There are two kinds of insurance agents; independent agents and captive agents. Independent agents work for the client to find the best insurance and are not limited to one carrier or product, while captive agents are[...]

Regardless of the industry you’re in, your client relations will be an important factor to your success or failure. The best way to build strong client relations and improve customer service is through proactive[...]

Making a name for your business is never easy. It is more challenging when the business in question is in commercial insurance. This is due to the industry’s nature. As all agencies are similar in their services, how[...]

Building an insurance agency takes a lot of hard work and creativity. As an agency owner, what steps do you need to take to expand your business’s reach? It starts with learning. If you’re starting your independent[...]

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Regardless of what type of insurance you sell, it’s essential to find ways to market your agency to potential clients and make your services stand out from the competition. How can you do this in the digital age? Here[...]

One of the biggest challenges agency owners face is staying inspired and innovative. Whether you are an established successful insurance agency, or a new agency owner, you need to know ways to keep your focus. Knowing[...]

There are several benefits of becoming an independent agent, and the field of insurance can offer plenty of opportunities for success. If you’re thinking about becoming an independent agent, here are some reasons why[...]

As an independent insurance agency, one of your biggest challenges will be standing out from the crowd and showing consumers why they should choose you over the other agencies in your city. But don’t panic — just[...]