Pros
Great brand name with a great reputation. It makes it easier for newbie's to say they are withn a big company. There are a lot of tools that people can use to further their knowledge about Sales and the Insurance business in general. Go Gateway and the Learning Resource Network provide an abundance of knowledge and tools for everyone to use. Even seasoned people can use these to brush up on their knowledge and incorporating technology with their ways of doing business. Excellent tech support, and great support within the offices. Someone is always willing to lend a helping hand.
Cons
They focus on Auto Insurance more than any of their other divisions. I work in Financial Services, which gets me no recognition. P&C agents are supposed to bring us referrals, and are actually compensated for doing so. But they don't actually do it. I am not sure why, when it keeps more of the customer's business within the same company. As of 2009, they are doing some cut backs to team members...and commissions. Even though we were the only team in the area to come anywhere near the goals set, even in the tough economic times. Not very encouraging to say the least!