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Is your career in insurance a fulfilling passion? Four ways to determine if the industry is a good fit for you
This is a question I get very often from my students. We are all trying to find a career path that allows us to gain fulfillment in life. But the nature of our job – communicating with and helping customers – can be taxing and draining on some insurance professionals...
The importance of focusing on one task at a time
Many people boast about their ability to multi-task, but these days we're learning that it's more beneficial for us to focus on one task at a time. Here are three reasons why multi-tasking doesn’t work well – especially for insurance professionals: 1. In every agency...
One of the simplest but most powerful habits I have
One of the simplest but most powerful habits I have established in my life in the past few years is to write things down. In our industry, there are so many little things and facts to remember at all time. Why is it so important to write things down? 1. If your...
Online Vs Traditional Learning Environments
Online and distance learning has steadily grown in popularity among insurance professionals, but does that mean it’s a good choice for you? In order to help you answer that question, take some time to compare and contrast traditional versus online education. ...
12 Tips Highly Productive Agents Do First Thing in the Morning
The first 15 minutes of your workday sets the tone for the rest of your workday. Here are 12 things productive people do in the first 15 minutes of their workday to help them stay productive for the rest of their day.
Want your new hire to pass the exam? Don’t pay for their education!
After years of training thousands of insurance professionals, I have found that the ones who perform the best usually cover the cost of their own education. Here’s why…
7 Steps to Ensure You Hit Your Professional Goals Before the End of the Year
1. Look back and re-evaluate what worked and didn't work for you. 2. Get organized - Clean off your desk, clear out your email inbox. Physical clutter will create mental clutter! 3. Block out distractions - Are you spending about 3 hours or more on social media each...
VIDEO: 8 Highly Effective Study Tips That Will Help You Pass The Insurance Exam
Check out Gatson Training owner Tamara Gatson's 8 highly effective study tips that will leave you feeling prepared for your next exam -- and reach a high score!
The Top Ten Books Every Insurance Professional Should Read
Have you heard the saying, “If you want to hide something from people, put it in writing”? Well, I am here to tell you that most of your problems have already been answered or there are some options for helping you achieve the level of success you desire. They are...
7 Reasons Why You Should Use Gatson Training For Your Education
Most online courses are boring, you are forced to read and study on your own with no assistance along the way. Most online schools are run by corporations with little or no actual experience in the insurance industry. Here's 7 reasons why you should register for our...