IA Magazine
This week, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives extended the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to Aug. 8, just before it was set to expire.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
10 independent agents in their 20s and 30s share insights on the insurance industry in 2020—and where they plan to take it.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
Nicole Coppock refers to herself as a product of the Invest program. Now, Coppock frequently returns to her old high school to teach classes about insurance and careers in the industry.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
At Denver Agency, it’s relationship first, insurance second. Founded in 1932, the agency’s goal—even during pandemics—is to stay true to the clients that have helped them stay true for more than 80 years.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
It is important to note that an underlying characteristic that defines the next generation is a reliance on technology in every aspect of their lives—and the workplace is absolutely no exception.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
Audio could be the advertising channel you need to get your message out. Here are three options to get started.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
Employee retention may not be the top issue on many employer’s minds—but there’s no time like the present to take steps to improve team spirit, encourage performance improvement and ultimately, instill loyalty.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
COVID-19 is a major health concern that is causing quite the economic downfall. In life insurance, major changes are expected in the coming months.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
Insurance agents need to be careful and take appropriate steps to avoid errors & omissions claims that allege they failed to offer uninsured/underinsured motorist and umbrella coverage.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
The story of how contingency planning led to the most profitable month in an agency’s history—during lockdown.
Posted: Jul 01, 2020
"I think it's really about trying to educate young people about the reality of an insurance career and how it looks long-term," says Dallas Ross, independent agent. "In a time like right now, it's a very stable career and it's nice to not have to wor...
Posted: Jun 30, 2020
Over the past decade, the world has transformed, and the insurance industry has changed with it. Industry players who are not willing to evolve will unequivocally be disrupted as the momentum propels us all through this age of innovation.
Posted: Jun 30, 2020
With technology, "there's no sitting still," says Cameron Annas, independent agent. "You've got to adapt. If you don't, then it'll be great for your competition because you probably won't be here in 5-10 years."
Posted: Jun 30, 2020
"I think it's really about trying to educate young people about the reality of an insurance career and how it looks long-term," says Dallas Ross, independent agent. "In a time like right now, it's a very stable career and it's nice to not have to wor...
Posted: Jun 30, 2020
The evolving nature of cyberattacks is leaving some businesses exposed to emerging and increasing cyber risks they may not yet realize they face.
Posted: Jun 29, 2020
RPS launches improved cyber product for small businesses as cyberattacks are increasing in frequency each year and are focused on small businesses.
Posted: Jun 28, 2020
With rates on the rise, exclusions and lower limits becoming commonplace, and a whole host of business sectors becoming hard-to-place risks, many independent agents will be forced to rethink how they approach offering D&O coverage.
Posted: Jun 28, 2020
If piano mover clients dropped and destroyed a piano and were held liable, would the business auto policy respond in any way during the "handling of property" to load and unload onto their vehicles?
Posted: Jun 25, 2020
Watch the video from Bob Rusbuldt, Big "I" president & CEO, and Jon Jensen, Big "I" chairman, that provides updates on the Trusted Choice® COVID-19 Relief Fund.
Posted: Jun 24, 2020
The comments addressed the Federal Reserve Board’s request for public feedback on a proposal to expand the Main Street Lending Program to provide access to credit for nonprofit organizations.
Posted: Jun 24, 2020
Watch the video from Bob Rusbuldt, Big "I" president & CEO, and Jon Jensen, Big "I" chairman, providing updates on the Trusted Choice® COVID-19 Relief Fund.
Posted: Jun 24, 2020
Cyber insurance is now a significant line of business. But how significant is it?
Posted: Jun 23, 2020
Propelled by the coronavirus pandemic, the digital customer experience is key to an agency's strategies to improve client satisfaction and boost profitability.
Posted: Jun 22, 2020
As businesses begin to reopen and employees return to work, here are three ways agents can help clients.
Posted: Jun 22, 2020
Did you know that placing customers’ home and auto policies with a single carrier will help you grow your business while improving the customer experience?
Posted: Jun 21, 2020