BNI Fort Bend
How many members does our chapter currently have?
28
Who are my ideal clients?
Self-employed or 1099 contract workers, Families, Individuals, and Small Businesses (<5 employees)
Can you buy health insurance when you need it? (i.e after an accident or a diagnosis, need of surgery, etc.)
No
How long have I been a member of BNI, collectively?
3 years
Typically, when is my busiest time of the year?
Q4, specifically - November & December, which is open enrollment for most plans, business owners also may have their enrollment during this time as well.
Which type of health plan tends to be the most preferred: EPO, HMO, or PPO?
PPO. It gives the insured the most choice, flexibility, and freedom.
Who are my core power partners, at least 2?
Medicare, Home & Auto, Commercial Insurance, Financial Advisors, Bookkeeping/Accounting
How long have I been in the health care industry?
15 years, going strong; 4 years in insurance THIS YEAR!!
What percentage of bankruptcies are due to medical bills?
66.5% of bankruptcies according to a study in 2019
If I could have 1 classification filled in our group what would it be?
Divorce Attorney or Commercial Insurance
How many states am I licensed in?
30+ (33 to be exact, for extra points)
What's the average national cost for health insurance for an individual 40 year old in 2024?
Trick Question - everyone's situation is different
Fun Fact: you'll never guess what happened on a BNI 1:1.. (not this group)
Practically flipped a table, trying to get up, and spilled water all over another member - no alcohol was involved!
What's an easy, and free, way you can promote Etta & Associates any time of the year?
1) Write a review on Google Business, Facebook, Linkedin, or NextDoor (or all of them)
2) Do a post/shoutout on your Facebook, Linkedin, or Nextdoor
3) Comment, Like, & Share my content on social media
What percent of adults aged 18-64 are uninsured?