Just Starting out!

[studentagent]

What things should one look for in a company when they are just starting out in insurance sales? I'm looking into life, and home owners, I would prefer the option of salary or commission, I will definitely need leads, and I would prefer to spend as little as possible on start up cost!

 

[Sam]

The following information can help us better answer your question.
1. Where are you located?
2. Life and Health, or p&c?
3. Salaried, or only commission?
4. What are your interests?
5. Do you need leads, or can you go make your own sales?
6. Do you have marketing money?

Thanks

 

[fearsback]

Location is key. I prefer networking which is cheaper then most options.

 

[rousemark]

Location is key. I prefer networking which is cheaper then most options.

I doubt the OP is around to see your answer.. They haven't posted since 2007...

 

[fearsback]

They should come back then, they might learn something.

 

[wfs]

What things should one look for in a company when they are just starting out in insurance sales? I'm looking into life, and home owners, I would prefer the option of salary or commission, I will definitely need leads, and I would prefer to spend as little as possible on start up cost!

Get hooked up with a captive company to start to learn the business. I would suggest working as an employee of a State Farm, Allstate, American Family or Farmer's agent. You'll get base salary + commission. Learn the business - then figure out what you want to do.

 

[rousemark]

They should come back then, they might learn something.

There is a good chance they aren't even in the business any more.. Is there a reason you are reviving all these threads that are 4-6 years old?