# episode power (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode power. Page: Feed: --- ## [Premium Is for Show, Revenue Is the Dough: Building a Data-Driven Insurance Agency with James Geyer](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/premium-is-for-show-revenue-is-the-dough-building-a-data-driven-insurance-agency-with-james-geyer-episode-427/) _2026-08-19 · Power Producers Podcast_ David Carothers sits down with James Geyer, co-founder of AccountAim, for a conversation about one of the insurance industry's most underutilized assets: data. The discussion explores why agencies need to build the right foundation before chasing AI,automation, and the latest technology. David and James explain how clean data, defined processes, meaningful metrics, and consistent reporting can… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK5738712985.mp3) ## [60% Convert at $4,500/pt: Are You Doing Virtual Myopia Consults Yet?](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/60-convert-at-4500pt-are-you-doing-virtual-myopia-consults-yet) _2026-08-17 · Power Hour Optometry_ What if one of the biggest opportunities in your back-to-school schedule did not require more chair time? Dr. Kate Daluyin has built a highly successful myopia management program inside Vision Source Studio 20/20, and one part of her process immediately caught Eugene's attention. When Dr. Daluyin identifies a child who needs myopia management, most of the deeper conversations with the family… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP33_V1.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [The Leadership Skills Every Commercial Insurance Producer Needs to Win with Kasey D'Amato](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/the-leadership-skills-every-commercial-insurance-producer-needs-to-win-with-kasey-damato-episode-426/) _2026-08-12 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode, David Carothers welcomes leadership coach and keynote speaker kasey D'Amato for a conversation about the mindset behind high-stakes decision-making and why emotional intelligence is a critical skill for commercial insurance producers and agency leaders. Together, they discuss overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing calculated risk, developing future leaders, making data-driven… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK2952727238.mp3) ## [Great Ideas. Zero Follow-Through. The Missing System Behind Every Failed Practice Initiative](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/great-ideas-zero-follow-through-the-missing-system-behind-every-failed-practice-initiative) _2026-08-07 · Power Hour Optometry_ How many good ideas have disappeared inside your practice? You heard something at a conference, identified a new revenue opportunity, and told the team what needed to change. Everyone agreed. But then, a few weeks later, you realized nobody was really doing it anymore. That is not an idea problem. It is an execution problem. This week on Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman sits down with Co-Creator… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP321.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [Why Better Prospecting Data Creates Better Commercial Producers with Rob Gifford](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/why-better-prospecting-data-creates-better-commercial-producers-with-rob-gifford-episode-425/) _2026-08-05 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode, David Carothers sits down with Rob Gifford, co-founder of Insurance X-Date, to discuss how AI and data intelligence are transforming commercial insurance prospecting. The conversation explores new platform enhancements, including AI-powered workflows, workers' compensation rate intelligence, Department of Transportation data, and carrier filing analysis that help producers… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK1578261256.mp3) ## [The OD's Guide on How to Build a $1 Million Aesthetics Practice](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/the-ods-guide-on-how-to-build-a-1-million-aesthetics-practice) _2026-07-31 · Power Hour Optometry_ Most ODs who enter aesthetics start in a similar place. They purchase IPL or radio frequency technology for dry eye. They discover the equipment can do more. They add a few aesthetic treatments to the schedule, and then the opportunity stalls. The devices are there. Patients show some interest. But aesthetics never becomes a real business. This week on Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman sits down… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP311.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [The Relationship Advantage: Winning More Business in the Age of AI with Patrick Galvin](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/the-relationship-advantage-winning-more-business-in-the-age-of-ai-with-patrick-galvin-episode-424/) _2026-07-29 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with relationship-building expert, author, and speaker Patrick Galvin to explore why authentic human connection has become the greatest competitive advantage in an increasingly AI-driven business environment. The conversation begins with David reflecting on the recent Producers in Paradise event and why its structure… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK4749461631.mp3) ## [Three Practices Reveal Where Your Optical Is Leaking Profit](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/three-practices-reveal-where-your-optical-is-leaking-profit) _2026-07-23 · Power Hour Optometry_ Most practices assume that selling more glasses means making more money. But what if that is not always true? In this week's episode of Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman sits down with Dr. Lacy Crissup (Co-Owner of Claremore Eye Associates), Dr. Trinae Rosato (Owner of Rosato Family Eyecare LLC) and Dr. Brian Abert (Founder of Vista Eye Care and Member of the AOA & COA), to discuss what happened… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP301.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [How AI Is Freeing Producers to Sell More with Colby Tunick](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/how-ai-is-freeing-producers-to-sell-more-with-colby-tunik-episode-423/) _2026-07-22 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with Colby Tunik, founder of Refocus AI, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping the independent insurance agency without replacing the people who make it successful. Rather than focusing on flashy AI tools, the conversation centers on practical applications that help agencies automate repetitive administrative… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK9592275635.mp3) ## [STOP Saying "How Are You?": How We Waste Our Best Chances to Build Meaningful Connections](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/stop-saying-how-are-you-how-we-waste-our-best-chances-to-build-meaningful-connections) _2026-07-17 · Power Hour Optometry_ How are you? Most people answer that question without thinking. "Good. Fine. Okay." Then the conversation moves on, and nothing meaningful is learned. But what if that question is one of the reasons so many conversations stay stuck at the surface? In this week's episode of Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman sits down with Bart Foster, Founder and CEO of BusinessOutside, to discuss how better… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP291.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kd1nFTsWGtUt) _2026-07-17 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [Why Claims Are the Greatest Sales Wedge in Commercial Insurance with Jess Dantice](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/why-claims-are-the-greatest-sales-wedge-in-commercial-insurance-with-jess-dantice-episode-422/) _2026-07-15 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers welcomes Jesse Dantice to discuss why claims management is one of the most underutilized sales strategies in middle market commercial insurance. Drawing from his experience as both an agency owner and the founder of Zenjuries, Jess explains how producers can use claims data, lag-time reporting, and proactive claims management to… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK1039357334.mp3) ## [Warning! Q2 Numbers Need Your Attention. Make Your Proactive Plan Today](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/q2-numbers-are-in-and-they-are-not-great-refractions-down-revenue-down-exam-only-up-dr-jason-lake) _2026-07-10 · Power Hour Optometry_ Independent practice performance is under pressure. Refractions are down. Revenue is down. Exam-only behavior is climbing. And for many practices, the first half of 2026 has been much tougher than expected. In this week's episode of Power Hour, Eugene Shatsman sits down with Dr. Jason Lake, General Manager of PERC & Opti-Port, to examine real-time independent practice performance data and discuss… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP281.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [How Technology Is Transforming Captive Insurance with Illia Pinchuk](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/how-technology-is-transforming-captive-insurance-with-illia-pinchuk-episode-421/) _2026-07-08 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with IIlia Pinchuk, founder of Diceus, to discuss how technology is reshaping the captive insuranceindustry. While many conversations around captives focus onstructure, underwriting, ortax strategy, this discussion centers on the operational side of running a successfulcaptive. IIlia explains how captive managers and captive… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK1487037525.mp3) ## [The Big Optical Playbook: The Strategy Behind Patient Capture and Optical Growth in Your Practice](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/the-big-optical-playbook-the-strategy-behind-patient-capture-and-optical-growth-in-your-practice) _2026-07-03 · Power Hour Optometry_ You did the exam. You built the relationship. You made the recommendation. And then the patient walked out and bought their eyewear somewhere else. That moment is one of the most frustrating leaks in an independent practice. But it is also one of the most strategic opportunities. In this week's episode of Power Hour, host Eugene Shatsman sits down with Megan Molony, Vice-President of the Optical… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP271.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [AI Won't Replace Your Agency, Better Systems Will with Jason Cass & Athena Page](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/ai-wont-replace-your-agency-better-systems-will-with-jason-cass-athena-page-episode-420/) _2026-07-01 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers welcomes Jason Cass and Athena Page from Virtual Intelligence to discuss one of the hottest topics in the insurance industry today: the intersection of artificial intelligence and virtual professionals. The conversation challenges the common belief that AI will replace virtual assistants, arguing instead that agencies with documented… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK2935715301.mp3) ## [From Doctor-Owner to Practice CEO: Building a Business That Can Grow Beyond You | Dr. Nick Lillie](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/from-doctor-owner-to-practice-ceo-building-a-business-that-can-grow-beyond-you-dr-nick-lillie) _2026-06-26 · Power Hour Optometry_ What does it actually mean to be the CEO of your practice? For many practice owners, that question does not become real until growth starts creating pressure. The practice gets busier. The team needs more direction. Associates need more training. Patients still expect the owner's touch. And suddenly, the thing that once felt like a successful business starts feeling like a very well-paying job.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/From_Doctor-Owner_to_Practice_CEO_Building_a_Business_That_Can_Grow_Beyond_You__Dr._Nick_Lillie_-_The_Power_Hour_The_Optometry_Podcast.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [Why Process, Discipline, and Execution Still Matter More Than Technology with Ryan Mathisen and Sean Mulhern](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/why-process-discipline-and-execution-still-matter-more-than-technology-with-ryan-mathisen-and-sean-mulhern-episode-420/) _2026-06-24 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with Ryan Mathison and Sean Mulhern to discuss the intersection of AI, agency operations, and technology adoption. While AI dominates industry conversations, the group emphasizes that technology is not a substitute for strong fundamentals. Agencies must first build solid processes, procedures, and operational discipline… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK8431074484.mp3) ## [$800–$1,100+ Revenue Per Patient Across Associate Doctors: Build Your Specialty Growth System](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/8001100-revenue-per-patient-across-associate-doctors-build-your-specialty-growth-system) _2026-06-19 · Power Hour Optometry_ There's a moment in every specialty service conversation where the patient either leans in or checks out. And in dry eye, that moment usually has very little to do with the machine. It has to do with whether the patient understands what the doctor sees, why it matters, and what happens if they do nothing. That's where this week's Power Hour with Dr. Todd Cohan, Owner of Midwest Dry Eye Center and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/PH_S14_EP25.mp3?dest-id=108649) ## [Thinking Beyond the Renewal: Captives and Long-Term Client Strategy with Warren Cleveland](https://killingcommercial.com/podcast/thinking-beyond-the-renewal-captives-and-long-term-client-strategy-with-warren-cleveland-episode-419/) _2026-06-17 · Power Producers Podcast_ In this episode of the Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers sits down with Warren Cleveland to discuss why captives should be part of every middle market producer’s long-term strategy. David challenges producers to stop thinking transactionally and start thinking about the end game for their clients, helping them reduce total cost of risk, improve profitability, and eventually become… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/EOPOK1970542897.mp3) ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hfRYqpzh7Rxl) _2026-06-17 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [For the Next 48 Hours, The Eyecare B.O.S.S. Book Is Completely Free](https://powerhouroptometry.libsyn.com/for-the-next-48-hours-the-eyecare-boss-book-is-completely-free) _2026-06-12 · Power Hour Optometry_ By overwhelming request, we've decided to do something special for our Power Hour listeners. As a thank you for being part of the community, we've partnered with Amazon to make the Kindle version of The Eyecare B.O.S.S. book completely free, only for the next 48 hours. If you've listened to our recent Power Hour episodes introducing The Eyecare B.O.S.S., you know this isn't just another business… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/powerhouroptometry/Eyecare_BOSS_Book_is_Live.mp3?dest-id=108649)