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Adapting to Change: How Word & Brown Helps Brokers Stay...

August 28, 2025 / Alex Strautman

The insurance marketplace is constantly evolving. Some market shifts are in response to legislative changes. Think about California’s recent mandate on in vitro fertilization benefits – now set for early...

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How to Build Your Book of Business as a New...

August 26, 2025 / Staff Writer

Whether you’re in your first year as a health insurance sales professional, or you are a long-time insurance industry veteran, a constant challenge can be building your block of business....

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Streamlining the Quoting Process: 5 Tips for Insurance Brokers

August 15, 2025 / Jim Pippins

A critical part of the health insurance sales process is generating a quote for your prospect or client. It provides a summary of available coverage options, costs, terms, and also...

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Your First Year as a Broker: What to Expect and...

July 31, 2025 / Alex Strautman

Your first year as a health insurance professional can be challenging, but also rewarding. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of fulfillment when you’re able to help a business and...

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Do’s and Don’ts: 9 Networking Tips for Insurance Brokers

July 30, 2025 / David Parker

Networking is essential for career growth and advancement – and for personal and professional development. In today’s business world, having a strong network offers you a significant professional advantage. It...

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July 29, 2025 / Jim Pippins

Working as an independent insurance broker offers great benefits. Being able to choose your own career path. Determining your own hours. Working from virtually anywhere. Having the potential for higher...