Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, and Resilience for Insurance Agents with Michael Allison

The Digital Insurance Agent

The Digital Insurance Agent
Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, and Resilience for Insurance Agents with Michael Allison
Jul 04, 2025
Carl Willis - Agent Branding & Marketing

In this powerful episode of The Digital Insurance Agent Podcast, Carl Willis sits down with Michael Allison, founder of The Adversity Academy and Marine Corps veteran, to discuss the hidden challenges insurance agents face as they move from top producers to effective leaders. Discover how emotional intelligence, mental health awareness, and resilience can transform your agency’s culture and performance.

Michael shares actionable insights on recognizing burnout, building inclusive teams across generations and cultures, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Plus, learn practical leadership strategies to balance high performance with personal well-being and how to leverage your personal story as your superpower.

Whether you’re an independent agent, a captive agent with companies like State Farm or Farmers, or leading a Medicare or life insurance team, this conversation will equip you with the tools to lead with confidence and clarity in today’s fast-changing market.

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