THE POWER OF ONE – YOU!

Throughout history, we have heard copious examples of how a singular person’s actions have made a significant difference in the world. Perhaps it was a life saved when a bystander leapt into action even with their own wellbeing at risk. It could be a movement that was started when one brave individual put herself out there for a cause that benefited the greater good. On a smaller scale, we observe the indelible positive impacts every single day that teachers, parents, neighbors, professionals, police officers, and other “ordinary” people can have within their spheres of influence. In fact, each person reading this article undoubtedly has a personal example of how he or she impacted the world around them for the better because of something they said or did.

No matter how big or how small the scope of significance may be, there is a common thread that runs through all of these instances. The common denominator is this: One person decided to act; to simply move into action and do something. Admittedly, the effects of such decisions are generally neither immediate nor dramatic. More often, each effort is a miniscule moving of the needle that compounds in potency given enough time and consistency.

For most people, there is no shortage of “what-ifs” and “should’ves” that plague our thoughts like a bad song that gets stuck in our mind. After all, nobody wants to come to the end of their life and reminisce on all the ways they didn’t make a difference and didn’t make their opportunities count. Fortunately, opportunities abound and most of us are willing. The looming question is simply “how?”

I’m convinced that the PIA consists of some of the best and brightest insurance professionals in the industry. Most have experienced the satisfaction that comes with helping protect what is most important to our insureds by educating, writing correct coverages and limits, and advising well. We have been there for our clients when they cut the ribbon on their new businesses and when we deliver the life insurance check to the widow. What we do matters – maybe even more than we realize.

In addition to the difference we make in our (agency or carrier) role within the independent insurance channel, the PIA provides numerous onramps which allow individuals to cast an even wider net of positive influence. Let me give an example. In March and May, members of the PIAW, its Board, and Legislative Committee members, met with lawmakers in both Madison and Washington DC to advocate on critical insurance-related legislative issues. These issues, which we have outlined in several recent editions of the Wisconsin Professional Agent magazine, would have direct implications on the entire insurance industry.

Incredibly, this small group of individuals was able to schedule inperson meetings with lawmakers in their offices, discuss the details of the issues, and make recommendations in favor of, or in opposition to, proposed legislation. Often times, the legislators were not familiar with the ramifications of the issues and subsequently took preferred action based on the PIA’s recommendations. While the outcomes of some of these issues have yet to be determined, it is evident that the decision of these PIAW individuals to act is truly moving the needle in the right direction.

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