Posts by: The Jacobson Group

July 2026: Labor Market PULSE

AT-A-GLANCE LABOR MARKET NUMBERS Unemployment for the insurance carriers and related activities sector increased to 2.7% in June. The insurance carriers and related activities sector lost 1,900 jobs in June. Industry employment decreased by approximately 69,500 jobs compared to June 2025. The U.S. unemployment rate decreased to 4.2% in June and the overall economy gained ... July 2026: Labor Market PULSE


The Evolution of Insurance Skills

We’ve been honored to partner with the International Insurance Society throughout the past several months to share insights related to findings from their Shin Research Program. As the industry continues to evolve and adapt, there are a number of vital skills standing out as both important and/or investible for the next few years: Data-Driven Decision ... The Evolution of Insurance Skills


June 2026: Labor Market PULSE

AT-A-GLANCE LABOR MARKET NUMBERS Unemployment for the insurance carriers and related activities sector decreased to 1.6% in May. The insurance carriers and related activities sector lost 10,700 jobs in May. Industry employment decreased by approximately 72,900 jobs compared to May 2025. The U.S. unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3% in May and the overall economy ... June 2026: Labor Market PULSE


May 2026: Labor Market PULSE

AT-A-GLANCE LABOR MARKET NUMBERS Unemployment for the insurance carriers and related activities sector increased to 1.7% in April. The insurance carriers and related activities sector lost 9,100 jobs in April. Industry employment decreased by approximately 64,900 jobs compared to April 2025. The U.S. unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3% in April and the overall economy ... May 2026: Labor Market PULSE



Advice for a Successful Insurance Career

As graduation season approaches, we’re excited to welcome new faces into the insurance workforce. If you are starting out in your insurance career, there are a number of ways to set yourself up for success. Below, our colleagues from across The Jacobson Group share their seeds of wisdom for putting your best foot forward and ... Advice for a Successful Insurance Career


April 2026: Labor Market PULSE

AT-A-GLANCE LABOR MARKET NUMBERS Unemployment for the insurance carriers and related activities sector decreased to 1.4% in March. The insurance carriers and related activities sector lost 5,700 jobs in March. Industry employment decreased by approximately 54,400 jobs compared to March 2025. The U.S. unemployment rate decreased to 4.3% in March and the overall economy gained ... April 2026: Labor Market PULSE




March 2026: Labor Market PULSE

AT-A-GLANCE LABOR MARKET NUMBERS Unemployment for the insurance carriers and related activities sector decreased to 1.8% in February. The insurance carriers and related activities sector gained 800 jobs in February. Industry employment decreased by approximately 45,400 jobs compared to February 2025. The U.S. unemployment rate increased to 4.4% in February and the overall economy lost ... March 2026: Labor Market PULSE



Making an Impact with Insurance Careers Month

This February marks the 11th annual Insurance Careers Month, providing a dedicated time for the industry to focus on raising our collective voices to inspire young talent to choose a career in insurance. This is the hallmark event of the Insurance Careers Movement – a grassroots initiative committed to inspiring young people to choose a career in insurance, sharing what makes ... Making an Impact with Insurance Careers Month