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Save the Ghosting for Halloween: Don’t Let Your Professional Reputation Haunt You

There’s a new ghastly trend running rampant among job seekers. Within the past couple years, ghosting has become a common occurrence, with 83 percent of employers reporting they’ve been ghosted by a candidate. Originally a term reserved for the dating world, ghosting has expanded into the professional realm. Loosely defined, it describes a person not ... Save the Ghosting for Halloween: Don’t Let Your Professional Reputation Haunt You

Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Oct. 2019

As a talent-focused organization, The Jacobson Group is dedicated to our employees and their professional development and growth. In fact, we were recently named a Best Place to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance. Get to know a few of our corporate employees as they share a bit about themselves and their roles.   KESHIHA ... Jacobson Employee Spotlight – Oct. 2019

How to Prepare for Any Type of Interview

Congratulations, you’ve been selected for an interview! As most professionals know, simply showing up is not the next step. It’s time to review your resume and qualifications, research the company, and align your transferable attributes and experiences – not to mention polish up on your interview skills. Proper preparation can help calm your nerves, side ... How to Prepare for Any Type of Interview

Insurance Labor Study Results: The Candidate-Driven Market Continues

We recently completed the Q3 2019 iteration of our Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, and the results are in! The study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, collects revenue and hiring projections across the insurance industry. Below are a few highlights from the latest results; make sure to download the full results ... Insurance Labor Study Results: The Candidate-Driven Market Continues

Welcome to The Career Catalyst

We’re excited to launch The Career Catalyst, our new blog aimed at providing insights on professional development topics for individuals at all levels of the insurance industry. Whether you’re embarking on a job search, looking to grow as a professional or getting ready to take the next step in your career, we hope to be ... Welcome to The Career Catalyst

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