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
Rounding out the first quarter of 2025, the latest numbers show continued stability in the insurance labor market. Consistent with past years, unemployment dropped back down to 2.5 (less than half a point from 2024’s overall average). At the same time, total employment was up both month-over-month and year-over-year in January. According to our Q1 ... March 2025: Labor Market PULSE
Throughout this 10th annual Insurance Careers Month, we’ve seen members of our industry come together to share their stories and showcase the many paths to a rewarding, purpose-driven career in insurance. Whether you’re starting your career journey or considering a change, we hope you’ll discover the many ways your unique skills and interests can contribute to ... ICM 2025: Why Choose a Career in Insurance
The topic of AI is virtually impossible to avoid in today’s business climate. However, while it may seem like all organizations have started using various AI technologies, about 75% of companies are still in the exploratory or proof of concept stage, and just 4% of companies say they are creating substantial value from their AI ... 4 Essential Questions for Successful AI Implementation
We’re halfway through the 10th annual Insurance Careers Month – an industry-wide initiative focused on encouraging the next generation of talent to choose a career in insurance. Along with building a bench of talent as seasoned professionals reach retirement, there are a number of benefits to welcoming young professionals and new graduates with open arms. ... The Facts About Gen Z
With Valentine’s Day upon us, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on what makes so many of us fall in love with this unique and purpose-driven industry. From innovative technology and analytics to problem-solving and relationship building, insurance offers limitless opportunities that continue to inspire professionals at every level. Below, a few of ... Why We Love Working in Insurance
We’re continuing to experience a stable insurance labor market. While the industry’s unemployment rate remains higher than 2024’s average, it is too early to tell if this will become a notable trend or if unemployment will soon drop back down. The BLS also performed its annual five-year revision in January, which adjusted employment numbers slightly ... February 2025: Labor Market PULSE
While having a robust and polished profile on LinkedIn is essential, the real power of LinkedIn is derived from using it to build relationships, showcase expertise and open doors to new opportunities. Whether you’re exploring new career paths or deepening industry connections, actively engaging on LinkedIn can significantly amplify your professional presence. Engage with your ... Part 2 – Creating a Stand-Out LinkedIn Presence: Tips from a Recruiter
As we kick off the 10th Annual Insurance Careers Month, The Jacobson Group is reflecting on the remarkable journey of the Insurance Careers Movement (ICM) – which has grown from a shared vision among its founding organizations to a global grassroots initiative. Since its inception, ICM has united insurance organizations worldwide, providing a platform for ... Celebrating a Decade of the Insurance Careers Movement: Join Us
The industry remains stable moving into the new year, adding 52,700 jobs throughout 2024 and continuing its steady post-pandemic growth. Despite slight spikes in December and August, the annual average unemployment rate for insurance carriers and related activities in 2024 was 2.1%, similar to 2023’s average of 2%. While insurance unemployment reached 3.2% in December ... January 2025: Labor Market PULSE