Archive for August 2014

Insurance Job Market Observations in August As summer winds down and the school year begins this is the perfect time to add a star performer to your team. The time could not be any better for employers or insurance professionals considering new horizons. The expected weather impact (within 90 days), the limited supply of outstanding…

11 Must-Have Soft Skills If You Are Looking for a Job By: Xcel IQ ________________________________________ Hard skills versus soft skills…which is more important? Of course if you ask five people…you’ll get five different answers. The truth is, they’re both necessary to be a successful employee. “Intelligence, knowledge or experience are important and might get you a…

Employers, Job Seekers, and Everyone in Between: Here’s What You Need to Know About References By: MATTHEW KOSINSKI Ray Bixler, CEO of SkillSurvey, believes that references are “more important than ever.” “Think about the ability of a job applicant to prepare for an interview,” Bixler says. Today’s job seekers are experts in selling themselves. They…

Foreign Reinsurers Enticed by Asia Market Growth By: Bermuda Re There is increasing interest among foreign reinsurers and other participants to set up or expand their operations in the Asia-Pacific region, according to Fitch Ratings. The rating agency believes the strong growth momentum of the Asian reinsurance markets is one of the key attractions for…