Agency Intelligence

In this episode of Agency Freedom Podcast, James talks with Erik Sjolie, the agency principal of Sky Insurance Brokers in Sacramento, CA. Episode Highlights: James encourages listeners to join the Live Coaching Calls every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. CST. (2:27) Erik discusses his background and what led to his decision to leave the corporate world. (17:15) Erik believes that failing is the best trainer in the world. (19:58) Erik discusses the thought process behind making the shift from Life & Health to Personal & Commercial. (22:34) Erik shares what he went through when made the jump to being independent. (27:51) Erik offers advice to anyone establishing their own agency. (36:48) Erik explains how he resists the desire to specialize. (41:37) Erik discusses the importance of company culture, which is often overlooked when starting a business. (54:59) Erik advises anyone beginning a company to read Phil Knight's book Shoe Dog and pay attention to the overtones of perseverance. (1:02:31) Key Q