Training and Qualifications of a Successful Agent
As an insurance agent, you will be responsible for helping individuals, families and businesses select insurance policies to protect their health, lives and property. Typically, agents sell one or more types of insurance, such as property and causality, life, health, disability and long-term care insurance.
But no matter what kind of insurance you wish to sell, there are certain qualifications that make for a successful agent—learning these traits will give you the help you need to launch your new career!
Training
By and large, most companies and independent agencies favor college graduates with degrees in business or economics. But non-graduates should not be counted out. Non-grads may be considered if they have proven sales expertise or previous success in other areas of business.
Regardless of your educational background, if you're thinking about becoming an agent, you'll want to hit the books. Many colleges and universities now offer technical courses about insurance—some even offer a bachelor's degree.
Experience in sociology and public speaking will also work to enhance your sales skills, and experience in computers and software are increasingly important for agents as an educational, communicational and advertising tool.
Start Your Career Today!
Becoming an insurance agent can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Take the first step down the path of success by contacting your state's Division of Insurance for details specific to your state!
