Insurance

What was the best insurance agency you've worked for? I have to say, I miss my time working at Allstate.

How are employers expecting us to live with these salaries? I'm earning around $48,000 a year. This isn't a livable salary almost anywhere.

I'm new to sales, and I'm having a hell of a time keeping people on the phone to hear my pitch. I've tried a few different methods, but people tend to hang up on me once I start the pitch.… more

What’s the verdict on camera in meetings? Are they required where you work? Thankfully, my team all has them on and I don’t have to nag them. It’s very annoying to talk in a meeting and someone has th… more

What's one insurance company you would never work for? For me it's United Healthcare. I just couldn't stomach it, no matter how well paid.

What kind of salary bump would you need to accept an hour commute each way to the office? My current commute is only 20 minutes, but my company wants me to start reporting to a different office.

I have a situation where I need to pull from my 401(k) that does not qualify for the standard five emergency options. Now previously, I’ve been able to withdraw, but apparently the company I work for… more

How do you use LinkedIn if you're not looking for a job? It seems like it's become another version of Facebook, but instead of trying to impress your friends you're trying to impress your… more

How has turnover been in your company? Your department? We have been stable for about two months which is a lifetime for us!

I fully accept that I'm technically support staff, but does that mean I'm expected to take crap from the sales team? I don't know why salespeople feel so entitled. The egos on these guys, … more

Is anyone here trying to FIRE (financial independence retire early/recreational employment)? I think we are close to being there. Certainly could Coast FIRE but don't want to give up the tax savin… more

I have loved working with Liveops for the last almost 15 years. They have treated me with compassion and helpful advice throughout this time. They have put up with my anxieties, recognizing them for… more

Any places in sore need of operations & data analysts? Current place believes in the sound employee retention strategy of underpaying its staff haha.

Awkward moments at work are inevitable, but how you handle them is what people remember.

A recent Korn Ferry article highlights 5 situations many of us have faced:
• Accidental overshare
• Long silence
• Manager mess-up
• Unexpected … more

Recently, Zoom reduced paid parental leave, and Deloitte is considering cuts to PTO, pensions, and IVF benefits. With fewer workers changing jobs, reducing benefits might be the new “shiny object”.

I agree this could … more

👀What’s a sure fire way a leader can kill a team's morale?

The weather is finally getting nicer, and I can feel my focus slipping a bit during the workday. I have been experimenting with starting earlier so I can get meaningful work done before the sun comes up and the d… more

A recent Korn Ferry report found 9 out of 10 people abandon AI and revert to old methods when results fall short. I’ve noticed the same. Early outputs can be rough, but iteration changes everything. A… more

What does a midlife crisis feel like? I'm feeling stuck, and like I have been wasting my life. Is this a midlife crisis or just what it feels like to be an adult?

What do you think the odds are that the four day work week catches on? I would kill for a job that allowed me to have a three day weekend. I guess it's just a pipe dream.

Is the money in Cyber Insurance really as good as people say? Can I expect to earn close to $150k?

Do you think insurance (what it is, how it works, how to get and use it, why you need it) should be taught in US schools? I think it should. Along with personal finance of course. And cooking. Definit… more

Are commissions better if you're working with commercial accounts?

I manage my company's event sponsorships. When you go to events do you notice who the sponsors are? Like if you work for a big brokerage and a carrier is one of the sponsors does that sway your op… more

Have you seen your company cut back on travel recently? We used to have quarterly in person meetings, which became annual, and now all virtual.

Director tried to gaslight me to my manager, but I fired back with receipts. Keep a paper trail people, it's brutal out there. Can you relate?

My manager is toxic, at least when it comes to dealing with me. I tried to discuss the issue with HR, but they impiled that right now this is a he said, she said situation. How do I prove it?

What have sales been like at your carrier? I know we shave even struggling to keep up net write. Premium.

NSA/Insurance inquiry- Just curious.... I have NSA (No Surprises Act) arbitration experience working for an IDRE contractor, and I see employment opportunities handling NSA submissions on behalf of m… more

I've got a leader that keeps insinuating I should cancel my personal appointments to accommodate her preferred meeting schedule. I'm salaried, work all hours to get things done, and sometimes … more

A 5-day in-office requirement is increasingly seen as a red flag in today’s job market, often signaling low trust, micromanagement, or an inflexible culture.

I value my current 3-day hybrid schedule, b… more

Sent a potentially career limiting Teams chat this evening. Have you ever done that? Hoping for the best...

Most AI users earn a “C” on prompting, yet expect A-level results. I’ve seen how small tweaks in context, tone, and audience can dramatically improve outcomes. The gap isn’t the tech, it’s how we use … more

👀How do you feel about mandatory team bonding events that are held after hours?

A Korn Ferry report notes many employers feel Gen Z workers struggle with focus, conflict resolution, and in-person communication. I suspect Gen Alpha may face similar challenges as well. Could growin… more

I'm curious how people recover after a bad week at work. Last week was tough for me. It was just one of those weeks where everything felt heavier than usual. What's your go-to reset when work … more

Is it worth it to push for a raise right now? I know the economy isn't great or whatever, but that's exactly why I need the raise. How would I go about asking for a raise that might actually w… more