Managing a Remote Employee Culture
In today’s remote work setting, it’s important for organizations to promote a supportive corporate culture that reflects your company values. By doing so, companies can keep their employees engaged and motivated.
Q2 2020 U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study Results – Pandemic Edition
Jacobson finished compiling the results of our Survey of the Current Insurance Labor Market, which we ran from March 31 – April 10 to determine how insurance carriers’ 2020 hiring plans have changed in response to COVID-19…
New Study Uncovers Initial Effects of COVID-19 on the Insurance Labor Market
CHICAGO – A recent study conducted by The Jacobson Group has uncovered the initial impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. insurance industry’s labor market outlook. The survey, which ran from March 31 to April 10, shows 43.2 percent of insurers have adjusted their 2020 hiring plans in light of the pandemic. “While insurers are making ... New Study Uncovers Initial Effects of COVID-19 on the Insurance Labor Market
Putting Your Best Foot Forward During Virtual Interviews
In the current business climate, the majority of insurers have closed their physical offices and their employees are working remotely. This is impacting relatively all facets of business including recruiting and hiring processes. Candidates must now be able to interview for roles and even be comfortable accepting offers without meeting hiring managers or other prospective ... Putting Your Best Foot Forward During Virtual Interviews
Managing Remote Employees: Key Insights and Advice
As the insurance industry adapts to a workforce that is primarily – if not completely – remote, many managers are finding themselves overseeing work-at-home employees for the first time. At Jacobson, many of our corporate employees and temporary staff work remotely on a regular basis. We asked a few leaders across our organization for their ... Managing Remote Employees: Key Insights and Advice
Harnessing the Strategic Potential of Boards
Today’s boardrooms are operating in a tumultuous business climate. As business continuity and remote work capabilities take precedent, certain skills and experiences are more valuable in the boardroom than ever before.
Recreating the Candidate Experience through Remote Interviewing
As the business landscape rapidly evolves in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, insurers must also adapt their approach to hiring. While most individuals are accustomed to meeting candidates in person, shaking their hands and even conducting interviews over a shared meal, remote interviews are quickly becoming the norm. It’s essential for hiring managers and recruiters ... Recreating the Candidate Experience through Remote Interviewing
The Jacobson Group Launches Survey on Current Insurance Labor Outlook
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group has launched a study to uncover the impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. insurance labor market outlook. All insurance and reinsurance carriers are encouraged to participate. “As the coronavirus pandemic rapidly changes the global business climate, we’re aiming to help the industry understand its impact on hiring,” said Gregory P. ... The Jacobson Group Launches Survey on Current Insurance Labor Outlook
American Farmers and Ranchers Mutual Announces Selection of New Chief Executive Officer
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Board of Directors of American Farmers & Ranchers Mutual Insurance Company (AFRMIC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon D. Srna as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer. Srna will be assuming leadership on April 20, 2020. The successful engagement was conducted by the executive search practice of The Jacobson ... American Farmers and Ranchers Mutual Announces Selection of New Chief Executive Officer
Boardroom View 2.1: Harnessing the Strategic Potential of Boards
As business continuity and remote work capabilities take precedent, certain skills and experiences are more valuable in the boardroom than ever before. This issue’s feature article explores how boards can leverage their members’ strategic potential to better support the company’s vision.
Insurance Director Boot Camp Rescheduled to September 29 – October 1
NEW YORK – Insurance Director Boot Camp which was set to take place in New York from May 19 – 21 has been rescheduled for September 29 – October 1. Registration is now open for the new dates at www.insurancedirectorbootcamp.com. The three-day program sponsored by The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA), International Insurance Society ... Insurance Director Boot Camp Rescheduled to September 29 – October 1
Best Practices for Working from Home
Most businesses have asked their employees to start working from home during the past week. As someone who works remotely on a full-time basis and oversees our own temporary employees at The Jacobson Group (many of them remote workers), I wanted to share a few best practices for effectively working at home. Whether you already ... Best Practices for Working from Home