Hiring

Compensation, work-life balance and benefits are the most frequently cited reasons for leaving the insurance industry, according to a study by Vertafore.

When it came to starting his own agency, Mel Evans knew where he wanted the focus to be. “It really comes down to the people,” he says. “It’s all about the people.”

The beginning of the new year has brought many new regulations for employers to follow. Affinity HR Group, a Big “I” Hires partner, is tracking legislative updates in each state. Here are some changes.

Why valuable experience no longer means a 4-year degree.

When considering a job offer and your future within an organization, it’s worth bearing in mind the culture fostered by the person at the helm. Here are eight negative CEO traits to watch for before accepting.

As agencies seek to create a competitive, sustainable advantage, more focus will be placed on a scalable and repeatable training environment.

While scheduling continuing education courses to keep training and certifications up to date for 2020 and beyond, agents must forgo the usual in-person classes due to lockdown restrictions.

With COVID-19’s impact, it’s time to think about where your business is heading and what people you need to get there. Here are four tips to get the ball rolling.

Workforce upheaval and the digital consumer revolution continue to disrupt the independent agent channel. However, these massive challenges can serve to benefit your agency and your business.

Employee retention may not be the top issue on many employer’s minds—but there’s no time like the present to take steps to improve team spirit, encourage performance improvement and ultimately, instill loyalty.