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Employers - Are you Still Checking out Potential Candidate Backgrounds using Social Media?
- Jul 6, 2016
I have always told job seekers that if you can find a hiring manager at a company you want to work for who is active on Twitter, you hit a homerun.
GreatInsuranceJobs.com Turns 15 Years Old Thanks to the Insurance Community
- Jun 8, 2016
Whether you are new to GreatInuranceJobs.com or a longtime user of the website, it’s hard to believe we turned 15 years old on June 6, 2016.
From Internet Infancy to Industry Leader: GreatInsuranceJobs.com Turns 15
- Jun 8, 2016
It’s seems like just yesterday that we started GreatInsuranceJobs.com the year. To put it in perspective, we started the same year as Wikipedia and also the introduction of the iPod (remember that!).
[PRESS RELEASE] GreatInsuranceJobs.com Turns 15
- Jun 4, 2016
Serving the insurance industry since June 6, 2001.
Career Path of a Claims Adjuster
- May 17, 2016
If you have an eye for detail, are extremely organized, and enjoy working with rules and numbers, consider a career as an insurance claims adjuster.
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Job Opportunities in Insurance Industry On the Rise
- May 10, 2016
The insurance industry will be losing 25% of its workforce through 2018. The primary reason? A retiring workforce.
Insurance Industry Hiring Challenges Mean More Job Opportunities for Qualified Candidates
- May 4, 2016
Here are few challenges insurance companies are facing today, and what this means for you when you are looking for a job
Why Job Titles Are So Important When Recruiting in the Insurance Industry
- May 4, 2016
When we heard that Prince died last week, most people went right to the internet to get more information. If you Google “Prince Death” in news, you will find numerous articles about this subject.
Top 3 Bad Things You Do in an Interview and Don’t Even Realize It
- May 2, 2016
Many job seekers leave interviews thinking they did a great job and just to find out they didn’t get the job. It may have happened to you.
Career Path of a Risk Manager
- Apr 12, 2016
Here’s what you need to know about pursuing a career as a risk manager or risk consultant.
What to Expect at the RIMS 2016 Conference
- Apr 8, 2016
The RIMS 2016 Conference will take place April 10 to April 13, 2016, at the San Diego Convention Center. If you’re an industry professional or looking for job opportunities in this field, be sure to secure your ticket for this highly anticipated event.
The 2016 Insurance Industry Employment Survey Proves Again That the Industry has Great Careers!
- Apr 6, 2016
For the last 8 years, we have been calling insurance companies and asking them to give us some insight on the jobs they have open, their future hiring plans and what challenges they have through the hiring process. In 2015, the insurance industry saw a record number of employees (over 2.5 million) and continues to have one of the lowest unemployment rate in any sector (2.3%).
2016 Insurance Industry Jobs Report: Record Number of Insurance Jobs but Finds Key Challenges Ahead
- Apr 6, 2016
The insurance industry is set for another a huge hiring year, according to a report out today from GreatInsuranceJobs.com. With 91% of companies with current open jobs and a nearly across-the-board (98%) plan to hire at least one person in 2016, the employment market in insurance remains very strong. Going beyond the Bureau of Labor and Statistics numbers, this report offers real insight into the state of the insurance industry.
2016 Insurance Industry Employment Survey Reveals 3 Things Employers Must Do To Make Hires
- Apr 6, 2016
We just released the 2016 Insurance Industry Survey. We talked directly to over 70 companies and uncovered some fantastic information that will help insurance employers get a real picture of what is going on in their quest to find great insurance talent.
Companies with the Most Insurance Sales Openings
- Mar 24, 2016
Whether you’re just breaking in to the insurance industry or are looking to move forward in your career, you need to seek out employment from an established and reputable insurance firm. More than 466,000 insurance jobs were reported in 2014 alone, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor. Job growth is expected to increase at a rate of 9% through 2024 which means you can find a variety of opportunities at companies and brokerage firms across the country.
How to Transition into Insurance Sales
- Mar 24, 2016
If you’re tired of your current job and are on the lookout for more opportunities, consider a job in insurance sales. The insurance industry is evolving and growing at a rapid pace so there is an ongoing demand for highly trained sales representatives, managers, and independent business professionals. Even if you don’t have a strong sales background, you’ll find it relatively easy to learn basic skills and knowledge to pave your way to success in this industry.
Career Path of an Insurance Broker or Insurance Agent
- Mar 16, 2016
If you've been exploring careers in the insurance industry, you may have considered work as an insurance broker or insurance agent. The Insurance Information Institute reports 2,467,000 people were employed in the insurance industry in 2014 and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a high job growth rate of 9% for insurance sales agents through 2024. Working as an insurance broker or agent can be personally and financially rewarding.
How to Succeed as an Insurance Broker or Insurance Agent
- Mar 9, 2016
Insurance agents and brokers enjoy rewarding careers with almost unlimited earning potential. If you want to be the best in the business, you need to acquire certain skills and characteristics during your career. Whether you’re just getting started or have been working in the insurance industry for a few years, there are several ways to take your career to the next level.
Great Tool for Finding Insurance Industry Candidates
- Mar 4, 2016
It’s amazing all the tools that are being created to find great talent. The one thing that has not changed is how hard it is to fill that “hard to fill” position. Insurance positions like actuaries, production underwriters, and insurance brokers with books of business, account managers and loss control professionals.
Cover Letters. Insurance Company Employers Don’t Read Them…or Do They?
- Mar 3, 2016
Ever watch a speaker go way to long talking about a certain topic? You know, the kind that has you looking at your watch wishing you were at the dentist. According to TED.com, it is proven scientifically that the ultimate length of time for the most memorable and impactful speeches is just 18 minutes. Bad speakers spend the first 10 minutes telling you about themselves instead of using that time to grab your attention on their topic.
