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Agent Boost Marketing Podcast

Agent Boost Marketing Podcast

By: Dan and Mike Hardle
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 🚀🚀🚀 Welcome to the ultimate podcast for all you insurance aficionados out there – "The Agent Boost Podcast"! 🎙️ If you've ever wondered how to crack the code on marketing and sales tactics in the wild world of Medicare, health, and life insurance, & ACA well, you've just hit the jackpot. Hosted by Dan and Mike Hardle, they're sharing the most effective strategies to kill it in the insurance game. Dan is the founder and CEO of Agent Boost Marketing and his brother Mike is the President of Sales. Between them they have written thousands of policies with their own pen and taught and trained thousands of other agents. So, whether you're a newbie agent trying to crack the code, or a seasoned pro looking to up your game, "Agent Boost" has your back. They're dishing out pro tips on how to build killer marketing campaigns that actually work, reel in clients like a pro fisherman, and close deals with the finesse of a smooth-talking charmer. And don't worry, it's not just about work – these hosts know how to keep it fun. Expect some epic fails, hilarious stories from the insurance trenches, and even some wild "what not to do" moments that'll have you in stitches. Tune in every week as Dan and Mike bring in industry rockstars – think marketing mavens, sales wizards, and insurance moguls – for some candid conversations. They're diving deep into case studies that'll have you nodding like, "Yep, that's the game-changer I needed." Oh, and did we mention the Q&A sessions? Yep, you can shoot them your burning questions and watch them tackle it like pros. It's like having your own insurance sherpa, guiding you up the mountain of success. Whether you're listening during your daily commute, at the gym, or just chillin' on your couch, Agent Boost is here to make your insurance journey smoother than butter. Ready to level up your insurance game and dominate the medicare, health, and life insurance scene? Press play and let's rock this! 🎧 🔥 What You'll Discover: 🏥 Healthcare Exchange & ACA Mastery: We'll break down the art of selling insurance on the Healthcare Exchange and through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Learn the insider secrets to navigating enrollment periods, understanding plan tiers, and presenting your clients with options that suit their needs and budgets. 👴👵 Unlocking Medicare Expertise: Ready to become a Medicare maestro? We're unraveling the complexities of Medicare insurance sales, from Part A to Part D. Tune in for strategies to decode the jargon, compare plans effectively, and guide your clients toward comprehensive coverage that fits their lifestyles. 💼 Life Insurance Brilliance: Life insurance isn't just a policy; it's peace of mind for your clients' loved ones. Join us as we delve into the world of life insurance, exploring term, whole, and universal options. Discover how to tailor your approach to different life stages and financial goals.

🚀🚀🚀 Welcome to the ultimate podcast for all you insurance aficionados out there – "The Agent Boost Podcast"! 🎙️ If you've ever wondered how to crack the code on marketing and sales tactics in the wild world of Medicare, health, and life insurance, & ACA well, you've just hit the jackpot.

Hosted by Dan and Mike Hardle, they're sharing the most effective strategies to kill it in the insurance game. Dan is the founder and CEO of Agent Boost Marketing and his brother Mike is the President of Sales. Between them they have written thousands of policies with their own pen and taught and trained thousands of other agents.

So, whether you're a newbie agent trying to crack the code, or a seasoned pro looking to up your game, "Agent Boost" has your back. They're dishing out pro tips on how to build killer marketing campaigns that actually work, reel in clients like a pro fisherman, and close deals with the finesse of a smooth-talking charmer.

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Episodes
  • Episode 119: How to Sell Your Agency with the AmeriLife Deal Team

    Episode 119: How to Sell Your Agency with the AmeriLife Deal Team
    Apr 1 2026

    In this episode, Dan and Mike Hardle sit down with Mike Tobitsch, Victoria Lucas, and Steve Smith from the AmeriLife Deal Team to break down how acquisitions actually work and why more agency owners are choosing to partner instead of going it alone.

    The insurance industry is evolving fast. Growth is harder to sustain on your own, capital matters more than ever, and agents are starting to think long-term about building real enterprise value in their businesses.

    In this episode, we cover:

    • Why agency owners choose to sell or partner

    • The biggest misconceptions about acquisitions

    • What buyers are actually looking for

    • What makes a business attractive and “buyable”

    • How deal structures actually work

    • Why selling doesn’t mean you’re done

    • When to start thinking about a deal

    • What the process looks like from start to finish

    If you’re an agent or agency owner looking to grow, scale, and build something valuable long-term… this episode is for you.

    💻 Website: www.agentboost.com

    💰Get Contracted: https://agentboost.com/get-contracted

    👨🏼‍🎓Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/606332946546184/

    📬 Our Weekly Newsletter: https://agentboost.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/


    00:00 Introduction

    03:00 Why Acquisitions Feel Like a Mystery

    06:30 Why Agency Owners Decide to Sell

    10:00 What Buyers Are Actually Looking For

    13:00 Why Selling Is a New Phase of Growth

    15:30 What Makes a Business Attractive

    20:30 Are Deals Still Happening?

    24:00 Strategic vs Financial Buyers

    29:00 How Deals Actually Start

    34:00 What the Deal Process Looks Like

    40:00 Building a Valuable Business

    49:00 Who Should Consider a Deal
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    57 mins
  • Episode 118: Why You Should Be Selling Allstate featuring Mary Steele and Eric Almassy from Allstate Health Solutions

    Episode 118: Why You Should Be Selling Allstate featuring Mary Steele and Eric Almassy from Allstate Health Solutions
    Mar 26 2026

    In this episode, Dan Hardle and Jeff Gaston sit down with Mary Steele and Eric Almassy from Allstate Health Solutions to break down why more agents are selling Allstate in today’s market.

    The insurance industry is shifting fast. ACA and Medicare are getting more complex, benefits are changing, and relying on one product just isn’t enough anymore.


    Ready to grow your book? Connect with Mary Steele: 👉 https://calendly.com/mary_steele


    The agents who are winning right now are the ones who:

    • Build full portfolios
    • Stack ancillary products
    • Think long-term for their clients
    • Adapt to market changes

    In this episode, we cover:

    • 3×12 plans and how they work
    • The importance of field underwriting
    • Why bundling products creates better outcomes
    • How to combat medical inflation
    • New product innovations from Allstate
    • What agents need to do to stay competitive

    If you’re an agent looking to grow, diversify, and stay ahead of the industry… this episode is for you.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 117: The Medicare Moms ft Carol Labrum, Owner of Clearpath Insurance Solutions

    Episode 117: The Medicare Moms ft Carol Labrum, Owner of Clearpath Insurance Solutions
    Mar 20 2026

    In Episode 117 of the Agent Boost Podcast, Dan and Mike sit down with Carol Labrum, owner of ClearPath Insurance Solutions and founder of the “Medicare Moms.”

    From starting in a grocery store booth while pregnant… to building a thriving, purpose-driven agency, Carol shares how she turned real-life skills into real business success.

    This episode dives into:

    • How moms are already equipped to succeed in insurance

    • Building a flexible, high-income career

    • Creating a culture that actually supports real life• Scaling an agency across states

    • And what it really takes to grow in today’s Medicare market

    If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure where your next opportunity is, this one’s for you.

    📩 Want to connect with Carol?

    Visit: https://www.clearpathinsurancesolutions.com/

    Email: carol@cpathins.com


    Connect with us!

    💻 Website: www.agentboost.com💰Get Contracted: https://agentboost.com/get-contracted👨🏼‍🎓Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/606332946546184/📬 Our Weekly Newsletter: https://agentboost.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/


    00:00 – Intro & Meet Carol Labrum

    00:02:14 – How She Got Started in Insurance

    00:07:09 – Why Moms Thrive in This Industry

    00:12:10 – Building a Flexible, Purpose-Driven Career

    00:19:12 – Growing a Team & Agency

    00:27:25 – Learning, Scaling & Standing Out

    00:35:23 – Systems, Technology & Growth

    00:43:25 – Vision, Challenges & What’s Next

    00:48:54 – Who This Opportunity Is For + Final Thoughts
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    52 mins
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