Pros
- Flexible Schedule - Great Beginning Base (best that I have found in the industry in this area) - Able to sell partnered business - NEW HQ in 2017 - Name Recognition in area is on the rise Alright so right off the bat I came from another leader in the insurance industry. In the three bears scenario of Hot, Cold, or, just right this is the "Just Right" company. Not a call center job taking inbound insurance calls but also not the commission only, go out and fail gig. To me it is the right mix of financial support, structured training, and a build your own business mentality.
Cons
- Target market is tough if you aren't a good sales person - Captive but do have partnerships with other carriers - Have to be self-motivated and self-managed to get established - Must be willing to speak in many public setting and continually meet people - Hours are based upon your client base - Normal corporate political structure I was leery of not owning my own book at first but the more I look into the industry no one really "owns" their own book. It is an illusion created by the agency structure. In reality your personal relationship with your clients is the only thing that keeps someone engaged and you can't really sell that. Time management can be as good or as bad as your make it. Communicating with your family about a not so normal work schedule (some nights and weekend work) helps combat work life balance issues. You don't have to be an insurance sales person but you do need to be a sales person.