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Polling Results: Aligning with Today’s Priorities

Insurance professionals at every career stage are being met with unique opportunities and challenges in today’s environment. Our LinkedIn audience has shared their approach to professional growth, recognition and more – from both the employee and employer perspectives. Below is a glimpse into their current attitudes, priorities and expectations. Despite economic uncertainties, insurance professionals remain ... Polling Results: Aligning with Today’s Priorities

Employment Growth Expected: Q3 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study Results

The insurance industry labor market remains strong and stable, with moderate employment growth expected as we head into 2026. Our recent Q3 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in partnership with Aon, revealed 86% of carriers intend to increase or maintain their staff sizes in the next 12 months. While the Bureau of Labor Statistics ... Employment Growth Expected: Q3 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study Results

Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Q3 2025

We are thrilled to announce The Jacobson Group has again been named to Business Insurance’s list of the Best Places to Work in Insurance! At Jacobson, we’re dedicated to our team members’ growth and success throughout all stages of their careers, and are honored to be recognized as a workplace where employees can thrive. In ... Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Q3 2025

September 2025: Labor Market PULSE

The industry experienced job losses while unemployment dropped one full point. Read more about the current state of the insurance labor market in our September issue of PULSE.

6 Keys to Leading Actuarial Teams Through Change

Machine learning, automation and AI are transforming the insurance landscape and are essential for the evolution of the actuarial function. These tools and other elements of actuarial modernization contribute to innovation, increased productivity, enhanced data analysis and more, while also freeing up teams for more complex tasks.

Overcoming the Executive Talent Drain

A strong executive team is essential for fulfilling your organization’s long-term potential. However, as the scope of leadership expands and the need for skilled leaders intensifies, many insurers are experiencing a talent drain at the executive level. Our Q3 2025 Insurance Labor Market Study revealed the demand for executive-level roles across all functions is at ... Overcoming the Executive Talent Drain

August 2025: Labor Market PULSE

The BLS revised its numbers for May and June, showing slower job growth than initially reported for the overall U.S. economy. May employment numbers were revised down to an increase of 19,000 jobs rather than the initially reported 144,000 jobs. June employment numbers were initially reported as a jump of 147,000 jobs, and now reflect ... August 2025: Labor Market PULSE

Competing for Technology Talent

Technology talent continues to be in high demand as insurers work to enhance customer experience, increase operational efficiency, personalize their offerings and compete in a quickly evolving environment. Not surprisingly, technology roles consistently rank at the top of carriers’ hiring plans. It’s likely your organization’s priorities for the rest of the year and moving into ... Competing for Technology Talent

July 2025: Labor Market PULSE

While the insurance industry saw a slight decrease in employment in June, the industry’s unemployment rate also dropped – hitting its lowest point since September 2023 at 1.3%. The dip of 1.6 points is the largest we’ve experienced since July 2023, when the unemployment rate then stayed below 2% for multiple months. However, similar to ... July 2025: Labor Market PULSE

How to Be a Successful Fractional Executive

As the gig economy continues to revolutionize the business landscape, fractional executive roles are creating new opportunities for seasoned industry professionals. These “on-demand” positions can help companies fill leadership gaps on a short-term basis due to unexpected turnover or changing needs. They also create new opportunities for seasoned leaders who are between full-time positions or ... How to Be a Successful Fractional Executive