Job searching can often feel overwhelming and bring with it questions around whether a potential opportunity is truly the best fit. However, with the right preparation, you can use the interview process as a tool to better understand how well the role and company align with your values, goals and what you need to thrive ... Interview Prep: A Checklist
May saw insurance industry unemployment tick up slightly to 2.9%. At the same time, April numbers show a decrease in job openings for the larger finance and insurance industry, while layoff levels were the highest seen since November 2022. This slight change in numbers doesn’t indicate much at this point, but it’s something to keep ... June 2025: Labor Market PULSE
The ability to effectively develop your employees can make a large impact on your company’s overall success – from the ability to tackle future challenges to enhanced employee productivity and retention. Organizations focused on development have 11% greater profitability and are twice as likely to retain employees, compared to those that do not. In addition ... Employee Development that Resonates in Today’s Environment
The insurance talent landscape remains increasingly complex for employers. From managing disengagement to redefining “perfect” candidates, our LinkedIn audience has shared their insights throughout the past few months. Below is a snapshot into employers’ attitudes and experiences as we move through 2025. AI is transforming the insurance landscape, yet the success of any new tool ... Polling Results: Hiring and Engaging Talent in 2025
We continue to see a fairly stable market, with no radical changes so far this year. In April, we experienced a slight rise in the insurance industry’s unemployment rate; yet it remains in a range typical for the industry, at 2.6%. Within the larger finance and insurance industry, hiring accelerated in March* hitting a rate ... May 2025: Labor Market PULSE
With catastrophe season looming, it’s time to start strategizing your talent plan for both the expected and unexpected events this year will bring. Last year was the fourth costliest on record (kept since 1980) for weather and climate-related disasters, according to NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information. Losses from natural catastrophes are already tracking above ... 5 Questions to Ask When Crafting Your CAT Season Talent Plan
The insurance industry remains steady and positioned for moderate employment growth throughout 2025. Our recent Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in partnership with Aon, revealed 88% of carriers intend to increase or maintain their staff sizes in the next 12 months. Meanwhile, the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows 17 consecutive months of job ... Stable Employment: Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study Results
March labor market data remained relatively unchanged compared to January and February. Insurance industry unemployment continued to drop, lowering to 2.1%, which is consistent with 2024’s average. The overall U.S. economy experienced a slight increase in its unemployment rate, rising from 4.1% to 4.2%. However, the U.S. workforce also saw a substantial increase in employment ... April 2025: Labor Market PULSE
Our recent Q1 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in partnership with Aon, found that 88% of insurers plan to increase or maintain their headcounts this year. As carriers continue to anticipate moderate growth in terms of both staff and revenue, the industry’s 2025 talent outlook is steady and sound. Anticipated increases in business volume is ... Study Reflects Ongoing Labor Market Stability for 2025
When did you last carve out time to reflect on your personal brand? In today’s evolving labor market, a well-defined personal brand is key for attracting opportunities that align with your strengths and enable you to contribute at your highest level – no matter where you are within your career. However, this is more than ... Building Your Personal Brand
In this employee spotlight, we’re excited to share three outstanding individuals who exemplify the values and culture that make Jacobson thrive. Learn more about their contributions and the impact they make every day! Tyler Thompson Account Manager, 2.5 years at Jacobson Hometown: Harlan County, Kentucky Alma Mater: University of Kentucky – My husband and I are ... Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Q1 2025
After years of shifts in the insurance labor market, we’re experiencing a more stable—yet still challenging—talent landscape in 2025. The industry’s unemployment rate sits at just 2.5%, notably lower than the national rate of 4.1%. Not surprisingly, in our conversations with hiring managers, we continue to hear the same thing: finding top performers remains difficult, ... Recruiter Report: Finding the “Perfect” Candidate