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Scott Goldberg
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"Easy schedule, great training, unlimited earning potential" (in 40 reviews)
"GREAT TRAINING, an opportunity for those that want their own business" (in 83 reviews)
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"There is no base pay (100% commission basis), so until you get up and running you won't make much" (in 57 reviews)
"100% commission requires effort" (in 79 reviews)
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"Changed my family's life."
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
No one determines how much I'm worth or how much my time it worth. I earn what I put into the career. By far the most rewarding career I've ever been in and it keep getting better every year. The bonuses during the 1st year of the career are great while one get momentum, and the fact that bonuses are ongoing all year long, makes it even a better incentive to work hard.
Cons
Not sure if this is a "con". The fact that we are in commission only instead of salary or hourly pay makes it possible for us to get paid our full commissions! I've seen hourly wages in other companies, and it's a shame someone made $100 a day in hourly wages when they could have made hundreds more with the same effort and production if they were in commissions. If anyone is looking for a job where you can just milk the clock and get paid, this is not it. But if you're looking for a vocation or career that pays you what you're worth? This is it.
Advice to Management
Continue to provide mentoring, resources and support to incoming and Senior agents. Without these, I wouldn't be here today. Good leaders are good listeners.
Bankers Life 2019-01-19 06:02 PST Helpful (3)
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"Earn your pay"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 8 years)
Pros
The longer your here the more the freedom and flexibility you have in this career. I've been here 10yrs and have earned a significant income with the ability to manage my time with my four daughters. This company offers many opportunities for financial freedom and it doesn't require a college degree. I appreciate my management team and the training.
Cons
This is a career and not a job. It takes more than 40hrs a week to build a career. You must be prepared to study nights and weekends to become an expert. The freedom can give people a false sense that they can work less hours and still make six figures. The first year is the hardest for commission only but after that, the renewals make it easier.
Advice to Management
I would make sure people are prepared to build a business and work weekends. Great job for entrepreneurs.
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 12:32 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"A career that will change your life!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than a year)
Pros
The quarterly bonuses.
Getting paid weekly.
The opportunity to make as much as you want!
Flexibility with time.
The opportunity to make a difference in your community.
A supportive and family focused environment.Cons
Prospecting.
You will have to work hard and make a lot of phone calls.Advice to Management
Spend more time investing into your team.
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 12:23 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"Great opportunity for those willing to work for it!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Unlimited earning potential and constant growth opportunities. You can advance as quickly as you are able. Conventions and trips are great incentives that reward you and your family for hard work. This career is very challenging to start, but quickly gets easier and more rewarding. Expect long nights in your first couple of years, but with tenure, you will see your income increase and your hours decrease. This is a great opportunity for those willing to put in the work. You get to help a lot of people, make a great income, and earn incentive trips and bonuses.
Cons
Prospecting is always the most challenging part of any sales career. It is not always easy, but it is worth it. Expect to make many phone calls at the start of your career. Your value as a new agent is bringing appointments to the table.
Advice to Management
Continue to have industry leading training programs. This makes the career transition much easier.
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 12:26 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"Awesome opportunity!!!"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Unlimited earning potential, team environment, satisfaction of getting to help people, flexible schedule comes with time invested!!!
Cons
Prospecting (calling leads to schedule appointments, however this gets much easier in due time), chargebacks (exists in any business - manageable through good customer service). You have to work hard and invest a lot of time in it to become successful, but it's worth it.
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 12:46 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"A career without limits"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Top 52 training company in the world with renewals on accounts after the first year. Bonuses up to $60k a quarter and constant contests. Truly amazing company trips and meetings. Reimbursement for licenses and designations. 401k, health insurance, and work your own schedule. No cap on the amount of money you can earn
Cons
Not a 9-5 job where you can sit back and collect a check.
Advice to Management
Computer systems suffer from delays and glitches.
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 14:02 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"True opportunity.."
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 8 years)
Pros
Great group of people to work with. Great product line. Leaving clients in a better retirement position. Amazing product and sales training.
Cons
Requires a big time commitment and lots of hard work. Appointments and prospecting are the most important and most difficult part of the job!
Bankers Life 2019-04-22 12:22 PDTHelpful (1)
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"My Experience"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Bankers Life full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Great people to work with
Cons
Too much driving for too little money
Advice to Management
When started working had good income then sales force was doubled and income went down
Bankers Life 2019-04-18 13:59 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"The Bankers Life Opportunity"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (More than 8 years)
Pros
Multiple product lines
Training
Bonus program and incentives
Lead program
New Agent Support
Retirement programs
Renewal CompensationCons
Improve distribution of agent force
Advice to Management
Continue to provide competitive products.
Bankers Life 2019-04-15 22:53 PDT![Bankers Life Logo]()
"Great career starter"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at Bankers Life full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Awesome team environment, rigorous training program, flexible schedule, huge upside potential
Cons
Steep learning curve and requires great patients
Advice to Management
More frequent follow-ups
Bankers Life 2019-04-15 08:20 PDT
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