Medicare Blueprint Advisors - March/April 2021

Medicare Blueprint Advisors - March/April 2021

MED I CAREBLUEPR INT.COM Health Matters

MARCH-APR I L 2021

Tim and I do a lot of reading. Well, what I should say is that Tim and I listen to a lot of books while we drive. As Tim likes to say, “It makes up for wasted time spent driving!” WHY I READ A LOT Don’t Underestimate the Value of the Written Word Reading is part of the work we do every day, and since March 2 in Read Across America Day, what better place to talk about our reading habits than this very newsletter? Tim and I have to read a lot to stay informed and up to date on the many changes that can happen in Medicare. But beyond wandering into the weeds about federal insurance benefits and policy updates, Tim and I frequently enjoy listening to or physically reading business or self-improvement books. Nothing expands our knowledge and skills quite like these books. And, I find listening to a book to be a much more positive experience than anything you listen to on talk radio these days. I can’t control what politicians do, but I can control myself and how I grow. Not every book we choose is a winner, but I believe there’s tremendous value in reading these nonfiction books. It’s not so much the content that I soak up but rather a shift in mindset. There have been multiple times as

“You may only get one or two nuggets from every book you read, but that information is worth the time you invested.”

I read one of these books when I find my mind wandering. I catch myself taking the author’s lessons and applying them to my life. I gain a new perspective, and sometimes it works; other times, it’s a perspective worth simply knowing. As Tim pointed out to me, you may only get one or two nuggets from every book you read, but that information is worth the time you invested. It expands your mind. One of my favorite books is “Good to Great” by Jim Collins. I own a hard copy version of this book, but I recently downloaded the audio version as well. That’s how much I enjoyed it! I was fascinated by the research Collins did examining the habits and traits of great businesses. It’s just as motivating and uplifting as it was when I first read it. I also learned a lot from “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey — even if this was one of the hardest books I have ever read. To this day, I can’t look at the book without thinking back on how difficult it was to get through, but I enjoyed that. I had to go back and reread chapters because I knewwhat I was absorbing was life-changing information. If I was truly going to implement what I was learning, I had to fully grasp it. This March, I encourage you to read a book, whether it’s fiction or nonfiction. Expand your knowledge and get lost contemplating new ideas and worlds created by talented authors. Reading is such a valuable skill — one that can open your mind to new possibilities you never knew existed.

Jason Mackey

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Thank You for Your Reviews!

You Helped Our Team Reach a Big Milestone!

“Tim answered every question I could fathom about Medicare. I believe he has set me on the correct path forward for my Medicare needs. Thank you.” What Our Clients Think!

About two years ago, our team made one simple goal: We wanted more reviews. This wasn’t going to be easy, nor was it going to be comfortable. Asking people to rate us on a regular basis took some guts, but we know there is tremendous value in sharing your feedback with potential clients who are searching for help with their Medicare options. This month, we’re proud to announce that we hit a big milestone in that endeavor. Because of your support, honesty, and trust, we now have 500 testimonials! Also, we’re honored to say that many of those reviews are positive and heartfelt. We love reading what you have to say and truly appreciate each testimonial you provide for potential clients. After all, your words do so much more than boost our egos. While every review may not be perfect, each one is a necessary tool to help us help more people. Studies have shown that many consumers rely on testimonials — either from strangers or via referrals from their friends and family — to sway their decision in working with a business. That means each review could leave an impact on a stressed or frustrated adult who is trying to navigate the Medicare system alone. For us, the more clients we can attract, the more people we can guide through a complex system. That’s our ultimate goal. We want to thank everyone who has submitted a review. We also recognize the diligence and support of our team as we tackled this goal. Without their dedication to our clients and this project, we would not have hit this amazing milestone. But we’re not done yet! Hitting 500 testimonials is a feat worth celebrating, but we are excited to reach new milestones and receive more testimonials. We would be very grateful to anyone willing to provide a testimonial for potential clients.

–James Murdock, customer since 2019

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