Posts by Amy Simpson
Recruiting and Retaining in a Candidate’s Market
The insurance industry is experiencing a redistribution of talent, an aging workforce and consistent disruption. Its vital insurance organizations are exploring their current talent strategies to successfully attract and retain those at the hearts of their organizations: claims professionals. Especially during catastrophe season, an engaged and agile claims team is key for effectively serving policyholders…
Read MoreThree Biggest Struggles of the Remote Worker — and How to Fix Them
For several years now, the idea of remote work has appealed to many companies and individuals alike, and in 2020, many of us were required to work from our homes whether we wanted to or not. However, it’s now 2023, and COVID-19 is officially no longer considered a public health emergency. Many have returned to…
Read MoreSix Signs It’s Time to Move On From Your Insurance Position
Are you feeling stagnant in your current insurance position? Are you ready to explore new opportunities in the industry? Knowing when it’s time to move on from a job is never easy, but it can be beneficial in the long run. If you’re feeling like it’s time to make a career change, here are 6…
Read MoreRage Applying: The New Corporate Trend Everyone’s Talking About
The job market is competitive, and with more people than ever applying for the same positions, it can feel like a full-time job to stay ahead of the curve. Now, more and more job seekers are turning to a new strategy called rage applying—the act of submitting dozens of applications in a short period of…
Read MoreInsurance Job Hunters: Here’s what to expect in 2023
If you’re anything like me, you’re on LinkedIn practically every day. And nearly every day, there’s a new round of layoffs due to reckless over-hiring, most prominently in tech. While the insurance industry hasn’t seen layoffs like other industries, the key to succeeding in 2023 is to accept the uncertainty of the economy and take…
Read MoreAre you open to exploring new opportunities in 2023?
Deciding to look for a new job isn’t always an easy one. Everyone needs a little guidance here and there—especially when it comes to important career decisions. If you’re asking yourself if you are open to exploring new opportunities in 2023, you’re not alone. According to a report from Monster, 96 percent of workers are…
Read MoreQuiet Quitting and what you can do about it
Quiet quitting has taken the corporate world by storm. Around 50 percent of the U.S. workforce is made up of quiet quitters, according to research from Gallup. For those unfamiliar with this term, quiet quitting is a newly coined idea that describes millions of people who are just meeting the requirements of their job descriptions…
Read MoreA Recruiter’s Tale of Job-Hopping
Job-hopping. It is all over LinkedIn as of late, along with quiet quitting and other notable employment trends. If you are considering whether it is time for a career move, consider whether job-hopping will benefit you in the long run. Chasing after professional development is great, but think how job-hopping could make you unattractive to…
Read MoreStop Sabotaging Your Career
I have some advice for all professionals within the insurance industry. Stop sabotaging your career. The reality of self-sabotage stems from the choices you make that interfere with your goals. Whether conscious or unconscious, they are still your choices, which means you can stop making them. You’re getting in your way. When you start to…
Read More7 Tips to Make Your LinkedIn Profile More Attractive
LinkedIn is practically a playground for recruiters. If you’re not using LinkedIn for your job search, you’re missing out on its benefits—like being able to research companies, build your brand, connect with recruiters and see job postings—all for free. As a recruiter, take my word when I say your LinkedIn account holds weight, and whether…
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