The last few years have seen the rise of unexpected insurance risks, and agents must quickly learn to address these with comprehensive insurance solutions. Thanks to new innovative technologies, agents have more at their disposal to meet clients’ expectations across industries. However, agents must move quickly to target and address unpredictable
environments while maintaining profitability and consumer-centric products and relationships.
Pandemic-influenced lockdowns and safety measures forced many events and networking opportunities to a digital front. Now, things have changed and there is a slight shift to people returning to in-person events.
After spending nearly two years dealing with clients and issues through digital channels, returning to in-person interaction brings exciting opportunities. While there is a convenience with remote connectivity, several things help enhance and enforce learning when attending a conference in person.
By choosing to attend an event in person, you make a significant investment of your time and resources to the event. Because it is an investment, it tends to be a priority, and few things can come between you and your plans to attend. There is a more profound mutual respect for the event planner, fellow attendees, speakers, and it’s more likely that each aspect of the event will command your attention for this reason. You also commit to the process of an event, which often forces you outside of a comfort zone both socially and professionally.
It’s easy to get distracted when attending an event virtually. Without the accountability of your presence, it’s easy to get lost multi-tasking while you chat with your kids, grab a snack or finish paperwork. By sitting in front of the speaker, you’re more likely to give the conference 100% of your attention, which means you will retain a lot more.
By heading to an in-person event, you benefit from peer and mentor relationships. You can connect with others from the industry and further add to the learning opportunity. You can ask questions, get explanations, or receive in-depth advice about specific situations you will encounter, opening your mind to new possibilities in your field.
While the severe threat of COVID may feel less intense in recent months, many may still shy away from in-person events due to health concerns. While you should always prioritize your health and safety, many companies and venues are taking precautions to minimize or address the risks COVID presents. An in-person event is well worth your time if you want to move forward and grow as an insurer. This investment will help you understand how to use technology like the Verity system to secure future growth and client loyalty.
Say goodbye to outdated systems and begin looking at a solution that will provide what you need to increase productivity, decrease costs in the long run, deliver frictionless transactions, and remain competitive in today’s environment. For more information about VRC’s Verity software and to book a demo, click here or contact us at 541-209-0700
