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Where Insurance Agents Should Put Their Marketing Efforts
As an insurance agent, marketing is critical for building your business. There is a wide variety of marketing opportunities available to you. All you need to do is set a budget, devote some of your time, and choose the alternatives that make the most sense in your...
How Insurance Agents Use Technology To Better Serve Clients
Thanks to today’s digital age, so many aspects of life and business are more convenient than ever. One industry that has particularly benefited from the advancements in technology is insurance. Developments in both hardware and software have made the insurance...
6 Perks Of Being An Insurance Agent
Whether you’re looking to change directions in your career or just starting out, a job in insurance may be the right move for you. You’ll find there are many perks of being an insurance sales agent, and, according to the U.S. News & World Report, insurance sales...
Why Would I Want An Insurance Career?
Before you start a career in any field, it’s important to find out all the major details you could face and should know. While you’ll learn a lot hands-on, a little bit of research can go a long way in preparing you for the perks and challenges of a particular career....
When Do Your Clients Need Umbrella Insurance?
Most of your clients will probably be unaware of umbrella insurance. In short, it’s an additional liability insurance that provides them with much more coverage than regular insurance. Think of it as an extra layer of financial security. Umbrella insurance comes with...
Should You Hire Independent Contractors Or Full-time Employees For Your Insurance Team
Independent contractors will make up over 50 percent of the total US workforce by the year 2027, and many insurance agencies are hiring these staff on a short-term basis to take advantage of their specialized skill sets or to cover a busy period. As an insurance...
How Insurance Agents Cross-sell To Current Clients
As an insurance agent, cross-selling will provide you with a significant stream of income. You might earn a commission or bonus for every financial product you cross-sell, so this is a great way to make some extra cash. Cross-selling to current clients is far easier...
Plain Language: Insurance Agent’s Secret Weapon
What Is Plain Language Plain language conveys information so the intended audience can read, understand, and act upon it. It means using the most straightforward language that accurately conveys the meaning, not simply “dumbing down.” Why Use Plain Language in...
Qualities Of A Great Insurance Agent
Becoming an insurance agent can be a very rewarding experience. As an agent, you deal with people and/or businesses every day, helping these entities understand their exposure to certain types of risks or life accidents. These events, if not protected by the proper...