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DON'T HIRE A MARKETING AGENCY

UNTIL YOU READ THIS

At Niche Your Business, we’ve seen too many insurance agents burn through marketing budgets chasing “cheap leads” that never turn into real clients. This guide exists to help you avoid that trap. Before you sign another contract, you deserve to know how to separate agencies that sell activity from partners that deliver actual growth—measured in clients, not clicks.

The Cheap Lead Trap

Most insurance agents are sold on one promise: more leads for less money. It sounds logical—until you realize lead volume has nothing to do with profitability. What actually matters is how many of those leads become paying clients. This is where most agencies either get exposed… or get fired.

The Question to Ask:
"Do you measure success by lead volume or cost per client?"

If they don't know the difference, run. Here is the math they are hiding:

The "Cheap" Way ($50/lead, 2% close): $2,500 / Client
The Smart Way ($100/lead, 20% close): $500 / Client
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Vendor vs. Partner: Spot the Difference

The Vendor

⚠ Talks about "Impressions" & "Clicks"

⚠ Sends raw leads and disappears

⚠ Blames you if leads don't close

"We delivered the leads, it's your job to sell them."
The Partner

✓ Talks about "ROI" & "Close Rate"

✓ Builds your authority asset

✓ Optimizes your sales process

"Let's look at why these leads aren't closing and fix it."

Multi-Channel Strategy: The Test

A rookie buys ads. A pro orchestrates a journey.

Google
Captures Intent

"I need insurance now." Answers their questions exactly when they ask.

Facebook
Builds Awareness

"Who is this agent?" Introduces you while they browse.

YouTube
Builds Trust

"I like this person." Lets you tell your story and prove expertise.

The Question to Ask:
"Walk me through your retargeting strategy. How do you use the second ad to convert the people who didn't buy from the first one?"

Content & Video: The Trust Test

Ads get them to the door. Content keeps them engaged. If an agency only talks about "ads" and ignores content, they are missing the most important part of the journey.

95%
Retention rate in video messaging, compared to just 10% when reading text.
The Question to Ask:
"How will you help me build authority through video? Do you have a content strategy?"
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AI & SEO Authority: The Future Test

ChatGPT doesn't guess. It cites sources. Is your agency building the authority to get you cited?

 
The New Search

People are asking AI, "Who is the best agent?" instead of keywords.

 
 
The Authority Signal

AI trusts sites with Backlinks. Without them, you don't exist.

 
 
The Recommendation

When you have authority, AI recommends YOU as the trusted expert.

The Question to Ask:
"How are you building my backlink profile to ensure AI tools cite me as the authority?"

The Proof Test: Demand Real Numbers

Don't be impressed by big numbers that don't pay the bills. Look for the metrics that actually matter to your business.

Vanity Metrics (Ignore)

Impressions 1,000,000

Clicks 5,000

Cost Per Lead $15.00

Total Leads 500

Profit Metrics (Demand)

Qualified Appointments 50

Close Rate 20%

Cost Per Client $500

ROI 400%

The Question to Ask:
"Can you show me a case study where you lowered the Cost Per Client, not just the Cost Per Lead?"

Your Agency Scorecard: The Final Evaluation

 
The Red Flag Test (Cost per Client?) 10 pts
The Mindset Test (Partner vs Vendor?) 10 pts
The Traffic Test (Multi-Channel?) 15 pts
The Trust Test (Content & Video?) 15 pts
The Future Test (AI & SEO?) 15 pts
The Proof Test (Real Case Studies?) 20 pts
The Relationship Test (Invested?) 15 pts
TOTAL SCORE 100 PTS
Evaluation
Scoring Guide
80 - 100 Points: HIRE THEM
60 - 79 Points: PROCEED WITH CAUTION
Below 60 Points: KEEP LOOKING

The Authority

Meet Your Guide: Chris Greene

Founder, Building a Niche

Chris Greene bridges the gap between elite marketing theory and real-world results. He built a $4 Million agency (The Flood Insurance Guru) using the very strategies he teaches, rejecting "cheap leads" for true authority.

Currently completing his Masters in Digital Marketing, Chris brings a powerhouse of credentials to your corner. As a former HubSpot Partner, YouTube Coach, and certified Endless Customers & Messaging Coach, he helps agents master their message and turn video into their greatest asset.

Ready to Build Your Authority?

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