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A Year-End Guide for Job Seekers in the Insurance Industry to Help You Land Your Dream Job in 2024!
- Dec 19, 2023
Employment in the insurance industry is hot. Anyone in the industry knows it is going through a massive shuffling of talent as many retire (50% by 2028), and the challenge is to make the industry sexy enough to attract Gen Zs and Xs. In addition, the new cool insurtech jobs are getting much attention. What does all this mean? Tremendous opportunities are everywhere, and if you are looking to change jobs or get a job in the industry, 2024 will be your year!
Here are the Top 5 Job Search Changes That Matter Since COVID
- Nov 22, 2023
No one wants even to hear the word COVID-19 ever again. It has changed the lives of so many in unmeasurable ways. It also changed the job market, how people get jobs, and how they think about careers. It has been a seismic shift that has frustrated employers and job seekers. As we adapt to the new normal, staying informed about how employers and job seekers connect is crucial.
Networking Your Way to A Great Job – Step By Step for Those Who Think They Can't Network!
- Feb 15, 2023
Networking is one of the most important steps in any job search, but many job seekers don't know where to start. From researching job opportunities to connecting with people in your field, there are many steps to take to ensure success. To help job seekers navigate the process, here are some steps to get started. Take the time to get started today and reap the rewards of networking.
How the P&C Insurance Industry is Closing the Gap on Fintech in the Job Market
- Jan 10, 2023
GreatInsuranceJobs.com is celebrating its 22nd year in 2023, a major milestone that reflects the technological advances we've made since the website's inception. Despite the traditional insurance industry being slow to adapt to new technology, there are a number of innovative roles in the sector that are changing the landscape of the industry. Employers should take note of these new positions and create a streamlined and efficient recruitment process to attract top talent.
The Cons of Working Remote in the Insurance Industry, Something to Consider for Your Future Greatness
- Sep 14, 2022
The insurance industry is hiring and with all the anticipated retirements, thousands of great jobs with fantastic career paths will be open. There may not be a better time for job seekers to find a great job. However, employers are experiencing an interesting phenomenon; they are losing local talent to remote jobs that can be located anywhere in the world, therefore, thinning out the pool of qualified talent.
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11 Million Open Jobs and You're Not Getting Interviews? Here is Why & How to Fix It!
- Apr 18, 2022
Right now is maybe the best time to get a great job, not just any job. Here are three significant mistakes job seekers make in 2022 and how to fix them. No matter what you do for a living or what level of job you are in, most likely, there is a great job waiting. I can promise you that understanding these three things that prevent you from getting a great job will yield more interviews and, ultimately, a great job.
Find Your "Job Angel" by Networking With the LinkedIn App!
- Sep 16, 2019
For most people, they have a tough time networking for jobs. It usually goes south because the people you meet cannot directly help you. But you want to convert these people into your personal “job angels”.
Top Three Reasons to Determine If It's Time to Make a Job Change
- May 20, 2019
Many are leaving very stable jobs for greener pastures in a red-hot economy. Is this a good idea? Yes. Well, for some, maybe not.
Record Insurance Industry Employment and Impending Retirements Is Creating Serious Issues for Employers
- Apr 22, 2019
After a survey of 54 insurance companies, one of the questions we asked employers was to share with us their greatest hiring challenges. While there were many, we compiled a list of the top responses.
Soft Skills Are the Key to Landing a Job in 2019
- Jan 17, 2019
When you walk into an interview, do you think about your soft skills? Do you even know what soft skills are? Hiring managers certainly do!
The Power of Professional Insurance Networks
- Apr 13, 2018
Question: As a claims professional, how important is my LinkedIn profile during a job search?
Going to RIMS 2018? Don't Miss Three Powerful Insurance Career Presentations by Our Co-Founder Roger Lear
- Apr 9, 2018
We are excited to announce that our co-founder, Roger Lear, will be presenting three times at the RIMS 2018 conference.
Ready for a New Job in 2018? It Might Be Time - Depending on How You Answer These Questions
- Dec 12, 2017
2018 will be your time to STRIKE to forward your career goals and financial outlook. Are you ready? If so, here are some questions to consider...
How to Become an Insurance Actuary
- Oct 24, 2017
If you like to work with numbers, projections, and forecasts, a job as an insurance actuary may be the ideal career choice for you.
2017 Insurance Industry Employment Survey Released - Insurance Job Seekers Must Read!
- Apr 17, 2017
We are very excited to release the 2017 Insurance Industry Employment Survey. Its main purpose is to get a real, inside look on what is going on with jobs and hiring in the national insurance industry.
[PART 1] Fake News in Your Job Search is Costing You a Great Job
- Mar 8, 2017
Fake news is becoming a huge thing today in America. If you hear a news story, there is a chance that it may not be true; especially in the political world.
4 Great Ways to Make An Insurance Industry Resume Great in 2017
- Dec 7, 2016
Over the last twenty-five years so much has changed on the way people get jobs. One question I get from insurance underwriters, claims adjusters and risk managers at conferences...
Small Talk Before Your Interview Can Get You the Job!
- Sep 29, 2016
Harvard Business Review just completed a study that explores if chit chat before the formal interview influences the interview itself.
You Don’t Get Noticed by Employers Because Your Resume Is Missing This…
- Sep 7, 2016
I have been doing a lot of interviewing lately. One thing that really amazes me is job seekers who apply to open jobs don’t understand this very simple concept.
Types of Claims Jobs for Your Insurance Career
- Aug 3, 2016
Here’s a quick look at some of the different types of claims jobs for your insurance career.
