When it comes to landing your next role, today’s recruiters are looking at the complete picture of who you are professionally. However, your resume and LinkedIn presence often create the first impression. Understanding what catches a recruiter’s eye (for better or worse) can make the difference between moving forward in the interview process or being ... 6 Common Resume Mistakes That Turn Recruiters Away
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group is a recipient of Best Companies Group’s 2026 America’s Best Workplaces Awards, which identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment across the United States. Held in partnership with BridgeTower Media, the program is a celebration of excellence in company culture that honors numerous employers and ranks the Top ... The Jacobson Group Recognized in 2026 America’s Best Workplaces Awards by Best Companies Group
The insurance workforce is continuously evolving, shaped by shifting employee and employer expectations, as well as changing business priorities. As organizations evolve their best practices to stay competitive, our team is regularly invited to share insights with the insurance community, industry publications and professional associations. Below, some of our leaders offer their perspectives on a ... Q&A: Current State of the Insurance Talent Landscape
This quarter’s Compass feature article explores ways to enable your team members to work at their highest potential. The newsletter also includes an overview of the industry’s current labor market and recent executive-level job changes.
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
Throughout the past five years, there’s been an influx of new descriptors around employees’ attitudes and actions related to work. Starting with “the Great Resignation”—a phrase coined by a Texas A&M professor in 2021 referencing the large exodus of employees post-pandemic— new terms have been steadily appearing in the news cycle and social media. Here’s ... Becoming Acquainted With the New Language of Work
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
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
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.
High performers are generally 400% more productive than average contributors and are able to make the greatest company-wide impact. Explore ways to identify and retain your most impactful employees.
Jacobson’s Jeff Blair recently authored a featured article for Inside Medical Liability on overcoming today’s MPL talent challenge.
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group has been named in the annual Best Places to Work in Insurance program, which recognizes employers for their outstanding performance in establishing workplaces where employees can thrive, enjoy their work and help their companies grow. As the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, Jacobson is a people-first organization. ... The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s 2025 Best Places to Work in Insurance List