Nurturing Success · 2026-01-15 · 25 min
Host: John Thompson Guest: Madison Gilmartin In this episode of Nurturing Success , John Thompson welcomes Madison Gilmartin of Goosehead Insurance to discuss the evolving landscape of home and auto insurance, particularly in California. Madison shares her journey from high-pressure medical device sales to building a thriving family-run insurance agency. They unpack the challenges of entering the market during wildfires, the rise of non-admitted carriers, and why education, empathy, and proactive service are essential to helping clients protect what matters most. Madison also shares her approach to team building, the value of working with family, and how old-school tactics like office walk-ins are making a comeback. What You'll Learn: How Madison transitioned from surgical sales to independent insurance What's really happening with California's turbulent home insurance market The difference between admitted vs.
Todd Ballenger: Founder of the National Institute of Financial Education65 / 100Linda Clayton of Atara Wealth ManagementGary Pattengale of MesirowLauren Rockett, Liability AdvisorChris Mastro, CFP® of Impact Fiduciary