CA Power Players Podcast with Tyra Hamilton

Introduction

• Podcast episode featuring Tyra Hamilton from Oregon.
• Host introduces Tyra as impressive and humble, averaging $40-50k/month in her work.
• Tyra shares her journey and insights into the insurance industry.

Tyra's Background

• Tyra did not initially plan to enter the insurance space; she has a background in dance, cheerleading, and promotional marketing.
• Jumped into insurance with initial uncertainty but saw significant early success.
• Made $3,500 in her first week.

Lessons from Failure

• Tyra emphasizes learning from failure as a key to success.
• Grew up in a competitive household with six brothers, fostering a competitive spirit.
• Initially struggled but was determined to succeed.
• Importance of listening (70%) and teaching (30%) as a leader.

Overcoming Challenges

• Struggled with ADHD, which affected focus and organization.
• Developed personal structures and strategies to manage ADHD.
• Importance of being honest with oneself and the team.

Building a Business

• Transitioned from captive to non-captive in the insurance industry.
• Aspires to own her own book of business and build a supportive team.

Personal Story and Motivation

• Had a personal cancer scare and her mother battled breast cancer.
• Motivated to educate others about life insurance and generational wealth, especially in the African-American community.

Success Strategies

• Emphasizes the importance of starting simple and building up knowledge.
• Shares insight into focusing on whole life and term as a starting point.
• Discusses advanced markets, generational wealth, and retirement strategies.

Advice for Agents

• Encourages agents to "level up" by setting clear goals and assessing their paths.
• Life insurance can be a vehicle to achieve broader life goals.
• Suggests focusing on a range of products like Medicare to maintain clients and generate referrals.

Contact Information

• Interested individuals can contact Tyra via phone: 503-506-8459.
• Website: workwithforeverlegacy.com

Conclusion

• Tyra emphasizes the importance of buying life insurance for the living, not just for oneself.
• Encourages creating a legacy for future generations.
• Listeners encouraged to follow Tyra for more insights.