI Issues New Warning Over Health Insurance Scams.” Newsweek.Com, Newsweek, 6 May 2025, www.newsweek.com/fbi-issues-new-warning-over-health-insurance-scams-2068626. Rueppel Recommends: Wynn-Williams, Sarah. “Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism.” Spotify, Flatiron Books, open.spotify.com/show/279JRLPYDjvmsS81C7SOzg?si=215e5504c3ea4510. Accessed 6 May 2025. Ridgely, Charlie. “Everything Coming to Netflix, Max, Disney+ & Other Streaming Services in May 2025.” ComicBook.Com, ComicBook, 30 Apr. 2025, comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/new-streaming-movies-tv-shows-may-2025-netflix-disney-max/. Bet-David, Patrick. “Your Next Five Moves: Master the Art of Business Strategy.” Spotify, Gallery Books, https://open.spotify.com/show/1mCTkhoZxUOH6iA9b8Dx2y?si=b11263c88e3a43ff. Accessed 6 May 2025. Bet-David, Patrick. Your Next Five Moves, Gallery Books, www.yournextfivemoves.com/. Accessed 6 May 2025. Aetna Health Plans to Exit ACA Marketplace for CY 2026: Minemyer, Paige. “Aetna to Exit the ACA Exchanges in 2026.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 1 May 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/aetna-exit-aca-exchanges-2026. Pifer, Rebecca. “CVS Plans to Exit ACA Individual Exchanges, Strikes Wegovy Deal with Novo Nordisk.” Healthcaredive.Com, Healthcare Dive, 1 May 2025, www.healthcaredive.com/news/cvs-aetna-exit-aca-novo-nordisk-wegovy-deal/746833/. Japsen, Bruce. “CVS Plans To Exit Obamacare In 2026, Affecting 1 Million Aetna Members.” Forbes.Com, Forbes Magazine, 1 May 2025, www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2025/05/01/cvs-plans-to-exit-obamacare-in-2026-impacting-1-million-aetna-members/. How Plan Crosswalks Work in the ACA Marketplace: https://lnk.to/ASG664 Resources: 5 Myths About Selling ACA Health Insurance Plans: https://lnk.to/asg660 5 Things from the CMS 202

Get tips on how to get involved with your community, find potential ACA clients, and market your brand – all in this episode! Read the text version The Insurance Agent’s Guide to Establishing Successful Affinity Partnerships FREE eBook Download Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out in Crowd: https://lnk.to/asgf20250321 5 Things to Consider When Creating Your Personal Brand: https://lnk.to/asgf20250404 5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media: https://lnk.to/asgf20250131 6 Ways to Generate ACA Leads: https://lnk.to/ASG663 ACA Consumer Authorization Form FREE PDF Download: https://ritterim.com/documents/aca-consumer-authorization-form-template.pdf Apps for Content Creation: https://lnk.to/ASGA81 Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://lnk.to/8xfGo0 Build Your Brand with Community Involvement: https://ritterim.com/blog/build-your-brand-with-community-involvement/ Free Insurance eBooks & Guides: https://ritterim.com/guides/ Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/ Register with Ritter: https://app.ritterim.com/public/registration/ Shop at Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://shopritterim.com/ The Complete Guide to Selling Affordable Care Act Insurance Plans: https://ritterim.com/aca-ebook/ References: “Age Distribution of Internet Users Worldwide 2024.” Statista.Com, https://www.statista.com/statistics/272365/age-distribution-of-internet-users-worldwide/. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. “Log in or Sign Up.” https://www.facebook.com/. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. “Make Your Day.” TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/en/. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. “Most Popular Social Networks Worldwide as of February 2025, by Number of Monthly Active Users.” Statista.Com, Statista, Feb. 2025, www.statista.com/statistics/272014/global-social-networks-ranked-by-number-of-users/. “The Growth Engine: Superior Customer Experience In ...” McKinsey.Com, https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/industries/financial%20services/our%20insights/the%20growth%20engine%20superior%20customer%20experience%20in%20insurance/the_growth_engine_superior_customer_experience_in_insurance_may_2016.pdf. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. YouTube, YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

Putting others first in a me-first world? Scott Zimmerman joins Sarah to chat about this mentality that we’re all familiar with, and the powerful results it can have on your insurance business. Find Scott Zimmerman Online: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.zimmerman.75491 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescottzimmerman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-zimmerman-9463a12/ Official Website: https://www.corpstrat.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqxWt4UeW26lqlQ9Qdz3Uyw Start Working with Ritter Insurance Marketing! Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Join Sarah as she dives back into CMS regulations! This week, she highlights 5 regulations from the 2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Final Rule. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 5 Things About the 2026 CMS MA and Part D Rate Announcement: https://lnk.to/asgf20250411 CMS 2025 Marketplace Integrity & Affordability Proposed Rule: https://lnk.to/asgf20250314 CMS Updates to MA and Part D for CY 2026: https://lnk.to/asgf20250425 Expanded Medicare Telehealth Benefits Extended Through September 2025: https://ritterim.com/blog/expanded-medicare-telehealth-benefits-extended-through-september-2025/ Partner with Ritter Insurance Marketing Recent ACA Coverage Changes Reversed with 2025 Marketplace Proposed Rule: https://ritterim.com/blog/recent-aca-changes-reversed-with-2026-marketplace-proposed-rule/ References: “CMS Finalizes 2026 Payment Policy Updates for Medicare Advantage and Part D Programs.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 7 Apr. 2025, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-finalizes-2026-payment-policy-updates-medicare-advantage-and-part-d-programs. “Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (CMS-4208-F).” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 4 Apr. 2025, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/contract-year-2026-policy-and-technical-changes-medicare-advantage-program-medicare-prescription-final. “Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Contract Year 2026 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.” Federalregister.Gov, Federal Register, 15 Apr. 2025, www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/04/15/2025-06008/medicare-and-medicaid-programs-contract-year-2026-policy-and-technical-changes-to-the-medicare. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

How unstoppable would you be if you lost the fear of being seen? Linda Ugelow, author of Delight in the Limelight, joins Sarah to talk about how agents can overcome the fear of public speaking, conquer the fear of being on camera, and learn to rightfully bask in the limelight. Order Your Copy of Delight in the Limelight Connect with Linda Ugelow: Blog Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Official Website Podcast TikTok YouTube Resources: 5 Tips for New Insurance Agents 5 Tips for Seasoned Insurance Agents Developing Power Habits ft. Dr. Noah St. John How Storytelling Helps Agents Quickly Connect with Clients ft. Don Connelly How to Ask Your Current Clients for Referrals References: Ugelow, Linda. Delight in the Limelight: Overcome Your Fear of Being Seen and Realize Your Dreams. Page Two Books, Inc, 2021. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

We're back with more podcast recommendations all in the name of celebrating International Podcast Day 2022! Sarah has updates, recommendations, and a brand-new feature this year. Listen, like, and follow along... we hope you find some new favorites! Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Podcast Recommendations: Aftershock: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-aftershock-83996090/ Arcadia, CA: https://arcadiacalifornia.lawofnames.com/ Articles of Interest: https://www.radiotopia.fm/podcasts/articles-of-interest The Beautiful Liar: https://qcodemedia.com/the-beautiful-liar Bridgewater: https://www.grimandmild.com/bridgewater From Now: https://qcodemedia.com/from-now The Midnight Symphony: https://www.themidnightsymphony.com/ Missing Pages: https://thepodglomerate.com/shows/missing-pages/ Normal Gossip: https://defector.com/tag/normal-gossip/ Overleaper: https://www.realm.fm/shows/overleaper The Polybius Conspiracy: https://www.radiotopia.fm/showcase/the-polybius-conspiracy Sam Archer Third Grade Detective: https://www.gokidgo.com/samarcher The Trojan Horse Affair: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/podcasts/trojan-horse-affair.html X Marks the Spot: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/x-marks-the-spot-the-legend-of-forrest-fenn/id1626203378 Young Ben Franklin: https://gzmshows.com/shows/listing/young-ben-franklin/ More Recommendations: Behind the Scenes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/behind-the-scenes-of-the-asg-podcast-%C7%80-asg100-%F0%9F%8E/ International Podcast Day 2019: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2019/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2019: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2019-the-friday-five/ Podcasts We're Currently Listening To: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcasts-we-re-currently-listening-to-the-friday-five/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2020-the-tuesday-ten/ International Podcast Day 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2020/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2020: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2020-the-friday-five/ Podcasts We're Currently Listening To (Winter 2021): https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/january-1-2021-the-friday-five/ March 12, 2021 | The Friday Five: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/march-12-2021-the-friday-five/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2021/ International Podcast Day 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/international-podcast-day-2021-1632944993/ Top 5 Podcasts of 2021: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/top-5-podcasts-of-2021/ Winter 2021 Podcast Recommendations: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/winter-2021-podcast-recommendations/ Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2022: https://agentsurvivalguide.podbean.com/e/podcast-recommendations-for-summer-2022/ References: Bridgewater Season 2 Update from Twitter: https://twitter.com/BridgewaterPod/status/1570019391907004418?s=20&t=YRxCMwOz98h2Txojk_49XA Podcast Statistics and Data [August 2022]: https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/podcast-statistics Radiotopia from PRX Announces Forthcoming Series from Acclaimed Indie Podcasters Avery Trufelman, Ian Chillag, and Kaitlin Prest: https://medium.com/prxofficial/radiotopia-from-prx-announces-forthcoming-series-from-acclaimed-indie-podcasters-cd4d42db8447 The Infinite Dial 2022: http://www.edisonresearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Infinite-Dial-2022-Webinar-revised.pdf

After 400+ episodes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we've learned some things! Rather than keep that knowledge to ourselves, we're sharing it with you... and asking for your stories, too!!! What’s the best business lesson you ever learned? We want to know! Email the ASG Podcast or call the hotline at 1-717-562-7211! Mentioned in this episode: Contact the Team at Ritter Insurance Marketing Register for your FREE RitterIM.com account Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business? More episodes you’ll like: 4 Myths About Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) Sales 8 Reasons Why Medicare Agents Should Sell ACA Plans How Insurance Agents Can Learn About Their Social Media Audience How to Successfully Set SMART Goals Winter 2021 Podcast Recommendations Articles to Share with Your Clients: Getting Your Home Ready for Winter Storms The Difference of Cooking with Fresh and Dry Herbs What are State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs? Ritter Insurance Marketing eBooks & Guides: Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started Modern Medicare Marketing for Today’s Agents The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention The latest from Ritter’s Blog: 8 Reasons Why Medicare Agents Should Sell ACA Plans The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP Why Young Professionals Should Consider Becoming Insurance Agents Subscribe & Follow: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher Connect on social: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram TikTok Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram

Survive holiday toy shopping with Sarah! She's done her research, created the spreadsheets, and compiled her list of must-have toys. Listen to hear her picks for the Top Holiday Toys of 2021. Mentioned in this episode: Baby Alive Lulu Achoo – Amazon | Target | Walmart Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Bluey Ultimate Caravan Adventures Caravan Playset – Amazon | Walmart Chuckle & Roar Pop It! XL – Target CoComelon Official Deluxe Interactive JJ Doll with Sounds – Amazon | Target | Walmart Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad – Amazon | Target | Walmart Disney Princess Ultimate Celebration Castle – Amazon | Target | Walmart Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Ultimate Learning Bot – Amazon | Target | Walmart Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Lego Super Mario Adventures with Luigi Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart LOL Surprise OMG Movie Magic Studios – Amazon | Target | Walmart Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron – Amazon | Target | Walmart Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart Osmo Math Wizard and the Magical Workshop – Amazon | Target Pokemon 25th Anniversary Celebrations Elite Trainer Box – Amazon | Walmart Purse Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squeakee The Balloon Dino – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squishmallows – Amazon | Target | Walmart Star Wars Galactic Snackin' Grogu – Amazon | Target Tamagotchi Pix – Amazon | Target | Walmart TeeTurtle The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie – Amazon | Walmart Vtech KidiZoom PrintCam – Amazon | Target | Walmart WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder – Amazon | Target | Walmart WowWee My Squishy Little Dumplings – Amazon | Target | Walmart More episodes you’ll like: 2022 Medicare Part A & B Premiums and Deductibles 3 Tips to Help Your Clients Avoid Health Insurance Scams November 12, 2021 | The Friday Five November 19, 2021 | The Friday Five Tips on Dealing with a Difficult Client Articles to Share with Your Clients: 3 Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers Getting Creative with Thanksgiving Classics Holiday Dinner Survival Guide Subscribe & Follow: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher Connect on social: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram

Celebrate International Podcast Day with the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! We ♥ podcasts, so we’re back with another fun episode of podcast recommendations. Sarah shares what she’s been listening to AND what’s coming soon that she’s excited about! Mentioned in this episode: 70 Over 70 Bridgewater Endless Thread Goodnight, World Impostors Nice Try! Not Past It Rabbits The Alarmist The Atlas Obscura Podcast The Dropout The Infinite Dial 2021 The Just Enough Family Today, Explained Toxic: The Britney Spears Story The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel More episodes you’ll like: Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2021 Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To (Winter 2021) Top 5 Podcasts of 2020 International Podcast Day 2020 Podcast Recommendations for Summer 2020 Podcasts We’re Currently Listening To Top 5 Podcasts of 2019 International Podcast Day 2019 Behind the Scenes of the ASG Podcast Subscribe & Follow: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher Connect on social: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Instagram Sarah’s LinkedIn Sarah’s Instagram

It’s back! Our official list of 2020’s top 10 holiday toys! We did the research so you don’t have to! Sarah has a thing for research, spreadsheets, and really delights in the finding the perfect gift. Let her help you survive holiday toy shopping! Mentioned in this episode: Blume Rainbow Sparkle Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart Hatchimals Pixies Crystal Flyers – Amazon | Target | Walmart LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course – Amazon | Target | Walmart Little Live Pets Gotta Go Flamingo – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Surprise Clubhouse – Amazon | Target | Walmart Na! Na! Na! Ultimate Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart Nintendo Switch – Amazon | Target | Walmart O.M.G. Remix Fashion Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart PAW Patrol Dino Patroller – Amazon | Target | Walmart Present Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart Squeakee the Balloon Dog – Amazon | Target | Walmart Star Wars The Child Animatronic Edition – Amazon | Target Vtech KidiZoom Creator Cam – Amazon | Target | Walmart More episodes you’ll like: November 20, 2020 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for November 20, 2020: Amazon Pharmacy; Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine; A Zoom Thanksgiving?; TikTok Rolls Out Parental Controls; Thanksgiving Desserts (and BONUS: sides!) Build Your Brand with Community Involvement Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started. Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs Get the scoop on the Part D Senior Savings Model! This new initiative brings major insulin savings to your Medicare clients. They could pay just $35 for a one-month supply of insulin. Learn all the details in this can't miss episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast. How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back In the insurance industry, there's plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too! The Agents Survival Guide Podcast Turns 3! Celebrate with us!!! Three years, more than three hundred episodes published, dozens of rabbit holes explored, and countless cups of coffee consumed. Thanks for sticking with us! Listen for details on our 3rd Birthday Giveaway! 🥳 Articles to Share with Your Clients: Dishes to Impress Your Friends: Cariofi Alla Giudia Carciofi alla Giudia is a classic Italian-Jewish fried artichoke dish that takes everything you love about potato chips and improves upon it. Ready to learn how to make them? Subscription Boxes for Seniors Bring Wellness to Your Doorstep Subscription boxes can be very beneficial for seniors, especially if they promote a hobby or healthy eating. We look at a few of the ways subscription boxes for seniors can be utilized. Why Do We Celebrate That? Classic Christmas Traditions Christmas is a holiday with many classic traditions, from the Christmas tree to parties and wassailing. But when you think about it, why do we celebrate that? The latest from Ritter’s Blog: 2021 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles CMS recently released their numbers for 2021 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s see how these changes might affect your clients in the coming year. Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID You need commissions, but you don’t want to catch, or spread, COVID. Can you compliantly check temperatures or ask health questions in person? Will more carriers allow remote Medicare sales? How can you have a profitable Annual Enrollment Period during the current health crisis? How to Get Started in Medicare Sales Starting out as an insurance agent in the Medicare industry can seem daunting. There are many ins and outs of selling Medicare and quite a list of things you need to decide and do. Subscribe & Follow: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher Connect on social: Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn

Let us help you survive the holidays! We’ve done all the research (we 💖 research) and we’ve compiled our official list of the top ten holiday toys for 2019. You don’t want to miss this one! Mentioned in this episode: (In alphabetical order) Baby Shark Fingerlings– Amazon | Target | Walmart Baby Shark Hand Puppet – Amazon | Walmart Barbie Dream Plane – Amazon | Target | Walmart Blume Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart Frozen 2 Singing Elsa Doll – Amazon | Target | Walmart Frozen 2 Anna and Elsa Doll Set – Amazon | Target Frozen 2 Ultimate Arendelle Castle Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Hatching Toothless – Amazon | Target | Walmart Hot Wheels id Smart Track Kit – Amazon | Target Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Imaginext Transforming Batmobile – Amazon | Target | Walmart Juno My Baby Elephant – Amazon | Target | Walmart Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Amazing Surprise – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Glamper – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Dolls – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Fluffy Pets – Amazon | Target | Walmart L.O.L. Winter Disco Lils – Amazon | Target | Walmart Lego Hidden Side Newbury Haunted High School – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Slice-and-Bake Wooden Cookie Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Set – Amazon | Target | Walmart Melissa & Doug Turtle Ball Pit – Amazon | Walmart NERF Fortnite AR-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart NERF Fortnite Sp-L Elite Dart Blaster – Amazon | Target | Walmart NERF Fortnite Ap-R & Llama Targets – Amazon Nintendo Switch (HADSKABAA or HADSKAAAA) – Walmart Nintendo Switch Lite – Amazon | Target | Walmart PJ Masks PJ Seeker – Amazon | Target | Walmart Pictionary Air – Amazon | Target | Walmart Ryan’s World Treasure Safe – Walmart Scruff-A-Luv Electronic Mystery Plush – Amazon | Target | Walmart Treasure X Alien Dissection Kit with Slime, Action Figure, and Treasure – Amazon | Target | Walmart Treasure X Kings Gold Treasure Tomb – Amazon | Target | Walmart How to tell if you’re buying the old Nintendo Switch or the new one More episodes you’ll like: Build Your Brand with Community Involvement | ASG189 Connect with your local community and grow your insurance business at the same time! Use our helpful tips to get started. How Selling Insurance Helps Give Back | ASG190 In the insurance industry, there are plenty of opportunities to give back. Discover how agents make a difference in their communities every day, and how you can, too! November 22, 2019 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for November 22, 2019: The Trump Administration announces health care transparency rules, Slack shares drop, Microsoft Teams' user base rises, beware of "juice-jacking" while traveling, Facebook and Instagram hide like counts, and find out what’s new and coming soon from the Agent Survival Guide team! The latest from Agent Survival Guide: 2020 Medicare Part A and Part B Premiums and Deductibles CMS just released their numbers for 2020 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Let’s take a look and see how these numbers might affect... (read more) 5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020 Spoiler alert: With the way the market’s looking for 2020, we feel confident saying now’s a FANTASTIC time to be selling Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Here’s why. The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)... (read more) What Agents Forget to Do When Preparing for Appointments When you’re thinking of everything you need to do to prepare for appointments this Annual Enrollment Period, be sure to think of things outside your memorized to-do list. Pens? Check. Scopes of... (read more) Subscribe & Follow: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher Connect on social: Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn