The Independent Adjuster Podcast (IA Path)

A little bit different episode today, hear behind the scenes of this last week when I was recording new independent adjuster training footage for a heavy equipment course, updates to the auto course, and also an entirely new course for hail.

So in this episode, I'm joined by Max Olson. Max is a body shop estimator turned IA, storm chaser, and cameraman extraordinaire who helped produce, direct, and film our new training videos. We discuss how it went and how we were feeling at the time of the filming.

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Whether you know if or not... you have a reputation. Today I rant on how if you don't establish a reputation in this industry you are the equivalent of the worst IA the IA Firm has ever met.

I discuss how to change your reputation, network, and be a professional in this industry. WARNING: I am on a rant, did I say that already?

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Take a drive with me as I discuss why I'm driving far away for a simple and inexpensive service learn how this can increase your value as an IA.

As an independent adjuster if you want to earn more money, get more claims, and be irreplaceable than this episode is for you!

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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]

When should you purchase estimating software? That is a great question and one that most new IA's wonder. 

Today on the podcast Chris Stanley discusses WHEN is the right time to get the software. There is no "perfect" answer for everyone, but some good rules of thumb to follow. This applies to auto or property estimating software, Xactimate, Audatex, or CCC One.

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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]

Today I talk about how we as IA's can survive when we get sick. Often the claim industry doesn't slow down for us, so what should we do?

Practical tips and mental tips on how to handle being sick. This will happen in your career so be prepared and don't let your body get the better of you in your career.

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Most of the time we just fly by the seat of our pants by IA's and our schedules become a MESS. Priorities get out of shape and we soon become overwhelmed.

Just like we occasionally need a trip to the barber shop, spa, or salon its time to take your schedule and give it a makeover.

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Today I share a story about great leadership followed by confusion and its affect on me.

I also share how you can and SHOULD be the guide in your claims and how this makes you invaluable.

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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]

We all wish we were passionate about our job because the more passion we have for something the easier and more fun it is to do it, but how do we get MORE passion for something?

How do we cultivate passion for our jobs, insureds, and clients? Find out on today's podcast.

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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]

As modern day Americans, we live and die by our phones, but as independent adjusters what apps should be using to make our job easier and life better?

Chris Stanley runs down 10 apps he believes every IA should have on their phone.

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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]

In life some of the hardest moments we face come right before the biggest breakthroughs or best experiences.

Today I share a story about how my family and I had to push through when we almost gave up and how if we had we would have missed one of the most memorable and amazing things of our lives.

Podcast Sponsor

ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at [email protected]