I just started with an organization in Florida that seems like it may be going places. The world is smaller than you think so I won't mention the organization. It seems like it's really close to taking it "to the next level." As a guy starting out in insurance this seems like a great opportunity. As part of the training process and I guess to appear friendly and a great opportunity for a career seeker they let me in on future company plans and the eventual need for managers. If I do well, obviously I would be considered for management.
Before anyone starts with the "it's probably a scam they tell everyone," I want it known that I've been around the block a few times and this seems like a really good opportunity. The head guy is literally a genius and he's got a good product outlook.
Okay, enough with the backstory.
Here's my problem. The boss' buddy is, who is the assistant manager or whatever is not very bright. He closes deal but not by appearing stupid/young/inexperienced, but because he is stupid/somewhat young/inexperienced. I know I will overtake him sales-wise in a short period of time. Eventually, they'll be looking to make me a manager, and I'll get overrides and all that song and dance with the agents underneath me. My question is, is it worth it? Is it smarter and more lucrative to just go out on my own once I feel confident that all my training's complete and I can't get anything else information-wise from these people? How much does one make as a captive agent opening up his own shop as a manager or as a unit manager within a location?
Before anyone starts with the "it's probably a scam they tell everyone," I want it known that I've been around the block a few times and this seems like a really good opportunity. The head guy is literally a genius and he's got a good product outlook.
Okay, enough with the backstory.
Here's my problem. The boss' buddy is, who is the assistant manager or whatever is not very bright. He closes deal but not by appearing stupid/young/inexperienced, but because he is stupid/somewhat young/inexperienced. I know I will overtake him sales-wise in a short period of time. Eventually, they'll be looking to make me a manager, and I'll get overrides and all that song and dance with the agents underneath me. My question is, is it worth it? Is it smarter and more lucrative to just go out on my own once I feel confident that all my training's complete and I can't get anything else information-wise from these people? How much does one make as a captive agent opening up his own shop as a manager or as a unit manager within a location?