What are some tips to getting an account management position?

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Would you consider starting out on your own virtually?.

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I’m trying to do a career switch. What is attractive about account management to you? The hours are very long compared to corporate roles

My tip is do not! I know so many people trying to get out of this line of work, myself included. But if you want to give it a shot it’s really all about relationship building and retention/growth. A lot of insurance carriers are hiring right now, check them out.

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