
Insurance Refocused
The independent insurance agency space is rapidly changing and evolving. The whole industry is feeling it and we want to provide a connection for agents to understand that they’re not alone. Join industry expert, Carey Wallace, and her Gen Z daughter, Lindsay Wallace, as they interview agency owners, and get down in the nitty-gritty of every day topics that you face in your agency. The incoming wave of M&A, agency marketing, technology & insurtech, and generational change is upon us, join us as we redefine the industry!
Insurance Refocused
#60 - Reflecting on Failures w/ Chris Paradiso
In this episode, Carey and Lindsay sit down with Chris Paradiso, the owner of Paradiso Insurance. They discuss Chris's background in insurance and the importance of discipline and mental readiness when buying an agency. Chris shares his experiences with failure and the lessons he has learned from them. He emphasizes the significance of building relationships in the insurance industry and the role of ego in leadership. The conversation also touches on the challenges of managing and inspiring others, as well as the importance of embracing hard things and overcoming fear. In this conversation, Chris Paradiso shares advice for insurance professionals starting out in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of researching and finding successful agents to learn from. Chris also highlights the value of learning from failures and the need for processes and procedures in running an agency. He encourages listeners to reach out to him directly for more information. Lastly, Chris discusses the value of giving and how it can lead to personal fulfillment and success.
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