Briefcase?

[HoosierLife]

What kind of case are you guys using when you run FE appts? I got this off amazon but its pretty cheap. I know the zippers gonna break after a few weeks:

It's Academic 13Pocket Zipper File with 8 Pocket Port, Black (95874):Amazon:Office Products

Any suggestions?

 

[HoosierLife]

Well maybe I'm trying to cram too much stuff in my case. I've got like 8 companies in there for FE and med supps. I have a Manila folder for apps, replacement forms, hippa if need be all in one accordion file for each carrier. But I also have a misc folder that has rate sheets, brochures, Rx list etc.

I've got a case for the car that'll hold everything I need. Maybe I just keep 1-2 of everything I absolutely need and the rest in the car.
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This is the bag I carry for school:

Amazon.com: SOLO Vinyl Quad Gusset Dowel Brief: Electronics

I really like it, and I carried it to an appt the other day cause I needed my laptop. I was able to carry my laptop and my smaller case in it. Would this be too much for FE appts?

 

[Josh]

Maybe I just keep 1-2 of everything I absolutely need and the rest in the car.?

That's what I did. I had a small stack with a presentation binder I'd bring in and then I had a small filing box in my car with everything I needed, so if you're working with a bunch of carriers you could just leave two apps in your case you're bringing in and leave all the rest in the car for restocking.

 

[coloradoseniormarket]

I have used a Landsend bag for years - low key, lots of space, good organization

 

[HoosierLife]

I have used a Landsend bag for years - low key, lots of space, good organization

Like this?

Color I Heart Open Top Totes from Lands' End

...And who's Julie?

 

[nfl72]

I have been thinking about changing the way I do things when I cold call. In the past I have always carried my briefcase with me and the lead info in my hand but as of late I have had a problem with people not answering the door when you know they are in there.

I am thinking about leaving the briefcase in the car when coldcalling. They might be more apt to answer the door. In the past this hasn't been much of a problem but as of late it seems to be happening more and more. Just maybe it's time to change areas. I been working Muskegon for about 6 months. Still writing good business but people who don't answer the door tend to piss me off.

 

[FEX Quotes]

This is my bag..

Samsonite Underarm Portfolio Black by Office Depot

Very slim, low profile and well made. I carry a legal pad, apps, misc forms and an iPad with lots of room to spare..

 

[WinoBlues]

This is my bag..

Samsonite Underarm Portfolio Black by Office Depot

Very slim, low profile and well made. I carry a legal pad, apps, misc forms and an iPad with lots of room to spare..

How about rates? What do you do if they need a different company. <slow softball pitch>

 

[coloradoseniormarket]

Like this?

Color I Heart Open Top Totes from Lands' End

...And who's Julie?

That's me - matches my boo boo kitty bubble gun I tuck in the bag for self protection.

 

[jdeasy]

This is my bag..

Samsonite Underarm Portfolio Black by Office Depot

Very slim, low profile and well made. I carry a legal pad, apps, misc forms and an iPad with lots of room to spare..

I used to carry a Samsonite similar to that. A little larger. I always bought Samsonite/American Tourister because they were American and union made.

The last one I bought had a "made in China" tag so I'm done with them.

I carry a Targus bag now. This is the closest I could find to what I'm using;

Targus® TBT050US CityLite Laptop Case For 16" Laptops, Black/Gray | Staples®