"Most of the time, the only thing separating you from your competitor is your willingness to have the conversation." Michael Weaver
What’s in this episode:
In this episode of The Insurance Buzz, Michael Weaver shares a powerful real-world story of a friend who chose the most expensive homeowners insurance quote—over $800 more—and why.
Michael breaks down the three reasons that customer gladly paid more: education, speed, and service. He explains how showing up, educating, and quoting your absolute best policy every time is how you differentiate yourself in a market full of similar products. This episode is a must-listen for any agent relying on email-only quotes and struggling with low closing ratios.
If you want to sell more policies, build better relationships, and retain customers for life, this story will show you how
[00:00:00] – Intro: Why someone would choose the most expensive quote
[00:01:20] – The quote experience: 3 agents, 3 different approaches
[00:03:00] – The power of conversation and fast follow-up
[00:04:45] – Why the customer chose the $800 higher quote
[00:07:00] – What really matters to customers during a claim
[00:09:30] – Why quoting your best policy every time is a non-negotiable
[00:11:45] – What kind of clients you attract when you lead with value
[00:13:30] – Final thoughts: Your job is to build trust and protect people
📞 Want to close more policies—even if your quote isn’t the cheapest?
✅ Start by quoting your best policy every time
✅ Take the time to educate your prospects
✅ Follow up fast, be different, and build relationships
💬 Have a story like this to share or need help implementing this approach in your agency? Text Michael at (816) 727-7610
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Watch the full episode on YouTube: HERE
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