Insurance sales agents work for different types of insurance agencies, such as auto insurance companies, health or dental insurance agencies, life insurance companies or property insurance
companies. They sell various insurance products to people and/or businesses. They are responsible for gathering potential clients’ pertinent information, analyzing the information and determining
any premiums that are due.
What Skills and Abilities Do Insurance Sales Agents Need to Have?
Good communication skills are necessary as an insurance agent. Basic office skills are also needed. Knowledge of advertising and promotional methods should be possessed, as well as knowledge of
good sales techniques. Leadership skills should also be possessed. Knowledge of industry specific rules and regulations is needed. Insurance sales agents may also need a background in finance .
Good verbal and written skills should be possessed. The ability to make good decisions and think quickly is also necessary.
How Much Do Insurance Sales Agents Make?
Statistics show that in May 2017, the average annual income was $66,990 for insurance sales agents.
In May 2016, the average annual income was $67,760.
What’s in Store for Insurance Sales Agents?
According to statistics, a growth of 9.9 percent was expected between 2016 and 2026 for insurance sales agents.
How Many Insurance Sales Agents are Self-Employed?
In 2016, according to statistics 18.4 percent of insurance sales agents were self-employed.
What Training or Experience Do Insurance Sales Agents Need?
Some on-the-job training can be expected for insurance sales agents. Some states may require formal training and licencing.
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