tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55195202007-12-05T17:09:07.429-06:00$56 and a cloud of Dust. Insurance And Technology by SASid Insurance DevelopmentShawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-35264344085680837932007-12-05T17:08:00.002-06:002007-12-05T17:09:03.828-06:00SASid used as example in Wall Street Journal Bestseller "Results That Last"Most companies have incredibly inconsistent leadership. One or two leaders may be really strong and their departments shine, the others fall by wayside. Inevitably, the good leaders leave and things fall apart. In this new book by Quint Studer, Results That Last, he shows leaders how to standardize simple behaviors?behaviors proven to have predictable positive outcomes?and instill them across theShannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-38279077435608992362007-12-05T17:08:00.001-06:002007-12-05T17:08:37.112-06:00SASid is looking for a National Health RepresentativeSASid is growing and looking for a national representative to market its health insurance products to distribution channels nationwide. If you know somebody that might be interested in this position click here (to view) and email them the job description.Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-22931383215136863022007-12-05T17:07:00.000-06:002007-12-05T17:08:13.939-06:00Life Product News: SLIQ version 2.0 out soonThe Smart Life Insurance Quoting (SLIQ) system is being upgraded to 2.0. We have incorporated numerous ideas and feedback to build the ultimate term life quoting and conversion system. Here are some of the many new features: Compact design: Consumers can see results much easier. Description Icons have been added throughout to help educate consumers on their choices. Smart Filters: Consumers Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-6263428701326946922007-12-05T17:06:00.001-06:002007-12-05T17:06:39.469-06:00Core Health available in NY!Core Health Limited Medical Plans are now available in NY. US Fire has approved the program for sale in NY as of 11/27/07. We expect the product to be available on the Core Health Links the first week in December. This is extremely good news considering how difficult it is to make products available here. Contact us for licensing and details. Online contracting here.Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-67926287784043786032007-12-05T17:04:00.000-06:002007-12-05T17:05:54.019-06:00NEW Markel Smart STM available SASid and Markel Insurance Company release the Smart STM in 20+ states. This competitive and innovative product will offer many deductible ($250 up to $5,000) and coinsurance options (50, 80, 100). A new 3 month option will decrease premiums by 10%. Based on statistical analysis the average person purchases Short Term Medical under 3 months. Click here to try it out. Online contracting here.Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-19693316184032833652007-12-05T09:36:00.001-06:002007-12-05T09:36:38.966-06:00Competence Builds ConfidenceWe have been extremely busy the last few months building new products and tweaking older ones. In the next few months you will see us releasing a series of new products and upgrades to old ones. We are confident that we have the best technology and products being marketed and sold over the internet. You (our distribution) spend a great deal of time and money driving traffic to your websites. Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-69047369439515412172007-11-13T16:44:00.000-06:002007-11-13T16:44:35.535-06:00SASid and Markel Insurance Company Introduce Short Term Medical HealthJanesville, WI November 5, 2007 -- SASid, Inc. and Markel Insurance Company announced today that they have joined together to offer short term health plans for individuals and families. With the new Smart STM plans, consumers will be able to purchase health insurance over the internet or through independent insurance agents or brokers. The plans offer affordable, comprehensive health coverage forShawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-79521792451660317832007-03-27T15:25:00.000-05:002007-03-28T14:01:16.978-05:00What is your time worth?Here is a comparison of SASid's Simple Term Life $250,000 vs. a Traditional Fully underwritten Term Life $250,000 policy. Ok, I know some of you are saying, "Am I doing the right thing?" The answer is absolutely. How many clients actually receive the Super Preferred "Bruce Jenner" rates? Not many. Some clients even get upset because they feel you gave them the bait and switch (low rates to get Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-2618841934196571782007-03-27T15:23:00.000-05:002007-03-27T15:50:18.345-05:00New Simple Term Template LaunchedWe have a new design for the GTL Term Life quoting system too! You can keep the old design or try this new one. We have added a flash image that goes over the highlights of the term product with a fresh new style. Also, we have added more credibility to our products by adding a rotating “Customer Reviews” banner with actual reviews by previous consumers who have purchased the product. Click hereShannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-42648048645775757652007-03-27T15:21:00.000-05:002007-03-27T15:51:43.891-05:00Partnering with the mortgage industryThe non-medical term life with GTL is the easiest way to sell life insurance these days. The new market that is HOT is the Mortgage Industry. Agents that are forming relationships with the mortgage companies and promoting GTL on the Mortgage Companies’ websites are working great. Mortgage Companies have great leads that are very specific to the Simple Term Life Product with GTL. New homeowners Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-82808430656438240702007-03-27T15:15:00.000-05:002007-03-27T15:52:58.847-05:00New and improved BeniCard?We are excited to announce the launch of the New and Improved Benicard! ** Expected Launch - April 1, 2007 ** Three affordable plans to cover the entire family$5,000 to $7,500 Accident Medical Expense Benefit $10,000 to $25,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit options Individual and Family Coverage Online billing and reporting - real-time 24/7 Online agent recruiting and licensing - Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-39588633699077808742007-02-20T15:02:00.000-06:002007-02-20T15:38:03.977-06:00Very strange... I found these backgrounds on the internet. Very strange… Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761627220929362916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-72564931760171602632007-02-15T11:26:00.001-06:002007-02-15T11:26:51.160-06:00What does SAS stand for?Many people have asked me this question and I always disliked answering them with “Shawn And Shannon” or “Shannon And Shawn” (depending on who you were talking to). In 1997, Shawn and I had a concept (along with many others) of selling insurance without the hassle of applications and underwriting. Back then it was a hobby, today a virtual insurance company closing in on 100,000 policies writtenShannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-53742983735873383812007-02-15T11:23:00.000-06:002007-02-15T11:26:00.284-06:00What makes the Simple STM better?>> Customer Feedback The words simple, affordable and convenient come to mind. This product really stands up to its name. We are confident that our consumers agree. Did you know that we review every customer and post results? Here is a recent review: Reviewed by Jennifer on 12-16-2006 "I must say that it is a simple, easy insurance. All the benefits are spelled out very clearly and if I needed Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-7111146593303054992007-02-15T11:18:00.000-06:002007-02-15T11:20:07.920-06:00GTL… Underwriting Process Has Changed... Faster!GTL has made recent changes in underwriting to help speed up the process of getting your clients’ insurance needs issued. Implemented the RX pharmacy report.Average underwriting time is now 3-4 days for decision.GTL will continue to order MIB reports upon app submission.If there is an MIB or Rx hit, GTL will ask client to obtain medical recordsDrawback is they are no longer paying for APS’s. Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-63203750049420330342007-02-15T11:16:00.000-06:002007-02-15T11:21:47.262-06:00Free Individual Health Insurance Prospecting System There are 42-49 million uninsured individuals out there and many of them are looking for health insurance. We have created a online system to generate leads and sales using a two option approach. Option #1 is for the customer who wants advice and/or recommendations; Option #2 is for the "do-it-yourself" client. Clients are sent to the insurance company of your choice (or another online quote Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-65004478547158034822007-02-15T11:11:00.000-06:002007-02-15T11:13:25.988-06:00BeniCard significantly improved for February Launch We are happy to announce BeniCard is being redeveloped and will be re-launched this month. Benicard will have online fulfillment (client will be able to download temporary cards, view plan descriptions, billing, and customer support). Agents will be able to track sales, leads, and commissions online 24/7. Also, agents will be able to recruit distribution online. We will let you know when theShannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-6712400616952167492007-02-01T15:42:00.000-06:002007-02-01T15:55:16.017-06:00Guarantee Trust Life Highlights SASidGTL Connect Volume 4, Number 6 January 2007 Smart and simple approach to insurance. Entrepreneurs Shannon and Shawn Kennedy are revolutionizing the way insurance is marketed, making it easier for agents to reach customers and make sales via the Internet. One of their most successful offerings is fast-issue term life insurance from GTL, which they call “the most exciting product on the market Shawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1166030099593909332006-12-13T11:12:00.000-06:002006-12-13T11:14:59.606-06:00December, 2006FSG has new rates effective January 1, 2007. The new rates have already been added for any quotes with an effective date of January 1st or after. Please download the most current STM rates (The applications online are not state specific). FSG Simple STM 1-6 rate sheet effective 1/1/07 FSG Simple STM 7-12 rate sheet effective 1/1/07Patty Ahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18263271250369184028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1165007059866860352006-12-01T15:04:00.000-06:002006-12-01T15:05:45.413-06:00SASid Advanced Term Life Comparison SystemSASid Advanced Term Life Comparison System makes its debut. SASid Advanced Term Life System is part of SASid's new "Insurance 2.0" initiative. What differentiates SASid's Term Life comparison system from others is the use of AJAX functionality and a consumer review feature. Consumers now rate their term insurance shopping experience, and SASid then aggregates the data from all source's to presentShawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1164226996961619442006-11-22T14:23:00.000-06:002006-11-22T14:26:35.026-06:00SASid Releases Upgraded Distribution Back Office SystemSASid - BOS - Back Office System SASid recently launched our upgraded distribution customer management system. BOS or Back Office System is a integral part of managing your customer base. Using BOS you can now, view every quote for every product, view every partialy completed application, check out where every quote and application came from.. Track your ROI, and commissions, set up new tasks to Shawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1154464329456571242006-08-01T15:32:00.000-05:002006-10-11T13:35:26.483-05:00GTL Simple Whole Life InsuranceSASid recently launched an Online Whole Life Insurance quoting and application system. Up to age 85 years of age. $3000 - $50,000 of coverage. GTL Simple Whole Life Insurance SASid is excited to offer this exciting sales opportunity. SASid is a leader in Online Insurance Technology, now offering ten fully online insurance products. Insurance agents, associations and employers can offer all Shawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1148394434101723192006-05-23T09:23:00.000-05:002006-05-23T09:30:14.293-05:00SASid Develops GreatStartInsurance.com Site for Guarantee Trust Life InsuranceGeatstartinsurance.com lets you purchase guarantee cash value life insurance for your child or grandchild for as little as $2.64 a month Janesville, WI - May 16, 2006 - SASid Insurance Development, leaders in the development of customized platforms for online insurance products, announces the launch of GreatStart® Insurance, a new juvenile life insurance product for Guarantee Trust Life Shannon Kennedyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03634935169689762307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1147120133070702622006-05-08T15:28:00.000-05:002006-05-08T15:35:16.023-05:00SASid Announces RSS feedsWe have added RSS feeds to all agents reporting statistics. In our ongoing effort to provide our agent partners with the most detailed and now fastest client information, we have added RSS feeds to your Agent Back office statistics login. RSS allows you to view recent applications on your MyYahoo Page, Google Home Page, Bloglines Reader, as well as all other newsreader products. Click Here to Shawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5519520.post-1142030696401845442006-03-10T16:44:00.000-06:002006-03-10T16:51:45.203-06:00Fairmont Specialty Group Simple Short Term Medical - FSG Simple STM powered by QuoteIntelligenceThis is the latest addition to the SASid online product library. Powered by our new "QuoteIntelligence" system. Fairmont Specialty Group Simple Short Term Medical - FSG Simple STM This is the most state of the art health insurance system available anywhere. With live data, including all quotes, sales, commissions and conversion ratios, available to brokers instantly. The QuoteIntelligence systemShawnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06022231424946763684noreply@blogger.com