Giving Back with Don Shampine
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Donald Shampine, President of Michigan Insurance Group. They discuss the importance of knowledge and education in the sales process, the challenges of starting and running an agency, and the benefits of being involved in industry associations. Episode Highlights: Don shares […]
Throwback: Be a Problem Solver
In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck discuss how important it is to solve problems instead of selling a product because as prospects share information, the higher the chances are of being able to close a sale. Episode Highlights: David mentions that he’s beginning to believe that […]
Raising the Roof with Peter Dunn
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Peter Dunn, Sr. Vice President, Commercial Division at DHI Commercial Roofing. Peter Dunn discusses DHI Commercial Roofing’s proactive approach to roof inspections and maintenance recommendations, as well as its use of technology to monitor weather events, and the importance of […]
Adapting in an Everchanging Environment with Jacob Simon
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Jacob Simon, Founder & CEO at Adapt API. They discuss the benefits of using Adapt API to streamline processes and automate repetitive tasks and the challenges of automating the exchange of information between carriers and agencies. Episode Highlights: Jacob explains […]
Mastermind on the Hard Market Session 2
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and guest co-host Josh Gurley discuss various topics related to the insurance industry, including the challenges of the hard market and the importance of branding and building strong relationships. Episode Highlights: David discusses the challenges of a hard market, including increased rates and longer processing […]
Throwback: Get Better Every Day with Will Shaw
In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Will Shaw, CEO, and co-founder of Better Agency. Will discusses InsurTech, commercial aspects, and how agency owners grow their businesses more effectively with Better Agency. Episode Highlights: Will talks about his time as an NFL player. (5:42) Will responds […]
Mastermind on the Hard Market Session 1
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and guest co-host Josh Gurley discuss the challenges of navigating the hard market in the insurance industry, the importance of understanding reinsurance, and providing accurate information to underwriters. Episode Highlights: David mentions that it’s essential to understand how to converse with clients and prospects about […]
Throwback: Solving Serious Cyber Situations with Angel Rojas
In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Angel Rojas, CEO of DataCorps Technology Solutions, Inc. Angel discusses what cybersecurity is all about and the five best practices that every business should implement. Episode Highlights: Angel shares his background. (2:10) Angel shares what he sees in the […]
Mindfulness with Josh Braun
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Josh Braun, a Sales Guru, and host of the Inside Selling Podcast. Josh discusses his approach to sales and how mindfulness training can help you lower the zone of resistance people often have with salespeople. Episode Highlights: Josh shares that […]
My Greatest Affliction is My Greatest Super Power
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers reveals that his single biggest affliction also serves as his most powerful superpower, and discusses the importance of self-care and how the pressure to emulate “perfect” role models can set newer producers up for disappointment. Episode Highlights: David discusses his childhood experiences with ADHD and […]