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Why do so many people lie when applying for auto insurance. Had a customer today that insisted they had a clean driving record and agreed to issue based on the quoted premium. So the system pulled the… more

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Random fun poll: Do you dress up for Halloween for work?

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I have been in insurance for close to 15 years, in my current role close to 10. I'm looking at other options that would be more beneficial for me in my career. I wondered how this (see photo below) looks for others in the same kind of situation. The last few years I was planning to move into a Sales Agent role that had presented itself in a way where I would of been set starti g out in that role. Now that is no longer "going to happen", so I was told. So it's time to move on....

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I’m currently exploring new job opportunities. With my background in insurance and my passion for continuous learning, I’m confident in my ability to adapt and add value to any team I join. I’d be gra… more

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I received a job offer with a $20k base salary increase fully remote. My current role is hybrid and I’m very happy and comfortable with the carrier I’m at. It is very stable. The new offer is through … more

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During our latest all-hands meeting, the VP decided to address our teams' “concerns” about the lack of WLB. He stated that WLB isn’t really a thing in this economy and we should all just be happy … more

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We’re hiring again and I’m seeing applicants with zero insurance background asking for $20k more than I make after 6 years. I don’t blame them, but I do blame leadership for lowballing loyal employees… more

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How often are you expected to work or put in a few hours over the weekend?

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If there was a podcast dedicated to issues facing professionals in the insurance space, would you listen?

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What's the biggest problem facing the insurance world today?

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Officially looking. I can’t take much more working in a call center, with little hope of advancement. (When there of thousands of IPs . and maybe a handful of promotions a year, pretty much no chance… more

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Hi everyone 👋,
I’m exploring new opportunities and wanted to get a sense of what’s out there right now. Who is hiring, and what’s the rate of pay like for your role?
Also, would you recommend your company t… more

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Please give your input on an average claim load of 280 (about 115 litigation)? Is this manageable?

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Have you negotiated your salary and if so how did you do it, with liberty mutual

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I moved into commercial lines two years ago after spending five years in personal lines, and the difference was immediate. Suddenly, people were looping me into strategic meetings, taking my opinions … more

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I just found out our agency’s top producer is allowed to skirt compliance “as long as he brings in deals.” Meanwhile, I got a warning for sending one email with the wrong disclaimer. Is this normal? O… more

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Our comp structure hasn’t changed in five years, despite record profits and inflation. Meanwhile, leadership got bonuses for “cost control.” Anyone else seeing insurance companies quietly squeeze empl… more

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Which firms still allow people to work remotely?

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Would you ever work for straight commission, or do you need the stability of a base salary?

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I’m looking at switching from working for PGR corporation to an Allstate agency. I’ve been in the insurance industry a few years & have my p&c license plus strong in sales. Switching to commission and no … more

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What burning insurance questions keep you up at night?

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Anyone work for HUB INTERNATIONAL in FL or have past/present experience with them- if so what is your overall opinion?

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What's the least amount of money you would be willing to work for?

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I’ve adjusted claims in various lines of business for about 10 years and I feel like I’m burnt out adjusting claims. I really want to transition out of claims into more of an advocacy/consultant role leveraging t… more

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Calling all insurance distribution professionals... I need your advice/perspectives. So, I joined a carrier ~4yrs ago as a Strategic Account Manager, overseeing a key distribution partner. I was able … more

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Switching from National General to USAA. Offer is on the table. Anyone have insight on the culture and workload at that company in auto claims? It is time to jump and I am getting cold feet.

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What is the biggest bonus you have gotten and have your bonuses gone down in the past few years?

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56 years in this crazy industry, never have I broken free of the tenacles. Once it gets a hold of you, you can never leave, like the Hotel California.

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I’ve seen so many bad actors in claims lately. Like adjusters who ghost, vendors who upcharge, and clients who lie. And yet leadership still pushes for faster closures without actually fixing the proc… more

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I’m tired of pretending this job doesn’t burn me out. Between increasing caseloads, micromanaging leadership, and systems that crash every other day, it’s not sustainable. Is anyone actually thriving … more

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Hello. I just got licensed in CA for property and casualty. What is the best way to find a remote sales insurance agent job? Also, can anyone share what a bad & good commission compensation plan i… more

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Is anyone concerned about their companies second quarter financial results?

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Is $110k good for senior claims adjuster salary

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i am an independent adjuster and I really want to get my AIC certification. my employer paid for the course.
Now I have 6 days to complete the exam. I have been studying, just not the way I wish I had.… more

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How long have you been in the insurance industry? It's been about 10 years for me...long time.

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I was recently made an offer at two different companies for similar roles. CNA and Nautilus. I am trying to figure out which one I want to go with. I know CNA has been around longer. Which I do like. … more

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I've been an independent insurance agent for agent 3 years but I barely meet my obligations. I need a base salary insurance job for stability . I'm in the state of New York. Any suggestions w… more

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Just saw State Farm is putting in place voluntary exits for select employees. What’s the status of business for anyone that works there?State Farm

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How do you find who the recruiters are for HUB, Marsh McLennan, Brown&Brown, Alliant, or Gallagher.

15 years as a independent agent/ Owner who had to relocate due to aging parents. Had a professi… more

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I have an offer with Allstate in ontario as an insurance sales advisor, does anyone knows who’s the work life balance is and how is career growth within the organization looks like? Is it something I should choose to o… more

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