MetLife Agent Call Scripts Guide
MetLife Agent Call Scripts Guide
Scripts
Agent's Initial Career
Approach Script
"Thank you for giving me the opportunity to introduce myself, the objective of this
meeting is to analyze your current situation, as well as the goals you want to
achieve.
Before we start, I would like you to know who I am and why MetLife is the best
company.”
Tell your story or your experience as an Insurance Advisor, share why you do what you do and why you are their
best option. (30 to 60 seconds)
“At MetLife we specialize in the field of Life Insurance and Major Medical Expenses,
we have 150 years of experience covering more than 100 million Clients around the
world, and presence in 50 countries, in Mexico and other countries we are the
company No. .1 Life Insurance.
Now that you know who I am and who MetLife is, I would like to know more about
you. I need to ask you some questions to detect if there are risks that prevent you
from achieving your projects. Do you agree?
“I tell you that I am currently a business partner of MetLife and I thought of you
because I want to introduce you to our Needs Detection model, which will help you
see what stage of your life you are in today and how you can plan your life project.
“I'm writing it down in my calendar to block the date, help me do the same.”
Thank you and say goodbye cordially. Show yourself motivated.
Personal Observation
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Telephone contact scripts
remember
from my?" Interact naturally with your Prospect for no more than 30 seconds and return to the objective of the
call.
“Do you remember that I told you that I dedicate myself to ________” ( What you told
them
in the first contact ) “I would like to meet with you to talk in more detail about the topic.
“I'm writing it down in my calendar to block the date, help me do the same.”
Referrals
“Hello, good morning/afternoon, ___ ( name that the Referrer told you )
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Telephone contact scripts
A few days ago I had the opportunity to work with ___________ ( name he told you
Referrer ) , told me that you are a very committed person and that my services may be
of great interest to you, which is why I would like to meet with you.
When we will meet? He ________or the ________? You wait for a response
At morning or evening? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
“I'm writing it down in my calendar to block the date, help me do the same.”
Thank you and say goodbye cordially. Show yourself motivated.
1st appointment
"(Name)________If I asked you now if you know anyone who needs life insurance,
you would surely say no, but I am sure that you know many people with your same
characteristics:
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Telephone contact scripts
“Who are your best friends who have these characteristics?”
2nd date
"(name) _________“Did you like the advice I gave you?” ____ Wait for the response
Prospectus “Would you recommend it?” Wait for the Prospect's response “To whom?”
________Wait for the Prospect's response and start writing down the names he or she gives you.
“Most Advisors dedicate 80% of their time to generating new clients and 20% to
providing service to them, I like to do it differently and dedicate most of my time to
my Clients. If you could help me do it, would you?” Wait for the Prospect's response
Then share with me the name of the people you want us to help.
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Tips when requesting Referrals.
Ø Make a square and divide it into 4, in each quadrant write down a category
(family, friends, work, and the fourth quadrant will depend on the interests that
the Advisor has, what profile are you looking for?
Ø If the Agent is just starting out, he or she can ask for Referrals in writing with the
questions: Did you like the advice I gave you? (yes/no) Would you recommend
me? (yes/no) With whom? (lines for you to write)
Ø If when asking for referrals the Prospect mentions that he has to ask his friends
first before giving his information, mention that he can support you by sending
them the following message on Whats and in this way he will anticipate them.
Message: “(name) within the week you will be contacted by (name of advisor)
who is my financial advisor; Please receive it from me.”
Whatever this is
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Objection Handling Script
• It's good that you told me __________, I'm going to take it into account the day
we
let's meet Does it seem good to you ____or the ________? Are you waiting for a
response ?
morning or afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• I understand what your saying to me _, I understand that you are not interested in
something you haven't had the opportunity to know. For this reason I am
interested in meeting with you. Does it seem good to you _____or the ? You wait for
a response
at morning or evening? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• The objective of the appointment is to introduce myself, my company and for you
to decide if the information can be useful to you, I only need 20 minutes. Does it
seem good to you ____________or the ? Are you waiting for a response ? In the
morning or in the afternoon?
Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
I have no money
• If it weren't a question of money, would you agree to meet me? Does it seem
good to you ___________or the ? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in
the afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• How long would you like to continue like this? ______ ( name ) ? Do you think it's
OK
he ________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the
afternoon? Go
narrowing down until a specific date and time is defined.
• My intention is not to make you spend money but to advise you to achieve
financial stability. Give me the opportunity to introduce myself and you decide
whether or not the information is relevant to you at this time. Does it seem good
to you ___or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the
afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
What is it about?
• It's about discovering how I can help you achieve your goals and life projects.
Does it seem good to you _______or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ?
morning or afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• It's about helping you guarantee your life project. Does it seem good to you or
the _____? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the afternoon? Keep
narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• It's about your family's quality of life. To explain it better I would like to meet with
you. Does it seem good to you _____________or the ________? You wait for a
response
at morning or evening? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
What is it about?
• It's about reducing your risks and increasing your assets. Does it seem good to
you _____or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the
afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
• I specialize in performing financial security check-ups. Does it seem good to you
or the _____? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the afternoon? Go
narrowing down until a specific date and time is defined.
• It's about protecting and growing your assets. Does it seem good to you
either
he ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the afternoon? Go
narrowing down until you define
a specific date and time.
What is it about?
• It's about sharing strategies for achieving financial goals that worked for you. (
name of referrer ) and asked me to share them with you. Tea
he seems fine ________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the
morning or in the evening?
late? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• The goal of meeting is to help you analyze your current situation in detail and
work on your future situation, through a proven process. Does it seem good to
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Objection Handling Script
you ___________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in
the afternoon?
Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
Is it about insurance?
ü Positive Response : I will take it into account the day we meet. Does it
seem good to you _____or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the
morning or
in the afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• Yes, among other things. MetLife has different financial strategies. Does it seem
good to you __________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ? In the
morning or in the evening?
late? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
• I know, ________ ( name of referrer ) told me about it, that's why I called you before
visit you This week, what day do you have a 30-minute slot? Keep narrowing down until
you define a specific date and time.
Send it to me by mail
• The advice I provide is personalized and that is why I would like to meet with
you. Does it seem good to you ______or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ?
morning or afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
You are right, you enjoy the benefits of the company's policy only as long as you
work with them. Part of my advice is to review the insurance you already have.
Does it seem good to you _________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ?
morning or afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
that okay with you? _______________or the ________? Are you waiting for a response ?
morning or afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
• Precisely for this reason I would like to meet with you, I work with people who
already have a financial and foresight culture. Does it seem good to you or the
? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in the afternoon? Keep narrowing down
until you define a specific date and time.
• That's great, you've probably already made some important plans, and it's
precisely part of the information I'm going to request from you. Does it seem
good to you ___________or the ? Are you waiting for a response ? In the morning or in
the afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
I would be happy to help you review all of your policies to verify that you are not
overinsured. Does it seem good to you _______________or the ________? You wait
answer In the morning or in the afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date
and time.
Appeal to courtesy
What do you think if, out of courtesy to the recommendation of __( name of referrer )
we know each other. Does it seem good to you ____________or the ? Are you
waiting for a response ? Why?
the morning or the afternoon? Keep narrowing down until you define a specific date and time.
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Objection Handling Script
Thank you very much for your time, I understand that now is not the time, do you
know people who are interested in protecting or increasing their assets?
In this way you can give them the opportunity to learn information relevant to their
life projects.
If you allow me, I can pass your information to my Promoter since at this moment
we are in an expansion process and perhaps a good opportunity will arise for you.
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Objection Handling Script
I understand you and allow me to congratulate you, I see that you are a person with
financial culture and foresight, my only objective is that you can find additional
information that is useful to you.
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The MetLife scripts utilize several strategic approaches to engage potential clients. They establish credibility by highlighting MetLife's history and global presence right at the outset . The scripts also focus on building a personal connection by sharing the agent's personal background and engaging in natural conversation . To handle objections, the scripts propose meeting the prospects by emphasizing non-financial benefits such as achieving financial stability . They systematically narrow down scheduling to define a specific date and time for further discussions, an approach aimed at mitigating indecisiveness or reluctance . Furthermore, they encourage personalized advice and leverage networks by asking for referrals through familiar connections or previous positive experiences with the advisor .
MetLife scripts maintain a balance between persuasive selling and ethical considerations by focusing on understanding client needs and offering tailored solutions rather than pushing for direct sales . Ethical considerations are addressed through transparency, as agents openly communicate their intentions and respect client decisions to defer or reject offers . The scripts encourage a consultative approach—advisors analyze the client’s existing situation and advise accordingly rather than indiscriminately pushing standard products . This personalized approach is supported by the practice of asking for referrals only after demonstrating value to the client, thus ensuring that the request is perceived as justified and respectful . Additionally, the handling of objections—particularly around financial constraints—is done with sensitivity, aiming to provide valuable information rather than pressuring for sales .
MetLife's consultation scripts leverage psychological insights by focusing on the cognitive biases related to commitment, reciprocity, and social proof. By starting conversations with sharing the agent's background and success stories, they tap into the principle of authority—clients perceive the advisor as a credible source . The scripts also build on commitment bias by framing agreements as small commitments, such as fixing a meeting time, subtly leading to higher commitment for subsequent purchases or policy adoption . Reciprocity is invoked when agents offer a review of existing insurance policies or provide initial advice without charge, instilling a sense of obligation to return the favor . Furthermore, requesting referrals acts as a form of social proof, utilizing the client's trust in their own network to bolster the advisor’s credibility and perceived trustworthiness . Overall, the scripts are constructed to foster a sense of informed engagement and trust, pivotal in steering the client towards positive decision-making outcomes.
The MetLife scripts reflect typical objection handling in sales by addressing potential client objections directly and providing tailored responses . Techniques include reframing objections around lack of interest or financial constraint by proposing a short initial meeting, minimizing perceived risk, and offering to provide valuable information without obligation . Agents deflect objections about current insurance coverage by offering complementary services, such as ensuring the client is not overinsured and reviewing current policies . This technique seeks to shift the conversation from ‘competition’ to ‘additional value.’ Moreover, using referrals and recommendations softens resistance with social proof, leveraging the influence of the client’s network .
Trust is meticulously scaffolded within MetLife scripts through several layered strategies that impact client relationships positively. The process begins with the agent establishing credibility by explaining their expertise and MetLife's reputable global history, immediately positioning the company as a reliable choice . The script makes transparency a cornerstone; by clearly stating intentions to discuss potential risks and solutions, clients feel respected and included in the decision-making process . Personalization of the interaction, through direct engagement and addressing the prospect by name, enhances the sense of individual attention and respect . Ethical handling of objections further solidifies trust; by acknowledging concerns and prioritizing information-sharing over hard-selling, advisors create a supportive atmosphere—clients feel their welfare is genuinely prioritized . This cultivation of trust encourages long-term client-advisor relationships, easing the path towards securing initial commitments and fostering potential future engagements . The use of referrals further capitalizes on existing trust networks, reinforcing client confidence in accessing financial services .
MetLife's telecommunications approach strategically uses language to manage prospect expectations and engagement by employing a conversational yet professional tone to build rapport quickly during calls . Language is soft yet authoritative, positioning the agent as knowledgeable while maintaining a non-threatening interaction atmosphere . Specific phrasings, such as using the prospect's name frequently, help personalize the conversation, fostering a connection that can lower barriers to engagement . The scripts use key transitional phrases to nudge prospects towards setting specific appointments, capitalizing on the psychological bias towards fulfilling commitments once they are verbally agreed upon . Moreover, objections are addressed using empathetic language, acknowledging the prospect’s point of view before skillfully redirecting the conversation towards discovering mutual benefits, maintaining the prospect's willingness to consider the offering .
MetLife scripts deploy several transition techniques to move from initial contact to decision-making. Initially, the agent engages in personal stories to build rapport and establish trustworthiness (demonstrating relevancy and expertise). This is followed by open-ended questions to understand the client’s unique situation, allowing the agent to highlight the need for a specific insurance solution tailored to the client . The script structures the call around setting a definitive, future meeting, effectively moving toward a decision point without pressing the initial interaction too much, ensuring the client feels guided rather than pressured . Phrasing like "help me do the same" when booking dates for meetings also creates a subtle commitment from the prospect, enhancing transition into commitment stages . Moreover, handling objections with empathy and an offer to provide personalized advice during planned follow-ups makes the decision-making process appear collaborative and supportive .
MetLife’s emphasis on personal interaction and referrals aligns with the principles of sales psychology by leveraging trust and familiarity as key sales drivers. Personal interaction helps in building rapport, essential for trust-building in high-involvement purchases like insurance . Storytelling techniques employed by the advisor establish both credibility and relatability, engaging the prospect's emotions — a crucial factor in decision-making . The reliance on referrals taps into social proof, where people are more likely to engage with services recommended by trusted peers, reducing perceived risk and increasing likelihood of engagement . This aligns with Robert Cialdini’s principles of influence, particularly reciprocation and liking, where people feel more comfortable and obligated to reciprocate with someone they feel connected to or are familiar with through shared connections .
MetLife's scripts demonstrate an understanding of client needs and relationship-building by prioritizing the discovery of the client's goals and current financial situation before offering solutions . The agents are trained to ask probing questions to uncover hidden risks and objectives, thereby tailoring the insurance offerings to match the client’s unique circumstances . The scripts stress confidentiality and trust, key components in insurance relationships . Furthermore, the emphasis on referral networks underscores the value MetLife places on established personal connections and recommendations, illustrating a commitment to organic growth through strong client relationships .
In MetLife's sales scripts, mentors and promoters play crucial support roles by providing new advisors with guidance and potential client leads, thereby facilitating growth and knowledge acquisition within the sales team . Promoters are referenced as part of an advisor's network-building strategy, offering a path through which prospects can be comfortably introduced to an advisor's services, leveraging the promoter's established trust with the client to foster initial engagement . Mentors likely provide training and best practices, helping advisors to refine their sales techniques and adapt to diverse client needs and situations. This systematic support structure underpins MetLife's strategic approach to nurturing new talent within the organization while effectively broadening their client base through trusted recommendations and referrals . Such roles exemplify a structured learning and operational support system designed to enhance both individual agent success and overall organizational performance in client acquisition and retention.