On Our Mind…What it Means to Be Independent
By Jim Lombardo, CPCU, AAI, AIM, MBA, AVP of Learning & DevelopmentAhhh to be “independent."Dictionary.com defines it as:not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneselfnot subject to another's authority or jurisdiction; autonomous; freenot influenced by the thought or action of othersnot dependent; not depending or contingent upon something else for existence, operation, etc.You are an independent insurance agent! You have the freedom to do what is best for your customer. It is a tremendous benefit that comes with an equally tremendous responsibility. Of course, price is important, but you have the opportunity to offer ANY company your agency…