Proper Attire To An Insurance Interview

[VolAgent]

Sad but true...you can probably add AFLAC to that list as well.

In all fairness, most career shops will do just about the same. The big mutuals might make you pass a LIMRA test first, but that is about it.

As Rick likes to say, they do worship at the altar of LIMRA.

 

[Guest]

I am in California and it has gone casual. If I were going to a insurance agent interview I would wear my blue wool blazer, pressed white shirt, grey wool slacks, black belt and polished black shoes. Although, if a suit makes you feel sucessful by all means wear it. Good luck!

 

[xrac]

Sad but true...you can probably add AFLAC to that list as well.

I agree and add Primerica!

 

[beachgoer]

My position is this: I'll never do something that could cost me a sale. And underdressing or seeming unprofessional could cost you a sale.

 

[Mark]

My question in this post is does the type of car you drive really impress clients or matter?

 

[Crabcake Johnny]

For me - depends on the product. If someone coming over my house is giving me any kind of financial advice but drives up in their '79 Pinto...yes, that would absolutely affect my decision.

 

[VolAgent]

With both cars and personal dress, I would say a lack of quality hurts more than an excess of quality helps.

Showing up in a '79 Pinto, unless its been beautifully restored and you use it as a talking point, definitely hurts.

Showing up in a brand new 5 series BMW, probably doesn't help much and may even hurt.

Showing up in jeans and a t-shirt, definitely hurts.

Showing up in a $5,000 dollar suit, with Italian leather shoes, gold cufflinks, etc. Probably doesn't help much and again could hurt.

 

[the mayor]

Go with a neon yellow Speedo banana hammock, black knee socks and white tassel loafers for the winning edge

 

[lucasr]

My question in this post is does the type of car you drive really impress clients or matter?

I did some client interviews/surveys during the interview process for NY Life and a lady told me she looks for an agent that drives a nice car because he must be good at what he is doing. I was surprised and had never thought that much about it.

At the same time, I would think some would be turned off by a fancy car if they are already hesistant about being sold or someone taking their $$.

 

[Crabcake Johnny]

Also relevant to this conversation is how the business is "dressed" when you show up for the interview.

Is it an old, nasty office with stained carpet? Is the "manager" interviewing you 24 years old?

How is the manager dressed? How does he speak? Knowledgeable or a time share salesman? Is the interview one-on-one or group? If it's group just act like you have to hit the bathroom, and leave.