Recently, Forbes named The Jacobson Group to its 2019 List of America’s Best Recruiting Firms. We’re proud to share that we ranked in both of the list’s categories: executive search and professional recruiting. The main purpose of the Forbes list is to help companies select the right recruiting firms for their needs. There are a ... What to Look for in a Professional Recruiting Firm
Traditionally, insurance organizations have consisted of siloed departments that are each responsible for specific parts of the business. As the industry evolves, insurers are responding to a shifting environment and finding value in working with more agility and efficiency. Collaboration among departments is becoming more important than ever. Effective collaboration helps break down barriers among ... The Rise of Collaboration in Compliance
As you’ve probably noticed, it is taking longer to fill positions than ever before—that is, if you can fill them at all. Fewer qualified candidates are submitting their resumes and your recruiters have no choice but to tirelessly tap passive industry professionals hoping the opportunity catches their interest. How did we get here? As many ... Breaking the Truth: The Cost of Vacancy
Today’s claims executives are concerned. Worry about how they will survive without their soon-to-retire skilled claims professionals keeps them up at night. Even worse, departments have fewer candidates on the bench to fill those soon-to-be vacant positions. Even when executives look outside their departments for talent, non-local candidates are less willing to relocate, as many ... Virtual Leadership: How to Manage Remote Claims Staff
Elevating gender equality from mere conversations to meaningful actions and investments – truth or dare? This International Women’s Day, we’re reflecting on how to help other women step into their own power and be the inspiration to others that follow. Dare to be the spark and to push your organization to renew its commitment to ... Ignite Gender Equality: Dare to Be the Spark
The results from our latest Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study are now available! Read on for highlights from the most recent study. The survey expectations for staffing remain positive. Although the rate of expected hiring decreased to 61 percent from 63 percent in July 2018, half of all carriers are planning to increase their ... Strong Industry Outlook Highlights the Need for Talent Solutions
Odds are you have probably heard us talk in length about the insurance talent crisis. You have likely also heard us discuss the importance of upgrading salaries, culture and more in order to recruit and retain top talent. Were you listening? And more importantly, have you pivoted your strategies as a result? Follow along as ... 8 Popular Insurance Talent Myths Debunked
The screen is up and running, burgers are sizzling on the grill and the beers are taking an ice bath. You even have chips and dip ready along with the number for a local pizzeria in case the food runs out. But is that all you need to prepare for your Super Bowl party? Is ... Defend Your Yards for the Big Game
For the past several years, insurance industry thought leaders have publicly promoted and emphasized the importance of attracting Millennials and Gen Zers to the insurance industry. Citing the looming talent crisis and young professionals’ lack of interest in insurance careers, the industry collaborated across organizations and gave birth to numerous publicity campaigns. But has our ... Reengaging Gen X: The Forgotten Talent
The insurance industry stands amid a rapidly evolving talent market. Insurers are now face-to-face with the rise of innovation, emphasis on corporate culture, push for inclusivity and growing temporary workforce. Is your organization prepared? Here are top the nine insurance industry trends we expect to see in 2019: Insurers Revisit Recruiting and Hiring Practices Amidst ... Insights into the Insurance Talent Marketplace: Trends for 2019
Written by Joanne Turner, Assistant Vice President, and Blake Grimm, Client Development Manager The future of healthcare is upon us and it’s offering a chance for payers to lead the industry through innovation and expansion. Global healthcare spending is projected to reach $8.7 trillion by 2020. Organizations are continuously finding smarter and more innovative ways to deliver ... Holistic Talent Strategies for the Future of Health Insurance
Picture this: young job seekers spent their mornings flipping through local newspapers, combing its pages for new listings and eagerly scanning the copy for responsibilities and requirements to which they were a match. When intrigued, they would package their resumes neatly with a cover letter and drop it in the mail and then ... Follow, Like and Share Your Way to Next-Gen Talent