by hurtarte30 » Thu Jul 16, 2009 10:27 pm
I plan to make a career change, I have decided I want to sale insurance for a living. I have some sales experience but I have never sold insurance before. I am considering starting my career with Aflac, but I would like to get some feedback regarding Aflac as my first option. I have been told that I should look into other insurance companies, I have gone to the state farm and Allstate websites but it seems that they are only looking for people that want to open an office. Any feedback, especially from experienced agents, will be greatly appreciated.
Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2011 04:27 am Post Subject: aflac career
Wow, what a bunch of misinformation on this board. First Aflac is not a captive company. That is why they have so many independent agents contracted. They have a great product and lots of insurance agents want to market Aflac along with whatever else they do. Aflac is not multi-level marketing. You do not need extra income, just motivation and training. You will probably be interviewed by a regional sales coordinator. Ask to meet with the district sales coordinator that will be training you. That is the most important person to you when you are starting out. As far as which company you should choose? Aflac has been named to the list of worlds most ethical companies for 4 years in a row. No other insurance company has been so honored.
Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2011 04:27 am Post Subject: aflac career
Wow, what a bunch of misinformation on this board. First Aflac is not a captive company. That is why they have so many independent agents contracted. They have a great product and lots of insurance agents want to market Aflac along with whatever else they do. Aflac is not multi-level marketing. You do not need extra income, just motivation and training. You will probably be interviewed by a regional sales coordinator. Ask to meet with the district sales coordinator that will be training you. That is the most important person to you when you are starting out. As far as which company you should choose? Aflac has been named to the list of worlds most ethical companies for 4 years in a row. No other insurance company has been so honored.
Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2011 04:28 am Post Subject:
Wow, what a bunch of misinformation on this board. First Aflac is not a captive company. That is why they have so many independent agents contracted. They have a great product and lots of insurance agents want to market Aflac along with whatever else they do. Aflac is not multi-level marketing. You do not need extra income, just motivation and training. You will probably be interviewed by a regional sales coordinator. Ask to meet with the district sales coordinator that will be training you. That is the most important person to you when you are starting out. As far as which company you should choose? Aflac has been named to the list of worlds most ethical companies for 4 years in a row. No other insurance company has been so honored.
Posted: Sat Nov 26, 2011 01:07 pm Post Subject: spelling
You certainly spell like an insurance agent.
Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2011 08:17 am Post Subject:
Nothing wrong with Aflac, they are a reputable company with an A+ rating. All I have to say is get ready to work. You have to do a lot of door knocking on businesses and have thick skin. Many agents love working with Aflac. If this is you go for it. Remember: It doesn't matter if you think you can or you can't, You are Right! Good luck to you and Good selling!
Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2011 05:04 am Post Subject:
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do you know anything about the hickory region of nc
Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2012 12:08 am Post Subject: How to pay my bills while training??
This is my concern....while training, how am I going to make my house payment, car payment, utilities, internet, and so on? I won't be making a commission, and won't have a paycheck? I can't NOT pay these bills, and have no one else to pay them for me.
I know I could do this job, but those first few months, how do you make ends meet? I'm not worried about what I make down the road, I know I can do that, I'm worried about how I'm going to keep my home while I'm training.
No one seems to want to answer that anywhere I look.
Posted: Thu Mar 22, 2012 08:21 pm Post Subject: paying bills...
Worried:
How did you pay your bills when you were going to college - or was someone else paying your bills? You could get a part time job, many people work two jobs. If you really believe you would be succeed with Aflac, do what you have to do to make it work. You'll be glad later.
Posted: Tue May 01, 2012 06:08 am Post Subject:
Looking for info on aflac in ca, fresno to be exact. How's the training, structure of company. Is. There support or is it fly on your own what could I expect good and bad thanks for any input
Posted: Wed May 02, 2012 04:07 am Post Subject: Aflac as a career
I think that AFLAC as a career is a great option. With the powerful marketing behind you and the support system of the corporate headquarters, you can't go wrong. Also, you are the business owner, if you can manage your time and get after it, you will have all the support that you need. It has amazing structure, yet you can schedule your own appointments so if you need to pick your kids up from school or want to go on one of the many trips that you can win from AFLAC, you will be able to have the time to go. It is amazing!
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