Career Resources
The Importance of Storytelling in Your Insurance Job Search
A well-crafted resume with impressive bullet points outlining duties and achievements is merely the table stakes. You’ve diligently listed your certifications, your years of experience, and the key responsibilities you’ve held. But in an era where Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) use artificial intelligence to screen for keywords and algorithms determine initial matches, how do you…
Read MoreInsurance Careers: Beyond the Stereotypes — Finding Your Passion & Making a Difference
For too long, careers in the insurance industry have been unfairly typecast. The popular imagination often conjures images of monotonous desk jobs, endless paperwork and a world devoid of excitement or purpose. This perception is not only outdated; it actively obscures a vibrant, dynamic and profoundly impactful industry that offers incredible opportunities for professionals to…
Read MoreBranding Your Job Search. Be seen. Be successful.
Why is branding your job search important? Do something for me. Open up your browser and go to any site where you can search for jobs. If you did that, it’s clear why differentiating yourself in any job market is important—scarcity. Unfortunately, there will always be more positions than there are qualified candidates to fill…
Read MoreA Fresh Look at Your Resume: 2024 Edition
Making sure your resume is up-to-date should be a priority task on your 2024 to-do list. Industry experts suggest professionals update their resumes once a year, even if they are not actively seeking a new role. As insurance recruiters, we advise professionals to refresh their resumes yearly. You never know when a new opportunity will…
Read MoreThe Transformative Force of Continuous Learning in Insurance Careers
No matter the industry, the key to success lies in continuous adaptation. Professional development has emerged as a critical driver for individuals seeking not only to stay relevant but to thrive amidst new challenges. From industry-specific certifications to immersive workshops and the embrace of emerging technologies, let’s discuss the avenues that lead to ongoing learning…
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…
Read MoreKeeping Productive when Working From Home
With so many workers moving to a home office to help curb the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be easy to lose focus. To help you stay at the top of your game, we’ve compiled some tips for being productive when working at home. Stick with your routines—Obviously, some routines will change. But try to keep…
Read MoreWhat Wayne Gretzky’s father teaches us about securing talent
Walter Gretzky famously taught his son to “skate to where the puck is going, not where it has been.” Once his son became known as possibly the greatest hockey player of all time, this quote became elevated to an idiom of philosophical proportions. And for good reason. Gretzky’s advice was simple, clear and applicable to…
Read MoreAre You Making Hiring Too Hard On Yourself? Agency Partners Can Help
Corporate recruiters and internal HR managers are often faced with a daunting number of tasks to get the recruiting and hiring process underway and completed within a certain timeframe. This leads to stressed employees who struggle under unrealistic expectations and often settle for poor candidates who make due when a deadline looms. That’s nerve wracking…
Read MoreAre You Offering New Hires the One Thing They All Absolutely Want?
If you aren’t motivating candidates to work for you, then you’re missing the boat when it comes to landing today’s best talent. Your current staff most likely already has their own motivation for coming to work, and those reasons are as varied as the people who enter your doors each day. During the hiring process…
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