First off let me say that I have been visiting this site for a long time and I have always been amazed at the plethora of information available. Plus, everyone seems to be very accommodating of and very receptive to new members. I made the decision to join because I am in the middle of a dilemma.
I am aware of the importance of knowing someone's background so I'll lay-out mine.
I am a young insurance professional who is a recent business school graduate with a concentration in risk management & insurance. I currently work as a commercial lines underwriter with a mid-size brokerage in North Carolina.
While I enjoy underwriting and have learned a lot in my current position, I can't help but feel that my talents will be better utilized as an insurance agent. I have been in my current position about 7 months and have obtained my North Carolina P & C license.
I currently have connections with a large regional carrier (NC Farm Bureau) and am very interested in working as an agent. My question to everyone is should I stay in my current position or strike out and hit the ground running as an agent?
I am open to comments, advice and even criticism. I am looking forward to contributing to this forum and thank you guys in advance for your input.
I am aware of the importance of knowing someone's background so I'll lay-out mine.
I am a young insurance professional who is a recent business school graduate with a concentration in risk management & insurance. I currently work as a commercial lines underwriter with a mid-size brokerage in North Carolina.
While I enjoy underwriting and have learned a lot in my current position, I can't help but feel that my talents will be better utilized as an insurance agent. I have been in my current position about 7 months and have obtained my North Carolina P & C license.
I currently have connections with a large regional carrier (NC Farm Bureau) and am very interested in working as an agent. My question to everyone is should I stay in my current position or strike out and hit the ground running as an agent?
I am open to comments, advice and even criticism. I am looking forward to contributing to this forum and thank you guys in advance for your input.