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The graphic features a vibrant blue background with bold white text that reads, "DO I OWN MY BOOK OF BUSINESS?" Below, it includes images of hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier, both smiling. The podcast branding, "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition," is displayed prominently, along with the host names in a contrasting orange banner at the bottom.

Do I Own My Book of Business?

In this episode, Bill and Travis tackle one of the most common questions they receive: Do I own ...
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Understanding Contingency: A Key Opportunity for Agencies

Contingency, often referred to in various terms like "bonus," "profit sharing," or "growth incentives," represents a form of ...
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The graphic features the title "Agency Foundation: Support for Every Stage" prominently displayed against a blue background. Below the title, hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier, along with guest Whitney Oliver, CISR, CLCS, are shown smiling in a professional setting. The "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast logo is positioned in the corner, enhancing the promotional aspect of the episode.

Agency Foundation: Support For Every Stage

We’re excited to introduce Whitney Oliver, our Agency Partner Growth Coach, who will guide us through the essentials ...
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Top Three Questions to Ask Before Entering an Agency Partnership

Agency partnerships, clusters, and aggregators have become popular routes for insurance professionals looking to grow their businesses, leverage ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "Agency Partnerships: Who's on the Hunt?" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

Agency Partnerships: Who’s on the Hunt?

In this episode, we explore why agency owners, captive agents, producers, and entrepreneurs are turning to agency partnerships. ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "The Big Question: Why Doesn't Everyone Do What We Do?" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

The Big Question: Why Doesn’t Everyone Do What We Do?

In this episode, Bill and Travis tackle one of the most frequently asked questions: "If it’s so great, ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "Taxing Choices: 1099 vs. W-2 Decoding Employment Status" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

Taxing Choices: 1099 vs. W-2 Decoding Employment Status

In this episode, Bill and Stefani Butschle discuss what it means to be a 1099 employee and a ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "Independent or Captive? The Breakdown" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

Independent or Captive? The Breakdown

In this episode, Bill and Travis discuss the major differences between independent and captive agencies. Take a listen ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "Let's Talk About Contingency" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

Let’s Talk About Contingency

In this episode, Bill and Travis discuss what contingency is, who can get it, and the significant impact ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "3 Must-Ask Questions Before You Partner Up" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

3 Must-Ask Questions Before You Partner Up!

In this episode, Travis and Bill discuss the top three questions a potential agency partner should ask before ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "From Baseball To Business: Andy Neary's Playbook" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

From Baseball to Business: Andy Neary’s Playbook

Meet Andy Neary! In this episode, Andy and Travis talk about the upcoming 2024 Annual Owners' Meeting, and ...
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SIA of NC’s Annual Meeting

In this episode, Bill and Travis talk about our upcoming 2024 Annual Owners' Meeting in Durham, NC, and ...
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What is SIA of NC?

In this episode, Bill and Travis answer one of their most-asked questions: What is SIA of NC? Take ...
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Elevate Your Agency with SIA of NC’s Development Webinars

At SIA of NC, we understand the importance of continuous learning and development for insurance agencies. Our Agency ...
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A promotional graphic for the "Build Your Legacy: Insurance Edition" podcast episode titled "Welcome to Our Podcast" featuring hosts Bill Mills and Travis Collier. The background is a vibrant blue with bold white text, and the logo of the podcast includes a stylized microphone. Bill Mills and Travis Collier are both smiling and dressed in business attire, with Mills wearing a dark suit and Collier in a light blue shirt and blazer.

Welcome to Our Podcast

Welcome to SIA of NC's first podcast episode! Meet our hosts, Bill Mills and Travis Collier, as they ...
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Strengthen Your Agency with SIA of NC’s Development Programs

At SIA of NC, we are committed to supporting the growth and success of insurance agencies through our ...
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Empowering Your Business with SIA of NC’s Growth & Development Resources

At SIA of NC, we believe in fostering growth and development for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're ...
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A close-up view of a computer screen displaying a virtual meeting with nine participants, all smiling and waving. A hand from the foreground waves towards the screen, indicating engagement in the virtual interaction.

Elevate Your Agency with SIA of NC’s Development Webinars

At SIA of NC, we understand the importance of continuous learning and development for insurance agencies. Our Agency ...
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