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January 5, 2020

How Leaders Can Amp Up Productivity in the New Year

When a new year begins, it presents the perfect opportunity to reflect on the prior year’s successes, challenges, and even failures. For those in leadership…

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July 15, 2019

Millennials in Insurance: Changing the Workforce

Oftentimes, millennials get a bad rap for their efforts in the workplace with labels like "lazy" and "entitled." However, millennials are the generational force behind…

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June 4, 2019

How the Cloud Is Transforming the Insurance Sector

The late American inventor and businessman Charles Kettering once said, “If you have always done it that way, it is probably wrong.” Innovation is the…

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March 11, 2019

Why It’s Never Too Late to Make a Career Change for Insurance Producers

For insurance producers with an entrepreneurial spirit, a traditional corporate agency may seem limiting. The lack of equity interest in their book, decision-making power, and stock…

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January 30, 2019

Three Technology Trends Impacting the P&C Insurance Industry in 2019

For 2019, what are the emerging trends for the property and casualty insurance industry? Evolving technology, terrorism, natural disasters, and increasing threats of cyberattacks present…

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December 30, 2018

True Freedom Is a Rare Find for Insurance Producers

Most corporate agencies are similar in their compensation model development. They typically feature higher commissions for new business compared to renewals with limited stock and…

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January 10, 2018

How to Handle Confidentiality and Nondisclosure Agreements

Did you know you could earn almost $100,000 more a year with a different compensation model? Without the fear of losing your book of business…

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July 10, 2017

You’re More Than Just Bench Strength

Reports on the market and blogs about the insurance industry regularly address the changing market and trends relating to M&A, but they don’t often look…

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June 13, 2017

6 Questions to Ask Before Your Next Move

As you’re looking for a new opportunity to advance your career as an insurance producer, finding the right agency for your future can be the…

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June 2, 2017

How to Overcome Financial Insecurity When Transitioning to a New Agency

You may have discovered new career possibilities at an entrepreneurial or lifestyle agency. However, leaving your current agency, losing your book of business, and starting…

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May 12, 2017

The Fight For and Against Noncompetes: Evaluating Aon v. Heffernan

The hot debate for and against noncompetes continues in the United States. Currently, a battle between two insurance brokerages, California-based Alliant Insurance Services Inc. and…

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May 2, 2017

4 Trends Impacting P&C Insurance in 2017

The combination of a changing consumer landscape and advances in technology is driving an evolution in the P&C insurance industry. In response to improved technologies…

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April 13, 2017

What Insurance Producers Need to Know About P2P Insurance

A new term in the P&C insurance industry refers to peer-to-peer (P2P) insurance, which is defined by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) as: Peer-to-peer (P2P)…

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February 28, 2017

The Secrets to Vocational Freedom and Success

The workplace environment is changing in America. Innovative technology, the Millennial mindset, and evolving expectations are driving a new culture with more individualization and increased…

Bevrlee Lips

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February 22, 2017

Does Your Job Provide You the Personal Freedom You Need?

Working as a top P&C insurance producer may mean that you’re always on the clock. Working nights and weekends can keep you from participating in…

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January 18, 2017

Blockchain: What You Need to Know

The buzz about blockchain is growing, and uses for the technology continue to expand into new fields, including insurance. McKinsey & Company defines blockchain as “a…

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January 10, 2017

2017 P&C Insurance Industry Outlook

Last year brought many changes to the insurance industry, including new technologies, moderate growth, increased mergers and acquisitions, and more; 2017 looks to be no…

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December 27, 2016

The Producer’s Toolbox for Success

To be a successful insurance producer, you need to be equipped with the appropriate tools and resources to serve your clients well. Utilizing the best…

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December 12, 2016

What the Q3 2016 M&A Performance Means for You

Earlier this year, we discussed the increase in mergers and acquisitions over the past several years. In September, Insurance Journal reported transactions were down from 2015,…

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December 5, 2016

How to Improve Your Claims Service

Claims are important to insurance producers because, after the policy is signed, the next interaction they have with their clients may be when they file…

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