Here’s the reality: most independent agents spend 60-70% of their time on administrative tasks such as data entry, chasing down information from carriers, managing renewals, and handling routine service requests.…
This year’s session at Ivans Connect drew a packed house for ACT’s interactive roundtable sessions—ten concurrent discussions centered around AI, data, and connectivity in the independent agency channel. Each table…
As the insurance industry evolves, the idea of embracing artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s become a necessity to stay relevant.
Ask an agency principal about internal procedures and he or she inevitably will tell you, “Our procedures are proper; you won’t find any discrepancies in our operations.” Following a third-party…
For decades we paid producers more for new business production than for renewals. Does this make sense? Here is a better alternative.
Independent Agent magazine’s November 2025 article will highlight strategies for tackling burnout.
Independent agencies and brokerages that do not belong to the Big “I” national association, will need to obtain a license directly from ACORD, or join the Big “I” to take advantage of this…
The Sample Agency Procedures Manual is a template designed for both personal and commercial lines workflow. It is critical that if you decide to implement this manual, you must customize…
You’re on your way to becoming an independent insurance agent. But first, you must get a license. Fortunately, the Big “I” can help you get your insurance license.
Independent insurance agents can work remotely, set thier own schedule, be their own boss and have fulfilling, gainful work. Join the Big “I” and become and independent insurance agent.
