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🎉 Exciting AFLAC Career Update! 🎉 Greetings LinkedIn community! I am thrilled to share a quick update on my journey with AFLAC so far. Just a few months ago, I embarked on this incredible career path, and it has been nothing short of rewarding. As a local pastor, I have a passion for helping people, particularly churches. During my time at AFLAC, I've had the privilege of partnering with several esteemed companies, providing their employees with top-notch benefits. I'm honored to have received accolades such as Fast Start, Super Fast Start, Founders Week Award, Fire Ball, and most recently, Super Fireball. These achievements are a testament to AFLAC's robust training and exceptional policies that cater to businesses of all sizes. In my portfolio, I've had the pleasure of serving a diverse range of clients, including a local symphony, recreational entertainment group, general contractor, daycare, funeral home, nail salon, church daycare, and church staff. AFLAC's employee benefits truly add significant value to any organization, regardless of its size. If you're a small business owner, pastor, or leader looking to provide quality employee benefits for your church staff or church daycare, I can help tailor AFLAC's offerings to suit your needs, whether you're based in my home state or anywhere across the country. Our policyholders consistently express gratitude for the comprehensive coverage and satisfaction they receive. Whether your team needs better benefits or you're starting from scratch, I'm here to assist in providing affordable group benefits that ensure your team's well-being. Let’s connect and explore how AFLAC can support your organization’s growth and success through superior employee benefits. Reach out to me today, and let’s discuss how we can elevate your business with AFLAC! #AFLAC #EmployeeBenefits #CareerGrowth #Insurance #BusinessSuccess #Leadership #ChurchSupport

"The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively." – Bob Marley As we wrap up the 9th annual Insurance Careers Month, I am reflecting on building a career of purpose, something that leaves us individually fulfilled and adding value to others. I recently saw the new One Love movie on Bob Marley’s life and was struck by how his short life of 36 years seemed to fill a very specific purpose. He had the foresight and fortitude to bring together warring factions within Jamaica, and kept going even after he, his wife and colleague were shot. It was remarkable they all survived and knew their purpose was worth the personal risk. It was inspiring he found a way to reach people with whom he disagreed, who were violent when he promoted peace. As we all navigate a troubled and divisive world, maybe Bob Marley’s life can serve as an example that there is always common ground to find. Business leaders know how to incorporate differing views, negotiate, and compromise. We are focused on creating value and real outcomes. It’s our job to win. We can choose to see a bigger purpose and bring connection and progress to our own communities and workplace. What do you want your career to stand for and what is the impact you want to leave behind? #ICM #insurancecareersmonth Marguerite Murer Tortorello, Jessica Hanna, Nicole St.Martin, Judy Busby, Gregory Jacobson, Matthew Mosher, Andrea Keenan Lisa Wardlaw

Am I better than other people? Yes (but with a massive caveat 😂). I got an astronomical level of engagement on a post this week. It also deeply triggered some people. One of the triggers was that I said, as a 20 year old, being a firefighter was top of the food chain when all my mates were bricklayers and electricians. One guy said I was belittling those professions. Let me be clear, I have never seen myself as better than anyone else. Everyone has something amazing they can share and many low paid jobs have enormous value to society and the people they impact. Take carers in an old people's home as an example. Did I see myself as better than my mates for becoming a firefighter? No. But did they hold me in high esteem for being a firefighter? Yes and I loved that. Plus, only 2.5% of people who applied to join the Fire Service got in. Applying made me realise that life is a competition. The first thing I did (before applying) was speak to two serving firefighters and take copious notes. I then knocked on the door of Halifax Fire Station and asked if I could look around. All this gave me an edge over loads of my mates who also wanted to become a firefighter. They simply sent off the application form and hoped for the best. I didn't get in because I was a better candidate than them; I got in because I was better informed and worked harder. Recently, I have prepped a CEO who has pitched for millions of pounds and another person getting interviewed to become CEO of an insurance company. Both of them were up against other people. To be successful, they had to be 'better' than their competition. Not better human beings but have a better proposition, better understanding of the role and better qualities that suited the investors and Board. These are not natural gifts given to the chosen few. These are things we worked very hard on so they could stand out from the crowd and be better. I have had astonishing success where I showed myself to be better. A Guinness memory record, 500 media appearances including going on Oprah, Sunday Times #1 bestselling book and becoming a global speaker are a few areas where I beat others and smashed it out of the park. But for balance, my extreme highs have been matched by extreme lows. My ability to outwork others and drill deep has produced wonderful memories but that tunnel vision has also created some truly awful self inflicted pain. Am I better than other people? Broadly speaking, yes in terms of motivation, work ethic, drive and ambition. But it's a double edged sword because no matter how bright the day is, night will surely follow. SIDE NOTE: In the last year, after buying a house, I have used roofers, an electrician, plumber, handy man, tree surgeons and some guys to build a fence. A fully trained firefighter earns an average of £88 a day in the UK. The least I have paid for the trades people was £200 a day, the most £350 per day. Esteem is great but it doesn't pay the bills.

#OurStateFarm has a career where you can "invest in [yourself] and embark on an entrepreneurship journey!" Learn more below as State Farm Agent Will Davis! Wouldn't you like to be a #GoodNeighbor too? #careeropportunity #careerchange #careermove

🎉 February marks Insurance Career Month! 🌟 Join us at Shore Tompkins as we honor the exceptional professionals shaping the insurance landscape. This month illuminates diverse job opportunities for aspiring individuals in the insurance industry. It spotlights what makes the field exceptional and fosters collaboration to support emerging leaders. Share your personal journey and experiences as an #insuranceprofessional in the comments below, and let's collectively celebrate the rewarding paths and invaluable insights that define the essence of this industry! 💬✨ #ShoreTompkins #LibertyPartner #InsuranceCareerMonth #InsuranceIndustry

We are SO grateful for our clients! Helping hard working employees protect themselves and family members is what it’s all about! ❤️ If you have had a positive experience with us here at J. Craig Wilson and Associates, please take a minute to leave us a FIVE STAR review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #globelifelifestyle #jcraigwilsonandassociates #googlereview #careergoals

I’ve learned so much from Cindy in my short time with AP. - Her hustle, drive and unrelenting dedication to her clients make her one of the best! I’m proud to call her a teammate. - #personalinsurance #womenininsurance #businessjournal

🎉 February marks Insurance Career Month! 🌟 Join us at Homeport as we honor the exceptional professionals shaping the insurance landscape. This month illuminates diverse job opportunities for aspiring individuals in the insurance industry. It spotlights what makes the field exceptional and fosters collaboration to support emerging leaders. Share your personal journey and experiences as an #insuranceprofessional in the comments below, and let's collectively celebrate the rewarding paths and invaluable insights that define the essence of this industry! 💬✨ #Homeport #LibertyPartner #InsuranceCareerMonth #InsuranceIndustry

It's no coincidence that #BlackFriday Chicago will be hosted at the historic Wrigley Field. Just as underrepresented communities have shaped the insurance industry, they've also played a significant role in the growth and development of baseball, America's favorite pastime. Baseball's journey began officially in 1846 with the first game played in Hoboken, New Jersey, gaining national prominence during the Civil War. However, it wasn't until over a century later that the presence and impact of Asian Americans in the sport were formally documented. In 1956, Bobby Balcena, a Filipino American, became the first Asian American to play in the league, paving the way for more Asian Americans in the coming decades. Balcena's entry into Major League Baseball (MLB) marked the continuation of an important shift in the public mindset that gained momentum when Jackie Robinson broke MLB’s color barrier on April 15, 1942: the realization that anyone, regardless of their heritage, could play at the highest level. What many may not realize is that baseball has long been a beloved pastime for Japanese Americans, dating back to the first-generation issei immigrants. For them, baseball served as a means to integrate into their new communities and stay connected with other immigrants. As early as the 1920s, leagues composed of Japanese immigrant players emerged in the western United States. One of the most notable issei players was Kenichi Zenimura, who played all nine positions on the diamond. Zenimura, born in Hiroshima, Japan, was a pioneer in the development of Japanese American baseball. He played a key role in organizing leagues, games, and even barnstorming tours of Japan, including the Philadelphia Royal Black Giants’ tour of Japan in 1927 and Babe Ruth’s tour of the country in 1934. In recognition of #May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, it's important to acknowledge the legacy of Asian Americans in "America’s Pastime" and other aspects of American society, including the #insuranceindustry. Asian Americans constitute 7% of the United States’ population, with 24 million of them among the 334 million Americans. But only represent 1.3% of insurance agency owners based on the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America's Agency Universe Study. As the demographics of our society continue to shift it is important that we equip our Agents and Agency Owners of Color with the tools and resources to respond. That is why The Black Friday Network and Ako Insurance Consulting, LLC are proud to partner with the Asian American Insurance Network (AAIN) and the NAAIA Chicago Chapter to host #BlackFriday Chicago! Registration Link below: https://lnkd.in/eYQb3nCu 📆: Friday, May 10, 2024 🕘: 9:00 am TO 5:30 pm EST 📍: Wrigley Field, 1101 W Waveland Ave F2, Chicago, IL 60613 #insurance #BlackFriday #insuranceindustry #insuranceprofessionals #agentsofcolor #insuranceagent #AAIN #AAPI #equitableopportunities #americaspasttime #baseball

Exciting news!! We have started our LinkedIn business page! Make sure to follow for all of our teams' content and updates :) #AgencyOwners #AmericanNational #MeetTheTeam #BusinessPage #Insurance