Insurance sales agents help insurance companies get new business by contacting potential customers and selling one or more types of insurance. They explain various insurance policies and help clients choose plans that suit them.
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- Insurance Sales Agents
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What do they typically do
- Customize insurance programs to fit individual clients' needs
- Call potential clients to increase their numbers of customers
- Maintain electronic and paper records
- Analyze clients' current insurance policies and suggest additions or changes
- Inspect property to determine if it is a good insurance risk
- Explain the features of various policies
- Calculate premiums, establish payment methods, and handle policy renewals
- Interview prospective clients to get financial information and discuss existing coverage
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.3%
Job Opening 1,589
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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