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Field Notes

Quick, actionable insights from top Fraternal Financial Professionals. Each read takes only a few minutes and shares a field-tested tactic you can use today.

NEW • Identity

5 Ways to Explain the "Fraternal Difference"

Contributors: King, White, DeMarco, Bethel, Vosler, Ruffo, Byers & Melancon

How to explain our unique industry model without getting bogged down in tax codes. Learn 5 member-tested ways to focus on alignment, values, and local impact.

Identity Storytelling
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Prospecting

First Appointments: What’s Actually Working

Contributors: Melancon, Newlin, Morgan, Villaça, Ruffo & McIver

Prospects are busier than ever. Learn the 6 specific ways seasoned producers are cutting through the clutter to get members to commit to a time.

Appointments Ghosting
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Objections

When a Client Says: “That’s Too Expensive”

Contributors: Lukas, Chambers, DeMarco, Adamson, Desaubin, Huenniger, McIver, Pugh & Byers

Learn how top agents clarify the real objection, reframe consequence vs. price, and right-size coverage without losing the sale.

Objections Budget
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Process

Re-Engaging Old Leads or Clients

Contributors: DeMarco, Melancon, Malmstrom, Filippelli, Ruffo, Huenniger & Vosler

Practical ways to reconnect with past prospects and clients using scripts and systems that keep you top-of-mind.

Follow-up Pipeline
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Referrals

How to Ask for Referrals Without Feeling Pushy

Contributors: Cabral, Newlin, Christian, Maschmeyer, Romano, Kraemer & Medley

Service-based approaches that increase quality introductions by focusing on timing and language rather than pressure.

Referrals Service
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Retention • Coming Soon

The Annual Review Pivot

Most agents dread the annual review—or skip it entirely. We want to know: What is your specific agenda to turn a "service call" into a revenue-generating meeting?

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Growth • Coming Soon

Meeting the Beneficiaries

The best time to meet the next generation is before the claim. What is your strategy for getting introduced to your client's adult children?

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