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CG 20 10 Explained: Additional Insured Status for Ongoing Operations
What the CG 20 10 endorsement covers, how each edition changed it, and what to check against the contract before you issue a certificate.
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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.
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The Primary and Noncontributory Endorsement: What It Means and Why It Matters
What primary and noncontributory means, how ISO CG 20 01 sets the order of coverage for additional insureds, and what agencies should check on contracts and COIs.
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CG 20 37: Additional Insured for Completed Operations
How the CG 20 37 endorsement gives additional insured status after a project ends, how it differs from CG 20 10, and what to check before you issue a certificate.
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Understanding the Purpose of Auto Symbol 7 on the Business Auto Policy
Learn everything about Auto Symbol 7, its purpose in business auto policies, and how it impacts commercial auto insurance coverage.
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How to Complete the ACORD 27: Certificate of Insurance
How to complete the ACORD 27 evidence of property insurance section by section, when to use it instead of the ACORD 25 or 28, and common errors to avoid.
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What to Do When a System Conversion Fails to Go as Planned
When an insurance agency's system conversion doesn't go as planned, it's crucial to address the issues promptly. Implementing a structured response plan, including data validation, staff training, and vendor collaboration, can help mitigate risks and ensure a smoother transition.
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Balancing New Business and Quote-to-Bind Ratio
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PodcastsAgency Staff Articles
Finding Prospects When Traditional Methods Fail
Explore innovative prospecting strategies for insurance agencies beyond traditional methods. Learn how to leverage digital tools, partnerships, and niche marketing to effectively find new clients.
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How to Convince Your Agency for a Bigger Marketing Budget?
Learn how to effectively advocate for a larger marketing budget in your insurance agency. This guide offers strategies to present data-driven arguments and align marketing goals with business objectives.
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Racial Challenges for Producers in the 21st Century
Explore ongoing racial challenges faced by insurance producers, including client biases and limited career advancement. Learn strategies to foster inclusivity and support diversity in the industry.
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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.
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What Was the Biggest Mistake You Made in Your Career?
Industry professionals share their biggest career mistakes and the valuable lessons learned, offering insights for growth and success.
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Death By Meetings
Discover strategies to overcome "Death by Meetings" in insurance agencies. Learn how to conduct effective meetings and address unethical behavior among coworkers in this insightful blog post.
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Overcoming Pandemic Challenges for Agencies and Producers
Insurance agencies can overcome pandemic challenges by focusing on niche markets, investing in employee development, and leveraging lessons from past recessions to navigate economic uncertainties.
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3 Keys to Job Security in a Pandemic
The pandemic of 2020 will impact the economy in ways that we have yet to understand fully. The insurance industry is certainly not insulated from this.
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Finding the Right Niche During an Ongoing Pandemic
While some businesses have had to close permanently, some have found success despite the pandemic's challenges.
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Finding Prospects During a Persisting Pandemic
As access to people and businesses has been difficult, producers have faced the challenge of attempting to create and build relationships with prospects.
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Winning Back an Unpaid Bonus
While calculation and payment are typically straightforward, there can be issues in any areas of the bonus agreement that are ambiguous.
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3 Helpful Tips for Beginners in the Insurance Industry
Early in your insurance career it can be challenging to understand all the ins and outs of how an agency operates.
BlogAgency Owner Articles
How to Use Challenges as Fuel to Improve
Building a career in insurance, while very lucrative, is not without its stumbles along the way.
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Making the Most of Your 1st Year in Insurance
While the learning curve in the insurance industry can be significant, the beginning months are a great time to build a foundation for success.
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How to Leave & Return to A Career In Insurance
While the idea of leaving and then trying to come back can be intimidating, think of it as temporarily moving to another community knowing you will return to your hometown when it's time to settle down and build a life.
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How to Navigate the Path from Service to Sales
A role in production often affords flexibility, the opportunity to determine your earning potential, and residual income on retained accounts.
