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" Well the best of luck to you. Most GAs crash and burn since they can't get full time agents to write business. It'll be interesting to see how hiring part-time works. "
In the beginning I am going to be actively marketing myself 2 or 3 days a week to generate revenue. As we bring people on - they'll understand that it will be 4 to 8 weeks before they may realize any income. Those willing - will be able to market MA's that will pay sooner than Health / Life. We'll also be generating our own " feet in the street " leads - so, out of pocket costs will be lower for the agents.
" Also, the learning curve for new full-time agents before they actually know what they're doing it at least six months. Part-time? Well in about 2 years they should be up to speed. "
No offense - but in less than a week I learned enough about MA's in our area to be able to effectively close deals WHILE providing additional benefits to the client. If I wasn't wasting 4 weeks waiting on my FMO to get my license - I'd already be earning revenue. Future agents can be sponsored in a day with a new company I've discovered, so they'll be able to begin generating sales quicker.
Our plan is to send new agents out to pre-set appointments in teams of two with their upline on "ride alongs", or two new agents teaming up on appointments with their upline there virtually via phone or webcast. There will be strength in numbers and the upline will be able to provide assistance with details or closing. All new agents must "ride" along with an upline till they feel comfortable leading the cause and the upline signs off.
Remember - the majority of new agents coming aboard will have another source of income OR they will be new to the working class and not replacing any lost income - since they had none prior to joining. However - Someone wanting a fast track, and that shows above average ability will go a different route.
With only having 3 or 4 choices per category, ie: MA, Supps, Health, Life, etc - learning product knowledge will be easier and the learning curve will be shorter.
As stated earlier - training and follow up will be the keys to everyone's success. I imagine it won't be easy at first - but, once leaders rise to the top and begin to manage their downlines - it will get easier.
I actually talked to someone today that recommended partnering with semi-retired experienced agents to manage incoming agents. Someone could manage 4 to 6 downline agents and produce INSANE over-rides.
Many options. I'm sure we'll need to adapt and adjust as we go. We're willing to give 100% to make it happen.
I appreciate all the suggestions and comments.
Tom
In the beginning I am going to be actively marketing myself 2 or 3 days a week to generate revenue. As we bring people on - they'll understand that it will be 4 to 8 weeks before they may realize any income. Those willing - will be able to market MA's that will pay sooner than Health / Life. We'll also be generating our own " feet in the street " leads - so, out of pocket costs will be lower for the agents.
" Also, the learning curve for new full-time agents before they actually know what they're doing it at least six months. Part-time? Well in about 2 years they should be up to speed. "
No offense - but in less than a week I learned enough about MA's in our area to be able to effectively close deals WHILE providing additional benefits to the client. If I wasn't wasting 4 weeks waiting on my FMO to get my license - I'd already be earning revenue. Future agents can be sponsored in a day with a new company I've discovered, so they'll be able to begin generating sales quicker.
Our plan is to send new agents out to pre-set appointments in teams of two with their upline on "ride alongs", or two new agents teaming up on appointments with their upline there virtually via phone or webcast. There will be strength in numbers and the upline will be able to provide assistance with details or closing. All new agents must "ride" along with an upline till they feel comfortable leading the cause and the upline signs off.
Remember - the majority of new agents coming aboard will have another source of income OR they will be new to the working class and not replacing any lost income - since they had none prior to joining. However - Someone wanting a fast track, and that shows above average ability will go a different route.
With only having 3 or 4 choices per category, ie: MA, Supps, Health, Life, etc - learning product knowledge will be easier and the learning curve will be shorter.
As stated earlier - training and follow up will be the keys to everyone's success. I imagine it won't be easy at first - but, once leaders rise to the top and begin to manage their downlines - it will get easier.
I actually talked to someone today that recommended partnering with semi-retired experienced agents to manage incoming agents. Someone could manage 4 to 6 downline agents and produce INSANE over-rides.
Many options. I'm sure we'll need to adapt and adjust as we go. We're willing to give 100% to make it happen.
I appreciate all the suggestions and comments.
Tom
