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fivedaily
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 Posted - 12/04/2002 : 23:44:17
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I am curious...has anyone ever gotten a job as a result of one of the many postings by employers here?
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Dancatman
USA
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Posted - 12/05/2002 : 02:11:22
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Jennifer, I have hired 3 people in the last three weeks from my Job post. If folks respond it could lead to additional work.
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American Claims Service
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Posted - 12/13/2002 : 02:03:22
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I have hired 9 full time Adjusters and added over 100 other adjusters to our cat roster for 2003
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CCarr
Canada
1200 Posts |
Posted - 12/13/2002 : 09:17:07
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The legitimate job postings and any hiring as a result of them is a good thing.
But another one of the many - too many - vendors gleefully saying they have added yet another 100 to their "roster" is just another piece of that transparent pie from the sky.
I read Ghost's comments in another thread that picked up on this issue with his comments of the vendors 35% to 40% of the "take", ".... they provide us with a salesman going after the carriers ....".
That in theory is wonderful. The normal application of such is like a manufacturer agent of some new technilogical "toy" making sure it gets on the shelf of as many retailers as possible, so the mass consuming public can have exposure to the product and hopefully buy it. However, this increasing group of vendors are flogging the same group of cat adjusters, to the same group of carriers. Market or job opportunities are not really increasing for anyone, other than the vendor who makes their pitch that they are better than the next vendor. The workforce is the same. |
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Newt
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - 12/13/2002 : 11:28:55
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IMHO, most of the vendors have a cadre or core of people they use first, rightly so and understandable. The rest is cannon fodder. The vendors know it, the carriers know it and even a dummy like me knows it. I approve of their choice and think if it were not for that, there would be very few vendors. As they say you gotta put your best foot forward.
I have responded to one carrier, Jenifer, more or less for info, I didn't pursue the job because I have a lot of study left. I did get on the list with Eberl for sponsership, and if they need me I would go because they have been very good about providing info. Darryl Martin has also been a big help of the Worley Co.s I think they do respond to the applicants, most do I am sure, not many make the cut probably. Being on the bench is part of the game I guess. The more benches you're on the more apt you are of getting in the game. |
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Wes
USA
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Posted - 12/24/2002 : 23:37:40
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I applied to a position here on CADO was immediately called for a interview and was subsequently hired. All this in the span of one week. I am now working for a independant adjusting firm in south Florida. I believe it is going to be a incredible opportunity for me. I have been employed for three weeks and the experience I have gained in this short amount of time has far exceeded my previous capabilities. I owe it all to Cat Adjusting and to CADO, if not for the training as a Cat Adjuster I would not have landed the position and of course CADO for posting the job listing.
I mentioned in a previous post several weeks ago that the benefits a adjuster can gain from this website are incredible. All the knowledge in these forums and the contacts of other adjusters and employers is something that would cost several hundred dollars if not thousands at some adjusting school or employment agency for the insurance industry. Here it is all free for the reading. I think all state DOI's should make it a prerequisite that new adjusters read these forums before they license you.[;)] This goes for all types of property adjusters be they staff, inside, outside, independant or cat this website will benefit you.
Thanks to all and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! |
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jcllhn1
USA
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Posted - 01/02/2003 : 16:45:59
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| can any one send info on how to go about being on cat list.my husband and i re new to this. we just completed the class for property/casualty and we want to work as independant adjusters as a team but do not know where to start. any info would be greatly appreciated...rhonda |
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Ghostbuster
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Posted - 01/02/2003 : 19:59:48
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| Rhonda, please go get a job at a carrier and pay your dues. The ladder climb starts at the bottom, not up here at the top. |
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CCarr
Canada
1200 Posts |
Posted - 01/02/2003 : 21:19:11
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Rhonda, maybe before your questions can be answered in a way that will be of more tangible value to you and your big fella; could you tell us - all the reasons why you chose this field?
In the meantime, I have to run out to the garage and stare at my ladder, and try and find the step marked 'here'; then perch myself on that perilous ledge and look around or up and down.
I always thought the one marked 'here', was still up 'there' somewhere. When I hear back from you about really why you chose this career path; I'll likely be back from the garage after having evaluated 'my ladder'.
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Newt
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - 01/03/2003 : 10:00:40
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Rhonda and Mate, This a good starting place, it has a bottom top and in between. I am still just a little below the bottom. You can short cut and enter an apprentiship with a carrier, which is good advice from the Ghostbuster or as Clayton says state your goals and go for it.
I have chosen the route of "study hard for a year" and then go for apprenticeship on the bottom. It is not easy nor is it cheap, you gotta keep it in your mind every waking hour, then do it in your sleep. It takes a lot of willpower and a burning desire to achieve your goals, so stay focused and go for it.
I have four or five months to go, and I may throw my hat in the ring, if I don't feel I'm ready I won't. |
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whitstorm
USA
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Posted - 01/28/2003 : 09:33:30
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There are several ways to go about "getting into this business". The best is to "know" another adjuster. You can gain a lot of insight as to "really" what they do, and it helps tremendously to get your foot in the door with a "contact." You can also, possibly, travel with the adjuster on a storm, or just pop in for a week, or so, and "watch." You may even be given a few menial administrative tasks while on your visit.
It's gotten to the point now, in this business, that you can't just jump in a go to work. Vendors are requiring more and more training/certifications, etc. The best way, if you know someone who works for a IA firm, is to get on board with that firm. Find our what their certification requirements are (for them and their clients), go through their training classes, etc. and stick with that company. There are a lot of people that put their name in the hat with a lot of companies, and just go when they are called - the only problem with that is that if you work for four or five different companies, you always start out at the bottom of their list. If you are just starting out in the business, give your loyalty to one company, and it will pay off in the long run. If you have been in the biz for a number of years, you probably know you can work for anyone, and your experience is your entry. If you're good enough, you can go when called for whoever you want to - just don't spread yourself too thin. If you miss calls from a firm, they are likely not going to keep calling you. Yes, you are working, if you are missing calls, but you are also back to that "one" that you are working for.
The business is also very cyclical. I got started in 1998 and was lucky to work CAT-duty for 44 out of 48 months. Now, I have been off for 6 months straight. That reminds me of one more thing - if/when you get started, don't be too "loose" with your money the first 5 years, or so - always keep enough in a "reserve fund" to keep by on for at least a year. |
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CatDaddy
USA
310 Posts |
Posted - 01/28/2003 : 13:15:44
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Ghost - thanks for the comment. At least I know now which direction I need to look if I want to see you coming. I had it completely backwards.
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rr
USA
45 Posts |
Posted - 01/30/2003 : 22:11:35
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Whitstorm
very good advise as far as I am concerned and should relate to everyone at least staying with one vendor and have money saved.
thanks for your new post and keep them coming
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mameluke
USA
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Posted - 03/10/2003 : 18:55:35
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Right now I work for a small disaster restoration company...water, smoke, mold, and have certifications in all of those areas from various organizations, and am considering taking what I've learned there into the adjusting field, but don't have any insurance licensing or training. Does anyone have any advice on where to go to get the necessary licensing and training, and what are your thoughts on the usefulness of these certifications when it comes to adjusting? Certified Restorer w/ASCR, ASD with IICRC, and CMR with the IAQA are the certifications.
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Bob Huddleston
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