Clash of the Titans - Part Two

I​f you have been following my recent articles, you might have noticed that I am a boxing fan. The individuality of the sport, and the courage and perseverance that professional boxers display is what made me a fan of the sport of boxing.

In boxing, personal responsibility and accountability are traits that every champion embodies. After eight-weeks of grueling training and game-planning with the respective fighter’s team, the boxer must enter the arena on his own – by himself.

The results (excluding the unfortunate times when judges are corrupt) speak for themselves – you either win or lose. The pugilistic nature of the sport is raw, and one punch can change a boxer’s career. That one knockout punch – sometimes called the Sunday Punch – can change the trajectory of the future.

For the winning fighter, they become or retain the championship belt. For the losing fighter, the one that got nailed with the Sunday Punch, they often face a crossroad in their career and in life. They can choose to retire or mount a comeback for revenge.

Last weekend, the world watched as Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford headlined Netflix’s first professional boxing championship bout. Both fighters were champions in various weight classes, and both were known as contenders for the unofficial “pound for pound” best fighters in the world.

While Alvarez was favored to win, many thought Crawford would prevail. And he did, indeed win the fight. After 12 rounds of fighting, the judges unanimously called the fight for Crawford. It was an easy evening for the slick, quick and cunning Terence Crawford. He outclassed Alverez and became the super-middleweight champion of the world.

So, what does this have to do with annuities and life insurance?

We all face challenges and crossroads in our daily lives. The way we respond to challenges is the key to everything. Positivity is a choice and leading a positive professional and home life is paramount for anyone in our business.

And while you are an independent agent – you are not alone. The Ohlson Group is in your corner. We have the best back office in the industry. The smartest marketers in America and a family-built business that is being run by family! Sure, my brother Nick and I are family. But we view all our employees as family – and we extend that same warm welcome to agents working with us.

Planning for 2026? If not, now is the time. We have you covered – pre-set annuity appointments, a seminar program taught and mentored by a $50M annual FIA producer. And our tried and tested Safe Money Places lead program.

If your IMO is not “in your corner” – give us a call. We are ready to go to work and crown you as the CHAMPION that you already know you are!

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​Until Next Time – Good Selling! 

​Joseph R. Ohlson LUTCF
President
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