Podcasts about adjuster talks

AT039 Women in the Independent Adjusting Industry with Crystal Dubois   Crystal Dubois previously worked in the aerospace field when an opportunity in adjusting popped up as soon as she lost her job. In a short time, Crystal was able to travel to Texas, train, and now does her inspections.   Crystal joins us today to share the sacrifices she makes as a mom and now as an adjuster to provide for her family. She explains how she balances work and learning the skills she needs to perform while making quality time to spend with her family. She also explains that being part of the Texas Rebuild Program has taught her valuable adjusting skills, which she’ll soon need for more contract jobs. “Independent adjusting is changing the face of the industry with more women needed in the workforce.” Jason Heenan In this Episode of Adjuster Talks:   What are the essential skills a beginner adjuster needs to close a claim How opportunities in adjusting are popping up across Texas Learning organization strategies from a novice adjuster Why a career change is sometimes a good thing for your life Resources:   Texas Rebuild Program Adjusters Gone Wild Facebook Adjusterology Jeremy Rettig - Adjusting To 6 Figures Business Connect. Share. Inspire. Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT038 Checking Back In with Westin Vance   Westin Vance obtained his insurance adjuster license shortly before Hurricane Harvey wreaked havoc for millions of American homeowners. Prior to becoming an adjuster, Westin graduated from college and was working in a law firm while preparing to attend law school. He quickly realized that working in the law industry wasn’t what he truly wanted for his career. He became a Jiu-Jitsu trainer and business owner while learning the ropes of independent insurance adjusting.   Westin joins me on today’s episode to recap his career in the insurance adjusting industry since our last discussion on episode 30. He explains what the Texas Rebuild Program is and what it’s like to work for a government-funded program, the opportunities available to independent adjusters through the slower winter season, and the importance of prioritizing your health, fitness, and wellbeing while working insurance claims. He also explains the mindset required to be successful in the industry and the importance of seeking help, guidance, and resources as a new insurance adjuster.   “It’s all about being flexible.” - Westin Vance   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   Adjusting opportunities during the winter season. What is the Texas Rebuild Program? What it’s like working with FEMA’s Texas Rebuild Program and government-funded programs. Challenges associated with the Texas Rebuild Program. The importance of building relationships. The importance of prioritizing your health, fitness, and getting adequate sleep as an adjuster. The importance of properly scheduling your claims and calling customers. The mindset required to become a successful insurance adjuster. The importance of seeking help, support, and resources as a new adjuster.   Resources Mentioned:   Texas Rebuilds   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT037 Transitioning from Construction to Adjusting with Matt Whitmire   Matt Whitmire is a former representative of a construction and building company based in Texas. Earlier this year, he decided to transition his career from the building and construction industry to becoming an independent insurance adjuster.   On today’s episode, Matt shares his experience of transitioning from construction to adjusting and how he managed his time between working a full-time job while learning the skills required to be successful in the insurance adjusting industry. He explains how he overcame the mental barriers associated with transitioning into a new career, the time he and his family spent to mentally and physically prepare for the transition, and the importance of being committed to learning the ropes and doing the job correctly. He also shares his experience while working his first few claims this hurricane season as well as the lessons he has learned from mistakes he made on those claims.   “It takes some time. It’s a commitment, but if you’re going to do it - do it right.” - Matt Whitmire   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   His experience with transitioning from construction to insurance adjusting. How he managed his time between working full-time and being trained as a new adjuster. His in-field experience while working claims. Overcoming the mental barriers associated with transitioning your career. The importance of being committed to changing your career. Taking time to mentally and physically prepare for a career transition. What inspired him to become an adjuster? The importance of setting a steady working pace while handling claims as a new adjuster The support and resources he received as a new adjuster. Overcoming challenges associated with learning new software and technology. The importance of being comfortable while adjusting claims. Why downloading your pictures on-site is critically important. The equipment he used in the field. Staying organized while working insurance claims.   Resources Mentioned:   Eberl Claims Services Schedule It   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT036 Insurance Adjusting Technology and Software with Clint Harper   Clint Harper is a veteran insurance adjuster with Royal Adjusting Services. His career initially began in the adjusting industry before he decided to take time off to tend to personal events in his life. During the destruction that followed Hurricane Harvey, he decided to restart his career as an adjuster to help homeowners rebuild their lives after the catastrophic event.   Clint joins me today to share his experience while working as a claims adjuster during Hurricane Harvey. He shares how the adjusting industry has changed over the years since his previous deployments, the importance of controlling your emotions and being professional while in the field, and overcoming obstacles related to new technology and software programs available to adjusters to help them streamline their workflows. He also explains the importance of managing your finances effectively between catastrophic weather events and how calling customers can impact your ability to build their trust.   “There’s so many new apps in your cell phone that you can use to get your claims mapped out properly.” - Clint Harper   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   His experience working as an adjuster through the Hurricane Harvey catastrophic event. How the industry has changed and evolved throughout his career. Representing the adjusting company and insurance company professionally. The importance of controlling your emotions while in the field. The importance of planning your day around your travel route. Using scheduling and mapping programs. The balancing act between understanding construction, claims, and technology. Overcoming fears associated with being a new insurance adjuster. The importance of budgeting and saving money for the slower storm seasons. How answering and returning customer calls helps build trust.   Resources Mentioned:   Schedule It   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT035 Working with Unbiased Consultants with Kurt Richardson of Praetorian Consultants   Kurt Richardson is the President of Praetorian Consultants, LLC., a construction consultancy firm offering unbiased property assessment services to commercial contractors and insurance companies. Prior to founding the company, Kurt worked as an insurance adjuster with Royal Adjusting Services.   Kurt joins me today to discuss how his company helps contractors and insurance companies receive unbiased property assessments on various insurance claims. He explains the role that construction consultants play while working with insurance adjusters in the field, the programs he has helped establish - such as the Shelter At Home Program - and what it’s like working with federal and government agencies. He also explains the challenges often associated with identifying insurance fraud and the importance of understanding insurance policies and coverage as a consumer.   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   How his company helps commercial contractors and insurance companies receive unbiased property damage assessments. The benefits of using third-party construction consultants. How insurance adjusters can work with construction consultants to assess property damage. Working with federal and government agencies. How the Shelter At Home Program began. Qualities and requirements needed to become a successful construction consultant. Challenges associated with working under tight deadlines. How insurance carriers can benefit by working with smaller independent adjusting firms. Using technology to your advantage as an independent business owner. Working with the millennial generation in the insurance industry. Identifying insurance fraud. How educating insurers can help reduce or eliminate insurance fraud.   Connect with Kurt Richardson:   Kurt Richardson on Facebook IVHydroPros   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!

AT034 Attending Meetup Events While Working Adjusting Claims with Jeremy Rettig   Jeremy Rettig is the founder and CEO of Adjusting to 6 Figures and Makenzie Properties of New Jersey. Adjusting to 6 Figures focuses on helping independent insurance adjusters be successful in the field as well as their careers through education and support. Jeremy initially started his career as an independent adjuster before recognizing the need for additional support and guidance for new adjusters within the industry.   On today’s episode, Jeremy shares how he created networking and meetup events while working in the field while working claims after Hurricane Irma’s catastrophic destruction. He discusses the importance of encouraging others who are considering a career in adjusting to begin networking with other adjusters through local networking events such as Meetups. The importance of receiving adequate training and support for new adjusters, and the value of riding with experienced adjusters when you’re just starting your career in the adjusting industry.   “Ride alongs are the biggest part of the training process.” - Jeremy Rettig   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   Attending meetup events to network with other adjusters while working claims. Encouraging others to start their career as an adjuster through networking events. Collaborating with adjusting firms to grow your independent adjusting business. Training new adjusters to be successful in the industry. The importance of seeking training, guidance, and mentorship as a new adjuster. The benefits of attending local meetup events. Lessons you can learn from riding with experienced adjusters.   Resources Mentioned:   Meetup.com   Connect with Jeremy Rettig:   Adjusting to 6 Figures   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT033 The Entrepreneurial Side of Independent Adjusting   Thousands - if not millions - of people are beginning to consider becoming an entrepreneur. As each year passes, more and more people quit their jobs to follow their dreams and start their own businesses. The independent insurance adjusting industry is often considered a breeding ground for entrepreneurship.   On today’s episode, I’m discussing the entrepreneurial side of independent adjusting. I’ll discuss the advantages and disadvantages of being an insurance adjuster and the importance of investing in yourself and your skill sets. I’ll also explain how to set yourself apart from your competition by developing your resume.   “The best investment you can make is in yourself.” - Jason Heenan   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   Advantages and disadvantages of being an independent insurance adjuster. The importance of mentorship in the adjusting industry. Factors that help cultivate entrepreneurial ideas and concepts within the adjusting industry. The importance of developing and investing in yourself and your skills. The importance of developing your resume. How to improve your skills and knowledge between storms. How independent adjusting is a breeding ground for aspiring entrepreneurs. The benefits of entrepreneurship. The importance of engaging in conversations about money and finances.   Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

AT032 Managed Repair Programs with Dan Lewis   Dan Lewis is a Technical Claims Manager at Nationwide Insurance with over 28 years of experience in the insurance industry. His career initially began as an independent insurance adjuster after graduating from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in General Studies with an emphasis on business. At Nationwide, he is closely involved with the company’s Property Repair Network where he oversees the hiring, firing, and quality control aspects of working with general contractors across four states.   On today’s episode, Dan shares how his impressive career began and how managed repair programs work. He explains the overhead and loss considerations regarding homeowner complexity situations and the impact that technology has had on the insurance industry while working with customers. He also explains how customers respond to managed repair programs, their preferences, and why more insurance companies should eventually consider implementing a managed repair program model.   “Technology is driving much higher expectations with the customer. We have to get on board with that.” - Dan Lewis   In This Episode of Adjuster Talks:   His role while working with vendors, adjusters, and sub-contractors. Working with managed repair programs. Overhead and loss considerations regarding homeowner complexity situations. The importance of being consistent with sympathy. The direction the insurance industry is headed. The impact that technology has had on the customer service aspect of the insurance industry. How staff adjusters work with the company. Customer preferences and experience while using a managed repair program. Why contractors should allow insurance companies to be involved in the supply pricing models. Why more insurance companies should adapt to a managed repair program model.     Connect. Share. Inspire.   Thanks for tuning in to the Adjuster Talk podcast with your host, Jason Heenan! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please head over to iTunes to subscribe to the show and leave an honest review. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.    If you’re interested in working with us, please feel free to email Jason at jheenan@royaladjustingservices.com or Mindy at mindy@royaladjustingservices.com with your resume to apply to be on our approved adjuster roster today!  

Today on episode 33 Chris interviews Jason Heenan, co-owner of Royal Adjusting Services and the host of the Adjuster Talks podcast. Jason gives good advice on how to transition from auto to property as a catastrophic adjuster. A lot of good information for anyone wanting to get into the property catastrophe arena. Connect to Jason by finding him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jason.heenan.7 or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-heenan-b389012a/   This episode is brought to you by Livegenic, check out their software and new automatic measurements by visiting Livegenic.com Also check out HailAdjustersPlaybook.com and on Tuesday May 2nd get the Hail Adjuster's Playbook ebook on Amazon.

Today on episode 33 Chris interviews Jason Heenan, co-owner of Royal Adjusting Services and the host of the Adjuster Talks podcast. Jason gives good advice on how to transition from auto to property as a catastrophic adjuster. A lot of good information for anyone wanting to get into the property catastrophe arena. Connect to Jason by finding him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jason.heenan.7 or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-heenan-b389012a/   This episode is brought to you by Livegenic, check out their software and new automatic measurements by visiting Livegenic.com Also check out HailAdjustersPlaybook.com and on Tuesday May 2nd get the Hail Adjuster's Playbook ebook on Amazon.