Episode 86: Man Up Monday Podcast Episode #86- Mike Coy

Man Up God's Way- Jody Burkeen

Mike lives in Colorado Springs, CO as a Senior Benefits Consultant for Aflac and celebrated his 45th year with Aflac on November 1, 2021. He is recognized as one of the leading healthcare gurus in the nation and is a much sought after keynote speaker, with topics ranging from Aflac’s solutions to Heath Care Reform and Employee Benefits to personal stories about succeeding in business, in sports, and in life. He firmly believes that not including Aflac in your employee choices of health care is a huge mistake in today’s very confusing health care marketplace and will gladly explain WHY.
Mike is an honest man who puts his money where his mouth is, personally donating funds to the Aflac Children’s Cancer Hospital throughout his tenure with the organization. Since 1995, Aflac has raised and donated more than $110 million to fund cancer research. Much of Aflac’s support comes from its independent sales agents, such as Mike, who contribute donations from their monthly commission checks, as well as Aflac employees who contribute each month through payroll deductions. And it is making a difference. Leukemia is the biggest killer of children. Fifteen years ago the survival rate was a mere 36%, today the survival rate is 80%. But no one will be satisfied until there is a 100% survival rate for these young kids.
Mike’s inspiration comes from the Jerry Lewis telethons, which raised billions of dollars to fund research for a cure to Muscular Dystrophy. He used his celebrity to help others, even though he didn’t have to. Mike may not be a celebrity, except in his own mind, but he has been through cancer, survived it, and wants to give back to find a cure. He is providing multiple ways for you to join him on his journey of raising funds for cancer research… buy his inspirational books and Aflac branded products, join him at entertaining live events, and hire him to speak to your organization.
Mike’s Motivational Books
Mike’s first book, “Incredible Business” was a labor of love and a great co-author collaboration on how building relationships and gaining referrals beats cold-calling all day long.
His second book, “I Chose…Live” recounts his battle with Cancer and how he is winning the war. He raises awareness for Cancer prevention and early detection; discusses modern advances in Cancer research and treatment; and reminds the reader to keep smiling no matter how much “life’s challenges” come their way.
In his newest book, “A Random Act of Kindness”, Mike speaks to how simple gestures might help change a life plus it just might save a life.