347. The 6-Step Blueprint to Survive (and Win) as a New Insurance Agent-Part 2

Listen to this episode from The Insurance Buzz on Spotify. “Create a business that funds your vision—not one that traps you in someone else’s.” – Michael WeaverWhat’s in this episode:In Part 2 of this real-talk series on The Insurance Buzz, Michael and Courtney continue their deep dive with agency owner and insurance coach Matt Dietz. This episode tackles the hard truths that most agents avoid—budgeting, burnout, delegation, and how to scale without blowing your margins.Whether you’re a brand-new agent or already scaling a book, this episode helps you build a business that lasts—not just one that looks good on a leaderboard.If you’re serious about building profit, retention, and legacy—this one’s for you.[00:00] Marketing on $0: Why your local community is your best lead source[02:00] The pizza shop story and the myth of hustle[04:00] Time Management: The “Power of an Hour” method[07:00] Delegation done right—without dropping the ball[11:00] The trap of training staff before you’ve trained yourself[14:00] Budget reality check: when payroll goes up, premium must follow[17:00] Why most agents lose money on internet leads[20:00] The hidden cost: lapse/can and the long-term impact[23:00] Lifetime value vs. ego-driven sales[25:00] Final thoughts: Know your dream. Run your race.📲 CONNECT WITH MATTWebsite: Agency LaunchPodcast: Agency Launch and Simply Explaining InsuranceInstagram: @dietzagencyText him: 208-213-8809 (Text “FREE” for his resource guide)📚 RESOURCES + LINKSWatch the full episode on YouTube: HEREGet the Book: Quote 3: How to Make Multiple 6 Figures in Any Sales OrganizationJoin 7,000+ agents inside the Weaver Sales Academy 7-Day DemoText “BUZZ” to 816-727-7610 to connect with MichaelFOLLOWWebsite: https://www.weaversa.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelweaverwsa/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaelweavertraining?sub_confirmation=1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelweaverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michaelweaver_/🎁 Weaver Sales Academy Just Turned 7 — And You Get the Gift 🎁 We’re throwing it all the way back to Day 1 pricing (actually… even better). For a limited time, get full access to the exact systems helping agents close more life and P&C—without the guesswork. ✅ Train brand-new hires to sell in under 10 days ✅ Master Life Insurance, Multi-line, and high-converting closes ✅ Built for top-performing insurance agencies and teams Use code "BIRTHDAY" at checkout—then hit the blue ☑️ to see your savings! 👉 Grab the deal now or schedule a call with our team. Let’s build your next top producer together. CHECKOUT or BOOK A CALL