Pros
- Name recognition, extensive history and trust built with community - Hands-on involvement from all members of management team (no one is "too important" to take the time to help you) - A lot of training and marketing resources available - Big network - you won't be limited to what you can do for your clients as opposed to other financial services firms (e.g. life insurance only) - Great employee benefits and shareplan program - Doesn't force you to rely on natural market only - provides opportunities and training on working out of your natural market
Cons
- Not an easy 9-5 job - you will need to commit to working nights and weekends, especially in the beginning - Need to be comfortable talking to a lot of people and taking initiative - not for timid people - Should have savings to fall back upon when you start