Insurance

Have you ever gotten away with not reporting time? I audit my people’s time cards and am shocked at how many people aren’t reporting

Does anyone have to work today? We were told to leave at 2pm yesterday and enjoy an extra long weekend.

I'm pretty annoyed that everyone else is getting a three day weekend, but my company decided that since the 4th is on a Saturday, they don't have to give us a holiday this year. Lovely, isn… more

For those not in client facing roles, do you answer your work phone when it rings? I almost never do, because it's probably spam and if not, the person can always send an email or text or ping me … more

What’s the key to moving up quickly in this industry?

"Check your emotions and personal issues at the door." This is my manager's favorite thing to say when he sees someone who seems upset or struggling. I get we're supposed to be profe… more

I'm going to be retiring soon, and I'll get paid for my PTO but not my sick leave. I have 380 hours of sick leave because we can only use it for hospitalizations or extended illness. I hate to… more

Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸 This weekend we celebrate 250 years of courage, innovation, resilience, and possibility. Our nation’s greatest strength has always been its people and their willing… more

Adjusters: would you rather work with unrepped or repped claimants? I’ve done both and still have nightmares from working unrepped 😳

Many employees miss out on their employer’s 401(k) match simply because they are not contributing enough. Some don’t use the employer’s contributions to flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA/HRA). That is your mone… more

How far in advance is too far to give notice of your retirement? Because I gave six months notice today, and I'm thrilled! Plenty of time to get through the next few months while bringing someone … more

With summer is just getting into full swing, a new study shows that 52% of people in the U.S. are putting lavish vacations on pause. This summer’s priorities are enjoying time off while managing financial reali… more

True or false: any email sent after 4:00 p.m. becomes the next day’s problem.

I looked in my closet this weekend and found a my pre-COVID suits and ties. These days, I mainly wear chino’s or jeans to work. Is formal business attire still worn at any firm, or has the dress code … more

I was offered a new job with better pay and I am having trouble quitting. I’ve been with Progressive for 12 years but I can’t just open my mouth and give notice. Why is it so had to say goodbye??? H… more

🤔 Do you actually enjoy your job, or is it just something that pays the bills?

I used to think professional confidence came from having all the answers. Over time, I realized it comes more from staying calm, thinking clearly, and being willing to learn when you do not immediatel… more

I have been a fan of Apple's products for years. I prefer MacBooks to laptops, I choose iPhones, and have Apple's smartwatch. But have you guys seen the most recent price hikes for these produ… more

When you find yourself in a meeting where everyone keeps going off on their own tangent, how do you get people back on track? I usually want to shout what the hell are we talking about, but this seems… more

Without saying which company you work for, tell us something your agency is known for.

Is anyone still negotiating salary these days? Or has the tight employment market squashed that?

I don't know what it says about me as a parent that when I'm working from home, I have very strict rules on my kids interrupting me. But then I'll drop everything the second my cat jumps u… more

How does the job market look right now? I know many people are nervous about AI

Does anyone still have a pension? It feels like this is one thing that is impossible to find

Debated on this for some time now, just curious as to what others think - Who is more important to an agency/Brokerage? Producers bringing premium/clients in the door or the operations team working to… more

I have seen way too many viral videos of people who got caught doing or saying something stupid that ended up causing them to lose their jobs and making it impossible for them to find a new one. I'… more

What are you plans for the 4th of July weekend? I’m looking for some last minute ideas.

I want to know, what are your 2026 money goals???

Do you take your birthday off work? Some people think it's childish, but I think it's the best way to celebrate how special you are! 🥳

An International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans survey shows U.S. employers offer dependent care FSA (69%), paid parental leave (57%), paid adoption leave (35%), and fertility benefits (39%). I … more

What is an essential industry publication for you? I know I read P&C Specialist every day.

Driven by intense pressure from digitally focused competitors, the WSJ reported State Farm is replacing its contracts for 19,000 independent sales agents. The new contract has deep commission cuts, el… more

Am I the only one that loves AI interviews? The AI agent asks way better questions than humans. And their follow ups are better. It just seems like they have less bias and are more responsive to what … more

One thing working with clients has taught me: Customers rarely care how difficult something was to build. They care whether it solves their problem. The market rewards usefulness, performance, and results, not ef… more

💭 If you were let go from your job tomorrow, what's the first thing you'd do?

The talent acquisition process needs to upskill on candidate communication. Too many candidates invest hours researching companies, tailoring resumes, and preparing for interviews, only to be ghosted.

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I'm sorry if this rant hits a little too close to home for some people. But why is it just okay for parents to leave work whenever, while those of us who don't have kids can almost never get o… more