7 Insurance Marketing Errors That Keep Insurance Agents From Growing

Marketing in the insurance world has changed—and if your strategy hasn’t, you’re probably losing clients without even realizing it. Whether you're an independent agent or run a small brokerage, avoiding key insurance marketing mistakes is the difference between a growing book and a flat one. Here are the 7 most common marketing errors insurance professionals make —and how to turn things around: ❌ 1. No Online Presence If clients can’t Google you, they can’t find you. No website, no reviews, no social media = no trust. ❌ 2. No Clear Value Proposition “We have great rates” isn’t a unique pitch anymore. Modern consumers want to know why you are the best fit—not just the cheapest. ❌ 3. No Automated Follow-Up Most leads don’t convert on the first call. Without automation, you’re missing out on 70% of your potential sales. ❌ 4. Buying Leads With No Filters Generic leads = generic results. The best agencies buy filtered, real-time leads that match their license zone and niche....