My question is, being that I am really great with customer service yet not the best at details would it make sense to join a company that has a stable network of people for insuring employees in the transportation field? I am great with people but still on the fence on joining this career change.
Well your state should should have an exam prep for the test which is going to teach you the ABCs not to mention exactly what you need in order to take the test. WebCE is a good place to find this study guide. Obviously this will sound conceded but once you get past the test, I would like to believe that my video series is the most comprehensive training you can find anywhere. Keep me posted on your progress w the test. Hopefully I can steer you in the right direction as far as who to go work for or what you will need to do if you decide to go independent and be self employed
To pass a life and health insurance exam, you will need to have broad knowledge of insurance concepts, policy types, taxes and federal regulations, not to mention the insurance laws in your state.
Mine after I made my registration with him, I the applied for premium which is direct license since it’s easier and quicker no need to study and memorize anything but it also more expensive than the question and answer.
Just passed my exam today. Getting all the knowledge I can. Starting off as a captive agent with great pay. But hopefully can transition into an independent agent. Thanks for all the info!!!
I was looking this up for guidance on how to work alone as a freelancer and having a peaceful mind in this world ...with demons and people who are just as bad
I’m looking into switching careers and working remote from home. Is this job purely commission based or is there a base salary. I’m detail oriented and can work autonomously, but sales is not my strong point.
It depends if you're a captive agent working for an agency in office or if you're an independent agent working with an Imo. I work with an Imo but I'm not sure how it honestly Compares with an office setting
I'm glad I saw this. I am looking for a career change from being a Dance Instructor. Dance Schools are not opening up soon enough and need a change. I saw you put attention to detail and that is not my strong suit at all. I may have to look for another career. Not sure just yet, but again thank you. This was tremendously helpful.
I just passed my Michigan Life, Health , and Accident exam - took 4 tries, never gave up. I’m now learning the script and will be put to work next week. Thanks for the tips and elaboration!
Atta baby! Congrats! Let me know if I can ever help ya. Endurance is a huge part of this biz!! Separates the almost and the never will be’s from the super successful and there are very few in between in this biz!!
This was perfect for me. I'm unlicensed currently. I have worked by phone for decades. I LOVE it. I'm going to just get a health license... No head for numbers. Thank you for these videos.
thank you, the video was very helpful. I think the reason most agents fail is because they don't understand that a good chunk of your income comes from renewals. once you pass 1-3 year mark you ganna start receiving passive income from renewals.
Passed my Life & Health exams this past December, now I am studying for the AHIP. I actually got a little discouraged when you stated, things wouldn't click until after a year 😥...that makes me so nervous! I'm also brand new to the industry, so I'm praying to God, it won't take as long to click!!
There’s a lot of clicks! Don’t be discouraged. Did not say it takes a year to make money or be successful. Just that depending on what level of operation your chose or products you offer, it normally takes a year before you really get it!
Jeremy Smith yes , I used to sale timeshare and now I’m trying to start this new career. Now I’m watching your videos one by one. Thank you for sharing those valuable information brother 🙏
No problem. Let me know if I can help more. I have a lot of key relationships for both captive and non captive options that I could connect you with if you wanted
I'm in my late 30s, I've been working customer service for 7 years, been stagnating for about 2 of them. It's time to move on, and put my customer service skills to better use.
I’m 23 and I’m currently studying to get my license I want to be successful at this and I’m excited to get started with this I’ve never had a flexible schedule I was a factory worker the last 5 years
Hey Jeremy just started selling health insurance. I made the career change form car sales where I was very successfully in to tackle something new with less restrictions. It is an entirely different ball game and was wondering if you had time to talk to a new agent even shortly for some tips or help? I took a leap of faith and you know how this business works.
Same here. I'm currently a brand new car salesman, only a week in, but I was thinking about insurance as well. I'm wondering exactly how hard it is to sell insurance and if I should actually leap over in the future. Or if I could do both: car sales and insurance sales.
I’ll be at an insurance sales event in Knoxville, TN this august. I’m transitioning over from door to door sales because I need more time with family but I love this video. Definitely subscribed 💯
I am about to get out of the military here soon with a wife and son. I’ll be turning 24 as we move, and I currently just got a job at bankerslife to sell insurance. I’m really excited, I love people and have pretty thick skin. I’m hoping to make this a career, I’m not a fan of jumping jobs. Thanks for the video, it helped me gain some confidence!
I am in internet sales at a car dealership. I am really good at it but ive been thinking about selling insurance. Studying this now and will be looking for a carrer change in the next few months
Thank you ,studying for my test now , its so much words do decided to come here 🤦🏾♀ thanks I won't give up cuz selling on amazon and etsy ain't for me
Big ranges between agencies. Owners normal keep between 30% to 65% on the high end. Do what you have to do to learn the business and then get to the point where you are at the top of the food chain absolutely as fast as you possibly can! I spent 2 years kicking up 50% but I was working under someone who actually took the time to teach me the business so well worth it. Most will try and suppress your education so you never leave. This is a big inspiration for this site. Let me know if I can help more along the road.
Hey there! I'm 25 years old and have an offer to join a specific company for selling life insurance to businesses for their employees. This would be my first time outside of an hourly/salaried role, 100% commission. I'm great with people and am a fast learner, but I can't help but feel it may be selfish to take this job instead of a more traditional one, seeing as we aren't made out of money. The other half of me is excited to try something new as I have a wide ranged skillset already. I'd be the agent supervisor. What would your take be on this?
Jeez! I am not sure I can give you much help here. That’s a different type of insurance than I know plus I have no idea all the other important details of the job and your life. Would love to help but not sure I can on this one
I'm an independent life insurance agent and I currently work with an IMO. Commissions are great and I really enjoy the team that I'm with, but how do Imo's honestly compared to a captive agent position
You need to go to my channel and watch the 2 videos breaking down captive verses independent IMOs. Should tell you everything you need to know. Reach back out after you have done this.
Question: My workplace wants agents to help insureds who are frustrated with the claims department. Claims adjusters feel that agent involvement adds to their indescribably-insane call volume. Are there insurance companies that forbid agent involvement with claims? I would think it would work more smoothly.
Do you think a complete newbie could work in this field? Never done sales or basically any phone work. However I have a ton of mental strength and check all the things you listed. Would be an absolute newbie in the insurance field. Pivotal point in my life and curious on your thoughts. Thanks.
Absolutely! I have seen many people with little more than a pile of tenacity turn into great successes. Picking the right place to enter into the biz tho is vital!
I know this video is old but I hope you can answer my question 🥰. I've been I. Training for about 2 months and I just feel like in not getting it. Since the covid there had been a lot of pressure for sales and I haven't been able to produce anything and my money is low. I understand age suffering for a year to get it right is just not on my to do listen and people not understandinghiw serious covid is in the work place is not what I want to deal with. You hit it right on the head about the tough skin and I feel like in this when it comes to who you work for shouldnt be the part you have to grow think skin for . but my question is how you choose the best company? Like the company I am training with seems good but I didn't know the concept of leads and that some companies don't train don't pay training and you have to buy leads . so how do you know what your really getting into.
The million dollar question right? How to know if this is the right place to go to work?? Most of my smart ideas are in these videos, make sure you watch the couple videos before and after this one about captive orgs, independent and breaking down expectations. Unfortunately there is no magic Recipe to figuring out the best place to work, especially durning Covid. Best I can do is offer up my personal contact info if you want to talk more about it. Thanks for watching. Jeremysmithacademy@gmail.com
Narrisa, I apologize, somehow I totally missed this email. This seems like a big convo. Would you be interested in just talking on the phone next week for a few and I will see if I can give you some direction? Email me contact info and a good time if interested Jeremysmithacademy@gmail.com
Hi Jeremy, I’m 50 and making a life changing career into Insurance. I am in the process of preparing to study for the exam. Are there any Prep Companies you prefer? Just started watching. Your videos.
This video itself is a marketing scheme he’s not wrong but he’s giving basic information to draw your attention into thinking he knows more than you which he very well might but in the end only 2 things matter your ability to over objections, and your personality you gotta adapt to the customer and make them your friend also most captive agents do not get residuals
I’m 20 and am 11% done with my Life and health insurance course. I can’t retain any information I read and I’m trying to have this done by April 11th. Do I just need a license or do I actually have to remember everything I learn in this course. There is a lot of stuff to remember if so.
Why is it soooooooooo damn much in the life insurance course it’s so much information and vocabulary HOW THE HECK CAN I STUDY AND REMEMBER ALL THIS SHIT....???? And writing the vocabulary words and taking notes takes so long and time consuming and they only gave me 3mo on the website I guess and it’s going really fast 🙄🙄
I just passed my life and health insurance test and am applying for my license right now. I don't think I did enough research. Can you please help me what do I do next to get to sell insurance?
Different answer for everyone. It depends a lot on if you have a solid marketing plan for how you are going to consistently get in front of qualified prospects. With that said, I normally say at least 3 months worth of reserves and marketing expenses. If your lucky you can easily be making good money within 90 days but that should be a safe number.
Thanks for the comment. I do not actually employ agents. This site is purely educational. With that said, I can definitely help you find a biz home if you would like?
@@jeremysmithacademy good video. I'm interested in becoming a health only agent. Are there any companies that you get you licensed or are you referring to individuals that assist in the process of becoming a certified health only agent. Thank you in advance
@@r.washington9146 I actually may have a good option for you. One of my close friends and I started a company for this about a year ago. Not positive it is exactly what it is what your looking for or not. Would you be willing to jump on a call w my partner and just talk for a few?
Hey Jeremy I have my first interview tomorrow for uhc agent and I’m stressing out. Any words to help me out :( I’ve never did this before and I just wanna be the best at it top5 lol
Find my video about Captive Agency’s. It tells you all the questions to ask. They are gonna hire you for sure if you look the part and have a pulse. This should be much more about you interviewing them.
That said, you should def sell Medicare Supplements as well because when you sell that, you save them money and then can use that to purchase the FE policy
Absolutely not, as long as it’s the right one. Watch my videos about Cap vs non cap and then email me after and I can talk w you about thoughts on whatever companies you are considering. Jeremysmithacademy@gmail.com
Its a listen and yes it cost but you have to be hired by a company first to get study guides to be able to take the test but I'm not sure if its like that in all stat
Good for you! Hit me up as soon as you have passed test and we can get on a call and talk about exactly what you want to do in this business as far as product offerings, marketing and over start up process. Cool?
Tell me a bit about yourself. Where do you live? Are going planning on jumping into the insurance biz full time, what goals and plan do you have at this point? Email me back at jeremysmithacademy@gmail.com
I work in sales for HVAC and I started to think about life insurance I used to intern with a insurance company during high school and I realize I could make more Sales or commissions in the life insurance
My time is more important to me now that I am 46 years old. I also want to make 100K per year, so i am getting my license this summer to sell life insurance. Thank you for the video and motivation.
Love it ! Good for you! I will be coming out w a training course inside the next two months that’s tailored for brand new agents so be on the look out for that. If you subscribed you will get an email invite. In the mean time don’t be afraid to hit me up w anything I might be able to help with.
I currently work as a quality control agent with a smaller company specializing in Medicare plans. I recently received my life and health insurance license and have been considering transitioning into an agent role; strictly because I do not see a lot of growth potential in my current position. My question is, do you think it would be best to stay within this company that specializes in Medicare (which i am familiar with), or would it be more beneficial to move into a bigger company that has different product options and growth opportunities?
Hey there! So I def need to get some more information from you in order to give you feed back. Would you like to give me your email address so I can ask you a few questions in private ?
i passed my exam and im debating on joining ffl where i have to buy leads or assurance where they buy your leads and its 100% remote but no residual. to start off which onr do you think is a better idea?
Well if you have watched all my videos, I think captive agencies are a great place to start off but def only a pit stop on your way to becoming independent. With that said, my choice would be all about where am I going to get field trained at the best/fastest. I would ask some very detailed questions to both before committing. I have a video full of all the questions you should be asking them on my RU-vid channel. Find that, watch it and then reach back to me with questions ok
I about to experiment with Facebook ads and I have a site free through NAIP, planning on using that as a funnel, and got my own doman name, through that site I set it up to where people visiting can request a quote or do full app (absent payment section) then I get that info, fill out the app and call them for payment info. That is the plan. I have not started that yet cause have no money for advertizing right now.
@@jeremysmithacademy I was able to email you. Maybe it was the server but I'm excited to speak with you regarding business ideas and what I can/should do to succeed.
Jacob, sure thing! I welcome dialog! Also the answer to your what’s possible question is impossible for me to answer. Way to many factors such as skill sets, marketing plan, work ethic ect. But you will def get out what you put in!
