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The insurance industry has moved well past debating whether artificial intelligence belongs in its core operations. At Insurtech Insights USA 2026, which drew more than 6,000 attendees to the conversation, the more pressing question was whether insurers and their distribution partners actually have the data discipline required to use AI responsibly and effectively. If you've spent any time watching carriers demo flashy AI pilots, you know the gap between a conference presentation and a production deployment can be enormous.
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The international insurance market offers a variety of benefits to independent agents and brokers. It provides a perfect tool for solidifying your Commercial Lines accounts and insulating them from inroads being made by alphabet house brokers. International insurance operations also offer an entree to new product lines and markets that will expand your facilities abroad. For example, U.S. agents can introduce their expertise in such lines as Auto, Medical, Surety, and Workers' Compensation to third-world countries that are privatizing these coverages. Canadian brokers can expand their expertise in out-of-country private Medical insurance and, potentially, Workers' Compensation.
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When asked, 99% of employers will give a former worker dates of employment. About one in three will say if the employee is...
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The difference between closing a sale and losing it rests with the presentation. Whether you’re selling a product or an idea, the ability to present effectively is the difference between acceptance and rejection.
Yet, most Americans would rather die than give a speech. Whatever the facts, the idea of standing in front of an audience ranks far below going to the dentist for most people.
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Before purchasing a car, computer, copier, or equipment, businesses do the usual due diligence. They do research, make comparisons, and then decide on the most appropriate product with the best value. John Graham explains why research is required before making an extensive marketing investment.
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Motivating support staff to help generate sales expands the network of potential customers. Here are some tips for putting together and operating an effective lead-generation campaign.
Reward them for leads as quickly as possible. If the payoff is quick, non-sales employees will be more motivated to provide leads.