Now Hiring - Farmers Group, Inc. - Professional Services Insurance Sales Agent in Training in Waco, TX

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Job Description Are you an Aspiring Entrepreneur, but don't know where to start, or you haven't found the right entry point? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and see the value of partnering with a nationally recognized, Fortune 500 company? If you are a strong sales, marketing or management professional, looking to break free from conventional salaried roles with minimal growth opportunities, we encourage you to look at Farmers Insurance and the Agent in Training program! Our Agent in Training Program (aka Protege Program) gives prospective agents an unique entry point, giving you the most freedom, while rewarding your drive and success. The Farmers Insurance Protege Program is designed to give aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to grow their sales and management skills, while experiencing the day-to-day process of running an insurance agency, all under the guidance of a Farmers Insurance Mentor Agent. With the training of your Mentor Agent, the nationally recognized University of Farmers training program, and assistance from your local District Office, you will be exposed to the many facets involved in building, and operating a successful Farmers Insurance Agency. As a future Farmers Insurance Agency Manager, you will have the opportunity to earn a base salary PLUS uncapped new business commissions, while being able to learn the insurance business from the inside out. You get to EARN, while you LEARN! Upon successful completion of the Protege program, and transition into the Agency Manager role, you'll enjoy the benefits of being an agency manager, while being exclusively contracted with a nationally recognized brand and Fortune 500 company. If you are interested in becoming an Agent with Farmers Insurance, this is the right place for you! Benefits * Training provided by Mentor Agent and District Office on all pertinent Products and Services * On the job training and first-person experience on how Agencies are effectively run * Income based on a Base salary plus Commission structure * Mentor Agents and their staff available to train and coach the Protege * Uncapped earning potential based on achieving sales goals * Multiple entry points to becoming an agency manager upon successful graduation from the Protege Program * Business plan development and coaching from District Office * Additional training provided by nationally recognized University of Farmers Responsibilities * Obtain Property & Casualty, AND Life & Health licenses PRIOR to program start * Spend 6-12 months in the Protege role (time-based upon the individual) * Program has set sales and growth goals to keep you on track * Work closely with the Agency Manager to gain an understanding of the Agent Manger role. * Generate New Business sales via a multitude of lead sources * Immersed into the Farmers culture and the insurance industry * Collaborate with the Mentor Agent and the District Office to learn how to build, and scale, a successful agency Requirements * Be comfortable with a sales-related career based on commission and obtaining sales-related goals * Must have, or obtain, General Lines Property & Casualty, and Life & Health licenses from the State of Texas (within 30 days) * Self-confidence, perseverance, and the ability to remain positive and maintain progress towards goals in spite of obstacles and adversity * Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment * Strong listening skills and ability to anticipate and overcome objections * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Ability to take initiative and act effectively with minimal direction at times * Experience with Microsoft Products * Experience developing and following a prospecting plan * A track record of exceeding sales goals Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities * Commission pay Experience: * Sales: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: * Property & Casualty License (Preferred) * Life & Health Insurance License (Preferred) Work Location: In person