The Mentor’s Playbook with James Benham

In this episode of Awkward Insurance, host Dustyne Bryant talks to James Benham (host of InsurTech Geek Podcast and Vice Chair, Board of Regents at Texas So. University) about thought leadership, mentorship, and entrepreneurship in the insurance industry. They explore the legitimacy of thought leadership as a role in the insurance industry, the value of intentional mentorship programs, and the impact of effective mentor-mentee matching. The discussion highlights bootstrapping benefits, networking without agendas, challenges in claims management, and evaluating industry conferences. They emphasize the barriers to success, the need for supportive networks, and the importance of tackling tough challenges for professional growth.