What skills/ qualities do you need to work in an insurance company?

Answer 1

In addition to the above, you need to be able to read and interpret policy language, and to be able to communicate well with others, both verbally and in writing.

Basic math skills don't hurt, either.

Answer 2

If you are going to work as a producer (agent/broker) you must remember that it is basically a sales position.
You must have (or develop) the following skills:
- Great comunication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
- Attention to expresions and body language
- Attention to details
- Be a people's person. Enjoy working with people.
- Be willing to work without set hours. Some days can be short, while other very, very long.
- Have a positive attitude. Sounds cheesy, but its true. Some days you will do your best and still will get no sales. However that is the exception and not the rule, so you must cheer yourself up and keep on going.

Also you must do tons of paperwork and pass some test in your state, but that is not that difficult.
Good luck

Answer 3

You need to realize most people will automatically distrust you because of the field you are in. Once you can get over that, it will depend on what department within insurance you are in as to what skills and qualities are needed. In underwriting, you must be very analytical. Claims, be skeptical and to be in customer service, you need to be good at selling a lot of useless extra's even if you dont think the coverage is needed for a particular person. Insurance is a hard industry....I say this after being in it for over 20 years.
It is a thankless job but the pay is decent. I am guessing because the job stinks most of the time.

Answer 4

Depending on the position you are seeking, you should plan on continually updating your education in the insurance industry by taking online classes and reading trade magazines. The more resourceful you are, the more lucrative your position will be. It is a fun industry with great earnings potential if you enjoy learning. Multi-tasking is necessary, Problem solving, account management, sales, risk management, customer service, claims handling, and working with people on many different skill levels depending on who your markets are will be essential. You can start out small as a personal lines csr and work your way up as you learn such as for a captive agent and it is a transitional move or you can be daring and start out at an independent agent and take the plunge!

Answer 5

Persistence

Attention to detail

People skills

Relationships