The Independent Adjuster Podcast (IA Path)

What is the difference between a liability adjuster and a desk adjuster? Is there a difference?

Tinecia Johnson answers those questions plus tells us exactly what a liability adjuster actually does.

Today Koby Hearn dives into a topic few can discuss. The difference between being an individual IA that works for multiple companies and owning a franchise of one particular company.

Koby has had success doing both and speaks to the pros, cons, and things you should consider.

If you need help getting work head to IAPath.com and click the "How to Find Work" button for a free video course.

Koby Hearn drops a ton of inspiring advice that'll help you decide what you want your life to look like in our industry.

If you have been wondering what your life should look like, or wishing you had someone to help you make decisions in our industry this episode is a MUST listen.

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On today's special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw (along with 2 special guests) answer the #1 questions listeners have about creating their business as an independent adjuster. This is part 1 of a 3 part series. Below is the questions answered on the podcast.

What is the most important skill set or talent needed to be successful in this industry?

What are the best routes to take entering the IA world when you don't have the experience?

How do I transition from being a shop estimator to the 'other side'...working for myself?

Is it best to start out gaining experience as a staff adjuster? If so, how quickly should we be able to go independent? Ie, what kind of experience and how much experience is enough to be a viable IA?

Do you need certification from a course, and a license from your state to start working as an adjuster?

What and how many licenses do I need?

What states require you to have an auto damage appraiser license?

What do I do after getting my adjusters license?

What is required to become an appraiser? Do I need schooling, certification? What insurance is required?

Initial steps to get started? The best way to transition from a staff adjuster to independent adjuster?

Will i know when i can quit my job and continue full time with my new career?

Today Chris Stanley celebrates the 5 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.

To celebrate he discusses the 15 big lessons and takeaways that stood out to him when he thinks back across 5 years behind the microphone.

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In this episode, Koby Hearn tackles how to be one of the BEST in the industry. 

With tips on how to stand out from the rest of the adjusters and appraisers, you are competing with you are for sure not wanting to miss this episode of the podcast.

Learn How to Be a Success Adjuster By Checking Out the Successful Adjuster's Playbook at SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com

Today Brad Fancher makes his podcast host debut on the Independent Adjuster Podcast. Brad if the auto and heavy equipment expert & instructor at IA Path and wants to talk to you about why you should be accepting heavy equipment claims.

Brad gives practical advice and lots of motivation for you to increase your income and bring more value to your customers.

If interested in learning how to handle heavy equipment claims and becoming certified check out IA Path's Training and Mentorship at https://training.iapath.com/bundles/heavy-RV

Today Chris interviews Anthony Guarnera of IA Connection about his history in our industry and about the exciting topic of how to get work directly from an insurance company.

Developing the connection directly to a carrier proves challenging, but Anthony has some tips to share about how you can develop relationships with insurance companies.

Check out IA Connection at https://www.iaconnection.com/

As independent adjusters and appraisers, we have a lot of things to keep track of, take care of, and a big life to live. How can you keep track of it all and is it important to stay organized?

Today Koby Hearn dives in and says "YES!" and helps give you some practical tips on how to stay organized and be more efficient with your time when it comes to your business.

Learn How to Be a Success Adjuster By Checking Out the Successful Adjuster's Playbook at SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com

Today Chris Stanley talks about how long it takes to claim the life that you want as an adjuster.

Claim Your Life is the official slogan of the podcast and IA Path as a company, but the reality is it can be hard to define what claiming your life looks like and how long it'll take.

Chris gives some honest revelation about all this and more in this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast

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