Growth through Change



2010 Best Practices Teleconference Calendar

About the Best Practices Teleconferences:
There are six teleconferences conducted each year, each featuring a different panel of practitioner experts. Each teleconference is one hour long, including a Q&A session at the end.

Members: There is now a new process in place to ensure that you get on each Best Practices Teleconference on time. You must register ahead of time to attend teleconference. Participation in the teleconferences is not available to non-members.

January 20, 2010 – Completed
Warm-Source Recruiting for Maximum Impact

Research has shown that warm sources are the best source of high-quality candidates. Focusing on warm-source recruiting will maximize your recruiting efforts and ultimately improve long-term retention. Leave this call better equipped to:

  • Develop relationships and build trust with sources
  • Strategically use centers of influence
  • Communicate effectively in multicultural communities

Moderator: Ross Borzin

Event Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Event Time: 11:00 a.m. ET

Please Note: The Conference ID number is used for registration. You will receive a unique pin number for the audio conference. Don't forget to write down the pin you're assigned since you will need it to join the call.



April 21, 2010 – Completed
Achieving Excellence in Frontline Management

Increase productivity and retention of your new frontline leaders with tools that will give them traction in their first 12 months. Build critical skills that allow frontline leaders to excel in:

  • Recruiting and selecting the best possible team
  • Setting expectations and coaching for performance
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with their advisor teams

Moderator: Lily Fong, American General Life and Accident



September 15, 2010
Finish the Year Strong

Strategies to accelerate fourth quarter performance. Increase sales production and improve retention with methods that:

  • Motivate agents to become proactive through performance measurement
  • Increase the impact of target campaigns
  • Improve cross-selling opportunities

Moderator: Maurice B. Springer, New York Life Insurance Company

Event time: 11 a.m. ET

Register for teleconference: https://services.choruscall.com/links/gama100915.htm



November 17, 2010
Connectivity Across Generations

Create an inclusive culture by fostering generational diversity. Balance the needs of different generations to increase effectiveness:. Listeners will learn strategies to:

  • Tailor recruiting efforts to generational needs
  • Maximize training by using the right tools/techniques for each generation
  • Create cross-generational opportunities for joint work, mentoring, and learning

Moderator: Dave Saviage, M.B.A., ChFC FIC

Event time: 11 a.m. ET

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