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  • GuidesAgency Staff Articles

    How to Complete the Acord 125

    The Acord 125 form, or Commercial Insurance Application, is used to record general client information. Learn how to complete the form here.

    Justin Goodman

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    How to Complete the Acord 126 for Insurance

    Learn How to Complete the Acord 126 Form with our comprehensive step-by-step guide. Understand the submission process for general liability

    Justin Goodman

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    How to Complete the ACORD 129 Form

    Learn how the Acord 129 Vehicle Schedule Form organizes essential auto insurance details. Explore key steps for properly completing this document.

    Justin Goodman

  • PodcastsAgency Owner Articles

    Total CSR Case Study: From Food Service to Insurance in 30 Days

    Discover how Total CSR's training program enabled Lei, a new account manager at Goodman Insurance, to transition from food service to insurance in under 30 days, outperforming industry veterans.

    Trenton Berry

  • PodcastsAgency Owner Articles

    New Hire's Talks About Old Agency Impacting Morale

    Addressing a new hire's constant comparisons to their previous agency is crucial to maintaining team morale. Implementing structured onboarding, setting clear expectations, and fostering open communication can help integrate the new employee effectively and preserve a positive work environment.

    Trenton Berry

  • PodcastsAgency Owner Articles

    Do Professional Designations Really Matter?

    Explore the significance of professional designations in the insurance industry: understand their role in enhancing credibility, career advancement, and client trust.

    Trenton Berry

  • PodcastsAgency Staff Articles

    How Do I Maximize My First 12 Months in the Insurance Industry?

    Kickstart your insurance career with actionable strategies for success in your first year. Learn effective prospecting, time management, and client relationship-building techniques to maximize your impact.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    How to Prevent a New Hire from Disrupting Your Culture

    Finding a talented individual for your agency who also brings valuable insurance experience to the organization can feel like a huge win, especially in a competitive job market.

    Trenton Berry

  • GuidesAgency Owner Articles

    4 Keys to Learning and Development in a Remote Workplace

    In the past, in-person training worked well at most insurance agencies. However, with remote work on the rise over the past few years and a significant spike as a result of COVID-19, in-person training may no longer be the best option.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    Commercial Insurance Classes Online

    While general education is suitable for licensing, specified learning opportunities are important to properly educate agents in the lines of business they will be working in. Continuing education can be secured in a traditional classroom setting or through online courses.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    Commercial Insurance Agent Training

    Learn here about options for commercial insurance training for yourself or your staff, whether you are an owner, manager or employee at an insurance agency.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    Level Up Insurance Training Through Video

    Enhance your insurance agency's training by incorporating video tutorials. This approach offers digital, focused, repeatable, and consistent learning experiences, catering to the tech-savvy workforce and improving onboarding efficiency.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    How To Train Insurance Agents?

    Discover effective strategies for training insurance agents: implement structured onboarding, provide hands-on shadowing, utilize online courses, and foster continuous development to enhance performance and retention.

    Trenton Berry

  • BlogAgency Owner Articles

    Improve Your Onboarding Program with These 2 Changes

    Enhance your insurance career with the Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) program. This nationally recognized designation equips professionals with in-depth knowledge of personal and commercial lines, risk management, and customer service. Earn the CISR by completing five out of nine specialized courses and exams within three years. Stay current with annual updates to maintain your expertise.

    Trenton Berry

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    The Soft Skills Gap: How Employers Are Missing Crucial Needs

    Employers are facing significant soft skills gaps, particularly in communication, business acumen, and customer service. Approximately 71% of frontline employees lack these essential skills, despite 75% of employers believing they provide adequate development programs.

    Trenton Berry