ποΈ Ridiculously Amazing Insurance Agent Podcast Episode: Insurance Agency Hiring Best Practices β How to Spot Great Candidates πΌβ¨
Are you ready to stop settling for "okay" hires and start building a powerhouse insurance team? In this episode, we dive into the interview strategies and hiring best practices that help agency leaders identify candidates who bring grit, accountability, and a growth mindset to the table. πͺ
At Agency Performance Partners, we believe that skills can be taught β but character, culture fit, and drive can't. π
π Here's what you'll learn in this episode:
π¬ Top interview questions that separate good candidates from great ones
π How to evaluate proactiveness, accountability, and adaptability
π§ Ways to assess how candidates handle failure and change
π Why you should use a consistent hiring scorecard
π₯ The value of team involvement in the hiring process
π§© How to ensure strong cultural alignment and long-term fit
π Smart post-interview steps: reference checks, "test drives," and onboarding for success
π‘ Sample Interview Questions Discussed:
"Tell me about a time you initiated a change because you saw something was broken."
"Describe a time you bent a process to serve a clientβhow did you handle the fallout?"
"If you started tomorrow, what would your 90-day plan to add value look like?"
"Tell me about a time you failed to meet a goal. What did you learn?"
"How do you manage and lead others through change?"
These questions and strategies will help your agency go beyond basic hiringβand start building a culture of accountability, innovation, and growth. π
π§ Tune in now to learn how to hire ridiculously amazing insurance agents who elevate your team and your agency!
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