The Independent Adjuster Podcast (IA Path): Recent Episodes
Chris Stanley
The IA Path Podcast is the home for current and future auto damage appraisers and catastrophic auto hail adjusters.
We almost trade a life-changing adjusting career for the illusion of security, and I tell the story of the table where I nearly said no. We walk through the real costs of getting started and why the hardest stretch often shows up right before the breakthrough.
• weighing a “safe” job path against a real career move
• the father-in-law mentorship offer and what it required
• working seven days a week and being away from family
• the first auto claim, language hurdles, and learning on the fly
• long drives to a distant coverage area and saying yes anyway
• income milestones from $42k to $80k+ and the freedom that followed
• why quitting early would have cost far more than starting
• how we shorten the ramp with certification, mentors, and IA firm agreements
You should come learn how to be an insurance appraiser with me.
We break down why the real opportunity in independent adjusting is not storm season, but the constant stream of everyday auto claims. We use the 16,800 daily police reported car crashes figure to challenge the “golden ticket” mindset and map a more stable path built on rosters, relationships, and repeatable daily work.
• the 16,800 daily crash number and why it matters for independent adjusters
• the hidden claim volume beyond police reports including hail, animal damage, and non reported losses
• why betting your career on hurricanes leads to waiting and missed opportunity
• the real costs and risks of cat deployments versus the control of daily claims work
• how daily claims let you build expertise, reputation, and income part time or full time
• why getting on the right rosters and building firm relationships drives assignments
So if you're ready to stop waiting for a golden ticket and start building something real, I'd love to have you at the free 30-day IA workshop we're gonna host on Monday, August 3rd, 6 to 8 p.m. Eastern.
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https://iapath.com/30dayia
My father-in-law Mark spent 25 years becoming one of the best auto damage estimators in the industry. He started as a painter, worked his way through body repair, estimating, shop management, and eventually became an independent appraiser.
He trained me in 6 months.
Two years ago a student named Ty went through our program in 12 days, then deployed to a hailstorm and trained under the same mentor.
Same man. Completely different timelines.
In this episode I unpack what that compression tells us about where the collision and claims industry is heading and why the fossil workforce crisis is more urgent than anyone is admitting publicly.
One in four adjusters retires by 2027. The knowledge leaves with them. And AI alone won't fill that gap.
This is what the Renewable Workforce is and why it might be the most important conversation this industry isn't having yet.
Tom Vogel certified with IA Path in June 2020, right in the middle of Covid, when everyone else was shutting down. Five years later he's still in the field, still working six firms, and still answering direct messages from community members with questions.
He joined our Monday night office hours to share what five years of building an independent appraiser business actually looks like. The boundaries that protect your sanity. The time blocking that keeps you from working until 2am, even when you still sometimes do. The week he landed 14 heavy equipment claims at one location and walked away with $3,700. The routing app he uses for free because he refuses to pay $10 a month for the pro version.
And yes, he did all of this with five grandkids running up and down the hallway.
This is what a real career in this industry looks like. Not the highlight reel. The whole thing.
Strategic licensing is the key to landing auto desk deployments, with firms prioritizing adjusters who hold multiple state licenses for maximum claim-handling flexibility. While most experienced desk adjusters eventually acquire 20+ licenses, you can gain an advantage by strategically selecting which licenses to obtain first.
• Firms filter deployment candidates by looking for adjusters with licenses in all affected states
• Weather patterns should guide your licensing strategy (Midwest states for hail season, Gulf states for hurricane season)
• Hard-to-obtain licenses like South Carolina appraiser's or New York adjuster license make you more valuable
• States requiring special appraiser's licenses create barriers that can help you make the "short list"
• Having licenses in frequently hit states increases your chances of being selected for deployments
• Knowledge and competence remain essential—licenses alone won't help if you can't do the job
Keep walking your path and claiming your life!
Wondering how to land that dream work-from-home auto adjusting position? This episode unveils the pathways to remote work in the independent adjusting world that many aspiring adjusters don't fully understand.
I break down the crucial distinction between desk deployments (working at a call center or office) and genuine remote work (from your home or location of choice). For auto total loss adjusters, the typical journey begins with proving yourself in a controlled environment for 2-3 weeks before earning the trust to take your laptop home. The financial upside is significant - maintaining that $400/day rate while eliminating all travel expenses makes these positions incredibly valuable.
While competition exists for these roles, they're more accessible than most realize. Success hinges on two key factors: appropriate licensing in states with active claims and demonstrating competence that instills confidence in your ability to work independently. I also explore the alternative path through auto damage remote work, where adjusters write estimates from photos submitted from the field. This option typically pays per claim ($10-$20 each) rather than daily rates, creating different opportunities and challenges.
The choice between these paths involves important tradeoffs. Auto total loss remote work provides steady, predictable income but requires strict adherence to schedules with little flexibility during working hours. Auto damage remote opportunities offer more freedom but potentially inconsistent claim volume. Whether you're seeking a primary income source or supplemental earnings alongside field adjusting, understanding these distinctions will help you navigate toward the remote opportunity that best fits your goals and lifestyle. Ready to explore these options further? Contact us at 844-4-IAPATH or check out our certifications at iapath.com to build the experience requirements necessary for these positions.
Every adjuster dreams of landing those long-term deployments that offer stability and consistent income. The secret? Auto desk deployments – but not just any desk role will do.
In this eye-opening episode, I share insights from my experience during Hurricane Sandy, where I witnessed firsthand the crucial difference between short-term field deployments and months-long desk opportunities. Drawing from both personal experience and knowledge gained from family members who became supervisors in the industry, I reveal why total loss adjusting positions are the golden ticket to sustained deployment work. While field auto adjusters typically wrap up their catastrophe work in 1-3 weeks, total loss adjusters often remain deployed for months, earning $400-500 daily.
The industry faces a significant training gap in preparing adjusters for these specialized roles. Most firms offer woefully inadequate preparation – some as brief as five to seven minutes – which explains why many adjusters get sent home early from what could have been long-term assignments. I walk through exactly what total loss adjusters do: negotiating settlements with vehicle owners, determining accurate valuations, managing salvage, verifying liens, and processing titles. These responsibilities require specific knowledge that goes well beyond basic adjuster training.
Ready to position yourself for these coveted long-term deployments? I share exactly what you need to do – from acquiring the right licenses to seeking specialized training that will help you succeed where others fail. Whether you're looking to diversify your adjuster career or find more stability in this volatile industry, this episode gives you the roadmap to scoring those elusive, lucrative auto desk deployments that keep you working when others are sent home.
The skies are rumbling and "nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars" are falling across the country – it's hail season! For independent adjusters, this means opportunity is literally raining down. Are you positioned to capitalize on these $500 per day catastrophic deployments?
The journey into independent adjusting can be overwhelming, but this episode empowers aspiring adjusters to take charge. We guide you through essential tips and strategies to transform knowledge into action, helping you navigate the complexities ahead.
• Introduction to independent adjusting and its significance
• Key strategies for building a strong professional network
• Importance of taking action and learning from experiences
If you have more questions or would like custom advice for your situation, email Chris or call 844-4-IAPATH.
Navigating the onboarding process can feel overwhelming. We discuss the essential steps and offer insights on how to position yourself for success in the independent adjusting field.
• Overview of the onboarding process and its purpose
• Essential documents required for onboarding success
• Insights into what to expect during onboarding interactions
Launch your independent adjusting career by following our guidelines and strategies for success. Stay engaged with the firms that onboard you, as consistent follow-up can make all the difference!
Connecting effectively through networking is essential for success as an independent adjuster. Visibility and relationship-building are important in transitioning from a new professional to a respected member of the industry.
• Understanding the importance of networking for new adjusters
• Building a polished online presence with platforms like LinkedIn
• Creating and nurturing genuine relationships in the industry
Start building connections today and watch as opportunities begin to find you.
Tailoring your resume is key to landing your job, especially in the independent adjusting field. A well-crafted resume can act as a high-impact advertisement for your skills and qualifications, grabbing attention in mere seconds.
• A resume isn't just a job history, but a marketing tool to sell yourself
• Customization is essential for each job application, using keywords from postings
• Keep your resume to one page, focusing on relevant skills and experiences
If you're looking to refine your resume, download the free template from the IA Starter Kit to get started!
Certification isn’t just a rite of passage; it’s a pivotal step that bridges the gap between knowing and doing in the independent adjusting world. This episode explores the importance of certifications like Auto Damage and CCC1, showcasing how they empower adjusters and validate their skills, illustrated by Linda Thompson’s inspiring transition into the industry.
• Importance of certifications as professional validation
• Overview of Auto Damage certification's practical skills
• Significance of mastering CCC1 software
• Linda Thompson's journey from USPS to adjusting
• Boosting confidence and capability through certifications
• Encouragement to pursue recognized certifications with IA Path
Starting a business as an independent adjuster involves practical steps that lead to empowerment and independence. From obtaining your EIN to getting the right insurance, each action taken brings you closer to establishing a professional identity.
• Emphasis on transforming dreams into action
• Steps to obtain EIN for business identity
• Importance of creating your company structure
• Necessity of opening a dedicated business bank account
• Role of insurance in protecting your business
This episode reveals that merely being licensed as an independent adjuster is not enough to secure work. It emphasizes the importance of practical skills, mentoring, certifications, and the limitations of relying on IA firm training.
• Importance of foundational skills and training
• IA firms as customers, not educators
• Transforming training experiences into career opportunities
• The value of finding a mentor in the field
• Certification programs that enhance employability
• Gaining practical experience through body shop work
• The advantages and risks of online vs. in-person training
• Hidden costs of low-cost training options
• Overview of IAPATH’s comprehensive training program
The episode explores the essential licensing requirements for independent adjusters, detailing the steps needed to obtain the necessary credentials based on various scenarios in the field. It emphasizes the importance of understanding state regulations and provides actionable guidance for aspiring adjusters to navigate their careers effectively.
• Key licensing considerations for independent adjusters
• Differences between auto damage appraisers and adjusters
• State-specific licensing requirements and resources
• Importance of practical training before licensing exams
• Benefits and opportunities of catastrophic claims work
• Strategies for obtaining non-resident adjuster licenses
• Steps to enhance your competitive edge in the industry
The episode explores the IA Advantage & the EXP Free Roadmap, a mindset shift that empowers independent adjusters to focus on daily auto claims for career success. By emphasizing local competition, affordability, and flexibility, listeners learn how to take control of their path and thrive in the industry.
• Introduction to the IA Advantage and its significance
• Advantages of focusing on daily auto claims over catastrophic ones
• Local competition improves odds for independent adjusters
• Consistent daily claims provide continuous opportunities for work
• Lower startup costs and financial barriers for daily auto adjusting
• Flexibility allows for part-time work and career transitions
• Success story of an adjuster who thrived using the IA Advantage
• Overview of the two-phase, seven-step EXP free roadmap
• Encouragement to take control and start building an independent adjusting career
Independent adjusting can feel like a lottery, with many new professionals struggling to navigate the traditional path dominated by high-stakes competition and financial barriers. Exploring alternatives can provide a clearer roadmap to success that enables direct engagement and career satisfaction.
• The traditional IA path is fraught with challenges
• Competition is fierce, with thousands of licensed adjusters
• Waiting for catastrophic events leads to uncertainty
• Significant upfront costs hinder entry into the field
• Quitting stable jobs can create financial strain
• The high-pressure environment can lead to reputational risk
• A restructured roadmap can enhance individual success
This episode explores the various paths within the insurance adjusting industry, detailing the roles of company adjusters, public adjusters, and independent adjusters. We dive into how adjusters are compensated, the types of claims they handle, and how to identify which path suits you best in your career.
• Overview of types of adjusters: company, public, and independent
• In-depth description of different claims adjusters manage
• Distinction between adjusters and appraisers
• Defining catastrophic versus daily claims
• Breakdown of payment structures for adjusters
Discover how to break into the independent adjusting industry without prior experience through our innovative EXP-Free Roadmap. This episode is the kick off to the newly revised and completely re-written Independent Adjuster's Playbook.
We explore the essential elements that define a career as an independent adjuster, discussing the roles, responsibilities, and skills required.
You'll gain insight into the necessary steps to navigate this career path and understand key concepts that can lead to success.
• Examination of what defines an independent adjuster
• Overview of the core activities in adjusting claims
• Importance of effective communication in the role
• Licensing requirements explained in detail
• Insight into gaining practical experience efficiently
• Tools for building skills and confidence in the field
New adjusters often find themselves wondering how to translate their licenses into actual job opportunities.
This episode highlights the importance of proving competency through certifications and real-world experience to successfully secure work in the independent adjusting field.
• Understanding the challenges faced by new adjusters
• The misconception that a license guarantees employment
• The nature of IA firms as dispatching companies
• The need for certifications to demonstrate competency
• Alternative paths to gain relevant experience
• Strategies to effectively prove skills to IA firms
• Recommended resources for securing work in adjusting
This episode reveals the fundamental factors that determine the income potential and workload for Independent Adjusters, focusing on the significance of market conditions and effective marketing strategies.
The discussion includes insights on market expansion, realistic income expectations, and the importance of persistence in outreach efforts, ultimately empowering listeners to take control of their careers.
• Market conditions significantly influence income potential
• Expanding geographical areas can lead to more opportunities
• Effective marketing builds reputation and generates connections
• Realistic earning expectations vary widely
• Past experiences, like sales, enhance marketing abilities
• Persistence is crucial for engaging potential clients
• Independent Adjusters should operate as business owners
• Strategic actions can unlock greater success in the industry
This episode explores the considerations independent adjusters must ponder when contemplating raising their rates. Listeners learn how market demand and workload should influence pricing decisions rather than arbitrary increases.
• Understanding the payment structures for independent adjusters
• Key indicators suggesting a rate increase is appropriate
• Recognizing the importance of demand in setting prices
• Strategies for attracting more work without increasing rates
• The advantages of diversifying service offerings for better income
• Emphasizing a business owner mindset in pricing decisions
The episode explains the significance of attending the National Association of Catastrophic Adjusters Conference, emphasizing the potential networking and educational benefits. Personal experiences and details about the IAPath team’s involvement highlight the value of participation while addressing the costs associated with the event.
• Introduction to the NACA Conference and its purpose
• Overview of membership fees and conference costs
• Personal anecdotes illustrating benefits of attending
• Details about IAPath’s presence and new book launch
• Educational presentations planned for the conference
• The importance of building professional relationships at NACA
The episode delves into the complexities of starting a career in insurance adjusting amidst the significant wildfire season in California. We discuss the barriers for newcomers, including licensing challenges, competition with veteran adjusters, and alternative paths to gain experience within the industry.
• Overview of current wildfire events and implications for new adjusters
• Licensing difficulties in California for aspiring adjusters
• The impact of vehicle mobility on wildfire claims
• Competition from veteran adjusters for wildfire-related claims
• Seasonal challenges affecting job availability in winter months
• Opportunities for new adjusters through programs like IA Path
• Encouragement for newcomers to pursue experience in daily claims
This episode reveals the misconceptions surrounding the experience requirement in independent adjusting, challenging the notion that prior experience is essential to enter the field. It discusses various paths for newcomers, emphasizing mentorship, training, and resilience as critical components to successfully breaking into the industry.
• Addressing the myth of mandatory experience
• Personal story of training a friend for adjusting
• Frustrations faced when new entrants are overlooked
• Opportunities during catastrophic events for beginners
• Importance of mentorship and training programs
• IAPath's model for helping newcomers succeed
• Alternative certification options for aspiring adjusters
• The critical role of networking and connections
• Encouragement for listeners to pursue their paths in adjusting
This episode marks a fresh start for the Independent Adjuster Podcast, where we introduce exciting new directions for IA PATH and the concept of the Pathfinder. Through an innovative EXP-free career path model, we empower independent adjusters to break free from traditional experience requirements and take control of their careers.
• Celebration of the podcast's return after a hiatus
• Shift in IA PATH’s mission to support aspiring independent adjusters
• Introduction of the EXP-free career path model with four foundational pillars
• Unifying term “Pathfinder” to define graduates and members
• Presentation of the “Pathfinder Manifesto” outlining core beliefs
• Call for engagement and suggestions for future episode topics
In this must-listen episode, we sit down with Matt Epert, CEO of Crash Champions, the third-largest body shop chain in the nation, to uncover the future of collision repair and what it means for independent adjusters and estimators. Matt breaks down how he grew from a single shop to a 600-location powerhouse, and what that explosive growth means for YOU.
If you’re an independent adjuster or a collision estimator, this episode is packed with industry insights you can’t afford to miss. Matt dives into:
- The critical role of collision estimators and why they’re the backbone of the industry.
- How AI and technology are reshaping the future of estimating, and why your human skills will always be in demand.
- Why knowing both CCC One and Mitchell can give you a serious edge in your career.
- How to break into the industry with zero experience and make a name for yourself in a field desperate for skilled professionals.
Matt also shares behind-the-scenes details of major acquisitions, like the Service King deal, and how they’re creating even more opportunities for independent adjusters and collision estimators nationwide.
Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, break into the industry, or prepare for the AI-driven future of collision repair, Matt’s insights offer a roadmap to success. This is your chance to hear directly from one of the top leaders in collision repair about how to thrive in today’s market.
Chris Stanley and Mathew Allen of AdjusterTV dive deep into what it takes to make it big this hurricane season as an independent adjuster.
This 2 1/2hr special covers most things a new adjuster needs to know to be successful including a full hour of live Q&A!
The first part of the presentation covers the 4 keys.
Then Mathew Allen talks about his program and how he helps new IA's, followed by the Q&A session.
You don't want to miss this.
One of the worst things to happen to a new independent adjuster or appraiser is to be blacklisted.
This is where one or more IA Firms or an insurance company list that an individual should not be given any work... period.
If the new person truly offends them they may share with other firms their dislike for the individual and it affects you potentially throughout the industry!
This list is also known as the DO NOT CALL list and several other names.
I've seen this happen to people for only a few simple reasons...
I'm sure you don't want it to happen to you, so I'm going to share how you can avoid this dreadful fate that can stop your career from ever truly taking off.
First off, note that if a specific carrier "blacklists" you it doesn't mean your career is over.
This simply means you can't work for that specific carrier. I've had people in a panic that they were blacklisted or put on the do not call list for a large carrier worried they'd never be able to work again... but this isn't the case.
There are other insurance carriers and plenty of IA Firms you could work for.
Onto the list.
How to Avoid Being Blacklisted as an Independent Adjuster
What drives a successful career change? From West Texas insurance agent to a thriving independent adjuster in the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth area, Travis's story is a masterclass in perseverance and strategic planning. Tune in as Travis reveals his heartfelt motivations behind leaving sales to genuinely help people, his initial trepidations, and the determined steps he took to transition into the competitive world of auto claims adjusting. Through candid anecdotes, he shares how networking and persistent outreach became the cornerstone of his success.
Imagine going from handling just 18 claims in your first month to a whopping 140 claims by the third. That's not just luck; it's the result of targeted training, relentless follow-up, and leveraging every opportunity to build credibility. Travis opens up about the practical steps post-IA PATH certification, the misconceptions about the adjuster lifestyle, and the sheer determination required to break in and thrive in this tough industry. His experiences underscore the powerful blend of persistence, industry knowledge, and quality work that turns a newcomer into a seasoned professional.
Ever wondered how to maintain sanity amid a hectic schedule and avoid burnout? Travis discusses the importance of knowing your limits, maintaining transparency, and the critical role confidence plays in the claims industry. From juggling extensive travel to focusing on profitable tasks, his insights offer a roadmap for anyone looking to make it big in the insurance world. Whether you're fresh out of school or a veteran in the field, Travis's journey is packed with invaluable lessons on balancing work, leveraging opportunities, and achieving sustained success.
Embark on a captivating expedition into the heart of the auto claims universe with John Gironda from SCA Claims Services. Max Olson navigates through John's enthralling story, illustrating SCA's extraordinary ascent from its modest beginnings to a colossal claims management leader. Travel with us as we unveil the intricate layers of an industry in flux, spotlighting the breakthroughs and ingenuity that have cemented SCA's standing. Marvel at the tales of transformation, where heavy-duty trucks and motorcycles become as familiar as property damage claims, all through the lens of a man whose career scaled from the ground floor of a body shop to the executive heights of SCA's operations.
In a parallel narrative thread, witness the empowering success stories of IA Path's graduates who have taken the independent adjusting world by storm. We celebrate their journeys from novices, uncertain of their skills in assignment writing, to confident proprietors and industry stalwarts, some even rising to embody IA Path itself. Their ascension, fostered by our nurturing mentorship and immersive hands-on approach, underscores the potent pathways available to those with the grit to carve out a niche in the ever-evolving independent adjusting landscape. Tune in for a session rich with personal victories and the collective progress shaping the future of insurance claims.
Embark on a journey through the financial intricacies of body shop estimating with the guidance of industry sage, Mark Passmore. Unlock the secrets to boosting your earning potential in this competitive field as Mark, my father-in-law and mentor, lays bare the pathway to climbing from starter salaries in the $40,000 range to commanding figures that can exceed $70,000 with time and finesse. This episode is a treasure trove of insights on how embodying confidence and adaptability can make or break your job prospects and salary negotiations.
Venture further into the realm of compensation with a deep dive into the salary structures that govern the lives of body shop estimators. From understanding the baseline of entry-level wages to the allure of the six-figure echelons, we explore the myriad pay models that seasoned professionals navigate. Discover how salary plus commission, hourly wages, and straight salary can shape your career trajectory, and why strong negotiation skills are your ticket to leaving a lasting impression on future employers. Mark and I scrutinize these models alongside the per-piece payment method, delivering a comprehensive portrait of the remuneration landscape.
The final chapter of our discussion turns the spotlight on career transitions within the auto repair industry, particularly for those shifting from independent adjuster or appraiser roles to becoming body shop estimators. We outline the support systems and training resources available for those ready to pivot their career path. With Mark Passmore's expert commentary, we traverse the nuances of job placement, upskilling, and aligning career moves with your professional goals. Whether you're just turning the ignition or shifting gears in your auto estimating career, this episode is your roadmap to success.
Learn why becoming a body shop estimator may be a great decision in your auto estimating career.
While becoming an independent adjuster or appraiser is the perfect career fit for many, others may enjoy working at a shop better.
Some people may find that using their skill to write auto damage estimates as a collision estimator may be a better fit for them in their life.
Find out why with Chris Stanley's mentor, Mark Passmore, Collision Estimator Trainer and Mentor at IA Path.
Ever wondered how to decode the chaos of hail season into a successful stint as an independent adjuster?
This episode is your essential guide to mastering hailstorm tracking and turning severe weather into promising job opportunities. With my firsthand experience and some nifty tools like CoreLogic and Stormersite.com, you'll learn how to pick out the hail events that scream potential work and those that are just nature's bluster.
We'll explore why storms rated at level four or five are the ones to watch and how to scrutinize the data for prime deployment areas. Timing and location can be everything when it comes to evaluating the impact of a hailstorm.
I'll also share personal anecdotes on interpreting the size of hail and its effects on property and auto claims. Remember to stay connected with us on LinkedIn where we share real-time updates and tips on seizing these atmospheric opportunities. Tune in for an episode packed with practical advice that could be the silver lining to the next set of storm clouds.
LINKS MENTIONED
Corelogic - https://www.wvs.corelogic.com/wvs-ui/
Stormersite - https://www.stormersite.com/
NOAA Hail Prediction - https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/exper/day4-8/
Today I want to share some “One-Two Punch” strategies for independent adjusters.
(if you want to listen to the extended audio version of this newsletter you can check out our Independent Adjuster Podcast along with the 3
The One-Two Punch Strategy: Your Blueprint for Success
For many stepping into the realm of independent adjusting, the big question looms: How can I ensure a sustainable career without banking on a rare “home run”?
It’s a valid concern, given the tales of adjusters who’ve hit the jackpot with $300,000 earnings in a mere three months. Tempting, isn’t it?
But what happens if the grand slam never comes?
Here’s where the “One-Two Punch” strategy comes into play, offering a practical approach to carving out a successful, sustainable career in independent adjusting.
Let’s dive in.
1. Building from the Ground Up
No career journey begins at the summit.
Whether you dream of Hollywood fame or corporate success, everyone starts from the bottom.
Independent adjusting is no different. It demands earning your stripes, building trust, and mastering your craft. This foundational phase is where you learn the ropes, explore opportunities, and lay down the groundwork for your future successes.
2. Embracing a Varied Approach
The heart of the One-Two Punch strategy lies in diversification. Rarely does one stick to a single task and thrive. The key? Embrace versatility.
Here are the combinations that have proven successful for many in the field:
Daily Auto and Heavy Equipment Claims: Starting with auto claims paves your way into heavy equipment claims, with significantly higher payouts.
This combo not only increases your earning potential but also enhances your skill set and marketability.
Daily Auto and Catastrophic (CAT) Hail Claims: Hail season can be a goldmine.
By balancing daily auto claims with CAT deployments, you not only ensure a steady income but also open doors to lucrative opportunities during peak seasons.
Transitioning into Property Claims: For those with an eye on the long game, starting with auto claims and gradually moving into property claims can be a strategic move.
Auto gives you consistent work while property offers a broader scope of work and, potentially, higher earnings.
Chad Burnett, an IA Path graduate, accomplished this with flying colors. See his story by clicking HERE.
3. Building a Multi-Faceted Career
The essence of sustainability in independent adjusting lies in not putting all your eggs in one basket.
Diversify your portfolio by working with multiple companies across different claim types.
This not only insulates you from market fluctuations but also broadens your horizons, ensuring a richer, more resilient career path.
Conclusion: Your Path to a Thriving Career
Understand that there are paths to sustainability.
It’s about strategic planning, continuous learning, and embracing the opportunities the industry offers.
Remember, your journey as an independent adjuster doesn't always have to be about chasing the elusive home run; it can be about about building a career that’s robust, rewarding, and resilient.
P.S. Curious about taking your adjusting career to the next level?
Reach out, and let’s explore how the One-Two Punch strategy can work for you with our online certifications that get the 2-5 year experience requirement waived with over 40 IA Firms.
Have you ever found yourself stretched too thin, saying yes to everything and everyone?
It's a trap many of us fall into, and in our latest podcast, we unpack the art of the gracious 'no.' With a candid recount of my own experiences and the wisdom imparted by my mentor, Brad Fancher, we delve into the necessity of setting boundaries for a healthier work-life equilibrium. As an Independent Adjuster who's been in the trenches, I guide you through an exercise that helps weigh the impact of decisions on the four life currencies: time, money, energy, and relationships. This isn't just about thriving in our careers; it's about crafting a life brimming with intention and fulfillment.
The idea of a dream life can often feel like a mirage—always on the horizon but never within grasp. But what if I told you that it's possible to live your dream life today? This episode isn't just a conversation; it's an invitation to seize the day and find joy in the now. We discuss the unpredictability of life, the preciousness of time, and how setting goals and appreciating what we've already accomplished—like cherished family moments—can coexist harmoniously.
Tune in and join us on a journey towards living intentionally, a life not defined by a checklist of dreams, but colored by the moments that truly count.
Don't miss this replay of our first ever in person event!
Imagine stepping into a life where your career aligns perfectly with your deepest values and desires. That's the transformational journey we're guiding you through in today's episode, sparked by the catastrophic auto adjusters boot camp with Kobe Hearn and Ashley Kiderman. We put fresh talent through their paces and set the stage for success, which sets a powerful backdrop for the personal tale of my own leap from warehouse worker to independent adjuster, thanks to a pivotal opportunity from my father-in-law.
As your old host, Chris Stanley, I'm laying out the blueprint for shaping the life you've dreamed of, using the world of independent adjusting as our framework. I reminisce about the unconventional spark behind IAPATH and share the profound conversation that propelled my career to new heights, resulting in an online business that empowers adjusters to flourish professionally and personally. It's a narrative bursting with heartfelt advice and the genuine essence of living in harmony with your convictions.
We wrap up with a deep dive into the concept of life currencies – time, energy, relationships, and money – and how their interplay crafts a rich, fulfilling existence. I reveal the 'secret sauce' for managing these currencies to enhance your life's quality to its peak. You'll come away from this episode with a renewed perspective on what it means to be rich, not just in wealth but in experiences, freedom, and connection, ready to claim the dream life that is authentically and uniquely yours.
Ever wondered how a 22-year-old can make between 10 and 20,000 dollars in just three weeks in the insurance industry?
Oklahoma City native Cayman McKinney did just that, and he's here to share his compelling journey from college dropout to triumph in the insurance world. Cayman's story is one of determination, resilience, and the power of networking, highlighting the importance of likability and the ability to adapt to industry changes.
In our conversation, Cayman opens up about his initial entry into the industry, his nerve-racking yet thrilling training and deployment experience, and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way. We discuss his rapid learning process from dealing with hail damage to handling challenging appraisals, and how he has mastered the art of managing difficult customers with diplomacy and positivity. We also delve into the significant role networking has played in his success, and how he has leveraged it to exponentially advance his career.
But the story doesn't end there. We also explore the future of the industry, discussing the shift to virtual estimates and electric vehicles, and how to stay ahead of the curve. Cayman shares his unique insights on team building, the importance of maintaining a low cycle time in insurance, and how he has surmounted the most challenging appraisals. Get ready to uncover the many layers of the insurance industry and explore the potential it holds for ambitious and driven individuals like Cayman.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Can you handle both auto and property claims as a daily IA?
Get ready for a riveting conversation with our esteemed guest, Chad Burnett - a man who bravely transitioned from a 21-year-long police career to becoming a successful independent adjuster. Chad's story is an inspiring one, filled with lessons and insights on the importance of saying 'yes' early on, building relationships with dispatchers, and developing strategies to efficiently manage a high-volume of claims. His journey doesn't end here, however, as he also gives us a glimpse into his daily operations, revealing how he skillfully handles a heavy load of auto claims each day and his readiness to travel for work.
Ever considered making the shift from auto to property insurance? Listen closely as Chad shares his enlightening experiences on the subject. He speaks candidly about his rewarding experiences of aiding people in need with property claims, the financial rewards and the instrumental role his mentor, Chris, played in his professional journey. From the highs of helping others to the lows of facing challenges, Chad's story is a testament to the grit and determination required to succeed in the insurance industry.
As we wrap up our conversation, Chad highlights the importance of investing in useful tools such as Xactimate software and the need for full commitment during the deployment. He sheds light on the differences between auto and property claims, the importance of accurate documentation, and the constant need for learning in the adjusting field. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and inspirational stories, bound to motivate anyone considering a career transition in the insurance industry. Join us and prepare to be inspired by Chad's story.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Can you make a full time living working as an independent adjuster or auto damage appraiser?
Join us as we delve into this compelling question with our guest, Christine Baker, an auto damage appraiser with a knack for staying busy. Christine's transformative journey from a logistical role in the navy to the claims industry offers valuable insights for those seeking to navigate their own path. Her experiences underscore the importance of individual drive, business structure, and geographical considerations in shaping success.
As we navigate the course of our discussion, we delve into the essentials of staying engaged and productive even during slow periods. Christine generously shares her strategies, from acquiring additional licenses and certifications to tapping into new firms for more business. We also dissect the benefits and drawbacks of working locally versus taking longer drives to handle more claims. Furthermore, we examine the fascinating realm of balancing daily work with catastrophic deployments, providing a holistic picture of an auto damage appraiser's life.
In our final segment, we shed light on the transition to a full-time auto appraiser role. We tackle the complex challenges of balancing a full-time job with running a business, and the potential rewards that await those who successfully navigate this path. From understanding hail claims and dealership insurance to managing large lot losses, we uncover the strategies that can elevate your business and financial standing to the next level. So gear up and join us on this enlightening journey with Christine Baker!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Can you get started working as an independent adjuster in as little as 14 days?
Could you evolve from a vibrant entertainer to a hard-nosed insurance adjuster? Our guest, Ty, did just that, proving that with determination, dedication, and a willingness to learn on the job, you can thrive in any industry. Ty's journey took him from the throbbing heart of the entertainment scene to the challenging world of insurance adjusting. He recounts the highs and lows, the long hours and low pay, the grueling challenges and rewarding victories, and how he carved out a new career path for himself with sheer grit and perseverance.
Ty's story is far from ordinary. He made the gutsy decision of pivoting to an industry he had no prior experience in and was undeterred by the challenges that came his way. Ty's journey offers a deep dive into the life of an independent adjuster, shedding light on the industry's need for balance between what independent adjusters are paid and the personal sacrifices they have to make. As he navigated through his new career path, he grabbed every opportunity to learn and grow, persistently seeking to better himself, and ultimately, succeeded.
In sharing his candid experiences, Ty reflects on the invaluable lessons he learned during his CCC 1 training. He talks about his 14-day certification process, the importance of hands-on experience, and his ability to write estimates in less than 20 minutes. But that's not all. Ty's journey doesn't end here. With his sights set on delving into specialty RB and heavy equipment, and his goal to make a six-figure income, Ty's tale of transformation exemplifies the power of perseverance and ambition. Above all, it's a reminder that it's never too late to change paths, seize opportunities, and make your mark in an entirely new field.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Have you ever wondered what it's like to switch careers and dive into a whole new industry? Buckle in, because in our latest episode, we're taking you on a journey with Chad Brown, a former ASC certified mechanic who took the leap and transformed his career to become an insurance adjuster. Chad's story is a captivating tale of exploration, risk-taking, and resilience.
Chad had 17 years of experience as a mechanic under his belt, but his curiosity led him to the insurance field. Listen as he talks about his transition into the world of insurance and independent inspections, his learning process, and the ways he has grown his business. The conversation is packed with valuable insights - from understanding the differences between mechanical and damage inspections to the importance of taking total loss photos, Chad’s journey offers valuable wisdom for those intrigued by a similar career change.
Finally, Chad opens up about the strategies he adopted to efficiently run his auto industry business. He shares how he has gradually progressed his business, built up his income streams, and even brought in his wife to help expand the business further. As we wrap up the episode, we explore ways to increase rates with existing clients, find new clients, and balance volume with profitability. If you're considering a career shift or just interested in the nitty-gritty of the insurance industry, you won't want to miss this episode.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Ever wondered if you could handle auto claims remotely?
Or thought, "I can't make a living handling auto claims, I'm in the country."
Meet Derek Harden. He's an independent adjuster and public notary who has innovatively crafted his career to accommodate both his professional and personal life. Derek takes us on a journey through his unique hybrid setup where he manages field appraisals and excels at remote work with his superior writing skills. His life is an adventure, with a recently expanded family and wildlife for neighbors.
Derek navigates us through his professional journey, including his successful attempts at diversifying his sources of work. He candidly shares the challenges he faced getting his New York and Pennsylvania licenses, his strategies for becoming a desirable adjuster for remote work, and his unique way of dealing with the pressures of field work. Derek also provides insights into managing large supplements, the art of desk writing, and how to continuously optimize and upgrade skills.
But, Derek's story is more than just professional success, it's about a rewarding life transition. He sheds light on his transition from a mechanical engineer battling corporate burnout to a sought-after independent adjuster. He discusses the importance of training, adequate compensation, and shares tips to avoid common pitfalls for newcomers to the industry. We also get a peek into Derek's future plans, his productivity hacks for remote work, and his firm 'no car-sleeping' policy for his team on deployment.
This episode is a gold mine of practical advice for anyone interested in the adjusting industry or those seeking to strike a balance between work and personal life. Tune in for an enlightening and entertaining chat with the man who's got it all figured out - Derek Harden.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What is it like being a woman in the independent adjusting industry?
Can you triumph against the odds?
That's the inspiring story of Chanel Tran, a mentor at IA Path, who took the leap from academic counseling to the Independent Adjusting (IA) industry. She braved the male-dominated world of heavy equipment body shops, equipped with resilience, training, and a relentless pursuit of growth.
Our conversation with Chanel reveals a captivating journey of transition, learning, and growth. She powerfully shares how she moved from body shop work to claims adjusting amidst the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chanel's dedication to balance is admirable, as she manages field inspections with family life and emphasizes the importance of having a dedicated workspace to enhance productivity. She also brings to light the importance of a strong foundation in understanding your business numbers, a lesson she learned and applied in her own career.
The essence of this episode lies not just in Chanel's story of resilience and professional growth, but also in her advice for fellow women in the IA industry. Chanel's experiences provide valuable insights into the need for assertiveness in customer interactions and situations where you might not look 'the part'. Chanel's journey reflects the immense potential that exists for women who are exploring this path, making this episode a must-listen for anyone considering a leap into the IA industry.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What happens when a warehouse worker becomes a successful entrepreneur? That's the story of Chris Stanley, owner of IA Path and the original host/captain of the Independent Adjuster Podcast. His journey is a testament to continuous learning, understanding one’s worth, and the power of mentorship. As we sit down with Chris, he warmly walks us through his shift from a warehouse job to a thriving business owner and how his fascinating lifestyle of living on a sailboat set a foundation for adaptability and resilience - necessary qualities for a rewarding career in the insurance appraising industry.
Along with his fascinating personal journey, Chris sheds light on the birth and vision of IA Path. He shares how he built a business from scratch, capitalizing on his unique experiences and the training he received from his father-in-law. Chris candidly discusses the importance of quality training for insurance adjusters and the value of mentorship in navigating the industry. His insights offer invaluable lessons for anyone standing on the brink of a new venture or a career change.
As we ponder on the exciting future of claims, Chris offers his perspective on the potential of virtual claims handling, the need for independent adjusters to expand their skillset, and the importance of diversification in the industry. He also talks about the vibrant IA Path community and its mentorship program, a safe space where members can learn, grow, and make their mark in the insurance adjusting industry. You won't want to miss out on this insightful episode that paints a hopeful picture of the future and offers practical advice on succeeding in the industry.
So, buckle up for a deep dive into the world of insurance adjusting with Chris Stanley!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Have you ever wondered how discipline and structure can shape your career? Get ready because today we're chatting with Eric Greiner, a versatile guide in the independent adjuster appraisal industry and a mentor at IA Path. Eric shares his fascinating journey from a decade-long career in sales to the auto service industry, and finally into the independent adjuster appraisal industry. His military background and previous roles as a service advisor and manager of his own mechanical shop have all fed into his success today.
We'll unravel the ins and outs of the adjuster appraisal industry as Eric shares his valuable experiences. He talks about overcoming the first challenging months in the field, highlights the importance of training and repetition, and gives us insights into how a strong estimator can lead to better pay. Moreover, he'll discuss his strategies on how to negotiate a rate increase and when it's the best time to ask for it. Eric also explains how to evaluate your own worth, understand the market rate, and be prepared for these essential conversations.
But that's not all! Eric will also delve into how he diversified his business and manages multiple streams of income. He'll stress the importance of networking within the industry, having a good scoper, and understanding the role of the estimator in the claim writing process. Eric's story is filled with ups and downs and offers a wealth of knowledge, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the independent adjuster appraisal industry. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for an enlightening ride with Eric Greiner!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What happens when you mix a builder, a pastor, a businessman, and a teacher together? You get Brad Fancher, our guest in this episode, who has walked these diverse career paths with resilience and determination. Buckle up, as we explore Brad's fascinating journey from the construction site to the pulpit, from running businesses to helping shape future auto appraisers at IA Path.
Brad's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, adaptability, and the importance of seizing opportunities. As he navigated the building industry, he discovered a niche in auto appraisal which he dove into headfirst. He willingly shares the trials and tribulations he faced in starting his business in the appraisal industry, likening the experience to climbing a mountain while pulling a boulder. His insights on the importance of loyalty, leaving on good terms and the invaluable role of platforms like LinkedIn in growing your business are not to be missed.
But Brad's journey doesn't end there. His role at IA Path is where his passion for teaching and helping others to excel shines through. From the unique teaching methods to his willingness to take on a mentorship role, Brad's contribution to IA Path has been instrumental. And if you're considering a career in the insurance industry, or looking to grow in your current role, Brad's insights on the potential of earning a great living in the auto appraisal industry and heavy equipment claims are essential. Listen in, as this episode promises to be an inspirational conversation with a man who has truly worn many hats.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What happens when a car enthusiast, a Craigslist ad, and a passion for auto restoration collide? You get Jim Berger of CFL Auto Appraise who turned his love for automobiles into a full-time career in the auto appraisal industry. In this episode, we explore Jim's fascinating journey, discuss the challenging world of diminished value and prior valuation, and the specialized knowledge needed for classic car inspections.
Discover the intriguing tactics insurance companies use to lowball their customers to settle claims and the important role independent appraisers play in negotiating fair settlements. We also delve into the challenges of accurately assessing the value of classic cars and the need for expert knowledge to navigate this niche industry. Jim shares his experience working with insurance companies and his clients, and the impact his work has on their lives.
Lastly, we discuss the importance of marketing for public adjusters, the investments needed to build a successful career, and the need for diversification in the auto appraisal industry. Jim emphasizes the significance of having a solid marketing budget and leveraging technology to stay ahead of the competition. If you're a car enthusiast looking to turn your passion into a thriving business, don't miss out on this episode packed with valuable insights and advice from a true industry expert.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Ever wondered how a passion for cars can turn into a successful career as an independent appraiser? Join us as we sit down with veteran appraiser Rusty Meeks, also known as the West Virginia Ninja, to explore his journey from a sales director in Florida to finding his niche in the auto appraisal industry through Chris Stanley's IAPath. Rusty shares valuable insights on the power of communication, relationship-building with appraisal firms, and the impact of responsiveness on reputation.
Discover how Rusty's experience in moving to Indianapolis and building trust with clients through excellent communication skills helped him establish and grow his business. We also delve into the challenges of managing contractors, maintaining work-life balance, and the importance of diversifying in the appraisal industry. From branching out into heavy equipment and classic cars to navigating the ever-changing auto industry, Rusty's story is a testament to the power of adaptability and staying connected.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the West Virginia Ninja himself as he shares his advice for success in the field, emphasizing the need for flexibility, time management, and the willingness to branch out into new territories. Whether you're an aspiring appraiser or simply a car enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you stay ahead in the fast-paced world of auto appraising.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Looking to thrive in the independent appraisal and adjusting industry? You won't want to miss our latest episode, where we examine the five main elements that can make or break your success in this field. We've done our homework and consulted with seasoned adjusters to bring you insights on cost-effectiveness, parts usage, repair times, and striking a balance between fairness and equity when handling claims.
We also emphasize the role of clear communication in managing cycle time, scheduling, and delivering high-quality appraiser reports. Discover strategies for navigating weekend and holiday times, asserting yourself when needed, and understanding carrier policies and procedures.
Plus, learn why quality files are essential in the claims industry and how great photos, accurate documentation, and precise estimates can set you apart.
By tuning in to this episode, you'll be better equipped to tackle the complexities of the independent appraisal and adjusting industry and forge strong relationships with carriers and firms. Get ready to elevate your game and excel in your business by understanding and implementing the metrics that matter most. Join us now for this essential conversation!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn talks about the biggest obstacles you'll face as an independent insurance adjuster or auto damage appraiser and how to overcome them.
He shares from his own personal experience and from helping mentor hundreds of adjusters and appraisers as a mentor at IA Path.
Beat the 3 walls by listening to this episode and applying his suggestions!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Learn about how you can earn great money working catastrophic auto deployments as an independent auto adjuster or appraiser.
Koby and Ashley share what they've learned over the past few years about how to add this lucrative type of business to your independent adjusting or appraising business.
If you dream of catastrophic work, you don't want to miss this!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Are total losses a good thing or a bad thing for independent auto damage appraisers and adjusters?
Learn from Koby and Ashley how to be more efficient with total loss files with their tips, tricks, and mental hacks in this episode.
Want to complete total loss paperwork BLAZING FAST?
Check out Autoforms.co to see how you can have your total loss forms filled out INSTANTLY with IA Path's automation tool for independent auto damage appraisers and adjusters.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Supplements are one of the least talked about parts of being an independent adjuster or auto damage appraiser.
Today Koby and Ashley jump in and help you answer questions about supplements including,
What are supplements?
Can you avoid supplements?
Does getting a supplement mean you did something wrong?
Can you get supplements done faster?
Do you get paid when you get a supplement?
And so much more.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we declare fact or fiction on common statements adjusters make about being an independent auto damage adjuster or appraiser.
Koby Hearn and Ashley Kitterman draw on their varied and vast experience to let you know the truth as they help mentor you to make better decisions in your adjusting career.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Wish you could work with someone else in your adjusting business?
Maybe a spouse, sibling, friend, or child wants to help you with as an independent adjuster, but you don't know how that'd work or if it's even allowed?
Koby Hearn and Ashely Kitterman talk about how you can make an adjusting team be a dream.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Maybe you've heard about working from home as an independent adjuster or appraiser.
You've probably wished you could work in your pajamas while you handle claims, who doesn't, right?
Today, Koby Hearn and Ashley Kitterman pull back the curtain on what being a desk adjuster, appraiser, and writer is actually like.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This is an episode any IA that is married, in a relationship, or thinking about either needs to listen to!
Koby Hearn and his wife Ashley Kitterman dive into what it is like to start, run, and grow an independent adjusting and auto damage appraising business as a couple.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Darren Bloomfield interviews Chris Stanley on the Insurance Nerds podcast "A Day in the Life".
They talk about a whole host of topics,
- IA vs AI
- Future of Claims
- How to have work life balance
- What it's like working remotely from a school bus and sailboat
- and much much more
Check out Darren's podcast as well as all the other great Insurance Nerds shows on Youtube
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We are quickly approaching hail season so today I’m going to talk to you about the independent adjusting companies you should be onboarding with, so you have a shot at getting work this hail season.
While hailstorms don’t grab the mainstream headlines like a major hurricane, independent adjusters and auto damage appraisers often get more work opportunities from hailstorms, more consistently, than hurricanes.
To get that work you’ve got to be on the right rosters.
Not all rosters are created equal and there are several types of rosters you’ll want to be on if you want the best shot at having dimes, nickels, and quarters raining into your bank account. The wrong ones will leave you at home or at worst holding the bag by not paying you.
During my 13 years as an independent appraiser and adjuster I focused 6 of them on just working hail claims during the hail season. I was on the first call list of several rosters and I worked the majority of the hail season. I’ve handled hail claims for 15+ different independent adjusting and appraisal companies and mentored thousands of independent adjusters and appraisers as they dove into the world of catastrophic adjusting.
Let’s look at what you need to know to get ready for this hail season.
Check out the article on How to Get Work This Hail Season for the lists of companies I mentioned in this episode
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Auto liability claims are a great way to get additional work and deployments as an independent adjuster.
In this podcast, Chris Stanley walks you through how to complete an auto liability claim as an independent adjuster step by step.
What are Auto Liability Claims?
Most of us don’t understand liability claims. As a result, we miss out on great work opportunities as independent adjusters. We understand auto damage, a car has damage, or property claims, a tree lands on a house, but what is a liability claim?
You can find the visuals and links to the article on this topic by heading to https://iapath.com/auto-liability-claim-steps/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we dive into what are the steps of an auto damage claim and what our role is as independent adjusters and appraisers.
There are ten steps to an auto damage claims and 14 things we must do to complete our part of those 10 steps.
I'll break it all down in this episode and you can see visuals that go along with the episode at https://iapath.com/auto-damage-claim/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Don’t you wish there was an independent adjuster calendar that would clue you in on what to do each month?
I’ve been getting a few questions around “How long does it take to get started?” or “Work slowed down, is that normal?”
I figured giving you a month by month breakdown of what I’ve seen over the last 13+ years in our industry and what I’ve seen our 750+ adjusters and appraisers in our IA Path Community experience, may help you have proper expectations and be able to create a plan.
I’ll give some tips on what you should be doing month to month for both new and working IA’s.
Ready? Let’s do this!
Download the Calendar by Clicking HERE
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chad Burnett shares his story of how he went from being a police officer to becoming a full-time independent adjuster and auto damage appraiser.
He shares the challenges in law enforcement that prepared him for being an appraiser, the stresses of his first claim, and how he was able to retire early thanks to becoming an IA.
You'll love Chad's energy in this episode.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley interviews Creston Haverstraw about her IA journey.
Creston started as an independent adjuster 7 months ago and has taken off like a rocket ship.
Learn from her story how you can get working and how to be successful as an independent adjuster.
Some highlights from this episode are,
- Hear how Creston completed her pre-licensing in less than two weeks.
- What she did to get her first desk deployment immediately after becoming licensed.
- How she transitioned into daily claims
- One of her secrets of her success
This is such a good story that will help you see the path forward to getting started in your independent adjusting or appraising career.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this finale of the "How to Use Being an Insurance Adjuster to Get What You Want" Chris Stanley breaks down the final step of his goal setting framework.
He also discusses the tools we have to accomplish anything in life and which is the most valuable.
I hope you'll listen and be inspired to set intentional goals for 2023.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode Chris Stanley continues his presentation on How To Use Being an Insurance Adjuster to Get What You Want Out of Live.
He dives into setting milestones and goals for your life based on the direction and dream life you determined.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This episode is part 1 of a presentation Chris Stanley did 1 1/2 years ago at the IA Job Fair.
In it, he lays down the first part of a framework for how you get what you want out of life as an independent adjuster.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris asks you the question we all should answer.
"Where is it you are trying to go? What is your dream life?"
Chris helps you go through the thought process of how to figure it out so you can then figure out how to get there.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris dives deep into each Life Currencies and explores how you can use these different currencies to claim your life.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
To claim your life, you've got to be able to achieve or purchase what you want out of life.
Today Chris unveils his new way of thinking about how we purchase things we want in life.
He calls it the 4 Life Currencies.
- Time
- Energy
- Money
- Relationships
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley starts a new series on the podcast.
In this first episode Chris explains about Claim Your Life and what to expect over the next few episodes.
If you are looking to live a great life and to claim your life with independent adjusting you don't want to miss this series!
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In the conclusion of the revised IA Path series Chris dives into getting on rosters.
In the episode Chris tackles
- What does getting on a roster mean?
- How many rosters should you get on?
- What is the best way to blow an opportunity
- How to combine everything you've done in your journey to make this easy
Don't miss this final step of how to get work as an independent adjuster.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Test and prove yourself as a new adjustster with Adjuster Score.
What the heck is Adjuster Score and why did it take so long to be created?
Chris explains why this could be the leg up for new adjusters as they come into the industry.
Check it out at https://adjusterscore.com/.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
It isn't about who you know, it's about who you are getting to know.
Chris breaks down what networking is and how to do it well as an independent adjuster.
If you are looking for more work as an IA this episode is a must listen.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris challenges what a resume is and why the way you think about it is wrong.
Learn exactly what adjuster hiring managers and recruiters are looking for in adjuster resumes.
This information comes from interviews with 12 adjuster hiring managers and recruiters from the industry.
Learn what your resume should look like.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What certifications should a new independent adjuster consider getting?
Which certifications are valued by IA Firms and which are a waste of time?
Chris breaks down the certifications he recommends based on his 13 years experience and his conversation with 40+ IA Firms.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What do you need to do to be able to get work as an independent adjuster?
You've got a license, you know how to do the job thanks to your adjuster training, but before you can begin working claims you've got to set up your business.
In this episode Chris Stanley walks you through exactly what you need to do to complete Step 3 of the IA Path, Setting Up Your Business.
Step 1: Licensing
Step 2: Training
Step 3: Setting Up Your Business
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode Chris Stanley talks about the training that every new adjuster should get if they want to get working fast.
He breaks down the different types of trainings and which ones are the most important.
Training mentioned in this episodes are,
- Xactimate
- CCC One
- Mitchell
- Symbility
- Auto Damage Scoping
- Adjuster Skills Training
- Claim Closing
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Step 1 of the Independent Adjuster Path is... Licensing
Today Chris tells you what you need to know about licensing, including some little known things about getting licensed.
He covers,
- How you can start working as an IA WITHOUT a license
- What State license to get if your state doesn't have an adjuster license
- What the most valuable adjuster licenses are and who should get them
- What states require an auto damage appraisers license
- What the heck is adjuster licensing reciprocity
- How to get FREE CE Courses to keep your license up to date
At IA Path we'll pay for your Adjuster Pre-licensing or Exam Prep when you enroll in our Mentorship program. You can find out the details by clicking HERE.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris starts off season 6 with a bang of huge announcements and updates.
He goes through the entire new IA Path (which used to be known as the roadmap) and explains why it is so important to have a plan to get work.
With this path clearly laid out Chris makes a case that this is the best way for any new adjuster to get work.
Join our Virtual Adjuster Mentorship by heading to IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris reveals what is next for IA Path and the Independent Adjuster Podcast and surprise this ISN'T the last episode of the podcast, just of season 5.
In this episode, he reveals some upcoming news and teases about what will be announced on the next episode, the first episode of season 6 of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Join our Virtual Adjuster Mentorship by heading to IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The Final Episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast?
Find out why Chris is declaring this the end of an era and what is changing at IA Path and how we are looking to help you as an adjuster get work.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Finishing up this podcast series, Koby Hearn dives into one of the hardest walls for adjusters to figure out... the Frustration wall.
First it is the experience requirements, then it's the wall of overwhelm, and now it's being frustrated with your spot in the industry, or your situation, or the industry as a whole.
How can you work past it and what should you do when you hit this wall to claim your life?
Find out in this concluding episode.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn continues his explanation of the three walls that all adjusters and appraisers hit when getting started.
The last episode discussed the first wall, experience requirements. In this episode, Koby explains once you get through that first wall you'll soon find yourself facing an impenetrable wall, the wall of overwhelm.
Koby explains why it happens and most importantly what to do when you face this wall in your career.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn breaks down the wall that every new adjuster faces... experience requirements.
We all know we will face things we have to overcome and in this three-part series, Koby Hearn gives us a heads up of the 3 walls you will be facing in your independent adjusting career.
Part 1 is all about how to get started and break into the independent adjusting industry.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn wraps up his epic series on Life, Liberty, and Opportunity for independent adjusters and auto damage appraisers, with a podcast about how to earn more by leveraging your experience.
All independent adjusters want to earn more in their career, we think we deserve to get paid more, but how do you ask firms for a raise? When should you? How do you get more per claim or a higher fee schedule from an independent adjusting firm?
Koby talks about that and a whole lot more.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode, Koby Hearn explains some different tactics and approaches of how to get more work by signing up for more independent adjusting firms.
But how do you know if they are a good fit for you and your business? How do you know if you'll enjoy working for them? Do you really need to onboard one firm at a time or should you contact lots of companies?
Koby shares his experience and insight and helps you get to work as an independent adjuster.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn explains exactly what you should be tracking in your adjusting or appraising business.
Most of us don't know what to track, what's important, what isn't?
Koby lets you know.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley goes over all the major changes that have happened over the last few years that have made it an easier and better time to become an independent adjuster than at any other time in history.
There are 3 overarching reasons Chris lists in this episode with many subpoints and resources,
- Easy to Find Information About Adjusting
- More Adjuster Career Options Than EVER Before
- A Level Playing Field for New and Veteran Adjusters
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What is the difference between a liability adjuster and a desk adjuster? Is there a difference?
Tinecia Johnson answers those questions plus tells us exactly what a liability adjuster actually does.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Koby Hearn dives into a topic few can discuss. The difference between being an individual IA that works for multiple companies and owning a franchise of one particular company.
Koby has had success doing both and speaks to the pros, cons, and things you should consider.
If you need help getting work head to IAPath.com and click the "How to Find Work" button for a free video course.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn drops a ton of inspiring advice that'll help you decide what you want your life to look like in our industry.
If you have been wondering what your life should look like, or wishing you had someone to help you make decisions in our industry this episode is a MUST listen.
If you are interested in our Virtual Adjuster Mentorships check them out at Training.IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
On today's special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw (along with 2 special guests) answer the #1 questions listeners have about creating their business as an independent adjuster. This is part 1 of a 3 part series. Below is the questions answered on the podcast.
What is the most important skill set or talent needed to be successful in this industry?
What are the best routes to take entering the IA world when you don't have the experience?
How do I transition from being a shop estimator to the 'other side'...working for myself?
Is it best to start out gaining experience as a staff adjuster? If so, how quickly should we be able to go independent? Ie, what kind of experience and how much experience is enough to be a viable IA?
Do you need certification from a course, and a license from your state to start working as an adjuster?
What and how many licenses do I need?
What states require you to have an auto damage appraiser license?
What do I do after getting my adjusters license?
What is required to become an appraiser? Do I need schooling, certification? What insurance is required?
Initial steps to get started? The best way to transition from a staff adjuster to independent adjuster?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley celebrates the 5 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
To celebrate he discusses the 15 big lessons and takeaways that stood out to him when he thinks back across 5 years behind the microphone.
Learn how to become an independent adjuster with our step by step guides at IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode, Koby Hearn tackles how to be one of the BEST in the industry.
With tips on how to stand out from the rest of the adjusters and appraisers, you are competing with you are for sure not wanting to miss this episode of the podcast.
Learn How to Be a Success Adjuster By Checking Out the Successful Adjuster's Playbook at SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Brad Fancher makes his podcast host debut on the Independent Adjuster Podcast. Brad if the auto and heavy equipment expert & instructor at IA Path and wants to talk to you about why you should be accepting heavy equipment claims.
Brad gives practical advice and lots of motivation for you to increase your income and bring more value to your customers.
If interested in learning how to handle heavy equipment claims and becoming certified check out IA Path's Training and Mentorship at https://training.iapath.com/bundles/heavy-RV
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris interviews Anthony Guarnera of IA Connection about his history in our industry and about the exciting topic of how to get work directly from an insurance company.
Developing the connection directly to a carrier proves challenging, but Anthony has some tips to share about how you can develop relationships with insurance companies.
Check out IA Connection at https://www.iaconnection.com/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
As independent adjusters and appraisers, we have a lot of things to keep track of, take care of, and a big life to live. How can you keep track of it all and is it important to stay organized?
Today Koby Hearn dives in and says "YES!" and helps give you some practical tips on how to stay organized and be more efficient with your time when it comes to your business.
Learn How to Be a Success Adjuster By Checking Out the Successful Adjuster's Playbook at SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley talks about how long it takes to claim the life that you want as an adjuster.
Claim Your Life is the official slogan of the podcast and IA Path as a company, but the reality is it can be hard to define what claiming your life looks like and how long it'll take.
Chris gives some honest revelation about all this and more in this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast
Interested in learning how to get work as an independent adjuster? Head to IAPath.com and click the "How to Find Work" button.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode John Bachmann reads from his new book the Successful Adjuster's Playbook. In this book he shows how to be a successful adjuster LONG TERM.
If you are interested in grabbing a copy of his book head over to SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley interviews Amazon Best-Selling Author and IA Path consultant, John Bachmann, about how you can be successful long-term in the adjusting industry.
They talk about the secret skills that most adjusters don't even realize are superpowers, John's book the Successful Adjuster's Playbook, and how to beat the AI and machine learning in the claims industry.
Grab your copy of the Successful Adjuster's Playbook at a 50% discount for a few days only at SuccessfulAdjustersPlaybook.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn dives into how you can work as an independent adjusting team or auto damage appraising team to claim your life.
Whether it is with your spouse, significant other, or another adjuster, Koby lays out the good, the bad and the ugly. He also offers suggestions of different ways you can set up the team depending on your situation and each other's strengths.
Check out our free course by heading to IAPath.com and click the "How to find work" button.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today IA Path's and AdjusterTV's weather correspondent, Max Olson, tells us about Hurricane Ida.
He includes the damages, the stats, and his own personal experience as a storm chaser who was on the ground at landfall. You don't want to miss this episode from someone who saw it all, before and after.
Check out our free course by heading to IAPath.com and click the "How to find work" button.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Are you trying to decide between getting deployed to hurricane Ida (or any other hurricane) or stay home working your current job or day claims?
Today Chris Stanley walks you through how to decide what you personally should do in this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Check out our free course by heading to IAPath.com and click the "How to find work" button.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Koby Hearn looks at the four-letter word... Taxes (ok it's a five letter word), but you get my point. Most of us, including Chris Stanley, HATES talking about taxes.
Koby dives into what you need to be aware of so you can be successful as an independent adjuster and avoid lots of pain and agony when it comes to tax time as an independent adjuster.
If you need work and are interested in getting the 2-5 year experience requirement waived with auto or desk claims head to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Yesterday the Burned Out Adjuster's Playbook was officially released and became an Amazon Best-Seller. Today Chris reads the Foreword that John Bachmann wrote and the Introduction of the new book.
This book was written to help make sure adjusters know how to navigate the stress and not quit the insurance industry. The subtitle says its all, Learn How to Stop Stressing and Start Enjoying Your Job as an Insurance Adjuster.
Grab your copy while it is on sale at IAPath.com/burnedout/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we replay the session of the IA Path Virtual Adjuster Job Fair where we announced special projects we've been working on behind the scenes at IA Path.
You don't want to miss the things that are to come later this year and into 2022 and the things that you can take advantage of RIGHT NOW!
Join the Adjuster Job Fair platform at Virtual.AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
IA Path instructor Tinecia Johnson finishing up the presentation at the very first IA Path Adjuster Job Fair and presented "I Can Do That."
During the presentation, she broke down the different types of claims we normally never hear about, what type of work you can get, how in-demand desk adjusters are, liability, bodily injury, workers compensation, and more.
This is part 2 or 2 of that presentation that also includes live Q&A
Want to learn how to get desk adjusting work? Sign up for TJ's desk adjusting & liability mentorship at https://training.iapath.com/courses/auto-liability-certification
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
IA Path instructor Tinecia Johnson presented at the very first IA Path Adjuster Job Fair and presented "I Can Do That."
During the presentation, she broke down the different types of claims we normally never hear about, what type of work you can get, how in-demand desk adjusters are, liability, bodily injury, workers compensation, and more.
This is part 1 or 2 of that presentation that also includes live Q&A
Want to learn how to get desk adjusting work? Sign up for TJ's desk adjusting & liability mentorship at https://training.iapath.com/courses/auto-liability-certification
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley shares his journey and his framework for determining what you want in life and how to use the insurance industry to get it.
He covers how to set a direction in your life, to determine your next milestones, chart a path, and establish a pace that will help you reach your end purpose.
If interested in being mentored by Chris Stanley and his team at IA Path? Check out their adjuster mentorship, certifications, and training at Training.IAPath.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Sometimes we just don't like working for certain companies. It could be the guidelines, the QC department, the dispatcher, the pay or a number of other things.
Today Chris Stanley gives some advice on what to do when you don't like working for an IA Firm whether its with daily or catastrophic claims.
If interested in getting the 2-5 year experience requirement waived with auto or desk claims head to Training.IAPath.com
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn, IA Path Business Expert dives into the basics of sales, because truth be told we are all selling all the time. We are selling ourselves our selling our products (claims) or should be every day.
Listen as Koby, a long-time salesman, breaks it down into how it works for us as independent adjusters and how you can close more deals in less time.
If interested in getting the 2-5 year experience requirement waived with auto or desk claims head to Training.IAPath.com
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The best-selling author of the Future of Insurance, Bryan Falchuk, comes back again from the future to let us know what else he's learned from his second trip into the future of insurance.
What he has to share is universal to all companies, employees, and adjusters. Don't miss this epic episode.
Grab Bryan's new book at Amazon, Future of Insurance Volume 2 (the Startups)
or head to https://bryanfalchuk.com/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn recorded this episode months before our blind panel, but I thought it was a great way to continue the conversation we've been having about fighting for your time, setting up boundaries and making sure you have a life outside of work.
If interested in getting trained and mentored head to IAPath.com
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we continue our blind panel with Jim Berger and James Mathis finishing off answering the questions of "How can we keep our family time sacred? How does this work with catastrophic claims?"
Find out their answers by listening NOW.
If interested in getting trained to write heavy equipment head to IAPath.com/auto
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we have a panel of hosts, Chris Stanley, Koby Hearn, Chanel Tran, and Tinecia Johnson all try and answer the questions of "How can we keep our family time sacred? How does this work with catastrophic claims?"
Find out their answers by listening NOW.
If interested in getting trained to write auto claims head to IAPath.com/auto
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Are you stuck? Not getting enough of the work you want?
Today Chris explains a framework of how you can self-diagnose where you are and why you aren't getting enough of the work you want.
If interested in getting trained to write heavy equipment head to IAPath.com/heavytruck
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn, dives into this episode and goes deep into what a business mindset is and how we can learn from one of the greatest and most driven basketball players of all time for inspiration.
Using Koby Bryant's "Mamba" mentality and approach to the game of basketball, and life, Koby (Hearn) shares how we can take that approach as a business owner in adjusting.
Check out this Koby on Koby action because you won't want to miss it!
If interested in getting trained to write heavy equipment head to IAPath.com/heavytruck
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris goes over 3 tools that everyone, including adjusters, has in their toolbox and the are NOTHING that you are thinking about.
The three tools are,
- Money
- Time
- Relationships
He breaks down how each one can be used with the other, their characteristics, and how to live with purpose.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Heavy equipment claims are often mysterious and scary to take on, but today Chanel Tran of the IA Path Community breaks down what heavy equipment is and why you should consider handling them.
Chris Stanley also jumps in, makes a big announcement, and explains why knowing heavy equipment right now is so important.
If interested in getting trained to write heavy equipment head to IAPath.com/heavytruck
Grab your ticket to the Adjuster Job Fair at AdjusterJobFair.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today IA Path business expert Koby Hearn shares how he views and handles networking as an adjuster as in his prior life as a salesperson.
He reveals how networking can totally revolutionize your career and income. Don't miss it!
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
March was a CRAZY month for extreme weather outbreaks, what does April hold?
IA Path Weather and Auto Specialist, Max Olson, recaps the last month of storms and tells us what the history of April has been and what we can expect moving forward.
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Jim Berger, IA Path Graduate shares his 5+ years of experience with how to handle claims when the appraisal clause is invoked, also known as a prior to loss inspection.
Jim takes us through what the appraisal clause is and how to properly complete a claim in a big picture format.
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris Stanley reveals a huge mindset shift that can unlock your ability to get work as an independent adjuster or appraiser.
Utilizing the 80/20 rule and changing the way you view who and what you are Chris explains how he believes this will change everything for you.
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Getting your adjusting business is hard. There are lots of moving parts and it can be overwhelming.
Today, Koby Hearn, Business Specialist at IA Path, breaks down some of the critical things you need to think about when setting up your business.
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Learning all the various types of claims you can handle as an adjuster or appraiser is super important to diversify where your work comes from. Today Jim Berger, IA Path Auto Damage & Auto Liability graduate, shares with us what diminished value claims are and the basics of how to handle them.
Jim has handled diminished value claims, classic car, and exotic car appraisals for 5 years prior to learning auto damage. Learn from someone who has made a living from auto appraisals OUTSIDE of auto damage on today's episode.
Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
When will hail storms start developing? When can we as adjusters plan on needing to be ready for hail season?
Today Max Olson dives into when hail season officially starts and why. He also gives us a historical overview of major catastrophic hails storms that have happened over the last decade as well as weather predictions for March 2021.
Are you ready for hail season? Learn more about how to get started as an adjuster by Heading to IAPath.com
Check out our books for adjusters at IAPath.com/books/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Koby Hearn dives into how to figure out how much money you are actually making.
Profit and loss is more than an accounting term, it is how you can measure how successfully you are using your time. Tune in to hear Koby give us all great tips on keeping our profit and loss straight.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley & Tinecia (TJ) Johnson jump on to help adjusters make sure they think through jumping into the Texas winter storm gold rush that is taking place.
Here in part 3 we discuss having a plan for AFTER the storm is done. How do you plan to have long-term success as an adjuster? THey help lay out the path for you.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley & Tinecia (TJ) Johnson jump on to help adjusters make sure they think through jumping into the Texas winter storm gold rush that is taking place.
They walk you through some things you need to have planned out so your deployment can be a success.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley & Tinecia (TJ) Johnson jump on to help adjusters make sure they think through jumping into the Texas winter storm gold rush that is taking place.
They provide food for thought for new and veteran adjusters so a good decision can be made by individual adjusters as well as clear up lots of confusion around how deployments work and why they don't always work out.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Koby Hearn explains to us why the old saying "What you don't know can't hurt you" is FALSE.
He shows how we should be exploring every aspect of your business to make sure we aren't sabotaging ourselves.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Hail is one of the main weather events that provide work for independent adjusters and many of us become obsessed with weather.
In this episode, weather correspondent and instructor Max Olson dives into how hail actually forms.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this wind filled episode, Chris Stanley, on his boat, fills us in on what will be changing with the podcast for the foreseeable future.
Hear what to expect and why it matters to you and your adjusting career.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Koby Hearn dives deep into the different types of goals and why setting a goal of $100k a year is not a good goal.
He doesn't just leave you there but gives you further direction on how to set goals that you can control and cause you and your business to thrive.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Max Olson takes the reigns and interviews Chris Stanley about how he lives on a sailboat with his wife and 3 kids.
Hear what is hard about living on a boat, what they like, what adventures they've had, and how living on a boat has helped IA Path be successful.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley interviews IA Path instructor and weather correspondent Max Olson about how he broke into the industry through the body shop industry.
They dive into why Max wanted to become an independent adjuster, what he learned from working at a shop, and whether he'd ever consider going back and much more.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley gives you 10 different goal ideas for 2021 and beyond. Some are common while others are not so common. There are goal ideas for new adjusters and seasoned veterans.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
It is time to start making goals. January everyone gets excited about where they could go and who they can become.
Chris shares his 4 part framework that he uses to set goals. He gives practical examples of how he uses it, how he's failed and succeeded based on this framework.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Adjusters work in a high-stress environment. They deal with people who are in tough situations and if you aren't careful, stress can make your life miserable.
Chris brings on Chris Casaleggio author of Adjusting to a Career in Property and Casualty Claims, to talk about how to avoid and deal with stress as an adjuster.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Being an insurance adjuster is a great career, but should you be considering becoming an independent or a company insurance adjuster?
Chris dives into this huge decision in your career and goes over the benefit and drawbacks of each so you can make a good decision for you and your family.
If you are interested in becoming an adjuster at an insurance company. Check out what Chris & his co-author John Bachmann learned through their interviews with the hiring managers of insurance companies by grabbing their Amazon Best-Selling book, Insurance Company Adjuster's Playbook on Amazon or at IAPath.com/books/
If interested in starting your own Independent Adjusting business you should take a look at the Independent Adjuster's Playbook.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
I get asked all the time by aspiring adjusters, "Am I too old to become an insurance adjuster?"
Today I'll bring the stats and address that issue head-on.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
I get asked all the time if you can get started working as an independent adjsuter or appraiser while only doing it part-time.
So today I interview Brad Fancher who started part-time and who shares how their first two years have gone and how he feels about the industry looking back.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Keeping track of and updating your adjuster information is a pain for you and for the IA Firms. Every time you get a new license you've got to send that information to all the IA Firms you work for. What if you could get on a new IA Firm with just one click? What if there was one single place for IA Firms to find new adjusters to add to their roster with just one click?
Today Chris Stanley interviews Adjuster Portal on how they are making life easier for both the adjusters and the IA Firms.
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Check out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris interviews a 15 year veteran adjuster who prior to this year has NEVER done property or auto claims.
Her name is Tinecia Johnson, TJ has handled lots of types of claims and is on the podcast to expose adjusters to new opportunities they are overlooking that could give their career a boost!
Learn More about the Mentorships and Certifications by Heading to Training.IAPath.com
Checkk out our video show at IAPath.com/videos/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris Stanley interviews a graduate of IA Path 1 year later and asks the questions, "Can you earn six figures working auto claims?"
The answer may surprise you!
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris talks about what you should be doing as an adjuster if a hurricane is about to make landfall.
He gives actionable tips about how to network, standout, and be ready to receive work.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris goes through and reveals the rest of the C.L.A.I.M. Resume Method that John Bachmann and him go through in the Adjuster's Resume Playbook.
Including the biggest thing that annoys hiring managers, how to make your resume sing, what the perfect length of a resume is... etc.
You can grab your own copy at IAPath.com/resumebook/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
How should you craft your resume? Should it be one page... or two? Chris reveals how to know EXACTLY what the HR, recruiters, and hiring managers are looking for as he reads through more of the Adjuster's Resume Playbook.
Grab your own copy of the book at IAPath.com/resumebook/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Why is a resume important? What obstacles do you face in our industry that a resume can help you break through?
Today Chris reads two chapters out of the Adjuster's Resume Playbook to establish what a resume should be and how it will help you with the three O's of a resume.
You can grab your copy of the book at https://iapath.com/resumebook/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris dives into the Adjuster's Resume Playbook and plays the first two chapters of the book.
He also discusses the pivots he's had to face this year and encourages you to not be afraid to change directions and face whatever is coming your way.
Grab your copy of Adjuster's Resume Playbook at IAPath.com/resumebook/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
With hurricane season in full swing Chris dives into what the proper etiquette is for accepting or rejecting deployments.
He also breaks down the difference between being on a roster, being asked if you are available, being asked to be on standby, being deployed, and actually working.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We all work so hard to get started in this industry and once we have our shot and get our first claims we often don't have a plan for how we are going to cultivate our new career into a maturity.
Chris draws on his own recent experience of having a child to bring some life lessons about raising your adjusting career from infancy.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris pulls back the curtain once again to let you know what he has been working on and why. He explains why he's been a little secretive and lets you see the future of IA Path.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The first official episode of Season 5 of the Independent Adjuster Podcast. Here Chris Stanley goes into what IA Path stands for and talks about why it exists, how they plan to help, and what is the end result along with lots of other behind the scenes goodies.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris asks the question, "Are you listening?" He shares how listening has completely pivoted his entire business and career and how it can help you in your business or career.
He shares how being smart is stupid and being dumb and asking is the question and listening may be the greatest thing you can do to find success.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris interviews one of the leader experts on sales and former adjuster, Steve Benson of Badger Mapping. With Covid 19 and all the challengers independent adjusting business owners face, Chris asks Steve how veteran salesman are tackling a changing world.
Together they help apply this advice to how you as an independent adjuster can adapt to ever-changing world and make more sales for your company.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What is the future of insurance? Will independent adjusters or HUMANS even be needed in claims?
Today Chris interviews author and claim expert, Bryan Falchuk, about his new book "Future of Insurance: From Disruption to Evolution" and asks about the future of independent adjusters and how we can ensure we are a part of it.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris shares what BIG lessons he's learned each year of his twelve-year IA career on his twelve-year work history.
From practical tips about how to handle claims to moral and priority lessons in his life. This is part 2 of a 2 part series
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris shares what BIG lessons he's learned each year of his twelve-year IA career on his twelve-year work history.
From practical tips about how to handle claims to moral and priority lessons in his life. This is part 1 of a 2 part series
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Mileage can make or break your career in daily claims as an independent auto adjuster or auto damage appraiser. In this episode Chris walks through how mileage typically works for IA's.
He also gives 3 strategies for how you can use to mileage to help you in your career and bank account.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
There are MANY things that we need to know how to do, write estimates, talk with customers, use computers, identify damage, but NONE of that is what will cause your career to skyrocket.
Today Chris reveals some truths about how you can make yourself more valuable and skyrocket your IA Career. (hint it has NOTHING to do with licensing or estimating)
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris goes on a RANT today about how there will be NO major deployable hurricanes this year.... that YOU should plan on.
He talks about how we shouldn't plan our lives around the weatherman and how you should readjust your approach to becoming an IA by facing the cold hard facts....
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Ultimately to get work you must get people to KNOW, LIKE, & TRUST you! It seems that for most new independent adjusters and auto damage appraisers we struggle with the "KNOW" aspect the most.
Today Chris shares a new perspective he's had on what this 'KNOW" stage is all about and how you can use it to your advantage in your IA Business starting RIGHT NOW so you can start getting dream customers of your own.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video show at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
As you get more established in the industry, life should get easier.... right? For some yes, for others, no. Why is this?
Chris Stanley talks out some of the reasons he has personally struggled as an IA in the past and also some reasons he's seen others encounter in this MUST LISTEN to episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Heading to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This week Chris dives into how the laws and beliefs that you operate your business out of GREATLY affect your ability to deliver superior service and your ability to succeed.
Chris reveals his 5 Laws and Beliefs for running IA Path and helps you walk through how to determine your own for your business.
Learn More about the Auto Mentorship by Head to IAPath.com/auto
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What is IA Path doing behind the scenes? What are they creating for IA's in terms of technology, apps, and solutions?
Today Chris Stanley pulls back the curtain a bit on what they've been working on talks about their upcoming mobile app, Successtimate
Check out the Successtimate Mobile App!
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Podcast Sponsor
Successtimate by IA Path–The new mobile app from IA Path that makes auto damage inspections quick, easy, and professional. Designed with the independent adjuster and appraiser in mind to complete inspections FAST.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Many independent adjusters and appraisers complain that we haven't seen a pay raise as an industry in a long time. Why is this and should we?
Today I play the devil's advocate and explain my take on why we haven't seen a raise and why I don't expect we will anytime soon.
Check out the Auto Adjuster's Playbook!
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
How can you write your claims and estimates FASTER as an IA? Today I do my best to answer those questions with 10 practical tips of how you can write your estimates faster as an independent adjuster or auto damage appraiser.
Check out the Auto Adjuster's Playbook!
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Getting work as an independent adjuster requires a lot of patience, hard work, and networking... but how do we DO IT?What is the process that we go through and how do we get an IA Firm to take notice of us?
Using Donald Miller's framework of the 3 Stages of a Relationship, Chris Stanley goes through and applies this to us as independent adjusters and appraisers so we can better understand how to get work.
Grab the Networking Adjuster's Playbook HERE
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today on the podcast I play interviews of ACD's CEO Ernie Bray and SCA Appraisal's President Tim Davis jr about how the coronavirus is affecting the industry.
They also answer the question "can we keep working as IA's?". "Is there any work for us to do?", "And how should we be spending our time as adjusters and appraiser."
They offer great tips and advice to all of us so be sure to listen!
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Find Out How to Get Work as an Independent Adjuster
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Being a successful auto damage appraiser means being GOOD at what you do.
What makes an auto damage appraiser or adjuster good? Do you meet the requirements of what "good" looks like to others?
In this episode, I dive into 14 points that Paul McKeen of Viking Auto Appraisals/former auto appraiser college instructor, says is the makeup of a good auto damage appraiser.
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Find Out How to Get Work as an Independent Adjuster
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The coronavirus is affecting EVERYONE and EVERYTHING, but how will it affect independent adjusters and auto damage appraisers? I have a fireside chat with you on this podcast episode.
Check out our video episodes at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Find Out How to Get Work as an Independent Adjuster
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
I get asked EVERY week, what is the difference between an appraiser and an adjuster?
In this episode, I'll dive into that so you can make a decision if you want to become an adjuster or an appraiser.... or both.
Check out our video episode at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
When inspecting a person's car, you need to be careful not to cause them to complain about you.
Proper respect for a person and their car is called "Inspection Etiquette" and that is what we talk about on today's podcast.
Check out our video episode at https://iapath.com/auto-ia-show/
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
As catastrophic independent auto adjusters and appraiser, we are faced with many challenges, but one of the biggest is seeing hail damage on vehicles while inspecting them outside in the sun.
On today's episode Chris Stanley shows catastrophe and daily adjusters the difference between scoping with the naked eye, using a reflector sheet and scoping with a reflector board.
Find out how to scope hail damage like the pros with today’s episode.
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Your independent adjuster pay is determined greatly by two factors, the price that you charge and the loyalty that you earn. If you’ve ever felt like you are getting paid too little as an independent auto damage appraiser or adjuster, this episode is FOR YOU!
When you are first starting out it can make perfect sense to charge less, take lower-paying deployments or claims, just so you can get an opportunity to prove yourself. The hard part becomes raising your price to where you are no longer a bargain and pursuing higher paying opportunities and firms.
For daily auto claims many IA’s get start handling claims with great companies that give them wonderful opportunities, but they soon find out if they can’t raise their prices, they’ll not be able to sustain the volume required to earn their income year-round.
This is the point where being able to raise your prices is critical, but how do you do that? When is the right timing to increase your rates? When do you know if you should raise your rates and how do you know you won’t sabotage your own income by changing them?
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In the conclusion of our 4 parts series "How to Become an Independent Adjuster in 2020" Chris Stanley walks you through the actual steps, he teaches the students of his high-end mentorship programs.
Whether you are interested in traveling, handling local daily claims, auto or property this episode will tell you what you can do to end up where you want to go.
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
You need to change your strategy if you want to become an independent adjuster in 2020.
To understand how to change your strategy and how to play the game you FIRST must understand the rules of the game. In this episode, Chris covers the five major rules to become an IA and how to use them to your advantage.
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
You know you want to become an independent adjuster, but do you know what is ACTUALLY going to take to become a successful IA?
On today's podcast, Chris Stanley dives into the four major things you need your expectations adjusted on so you can have success in this career of independent adjusting.
He covers,
- The Pay of an Independent Adjuster
- How Long it Takes to Become an Independent Adjuster
- How Difficult it Can Be to Become an Independent Adjuster
- How Much it Costs to Become an Independent Adjuster
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Do you want to know how to become an independent adjuster? Of course, you do! That is why you are listening to this podcast. Already working, but want to transition?
Chris Stanley walks you through becoming an independent adjuster, by FIRST identifying where you want to end up and asks you the questions so you can answer the questions yourself and get started on your journey.
Choose Your 90 Day Mentorship Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What did IA Path do in 2019? What is IA Path planning to do in 2020?
In the last episode of season 3 of the Independent Adjuster Podcast and of 2019, Chris Stanley walks through the numbers of IA Path and shares what plans IA Path has in 2020.
Choose Your 90 Day Path at IAPath.com
Download the Independent Adjuster's Playbook
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
What will 2020 bring independent adjusters? Will the industry end? Will we be automated out of existence?
Today Chris discusses what he sees and expects 2020 to bring all of us in the industry based on industry trends, insider information, and from industry experts.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The dream of owning your own business, being an independent adjuster, not having a boss, no clocking in, and being an adjusterpreneur is a great dream... but often it comes with long hours, claims consuming your time and can become a nightmare to some who want a consistent schedule.
Can you control your business enough to maintain a 9-5 schedule as an IA? That is what Chris talks about on this podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Becoming an independent adjuster is hard! That is why Chris explains why you shouldn't try to become an independent adjuster on your own.
He dives into the importance of community and learning from others and offers six compelling reasons why you should be more connected to others.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
2020 is coming up fast! Most people wait until January to set goals, but Chris explains why he believes that its too late to set goals once January hits.
Chris also gives his four-step process to setting goals.
- Recap & Review
- Identify the Mission
- Determine the Measurements
- Get Accountability
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Chris discusses the thing that causes independent adjusters to be successful. There are many characteristics that cause an IA to be successful, but what drives them all? Which is the most important?
Chris lays out EXACTLY what he thinks it is and gives you some things to do to improve it in you on this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today Chris tackles a question students and veteran adjusters and appraisers ask... "Should I write my estimate on-site?"
Chris has a strong opinion and isn't afraid to share it. He goes over what has worked for him and why he believes this is such an important question and can change your life!
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We MUST wear lots of hats as a business owner in the independent adjusting and appraising field. These hats vary as much as the claims that we inspect each and every day.
Today Chris goes over the different hats and challenges you to put on the hat you've been forgetting to wear. Get ready because this could change the way you look at your business!
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Do you want to earn and KEEP more money as an independent adjuster? OF COURSE YOU DO!
Then listen to today's podcast episode where Chris Stanley dives into a few different ways you can increase your profitability NOW as an independent adjuster.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We need to ask ourselves A LOT of questions as independent adjusters that own our own businesses... but today's comes from a business building expert Donald Miller of Storybrand.
He tells his audience to ask themselves a very specific question and Chris decides to turn and ask you the same question. Find out what the most important question you can be asking yourself is.... today on the podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Ernie Bray is an award-winning entrepreneur in our industry. He builts technology solutions for the industry as well as having built a very successful independent appraisal firm.
Hear from him what it takes to build a successful business that lasts in this the final part of the IA Path IA Summit,
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We continue the celebration of being an IA from our quarterly online seminar, the IA Summit, with Ben Baker.
Ben is an expert on building your personal brand. This is different than building a successful business, but building a successful business starts with YOUR personal brand.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We continue the celebration of being an IA from our quarterly online seminar, the IA Summit, with Mathew Allen of AdjusterTV.
Matt comes to present "How to Survive Getting Started." He wants to equip you, to be successful as you begin your journey.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This episode is all about how HARD it is to be an IA. In this recorded speech Chris Stanley shares his IA story, failures, succeses, and truths that has never been public before from the IA Path IA Summit on September 24th 2019.
Don't miss part 1 of the IA Summit!
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
3 successful daily IA's tell-all about their journey to becoming successful WOMEN independent adjusters and how it's like to be a woman in independent adjusting.
They also share with you what they would go back and tell themselves before they got started. Learn from these three IA Path graduates what it takes to be an IA and see if it is right for you!
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Getting started is just the beginning! In this podcast, Chris talks about the lifecycles and stages of being an IA and how it isn't all roses.
He gives helpful tips for walking through each phase and also mentions that THIS TOPIC is what the 4 keynote speakers will be talking about at the IA Summit on September 24th 2019.
Lifecycles of an IA
- The Dip
- The Start
- The Brand
- The Business
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Hurricane Dorian is off the coast and most independent adjusters are left wondering if work will ever come. Many people were put on standby, some even deployed, but most are still sitting at home...
Chris tells you EXACTLY what you should do when you don't get deployed to a hurricane. He gives you 5 things that you should focus on now that you are sitting at home... not working.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
The number one enemy of the independent adjuster is trying to stop you from being successful, from holding you back from a great career, happy family, and fulfilling life.
Will you let this enemy stop you? The first and often biggest battle is correctly identifying the enemy and their location and I do both of these for you on today's episode.
Books Mentioned in this Podcast
Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
Independent Adjuster's Playbook (2nd Edition) by Chris Stanley
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
A little bit different episode today, hear behind the scenes of this last week when I was recording new independent adjuster training footage for a heavy equipment course, updates to the auto course, and also an entirely new course for hail.
So in this episode, I'm joined by Max Olson. Max is a body shop estimator turned IA, storm chaser, and cameraman extraordinaire who helped produce, direct, and film our new training videos. We discuss how it went and how we were feeling at the time of the filming.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should check out ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Whether you know if or not... you have a reputation. Today I rant on how if you don't establish a reputation in this industry you are the equivalent of the worst IA the IA Firm has ever met.
I discuss how to change your reputation, network, and be a professional in this industry. WARNING: I am on a rant, did I say that already?
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Take a drive with me as I discuss why I'm driving far away for a simple and inexpensive service learn how this can increase your value as an IA.
As an independent adjuster if you want to earn more money, get more claims, and be irreplaceable than this episode is for you!
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
When should you purchase estimating software? That is a great question and one that most new IA's wonder.
Today on the podcast Chris Stanley discusses WHEN is the right time to get the software. There is no "perfect" answer for everyone, but some good rules of thumb to follow. This applies to auto or property estimating software, Xactimate, Audatex, or CCC One.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today I talk about how we as IA's can survive when we get sick. Often the claim industry doesn't slow down for us, so what should we do?
Practical tips and mental tips on how to handle being sick. This will happen in your career so be prepared and don't let your body get the better of you in your career.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Most of the time we just fly by the seat of our pants by IA's and our schedules become a MESS. Priorities get out of shape and we soon become overwhelmed.
Just like we occasionally need a trip to the barber shop, spa, or salon its time to take your schedule and give it a makeover.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today I share a story about great leadership followed by confusion and its affect on me.
I also share how you can and SHOULD be the guide in your claims and how this makes you invaluable.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
We all wish we were passionate about our job because the more passion we have for something the easier and more fun it is to do it, but how do we get MORE passion for something?
How do we cultivate passion for our jobs, insureds, and clients? Find out on today's podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
As modern day Americans, we live and die by our phones, but as independent adjusters what apps should be using to make our job easier and life better?
Chris Stanley runs down 10 apps he believes every IA should have on their phone.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In life some of the hardest moments we face come right before the biggest breakthroughs or best experiences.
Today I share a story about how my family and I had to push through when we almost gave up and how if we had we would have missed one of the most memorable and amazing things of our lives.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
When we as independent adjusters are hired, we are hired become someone is in pain. Whether it is a car wreck or a flooded house, the insured or claimant is in pain and many times their claims can become a pain in our side.
Today I talk about how to turn those problems and pains into opportunities to connect with all of the people involved on a deeper level and become memorable and valuable.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD. Email them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
I get the question all the time, "How long does it take to become an independent adjuster." Most new IA's UNDERESTIMATE how long it will take and how much it will cost to get started.
These wrong expectations RUIN a potentially great career in adjusting because great people become frustrated and leave our industry. I'm going to tell you the best case scenario timeline of how long it'd take and how much it'll cost.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Ever had one of those "fast food" experiences when you felt like it took so long you could have sat down for a nice lunch instead?
I recently had one such experience and it made me think about how we as adjusters are pressed on cycle time and often we focus on the wrong things.
Find out how you should be looking at improving your cycle time and independent adjusting career on this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This is a special edition of the Independent Adjuster's Podcast, a replay of IA Path's live event the, IA Summit.
This is part 3 of 3 and today we tune in to hear what Ernie Bray, the CEO of ACD has to say about "How to Build a Successful IA Business."
If anyone knows how to go from being a single IA to being a top company it is him. Let's tune in to hear Ernie Bray.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This is a special edition of the Independent Adjuster's Podcast, a replay of IA Path's live event the, IA Summit.
This is part 2 of 3 and you'll hear Andrew Shervanian talk about the "Future of the IA in Claims" and Ken Wittich of TheBestIRS talk on "How to Look and Act Like an IA."
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This is a special edition of the Independent Adjuster's Podcast, a replay of IA Path's live event the, IA Summit.
This is part 1 of 3 and you'll hear John Bachmann of claims YouTube fame discuss the "Vowels of a Claim" and Mathew Allen talk about, "All of Your Training and Licenses are WORTHLESS as an IA Unless You Have This One Thing."
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
In this episode, Chris Stanley talks about the 4 Milestones that you should celebrate as you become an independent adjuster.
Also discussed why milestones are important in our life and why you should create milestones in your own career and life.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand then you should checkout ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today on the podcast Chris Stanley talks about the 3 different ways a new independent adjuster can break into the industry.
- Auto Adjuster's Path
- Inside Adjuster's Path
- Property Adjuster's Path
Also discussed is being singular focused vs multi-tasking and pursuing lots of different options at once and the future of IA Path.
Multi-Tasking vs Singular Focus
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand contact ACD by emailing them at Network@acdcorp.com
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
It is hail season and many independent adjusters are excited about the opportunity to work hail claims, but few of us actually understand hail.
This week we dive deep into hail. Max Olson, IA Path's weather correspondent gives us a talk about how hail forms and where it typically falls.
The second part of the episode is a presentation from IA Path's Hail Season Orientation from back in March. In it I discuss what adjuster licenses you should get for the best chance to be deployed to hail, even if you are on a budget.
Check out the videos associated with the audio played at IAPath.com/ia118
You can find the Hail Adjuster's Playbook at Amazon by clicking HERE or by heading over to IAPlaybook.com
You can get 6 hours of training on hail with our 2019 Hail Season Orientation. 5 guest speakers and I help you learn what is essential to know about hail storms and how to cash in on cat storms. You can find that by heading to IA.Training/hail
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Mathew Allen of AdjusterTV shares with us the secret to being a first call adjuster. Go beyond being just a licensed IA and become the most desired!
Matt shares his best tips, tricks, insights, and some exciting news about a free training opportunity for you!
Name – Mathew Allen
Location – Wherever the RV is parked
Contact - Mathew Allen's LinkedIn Profile
Email: mathew@adjustertv.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
If you are wanting to handle catastrophic claims and are looking to work hail claims you'll want to catch part 1 of the Hail Season Orientation.
Let's listen in on part 1 of the Independent Adjuster's Hail Season Orientation.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Dan Amato has risen through the ranks of the industry from making phones calls and chasing down status' from IA's to auditing and QC'ing IA files to now being a full-blown IA himself.
He has tons to share about how we can work better with auditors, the things that surprised him about being in the field, and how you can be more valuable to IA Firms. Take a listen!
Name – Dan Amato
Location – San Diego, CA
Contact - Dan's LinkedIn Profile
Email: danamato91@gmail.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Charles Gunnell has been pushing for 2 years to become an IA. From reading about it online, failing the licensing test TWICE, to not getting called... his journey has been hard.
Now he is sharing about his breakthrough and how persistence is paying off. Be inspired as Charles Gunnell teaches us to push until it breaks!
Name – Charles Gunnell
Location – Chicago, IL
Contact - Charles' LinkedIn Profile
Email: c.gunnell2@gmail.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Join me and IA Path's weather correspondent and storm chaser, Max Olson, as we discuss the crazy weather from Winter Storm Ulmer coming tonight and tomorrow.
Learn about WHY this type of weather happens and what it means for us as IA's. Will we get work? Find out on this special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Adam is a veteran property adjuster that hasn't been around for decades, but long enough to know what you need to do to succeed.
Hear about his hustle and how he pursued breaking into the industry... it'll change the way you think about what you are doing.
Plus hear about his new podcast for adjusters called, The Adjuster Show!
Name – Adam Painter
Location – San Antonio, TX
Contact - Adams LinkedIn Profile
Email: mapainter4@gmail.com
Get your FREE copy of the Networking Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we talk with Rob Galbraith the Amazon #1 Best Selling Author of "The End of Insurance as We Know It."
We discuss what insurance will look like for the public, insurance companies, and IA's in years to come. If you are wondering how self-driving cars will affect you as an IA you'll want to tune into this episode... DO NOT MISS IT!
Name – Rob Galbraith
Location – San Antonio, TX
Contact - Rob's LinkedIn Profile
Email: rgalbraith@mail.com
Get your FREE copy of the IA Playbooks at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we shadow an IA Path Crash Star/Graduated Student of the Auto Adjuster's Crash Course as they go complete their first claim.
Nervous jitters and questions abound as the learning gets put to the test. Join us for 3 conversations with the IA as he asks questions that come to mind so he can complete his first auto claim,
- Before his inspection
- After the inspection
- After closing the claim
Wish you had this kind of support? Check out IA Path's Auto Adjuster's Crash Course by clicking below.
Auto Adjuster's Crash Course & Certification
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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Get a sneak peek at the Networking Adjuster's Playbook, audiobook which will be released February 19th, 2019.
Get your free copy of the Networking Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD–If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
This episode is about why it is important to learn to define and use your strengths and weaknesses.
This episode was inspired by a conversation with another rookie IA inside of the IA Path Community.
As a bonus we have an IA Story that will make you laugh and double-think actions you may take in the future. Why did this IA get chased off the property? What should you do differently than he did?
Get your FREE copy of Chris & Kagan's Networking Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Check out the IAPath Community by clicking HERE
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Kagan Blackburn is new to the IA Industry but has caught FIRE on the property side of the industry focusing on one tactic, networking.
He is my co-author of the latest IA Path book called the "Networking Adjuster's Playbook."
Today we discuss the new book, networking, and how to find success in the IA Industry.
Name – Kagan Blackburn
Location – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Contact - Kagan's LinkedIn Profile
Email: KaganblackburnIA@gmail.com
Get your FREE copy of Chris & Kagan's Networking Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we are talking with the CEO of ACD, Ernie Bray. Ernie is joining us for the second time on the podcast to discuss how YOU can separate yourself from the rest of the IA's in the industry.
We discuss networking, workflows, outreach, quality and MORE! Ernie tells you exactly what he and his team are looking for. Since they are one of the largest independent appraisal companies in the industry maybe we should pay attention!
Name - Ernie Bray
Company - ACD or Auto Claims Direct
Location - Carlsbad, CA
Superpower - Business Development
Contact - ACDCorp.com & 888-403-4223
Get your FREE copy of Chris' #1 Best Selling book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we are discussing what it is like to be a woman in the IA Industry with Colleen Davis of SCA Appraisal Company (Soon to be SCA Claims).
Colleen discusses how she got started and how it has been not only for her but for the other women in the SCA network. We also dive into Networking.
The 2nd part of this interview is a part of the Networking Adjuster's Black Box interviews where I video interview over a dozen industry leaders about networking. Look for this and the Networking Adjuster's Playbook to be released in February.
Name – Colleen Davis
Location – Tuscan, Arizona
Contact - Colleen's LinkedIn Profile
Email: cdavis@sca-appraisal.com
Get your FREE copy of Chris' #1 Best Selling book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Listen in on a call I have with brand new IA Karl Lammer. He recently attended Vale Training Solutions 2 week Auto Estimatics course and he has questions about the next steps in his career and how to set and raise his prices as an auto IA.
Don't miss our first IA Discussion format and all the great information in it.
Get your FREE copy of Chris' latest book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Welcome to season 3 of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Join me today as we ask the question "who is John Bachmann and why does he love insurance SO MUCH?"
John has a Youtube channel and tons of passion for insurance. HIs love for insurance is infectious and inspiring. Find out why he thinks you should love working in insurance as much as he does!
Name – John Bachmann
Location – Boston, Massachusetts
Superpower – Passion
Contact - John's LinkedIn Profile
YouTube: Johns YouTube LinkedIn: /johnbachmann Twitter: @johnbachmann80 Instagram: /johnbachmann1980 Facebook: /john.bachmann1 Get your FREE copy of Chris' latest book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Join me today as we go through the IA journey of Mathew Allen the creator of AdjusterTV.
Mathew was producing at the Food Network and left to start producing claims.
Nearly 20 years later Mathew walks us through what it was like and how you can produce success in your own journey.
Name – Mathew Allen
Company – AdjusterTV
Location – Flower Mound, Texas
Superpower – Sticky Hands (Stick to it ness?)
Contact - Mathew's LinkedIn Profile
https://www.adjustertv.com/
Get your FREE copy of Chris' latest book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
On today's special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw (along with 5 special guests) answer the #1 questions listeners have about promoting their business as an independent adjuster. This is part 3 of a 3 part series.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
On this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast, Chris Stanley is not the host.... the tables have been turned he is instead the guest.
Special guest host Jon Nastor of the world-renowned podcasts, Hack the Entrepreneur & The Showrunner interviews Chris Stanley to celebrate 100 episodes & 2 years of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
Name – Chris Stanley
Company – IA Path
Location – Seas Unknown
Superpower – Simplicity
Contact – Chris' LinkedIn Profile
Chris@IAPath.com
Get your FREE copy of Chris' latest book the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Podcast Sponsor
ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
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Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode covers "The Playbook & The Rules of the Game." This is the most valuable sample we give out and should not be MISSED!
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode covers "The House Advantage" and how you are at a disadvantage with the typical way of thinking.
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode covers "The Wrong Way to Become an Independent Adjuster and The Typical Way of Thinking."
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode covers "The career options and a new strategy."
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode covers "The income and day in the life of an independent adjuster."
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Happy 2 year anniversary of the Independent Adjuster Podcast! To celebrate Chris is launching his new book and reading a sample each day for the podcast listeners.
This episode is the Introduction and the chapter that covers "What is an Independent Adjuster."
Subscribe to the podcast to get all the rapid-fire episodes delivered as they release. WE WILL BE PULLING THESE DOWN after the celebration week.
You can get your copy of the physical edition of the book for FREE at IAPlaybook.com (just pay shipping) and at checkout, you have the option to add the entire audiobook.
If you'd like the Kindle edition you can grab that by clicking HERE.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
On today's special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw (along with 4 special guests) answer the #1 questions listeners have about promoting their business as an independent adjuster. This is part 2 of a 3 part series.
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
On today's special edition of the Independent Adjuster Podcast Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw (along with 2 special guests) answer the #1 questions listeners have about creating their business as an independent adjuster. This is part 1 of a 3 part series. Below is the questions answered on the podcast.
What is the most important skill set or talent needed to be successful in this industry?
What are the best routes to take entering the IA world when you don't have the experience?
How do I transition from being a shop estimator to the 'other side'...working for myself?
Is it best to start out gaining experience as a staff adjuster? If so, how quickly should we be able to go independent? Ie, what kind of experience and how much experience is enough to be a viable IA?
Do you need certification from a course, and a license from your state to start working as an adjuster?
What and how many licenses do I need?
What states require you to have an auto damage appraiser license?
What do I do after getting my adjusters license?
What is required to become an appraiser? Do I need schooling, certification? What insurance is required?
Initial steps to get started? The best way to transition from a staff adjuster to independent adjuster?
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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Hear Chris Stanley and Jeremy Shaw talk about how to not lose your life in the midst of operating a daily claims company.
Referencing from personal experience they dive into different mindsets and practical application to help you take your independent claims business to the proper level helping you claim your life.
Mentioned in the podcast:
Margin: Restoring Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Overloaded Lives
The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs: Elevate Your SELF to Elevate Your BUSINESS
Jeremy Shaw's status templates (COMING SOON, Get on the email list at IAPath.com and we'll send it out to everyone then or check back here for an update.)
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today's episode is the audio version of the introduction to the Independent Adjuster's Playbook.
Just got this back from the editor and we'll probably redo the take for the final audiobook but I was so excited I had to share it with you the listener.
You can pre-order your free copy of the Independent Adjuster's Playbook at IAPlaybook.com
Enjoy!
Introduction
You (yes, you!) can become an independent auto adjuster if you are able to apply the principles and strategies included inside of this book. My life completely changed after I became an independent auto adjuster, and I am certain it will change your life as well. For over a decade, being an adjuster has empowered a life that my wife and I had previously only dreamed about. We thought that we needed stacks of cash and would have to wait until retirement to achieve the things we wanted, but we were wrong. Travel, adventure, purpose, and a secure career have all become the norm for our young family, and we have not had to sacrifice who we are in the process.
Looking back, I remember how I was NO ONE and how I had NO SKILLS that you would think an auto adjuster would need. I had never worked on a car, never changed my own oil, and my stellar warehouse career (of throwing boxes for a living) was completely unrelated to being an adjuster. Truly, if I have found and achieved a successful career in this fascinating industry, anyone can.
I’ve handled claims locally in my state, traveled across the country chasing hail storms, shown up in the aftermath of catastrophes (like hurricane Sandy) and have been able to connect to people whose lives have been shaken by nature's awesome and terrible power. I have seen the tremendous damage a storm can cause and have heard the stories from people…… REAL PEOPLE, about how their lives were shattered, and I even got to enjoy playing a small part in their life’s restoration. In short, it is an exciting career that pays well while still giving you freedom. However, this is only true if you are able to unlock the many doors that stand between you and the life you have always wanted.
A typical scenario for many new adjusters attempting to enter into the industry is finding themselves overwhelmed, confused, misled, and walking for months or years in circles still trying to find a solid way into the industry. Sadly, because of this difficulty and confusion, many new adjusters give up. I am here to tell you that the code is cracked inside of this book.
This book is about my own experiences and the experiences of dozens of others that I have either interviewed on my podcast (The Independent Adjusters Podcast) or have worked closely with inside the adjusting world. Having heard their stories of how they successfully navigated the industry, I found the correlations between all of our success stories and have created a roadmap for you to follow that will exponentially increase your chances of success in this industry while removing the guesswork from your new career.
There are three main pa
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When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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On this episode, Chris Stanley & Jeremy Shaw discuss the new book that Chris has written called the Independent Adjuster's Playbook.
This book is the step by step guide to becoming a successful independent adjuster. A new adjusters orientation to the IA industry.
Hear about how to get the book and a special offer and opportunity is revealed.
Pre-Order a copy of the Independent Adjuster's Playbook by going to IAPlaybook.com
Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Do you need to get your claim business started?
Trying to find your first claims?
Are you a veteran needing to find a new revenue stream or want to change up your business?
Then this episode is for you. Today I have a co-host, Jeremy Shaw.
We dive into the motivations of why you might want to expand your auto claims business and 10 different ways you can do that.
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Sponsor
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you?
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Hey It’s Chris Stanley and welcome to the independent adjusting podcast. Today’s episode is all about knowing whether you personally as an individual should invest in becoming an independent adjuster.
maybe you aren’t sure if you should invest in becoming an independent adjuster. There can be a lot of time and money invested into being an independent adjuster. So I’m going to give you ten things that I thought of that could be signs you are ready to invest in becoming an independent adjuster.
If you are meeting most of the following criteria, then you may be poised to make a run at having a career in independent adjusting.
This episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast is sponsored by ACD a top independent auto appraisal company. Email them at Network@ACDCorp.com They want to work with you if you have what it takes, but do you? That is the point of this very episode.
- You Want to Own Your Own Business Many people don’t realize it, but as an independent adjuster you are creating your own business. If you don’t have the ambition or want the responsibility of owning a business it could be a big hurdle to overcame in your journey.
You are a 1099 contractor for most companies and that means you are responsible for taxes, accounting, invoicing, revenue, profit, and other not fun words that we must use as business owners.
- You Have Initiative Taking initiative and being a self-starter is one of the biggest requirements of being an independent adjuster. You don’t have bosses checking your cubicle every few minutes to make sure you are doing what needs to be done. There isn’t a daily pow wow with the team to check the progress of the project.
Look through your past have you started doing things that needed to be done even if there was no direct monetary gain from the project? If you have the get it done bug you’ll be far more likely to be successful as an independent adjuster.
- You are Passionate Enjoying your job is always a good thing, but do you have passion for becoming an adjuster, or do you have passion for any career task that you determine to take on? Being passive and lackluster in attitude and energy can be a recipe for failure.
Starting as an independent adjuster is much like being an entrepreneur, you can’t expect to have overnight success. This can make it financially, mentally, and emotionally difficult to push through the tough times if you aren’t passionate about the career you are pursuing.
- Your Spouse is Annoyed at How Much You Talk About… My poor wife has had to endure many career shifts, crazy ideas, and my obsession of whatever I was tackling. There is really no other word that accurately describes what it takes to enter a new and highly competitive industry.
If your spouse is jealous of how much time you are spending on researching, training, & pursuing your career in independent adjusting, you may be on the path to success…… and marriage counseling.
Make sure you buy some roses for the wife or bring a 6 pack home for your husband the next time you have to take a Crash Course class with me, be
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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On this episode we have a triple agent in our midst. Luis Camacho shares with us how an insurance agent turns staff adjuster, and then can transition to independent adjusting.
Luis is in his first month of being an independent adjuster, but has many years as a staff auto adjuster under his belt. If you have ever wondered if you could transition from staff to independent adjusting then this episode is for you.
Name – Luis Camacho
Company – Cam Claims Services
Location – Amarillo, Texas
Superpower – Attitude
Contact – Luis' LinkedIn Profile
Luis.Camacho.ccs@gmail.com
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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
Today we are talking about customer service and how you can have the strategic advantage in your IA business by providing customer service.
My guest today is Patrick Kelahan, former staff adjuster, turned consultant and always an advocate for customer service.
Pat reveals how much customer service is dying in most industries, but is so important for our success as independent adjusters.
Now it's time to call and to talk with the King of Customer Service, Patrick Kelahan.
Name – Patrick Kelahan
Company – Customer service advocate
Location – Buffalo, New York
Superpower – Customer Service
Contact – Pat's LinkedIn Profile
Pat's Article on INSNerds.com
716-870-1221 - cell phone
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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
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When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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Find out a horrific IA story and how to avoid it in your business in this episode of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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Today on the podcast I have a gentleman whose entire life is consumed with vehicle owners safety. This IA travels around ensuring customers vehicle are repaired properly. I call him, Mr. Safety.
His company Collision Safety Consultants, handles diminished value claims and post repair inspections. Nothing makes this guy madder than a claimant being pushed around by an insurance company. They have expanded with representatives across the country and are growing each and every month.
You’ll hear Mr. Safety talk about the important of not compromising, being full of integrity and also give us practical tips of how to avoid being liable for improper repairs.
In this industry we pushed hard by insurance companies to do things their way, well our guest helps us understand how to handle those situations properly without sacrificing our relationships with the carriers or IA Firms.
Now it’s time to call and to talk with the founder and CEO of Safety Consultants Mr. Safety, Billy Walkowiak
Name – Billy Walkowiak
Company – Collision Safety Consultants
Location – Belmont, NC
Superpower – Lens of Safety
Contact –Billy's LinkedIn Profile
Billy.collisionsafety@gmail.com
CollisionSafetyConsultants.com
Locator Website - CollisionSafetyConsultants.us
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ACD –If you are an IA looking for more work, if you are wanting to diversify where your claims are coming from, and expand what type of claims you are working then you should check out ACD.
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When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
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OK I read an interesting interaction with two people that made me think of us as independent adjusters. So let me set the stage below.
(It is a Sunday afternoon, and the restaurant that the worker works at is right next to a fast food place which is well-known for being closed on Sundays. She is working the drive-thru station when another woman pulls up and starts ordering multiple high-priced items.)
Worker: “What else can I get for you today?”
Woman: “An order of chicken bites.”
(the worker turns and shoot her manager a look, as she also has a headset on and is hearing the entire conversation.)
Worker: “I’m sorry, but we don’t carry chicken bites.”
Woman: “I want an order of your eight-piece chicken bites.”
Worker: “Ma’am, we don’t have chicken bites. We have only have chicken strips. We do have jalapeño bites, though, that come in an eight-count.”
Woman: “I want chicken bites.”
(At this point, the manager uses her headset to join the conversation. She repeats what the worker already told the woman and lists off a couple other menu items that the woman may be trying to order.)
Woman: “I was just here last week, and I got the chicken bites.”
Manager: “Ma’am, we have never carried chicken bites. We serve chicken tenders and chicken sandwiches, but not chicken bites or nuggets.”
Woman: “Cancel my order; I thought this was Chick Fil A!”
(They voided out her entire order, and she drove past the window to get to the parking lot for the other restaurant. From where the worker was, The manager and worker could see her pull up to the front of the restaurant and realize that it was closed. She then came back through the drive-thru of the restaurant and ordered the same things she had just had the first restaurant void off.)
As a catastrophic independent adjuster we know what we want. We want to work catastrophe claims. We may even be pursuing one single type of deployed like property, auto, liability, total loss, hail, flood, etc. We know what we want, but is it currently available?
Like the customer in the story you may want something very specific, but it may not be possible for you to get that at this time. You need to be looking for and ready to accept work other than our "ideal work." The more you work, the more experience you can claim, the more confidence you gain, and the more people you meet.
Working people tend to get more work. It is weird, but true. There is a momentum that you build up that helps get you over the hump into the next storm. Who is going to make an IA Firm more money, the guy who has been working daily claims and is in a groove? or an IA that has been sitting on his license for two years not working in the field.
It is an obvious choice as a recruiter so again we want numbers on our side, we want to be the clear pick as a better money maker for the IA Firm. So the fifth tip
for getting catastrophic work is...
#5 Start Working Claims (Any Kind)
We can't be picky when starting out. Most of us have our sites set out the prize and that is good, but we n
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The flood waters were so high it stacked up cars on top of cars, my wife drove in a circle around downtown New York following the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy while I was inspecting vehicles.
The traffic, chaos, pedestrians, and bicycles all were begging her to be in an accident, the madness was enough to make you give up driving..... in fact she didn't drive after that for six months... it was so crazy.
During hurricane Sandy I worked 2 months and earned $12,000 on my first hurricane deployment, it wasn't easy, and it almost didn't happen.
When hurricane Sandy was approaching the United States all the independent catastrophic adjusters crossed our fingers in hopes of getting a late hurricane storm that would fill up our bank accounts before the long cold winter. I was sitting on my sail boat with my wife and two kids prepared to ride out the storm on our boat.
We were safe, but we had no idea what would actually happen. It ended up not going close to us (but we did get some effects), but watching the news predict a possible flooding in New York seemed like pure hype.
Even two days after the storm blew into the majestic city there wasn't any activity on our phones or emails about getting work. We lost hope and assumed no one was going to deploy us.
So we left on our sail boat content to live a semi-broke, but pleasant winter on our sailboat on the east coast of Florida working remotely. Half a day into the journey I placed a call to one of my only "real" friends in the industry. The only one that was outside my immediate family at that time. He was being deployed by Pilot Catastrophe.
I asked the obvious question, "Should I call Pilot? Are they still deploying people?" He was insistent that YES I should call Pilot and that they would probably deploy me. The rest of my community of adjusters were saying, "No, they said not to call, they'll call if they need you." but this one close friend gave me hope and determination.
I hung up and called Pilot who thanked me for calling. I was deployed and ended up working two months! This only happend because I called.
I then in turn told my entire family of adjusters to call Pilot and they also got deployed!
I met so many amazing people during that two months and expanded my network 10x what it was previously and many are still close friends to this day. I ended up getting the awesome opportunity to work auto total loss for over a month inside of a cubicle and learned so much.
What would have happened if I didn't have that 1 friend? Would my entire family and I have been deployed?
I didn't have a lot of licenses, I had never been deployed with Pilot, I was a hail and collision adjuster, but never flood.
I imagine I would have been broke for 6 months waiting for hail season to roll around or I would have had to bust my butt to work daily claims in my hometown just to make ends meet and let the sailing dream die.
That 1 friend had a huge impact on my year, career, and life. It only takes one contact and person to make a big difference in your life.
So my #4 Tip for getting more catastrophic work is....
#4 Network
You may need to get to know more people. Not just casual friends on Facebook or Twitter or LinkedIn, you nee
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- on-demand adjuster training
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Hey I know I told you I’d have the other 5 tips last week, but I couldn’t talk the rest of last week thanks to a cold I caught on a public bus…. Yup I know hand sanitizer (feel free to use some now as you listen to this)
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I was reflecting on a past FAILED career of mine and I thought about you and your pursuit of a career in adjusting. I believe you may find the lessons I learned useful for where you are at.
A few years back I created a COOL company. I had a great logo, killer website, sweet commercials, and man I was checking off the list of things I thought, I was “supposed to do.”
You may be asking, “What kind of business was it?” Basically, it was an app-based business for small local companies to offer additional customers through advertising. My team and I created the app and this “amazing concept” of how to bring the community together.
I had lots of great meetings with members of local communities, organizations, and even got to present at decent size conference.
I had a lot of interest in what we were doing, but I could never “close the deal.” After a year of “oh we need a new feature!” or “almost there”, and the always hopeful “just one more meeting” I had burned through $20,000 that I had invested personally into the business and all my relationships associated with that business.
But you know what? Everyone had thought what I was doing was GREAT, but no one wanted to PAY me for my time, effort or energy. I didn’t understand. We had a product that could…. Well that was cool! It would help someone, I was sure of it!
“How would it help me?” When a local business owner straight up asked this question…. It stumped me. Basically, “why should I pay you money?” is the question that business owners would ask that still haunt me to this day about our GREAT business solution.
I knew it would help them, I was sure of it, but I couldn’t explain why. To be honest I didn’t know why and you know what, I end up looking like a fool and broke as a bad joke.
Let’s imagine that I had learned “how it would help them” and “why they should pay money for my product/service.”
I’d sit down in meeting with local businesses (who were happy to have these meetings) and I’d share with them how we could get 20 new customers each month by advertising at another local business for only $20 a month.
“Mrs. Smith would 20 new customers be worth $20 a month to you?”
No business would turn down 20 NEW customers a month at a $1 a customer, but I was too busy talking about the features, partnerships, logos, and beautiful app I had created.
I wasn’t talking about THEM I was talking about ME.
As I reflected on this failure (as I have often in the two years since) I once again come back to that question. “Why did it fail?”
It failed because I didn’t know how I was goin
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17,732 adjusters did this one thing...
This is part 2 of a of a special series of 5 podcasts called, “The Top 5 Ways to Get More Catastrophe Work as an Independent Adjuster” and is sponsored by ACD,
It is a BIG number. They all did this one thing... did you? And if you did where does that leave you?
According to the Texas Department of Insurance in 2017 17,732 adjusters received their Texas All Lines license..... (feel free to read that again if you'd like)
Now it is a shocking statistic and I hope you are feeling the weight of those numbers. Did you receive your license in 2017? Maybe you got it in 2016 and you are in front of those 17k other adjusters in terms of seniority, but 2016 was only a little better for you, 13,575 got their license in that year. It's safe to say over 10k adjusters receive a Texas all lines license a year (over 7500 in the first 4 months of 2018!)
Now all of those aren't independent adjusters, but the reality is, everybody and their mother and their school teacher has an adjuster license. It is a tough and painful 40 hours of studying and then a brutal and boring test and you should be proud for getting your adjuster license, but in the catastrophe adjusting world it's par for the course and just the beginning of getting work.
OK now that we know.... you are one of MANY licensed adjusters (in Texas, Florida or Indiana don't get caught up on specifics) we need to have the conversation about how do we stand out from those other 17,000 adjusters who got licensed in Texas last year.
In yesterdays email I promised I would address the question, "How do we prove that we are better money makers?" Remember IA Firms are bringing us in to make money off of us and thus we need to cost less and make them more money so they'll deploy us more so we can make more $$. (It's all about the money it seems)
Insurance companies are the ones dictating how many people may be used for a given catastrophe event and what state they will be working out of. To legally allow you to work for those companies in most states you must have an adjuster license in the state to even be considered for most of the available positions.
Texas is great for hail storms and Houston can have flooding events, but there are many other types of storms around the country that once again we can use to increase our chances of deployment. If you are sitting on JUST A TEXAS/FLORIDA LICENSE you may be sitting at home because there is no reason to consider you for any storm outside of those states.
Yes companies can apply for you to get an emergency license in other states, but that is only if a state of emergency has been declared and that costa the IA Firms time to apply for you and the fee for application, which costs them MORE money.
Remember our goal is to cost LESS. Also, the more IA's they have available in specific states where the catastrophes occur the more spots they may be able to fill.... making them more money.
You are probably tracking with me and where I'm about to go, but for clarity's sake I hope you are seeing this picture and business as a numbers game, because frankly it is. It's all about the numbers and if you want the numbers
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This is part 1 of a of a special series of 5 podcasts called, “The Top 5 Ways to Get More Catastrophe Work as an Independent Adjuster” and is sponsored by ACD,
If you aren't aware of it yet, your career choice of being an independent adjuster can be a tough and lonely road at times. Waiting for calls, waiting for orientations, waiting for deployments.... then when mother nature isn't dishing out its normal dose of chaos it becomes even tougher to financially survive by having only limited possibilities of work.
Over the next 5 days I'm going to give you my "Top 5 Ways to Get More Catastrophe Work."
The problem we are faced with is REAL, but the question is simple, "How do you find more work as an independent adjuster?"
To determine how we find more work, we need to determine why someone would want to give us work. Then we can come up with a few ways that will give us the edge and give the companies and recruiters reason to pause and choose us.
The Reasons Why
The reason why IA Firms are wanting to deploy you is to make money. They have requests from an insurance company for assistance with a project. It could be a request for 10 or 100 people, but either way the IA Firm makes money when you make money. Insurance companies pay the IA Firm for the services you perform and on average/typically the IA Firm keeps 40% of the money and gives you 60%.
With that 40% the IA Firm still has to pay for expenses (just like you). It costs the IA Firm money to find you, support you, train you etc.
We get the point, they are spending money to make money. So can we then assume that if you cost less money to deploy/support and earn them more money then you'll have an advantage on being chosen for a deployment?
I say "YES!"
So how do we show that advantage on paper, that is in a stack of other papers or on a digital computer screen?
How do we prove that we are a better money making machine for the IA Firm than the the next guy?
It feels like this is a never ending pursuit of questions.... right? It does feel this way, but it is these questions that will take you from being another number on a roster to being a superhero A-list adjuster who is called over and over again.
Tomorrow I'm going to tackle the "How do we prove that we are better money makers" question, but right now I want to give you something applicable and 1 of the top 5 ways to getting more catastrophe work.
I mentioned earlier in the email that it gets tough when there are limited possibilities of work. Any IA with a license can get deployed when a major storm like Harvey, Katrina, or Sandi hits, it's the rest of the time that I'm talking about. When it isn't an adjuster gold rush how do we position ourselves for success?
As an IA you are a business, and as a business you are playing a numbers game. If Catastrophe Company A has 50 spots for adjusters in the upcoming month, how do you become one of those 50? In essence that is what people are saying when they email asking,
"Pilot has me on their roster, but how do I get deployed NOW!?"
Truth is I don't know if you can becom
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Today on the podcast my guest is X-Ray, not only is his superhero alias X-Ray but he is offering you the opportunity to be granted X-Ray powers yourself.
John Renstrom is the Co-Owner of Mobile Tech RX, A mobile app & software that allows adjusters and PDR technicians to write hail estimates faster and easier than ever before.
Mobile Tech RX is the easiest way to write a hail estimate, that I have ever seen. John and his crew have taken something that is clunky and annoying in standard estimating systems and streamlined the process the way you always wished it could be.
Now this doesn’t replace your standard estimating platform if you are an independent adjuster, but it could help you make more money by being faster than ever before. Tune in as I talk with John and he explains to us not only how to write claims faster and easier with his application, but also about how you can convert it into a CCC One estimate saving you hours a day. I won’t give away how Mobile Tech RX grants you X-Ray vision, but seriously….. IT DOES.
Name – John Renstrom
Company – Mobile Tech RX
Location – Rapid City, SD
Superpower – X-Ray Vision
Contact – John's LinkedIn Profile
MobileTechRX.com 888-626-6750 ext 702
help@mobiletechrx.com
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Today on the podcast I am joined by a man determined to become an auto adjuster. Now my guest Derek Blanton, is already working in an IA capacity as a independent appraiser, but his ambitions don’t stop there.
Derek is taking courses in his pursuit of a college degree, he’s taken the Auto Adjuster’s Boot Camp from IA Path, and he doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. He has an iron will and is willing to do what it takes to get the knowledge and experience needed to do the job right.
Name – Derek Blanton
Company – DK Inspections
Location – Omaha, NE
Superpower – Determination
Contact – Derek's LinkedIn Profile
Cell: 402-515-3968
derek@dkinspectionsinc.com
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Today on the podcast I am very excited to interview an insurance industry leader, fellow podcaster, and member of the INS Nerds Super Troup, the elder and councilor of their group, Nick Lamparelli
Nick and his group of super nerds are helping guide the next generation of insurance professionals from avoiding the pitfalls, not hitting dead ends, and on finding purpose in their career. Therefore I decided Nick’s Super Hero Alias to be, Beacon, because he is a shining light for the next generation.
Nick is also leading a company that helps develop and test unique insurance products currently with a focus on flood policies, this part of the conversation will paint some interesting pictures and problems in the catastrophic insurance arena. This is a market with huge growth and obstacle potentials, 90% of customers don’t even have flood insurance…. Yet….. But He wants to change that.
Now without further delay its time to call and to talk with Beacon, Nick Lamparelli, the elder counselor of the INS Nerds Super Troup.
Name – Nick Lamparelli
Company – INSNerds & reThought Insurance
Location – Boston, Massachusetts
Superpower – Testing
Contact – Nick's LinkedIn Profile
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Today on the podcast we will be talking to James Nichols who is a 1st year IA who is thriving after Irma. After getting thrown into Irma to write property claims James found himself wanting to make this a steady career and refuses to be an IA that is one storm and done.
I believe after this last huge hurricane year there are many IA’s needing to hear this episode.
Hear how James transitioned from being a one storm CAT adjuster to doing daily auto claims, James shares how his journey has been successful and how he has surrounded himself with peers to support him.
Name – James Nichols
Company – Nichols Appraisals
Location – Florence, Alabama
Superpower – Determination
Contact – james@nicholsimagingteam.com
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Hurricane Predictions vs. Reality – Through the Lens of an Independent Adjuster
Because we’re living in a technological age, it’s easy to assume that we understand almost everything about the world around us. However, while we have the sum of human knowledge at our fingertips, there’s one area where we still have a lot to learn - the weather.
Unfortunately, weather patterns matter a lot more than just deciding on whether you need a coat or shorts when you go outside. Storm systems like hurricanes and tornadoes can do severe damage, so it’s necessary to understand how to predict them. This also greatly affects our jobs as independent adjusters.
Many times the industry gets excited about a great prediction of what to expect from the coming hail storm or hurricane season, but how are the predictions doing verses the reality?
Today I want to look at hurricane predictions for the last five years and compare them to the actual results. We have mountains of data about hurricanes, but are we putting it to the best use and can you actually plan anything around these predictions? Let’s find out.
How are Hurricanes Predicted?
For the most part, scientists are only able to make predictions based on past trends. While current weather data (temperature, wind speeds, etc.) can help inform their decision, the best way to predict new storms is to see what happened in years past.
The other factor is what’s considered a “normal” hurricane season. Before, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) used data from 1950-2000 to determine that an average season would see 11 named storms, six hurricanes, and two significant hurricanes. However, the new model is based on data from 1981-2010, which paints a different picture.
Now, an average hurricane season is listed as 12 named storms, six hurricanes, and three major hurricanes. Not a huge difference statistically, but one extra major storm can mean millions more in damages, so it’s a pretty drastic change overall.
Is This Data Accurate? Let’s Compare the last fast years
2012 Predictions
50% chance of a normal season
25% chance of an above-normal season
25% chance of a below-normal season
9-15 named storms
4-8 hurricanes
1-3 major hurricanes
2012 Actual
Apparently, the 25% chance of an above-normal season was enough, as this year saw an abundance of storms and hurricanes. In this case, NOAA came up short.
19 named tropical storms
10 hurricanes
2 major hurricanes (including Sandy)
2013 Predictions
2012 made NOAA reconsider their forecast models, so they were a bit more liberal for this year.
70% chance of above normal season
13-20 named storms
7-11 hurricanes
3-6 major hurricanes
2013 Actual
Fearing the worst, this season turned out to be one of the quietest and least active in history. In fact, it was the lowest number of hurricanes since 1982.
15 tropical storms
2 hurricanes
No major hurricanes
2014 Predictions
As we can see, looking at past data
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Steve Benson is the Founder and CEO of Badger Maps, the #1 route planner for field salespeople. After receiving his MBA from Stanford, Steve joined Google, where he became Google Enterprise's Top Sales Executive in 2009.
In 2012 Steve founded Badger Maps to help field salespeople be more successful with multi-stop route planning. He also hosts the Outside Sales Talk podcast where he interviews industry experts on their top sales tips.
I really wanted to bring Steve on because I believe as IA’s we too often neglect an all too important task, sales.
Today he is going to help us learn, to hear, no, how to have a successful and fulfilling career, while describing how his journey started as an adjuster.
Name – Steve Benson
Company – Badger Maps
Location – San Francisco, CA
Superpower – Sales
Contact – Steve@badgermapping.com
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“There is no such thing as work-life balance. Everything worth fighting for unbalances your life.” Now I definitely think it is worth being an independent adjuster, but our families are worth ten times more!
How do we struggle through this?
An honest article by Chris Stanley
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Many independent insurance adjusters are faced with a confusing and important question… “what adjuster license should I get?”
The answer to this question changes quite a bit based on where you live, your goals, the time of year, and if this is your first or fifth adjuster license.
Rest easy, if you are asking the question, “what adjuster license should I get” at any stage in your career I have some custom suggestions just for you.
I’ve created an interactive quiz you can take that will walk you through the entire process below and give your our PDF breakdown or you can listen the rest of this article.
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Today our guest works behind the scenes, working numbers, coding, and making sure your claims are there when you need them. He is a leader in the technology development for IA’s his name is Andre Shervanian and he is the CEO of Claim Leader who, according to their own competition is the leading claim management platform for Auto IA’s
Mr. Shervanian was an IA just like us and decided to help IA’s everywhere have better technology to compete in a rapidly changing claims environment. 7 years later they are still on that mission. Today we discuss the importance of responsibility as a claims company, how to quit focusing on how to do your work and to start finishing it, and response-ability…… you’ll have to listen to find out what I mean.
Name – Andre Shervanian
Company – Claim Leader
Location – Los Angeles, CA
Superpower – Response-Ability
Contact – andre@claimleader.com
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Today on the podcast I’m joined by two guests that are here to discuss IA’s and Heavy Truck Claims
Jay Contino has been a guest on the podcast before and has over 20 years in the field writing heavy claims and David Jimenez is a former heavy truck IA and creator of the Truck Writer Estimator software.
Now you’ll hear that David coded this amazing program himself! Completely awesome,
Both of these guests are here to discuss the major changed in the industry and to help us all have a better understanding of heavy equipment claims, how they can benefit us and how to do a better job as IA’s with our heavy truck claims
Today I’m also proud to announce IA Path’s new sponsor ACD
OK now its time to call and to talk with Jay Contino, the Jayggernaut and David Jimenez the “IA Coder”
Name – Dave Jimenez & Jay Contino
Company – Truck Writer Estimator & Bassett Services Inc
Location – TX & NC
Superpower – Heavy Lifting
Contact – Dave Jiminez Website https://twesoftware.com
713-574-7785 Email: dj.truckwriter@gmail.com
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Have you ever felt threatened by our industry changing?
You know as an auto damage appraiser and adjuster with the photo apps, technology and owners taking photos of their own vehicle, its changing, and even eliminating some jobs, it can be scary.
My name is Chris Stanley and I think it’s time we added a new revenue stream to your business, heavy truck and trailer claims.
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A true story and audio article from Chris Stanley about the day his lost his shirt as a catastrophic independent adjuster.
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Dr. Dan has two PHD’s, is a lifelong entrepreneur, Christian Family counselor, pastor of a church of over 3000 people, a student of the human mind and the effects on it….. but the reason I am most honored to have him on today because he is my father.
Dr. Dan Stanley is coming on to answer one very important question that I asked him, “Are we losing our minds?”
His answer may or may not surprise you, but the STATISTICS, REASONS WHY AND most importantly what we can do to better IN our own lives is why you need to pay attention My hope is that this episode will help you have a better tomorrow by discussing how our physical, emotional, mental, and even spiritual health all have an impact on us.
If all of that isn’t enough to keep your earbuds tuned in he also answers a lifelong mystery and question I’ve had…. Why do we yawn?
Name – Dr. Dan Stanley
Company – Rockfish Church
Location – Raeford, NC
Superpower – Support
Contact – drstanley@rockfishchurch.com
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Audio article by Chris Stanley giving you the 5 most common reasons people don't make it as a catastrophic adjuster.
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Today is an extra special podcast. A few episodes back, episode IA 55 I spoke with the “Road Warrior” Jason Shufford. During our conversation, Jason mentioned his mentor, Terry Threats. Well, today Terry is joining us to share his IA story.
Terry has a big heart and a big story. He shares how he survived the economic downturn in 2008, upset claimants with guns, and learned how to overcome the struggles with clear communication and common sense.
Name – Terry Threats
Company – Executive Auto Appraisal
Location – Enterprise, Alabama
Superpower – Integrity
Contact – Terry Threats LinkedIn Profile
terry@executiveautoappraisal.com
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We all do it, believing in things that aren’t true. As kids, we were told that Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and wrestling were all real. (hope no kids are reading this!) IT WAS A LIE, a myth, a fun thing to believe, but far from the truth.
Today I’d like to quickly bust some myths that you may still believe in as an independent adjuster. These myths, just like good ol Saint Nick, may be holding you back from the truth. Be careful the truth hurts.
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Along with 500 other adjusters who are walking the same path that you are. And we'd love to walk this journey with you.
You can join at IAPath.com
(Due to Easter Weekend I have taken this week off from new episodes, but we have 4 amazing guests lined up for April! Stay Tuned!)
IA 32 How to Get More Deployments as a Hail Adjuster Without Breaking the Bank on Licenses
Today on episode 32 I wanted to share with you, How to Get More Deployments as a Hail Adjuster Without Breaking the Bank on Licenses.
I’m asked about what licenses to obtain over and over and I figured it was time I’d address it here on the podcast. I’ve missed a few weeks and I apologize. Been sick for a few weeks and we had a huge storm in Dallas, so no excuse, but I apologize for the absence and I’m back. Lots of great things happening and brewing. So I want to cover the licenses you should obtain, but first I need to tell you that.
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By the numbers and my gut, the first 5 licenses every catastrophic hail adjuster should obtain,
- Resident State license or Indiana License
- Texas
- Oklahoma
- Minnesota
- Georgia
- Kentucky
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Ryan Hampton , "Boss," is quickly becoming the father of the ever growing PDR family. Unlike the mafia "bosses" of old Ryan may be the nicest person you'll ever meet.
Hear Ryan share his story, his regrets, his purpose, and passion. Ryan shares how putting family first is the key to a successful career and satisfying life.
Now it's time to call and to talk with Ryan Hampton, the PDR "Boss."
Name – Ryan Hampton
Company – 300
Location – St. Louis, MO
Superpower – Connection
Contact – Ryan Hampton LinkedIn Profile
Ryan@the300Advantage.com Cell: 636-734-5470
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Being a go-getter and hustling is a great way to improve your odds of success as an IA. Joseph Heidel has quickly grabbed onto this concept.
Joseph Heidel has risen from being a typical IA in Pilot orientation (where I met him) to rising through the ranks of our industry. He now finds himself as the National Operations Manager of Hi-Tech PDR overseeing multiple states for one of the nations largest PDR companies.
As a former professional salesman, Joseph shares with us how to be successful as an IA in the PDR industry, the importance of first impressions, and how to make a lasting impact on anyone you meet.
Name – Joseph Heidel
Company – Hi-Tech PDR
Location – Frisco, TX
Superpower – Impression
Contact – Joseph Heidel LinkedIn Profile
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As an IA doing daily claims you tend to get a lot of windshield time, today’s guest is even more extreme than most, he is the “Road Warrior”
Jason Shufford is an IA out of Brewton Alabama who tends to spend his time driving, driving, and more driving, and when he isn’t driving he a true eye and talent for art.
Jason shares his story today as an inspiration and encouragement to all of us listening.
Name – Jason Shufford Jr.
Company – Professional Auto Appraisals
Location – Brewton, Alabama
Superpower – Adaptation
Contact – Cell 251-363-0026 Jshuffordjr@gmail.com
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Paul Kordon is a crossover from..... the dark side. As a paintless dent repair technician Paul is coming to educate, inform, and rescue us from some of the common mistakes and misconceptions we adjusters have when it comes to PDR.
Paul, or I’ll call him, “Flash Kordon”, is a 20 year PDR technician, influencer in his industry, and creator of the very first retail side panel PDR matrix. His work is influencing his industry to think differently about pricing, pushing the boundaries of what is repairable, and working to help bridge the gap from the PDR industry to other adjacent industries such as adjusters.
Name – Paul Kordon
Company – PaulKordon.com
Location – Hamilton, Virginia
Superpower – Metal Bending
Contact – Paul Kordon LinkedIn Profile, PaulKordon.com,
Phone/Text/Facetime: 703-727-6530
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Tim Davis Jr. may be the "Junior" of the SCA Tim's, but he is no junior as an influence on the industry. He is the president of SCA Appraisal Company, one of the largest and long standing appraisal companies in the industry. He has helped SCA scale from being a Southern California regional IA firm to being a nationwide powerhouse.
Hear Tim give the secret sauce to success as an IA and an independent business owner in this podcast. We also dive into how SCA is tackling the major issue of large scale hail catastrophes in 2018.
As an appraiser you don't want to miss this great opportunity SCA is presenting to the best in the biz. Get a peak into the future as we call and talk with Tim Davis Jr.
Name – Tim Davis Jr.
Company – SCA Appraisal Company
Location – Los Angeles, California
Superpower – Regeneration
Contact – twp.davis@sca-appraisal.com, 818-450-2712, Tim Davis Jr. LinkedIn Profile
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Learn how to hustle your way to being an IA, finding extra income, or how to pursue your dream career with Nick Loper.
Nick is an expert in the art of side hustling, therefore he is"The Hustler"
Name – Nick Loper
Company – SideHustleNation.com
Location – Livermore, California
Superpower – Hustle
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Hear the “Bounce Back King” Rob Ortega challenge all of us on staying positive in the claims industry as a claims adjuster. Hear how he bounces back day after day, situation after situation to stay on the cutting edge and achieved his long term goals.
Name – Rob Ortega
Company – B&E Appraisal Service
Location – Tucson, Arizona
Superpower – Positive Attitude
Contact – ROrtega@bandeappraisal.com or Robs LinkedIn Profile
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Today on episode 35 we are going to talk about millennials in claims adjusting. Hear the Superman of insurance and expert on millenials in the insurance industry... Tony Canas.
You will hear how Tony puts me on the couch and reads my mail as a millennial, live on the air. Tony talks about how millennials could benefit the insurance industry and be benefited by the insurance industry. This is an interview you don’t want to miss.
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Hear "Heavy Man" Jay Contino share his 20+ years of IA experience on how to write heavy equipment claims, how to get what you need on a heavy inspection, what software to use, and what he wished he had learned early on.
Name - Jay Contino
Company - Basset Services
Location - Horse Shoe, NC
Superpower - Heavy Lifting
Contact - jay@bassetservices.com & 828-674-3645
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Hear why now is a great time to become an independent adjuster, learn how to expand your book of business, and hear how to stay relevant in the industry with CEO and industry leader Ernie Bray. Ernie is the CEO of 6-time Inc 5000 winner ACD. (Auto Claims Direct)
"Mr. ACD", Ernie Bray shares his IA story and discusses the future of the claims industry with IA Path's Chris Stanley.
Name - Ernie Bray
Company - ACD or Auto Claims Direct
Location - Carlsbad, CA
Superpower - Business Development
Contact - ACDCorp.com & 888-403-4223
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Find out how to infiltrate your industry, how to awake your potential, what are the two things you must care about, and how not to limit yourselves as an auto damage appraiser.
"Mind Man", Miguel Garcia, shares his insider secrets of how to get farther in the auto damage industry.
Name - Miguel Garcia
Company - Garcia Mobile Collision Estimates
Location - Broken Arrow, OK
Superpower - Mind Reading
Contact - 918-500-6239
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Find out why you should think about writing letters to the adjuster, how to manage the chaos, and how to help people get a piece of themselves back as we call and talk with Shawn Parsons who is the "Everyday Man"
Name - Shawn Parsons
Company - Rapid Appraisal Services
Location - Houston, TX
Superpower - Persistence
Contact - RASofHouston.com 877-754-1232 ext#3
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What is the "snowball effect?" Why shouldn't you think of yourself as an appraiser? And what does Jeremy Shaw have in common with Drew Bledsoe?
Find out as we call and talk with Jeremy Shaw the" Early Riser"
Name - Jeremy Shaw
Company - Shaw Appraisal Services
Location - Abilene, TX
Superpower - Early Riser
Contact - jsautoappraisals@gmail.com
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Find out how to get to work with the new need for adjusters. Hurricane Harvey and Irma are increasing the need for new adjusters and offering you the opportunity to start you adjusting career.
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In this episode Chris breaks down how he feels about each software in the different categories that actually affect his day to day work.
We all have to use an estimating system to write our estimates and it can make or break you as an adjuster. Make a wise decision that will help you in your journey.
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Todays episode is an interview with Amanda Hughes of the Doan Group. You'll hear what the Doan Group wants and desires out of their auto damage appraisers. At the end of the episode I give you 5 practical steps you can apply today to become a more valuable auto damage appraiser.
You can check out The Doan Group HERE
Want to learn how to be and become an auto damage appraiser? I created an online course for you to learn how. You can check out Crash Course HERE
5 Easy Tasks to Make You More Valuable as an Auto Damage Appraiser
When I interviewed Amanda Hughes of the Doan Group, (Listen to the podcast interview HERE) she repeatedly said that communication was the number one thing that makes an appraiser good and that will set them apart from other appraisers.
She didn’t leave it at this theory of “communication,” she also gave practical examples of how Doan (and I assume other IA firms) would like appraisers to communicate with them.
I thought I’d make a list and give you 5 practical tasks you could start doing today to make you a more valuable auto damage appraiser.
- Status “File Received”
As a previous dispatcher, I can tell you it drives a dispatcher crazy wondering if the appraiser you just assigned the claim will actually check their email and take action on the file. We’d rather not wait two days to find out you are not available to complete the claim, but we also don’t want to have to call you every time we assign a claim.
Make the dispatchers job easier by simply adding the status to the file, “File Received” upon receiving a new assignment. If the dispatcher sees that you are consistent with this, they will relax, love you for it and probably assign you more files.
- Status Your Files Everyday
Part of being an auto damage appraiser is managing your open claims. I challenge you to start your morning off dedicated to adding a status to all your files across the different IA firms.
I did this consistently in my local claim days and I always was glad I did. Even if you copy and paste your previous status, it will reassure the company that you are aware of the file and that the situation has not changed.
This will help you by eliminating a lot of phone calls and help you not forget about a claim. It really doesn’t take that long, you just need to do it. Trust me it will help!
- Answer Your Phone
As a national operations manager, I counted that I received over a hundred phone calls a day on a regular basis. As an auto damage appraiser, it wasn’t much better and it can physically make you sick when you hear your phone rings.
(side note, try changing your ring tone. I change mine if I start to feel sick when I hear my phone ring. I’ve ruined some great songs by making them a ring tone, but I’ve given better customer service)
I challenge you to pick up your phone and answer it as much as humanly possible during the work day. People want to talk to a person. I’ve received more compliments about me answering my phone, than anything else I’ve done. People know you are busy and respect when you value them enough to answer the call.
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This episode answers the common questions behind the pay of an auto damage appraiser or independent auto claims adjuster.
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The Independent Truth Behind an Independent Appraiser or Claims Adjuster Salary
Earning a living, making the cash, bringing home the bacon, and making it rain are all different ways to say, "making money." It's why we do what we do or why we are interested in doing something different.
People want to know before they get involved in a new career, job, or even helping out a buddy, "what will I get paid?"
In this post I'm going to walk you through the “independent truth about the pay of an auto damage appraiser and independent auto claims adjuster.”
AVG per year of a Claims Adjuster $63,000
The average per year is in the ballpark of sixty-three thousand dollars a year, which is a good income for most adjusters, but this is the average and not where you will start out.
Also. the big thing to realize about being an independent adjuster or auto damage appraiser is that you own your own business. To many adjusters this may be a realization, but it is an essential realization to have. You, as an IA, are a freelancer, and you are payed in the same manner as a freelancer, per piece. There is no salary and no guarantees.
Pay Type – Per File (or per piece)
There are exceptions, such as catastrophic per day pay, but for the most part we are paid on a per file basis. Just like a graphic designer is paid on a per piece or per project basis, independent adjusters and appraisers are paid the same way.
Pay Amount - $20-$80 per file
Currently, the per file basis is on a scale and starts at $20, for photo’s only working for companies like WeGoLook, and goes to $80 working for high end independent auto damage appraiser companies like, IA Net. The responsibilities and expectation raise with the pay. Starting out you can expect to make $20-$60 per file, depending on whether you are completing the industry standard estimate, or just taking photos.
What You Are Getting Paid For
The major tasks you must complete to get paid on a file are,
- Setting an Appointment with an Owner of a Vehicle
- Inspecting the Damage Vehicle
- Driving to the Owners Chosen Location
- Documenting Damage with Photos (get the Guidelines for Required Photos HERE)
- Documenting Damage with Notes
- Create an Industry Standard Estimate using Audatex, CCC One, or Mitchell Software
- Upload Estimate, Photos, Notes, and Estimate Data to Company Portal
- Complete Any Revisions or Supplements that May Arise
Supplements are a request from a repair facility for supplemental or additional repair operations and parts that were not included on the first estimate. As an auto damage appraiser you must reconcile these supplement requests and complete a second upload.
Under mos
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We all know you should learn from your mistakes... right? Well sometimes the mistakes we make are not as obvious in the claims adjusting world and the feedback loop leaves something strong to be desired, but the answer of how to improve your claims may be right under your nose.
Chris covers the best way he believes you can improve your writing and confidence as a writer in episode 41 of the Independent Adjuster Podcast.
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You want to make headway in your career, you are working hard, but how can you get momentum? How can you get further..... faster? Networking is the best way to make progress in the insurance industry.
You must know how to do networking properly and on this episode, Chris gives 5 things he believes you need to be while networking.
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This is one of the first episodes from the IA Path Podcast. I included 2 episodes that were back to back.
In this episode, I cover the 4 essential elements to an inspection and conversation and demonstrate it in a hilarious conversation with an insured who tells their story about The Diabetes, The Deer, and Jesus
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The number one tool is often overlooked and forgotten about, but it's the foundation of being a good auto hail adjuster.
Chris breaks down the 3 steps to using the PDR and Hail Matrix properly.
Using a PDR Matrix is as easy as 1,2,3
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Determine the Panel
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Determine the Count
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Determine the Size
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Chris gets excited and lays it out there telling you to quit waiting around for work to come to you... go get it!
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What does it really mean to "own your business."?
New short quick format in between full length episodes. Thoughts and quick episodes from Chris Stanley.
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Chris gives his takeaways from the new groundbreaking book in the insurance industry, Insuring Tomorrow by Tony Canas and Carly Burnham.
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5 Takeaways from Insuring Tomorrow
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There is a need for talent in the insurance industry
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The insurance industry is stuck in it's old ways (surprise)
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The insurance industry is HUGE!
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I'm not crazy, I'm a millennial
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There is hope, and I need to do more
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Hello and welcome to the independent adjuster podcast this is episode 36. I hope you enjoyed the new intro. I feel pumped up and ready to help guide you on the path as an IA
I am asked all the time, can you help me become an IA, tomorrow?
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- Getting Adjuster license (1 month)
- 40-hour study
- Test
- Admin, fingerprints etc
- Learn basics of hail adjusting (1 – 2 months)
- Auto Basics
- Hail damage 101
- Estimating system
- Sign up for the major 5 companies and attend orientation (1 – 2 months)
- Pilot Catastrophe
- EA Renfroe
- Worley
- Eberle
- CNC Adjusting
- Wait for perfect storm and deployment (1-6 months)
My conclusion is 6 months is needed to properly get trained, licensed, on rosters, and be ready. The hail season starts for March 1st, start getting ready in the summer/fall of the previous year.
5 Takeaways
- Start NOW (at least 6 months before the next hail season)
- Be ready to spend 6+ months pursuing this part time
- Treat this as your business (Because it is)
- Don’t just apply for the big 5
- Learn the skills needed to earn repeat deployments
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In episode 34 Chris brings to light that to become a competent hail adjuster or auto damage appraiser that writes hail claims, you must have a foundational knowledge of the paintless dent repair process. Chris walks you through the hail repair process and operations.
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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.
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or LinkedIn
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Chris records fromWest Palm Beach FL (wind effects are real) about how approaching relationships in the auto damage appraising or catastrophe adjusting world, will kill your career, relationships, and family.
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Chris interviews Jesse, a veteran teacher turned catastrophic adjuster. Hear how it has changed he and his families life.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Chris tells the 5 steps to becoming a hail adjuster. He also reaveals that he is nearing completion of a full length book on the topic.
Includes a portion from his book and the entire reading of his new short ebook "5 Steps to Becoming a Hail Adjuster"
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Chris covers one of the hardest aspects of being a day to day collision auto damage appraiser or adjuster, expanding. It's hard to expand without exploding from overwhelm. Get tips on how you can have a controlled expansion and not lose your reputation.
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In episode 27 I guide you on a path to discover a new adjuster super power. Once you discover this ability inside of yourself you will be able to estimate hail damage properly. This will help you increase your income and help you break into the world of catastrophic adjusting.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Chris talks about how technology is making adjusters more valuable. Many adjusters are unaware of the amazing opportunity right in front of them
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Listen as Chris shares the 5 reasons catastrophic adjusters don't make it and what you can do to avoid those pitfalls.
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5 Reasons You Won't Make It as a Catastrophic Adjuster
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You Don't Have Startup Cash
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You Have Wrong Expectations
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You are Waiting for the Lottery Ticket
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You Won't Survive the Valley's
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You're Not Controlling Your Expenses
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In this episode Chris walks you through how to become an auto damage appraiser or adjuster and how to earn a paycheck.
Also, he name drops a few companies that will give you a shot even though you don't have experience.
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Chris gives real-life. proven insider secrets to getting more catastrophe work.
Chris makes the big announcement that the very first IA Path Course, "Learn to Be an IA" online course is now available!
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Email Chris@IAPath.com for help or getting connected to small or PDR companies
Big 5 Catastrophe Companies
Pilot Catastrophe
Worley Cat
EA Renfroe
CNC Adjusting
Eberle Claims
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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Episode 22 covers scoping the damage of the vehicle. Chris covers some of the benefits, but also gives a method of how to approach writing your notes so that it makes it easier when you return to your estimating system.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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- on-demand adjuster training
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Episode 21 is all about photos. From the required photos of most insurance companies, total loss photos, IA Path's recommended photos and process to ensure you NEVER MISS ANOTHER REQUIRED PHOTO AGAIN!
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Lt Front Corner
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Rt Front Corner
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Rt Rear Corner
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Lt Rear Corner
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License Plate
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Vin
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Odometer
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Dash (w/radio)
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Headliner
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Driver Door and Front Seat
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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Today I talk about the essential tools of a modern auto damage appraiser.
- Mile Tracking Software - Mile IQ
- Map Software - Badger Mapping
- Laptop - Microsoft Surface
- Phone - Smart Phone
- Internet Connection - Mobile Hotspot
- Vehicle - Reliable Vehicle
- Estimating System - CCC1, Audatex, Mitchell
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
- community
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Episode 20 covers that as an inexperienced appraiser or adjuster that you should only write what you can see.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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- on-demand adjuster training
- community
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In episode 19 of the IA Path Podcast, Chris reassures you that estimatics is not rocket science, that keeping it simple is the cornerstone of estimating, and that you can write an estimate.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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- on-demand adjuster training
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Steve Benson CEO of Badger Mapping shares what his experience as an adjuster, sales rep, and now CEO has taught him about the importance of focusing on the moment.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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- on-demand adjuster training
- community
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This is a hilarious conversation that includes the 4 key elements of a successful inspection conversation.
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Introduction
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Their Story
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Confirm the Damage Area
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Set Expectations
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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In this episode, Chris guides you through the 4 key elements of a successful inspection conversations.
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Introduction - Who you are and who you work for
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Their Story - Ask them for their story. You will learn a lot of the information you need for the inspection through the story.
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Confirm the Damage Area - Confirm the damage area to make sure you don't write up the wrong damage.
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Set the Expectations - Set the expectations of what is going to come next.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Episode 15 brings the sports arena to auto damage appraising. Focusing on the important of a good status and the difference between good and bad status'.
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In this episode, I go over the insured and the claimants in an auto claim. I also cover the mindset behind each of them and the different coverage types in a claim.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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Learn what may save you in a fire, where your cars skirt is, and the real purpose of a cowl.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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In this episode, I go through the different people that you may work with at Independent Appraisal Companies.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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Today I talk about the essential tools of a modern auto damage appraiser.
- Mile Tracking Software - Mile IQ
- Map Software - Badger Mapping
- Laptop - Microsoft Surface
- Phone - Smart Phone
- Internet Connection - Mobile Hotspot
- Vehicle - Reliable Vehicle
- Estimating System - CCC1, Audatex, Mitchell
Check out our free video training series walking you through every step of your adjuster journey at IAPath.com
We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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- on-demand adjuster training
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In this episode we go over the major operations of a repair estimate.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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Episode 09 breakdowns a day in the life of an adjuster. Specifically me, Chris Stanley, and what my day looks like. It's a lot to get talked about in 5 minutes. Put together with me having WAY TOO MUCH coffee during the day I talked a lot faster than previous episodes, but hey its real and it's me.
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5pm-5:30pm Receive & Map Claims
5:30pm-6pm Make Phone Calls
Next Day
6-8am Prepare for Day
8-9am Drive to first claim
9-3pm Claim every half hour (appointments given two hour windows)
3-4pm Drive Home
4-7pm Input Claims (possibly break for dinner and resume afterwards)
Roughly a 12 hour day if I'm busy with 10+ claims
8 hours if its 5ish claims.
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In episode 08 Chris talks about two more parts of the front of your vehicle, the grille and the headlights.
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Episode 06 covers how to make it easier to call & set appointments. Chris offers tips he has learned from 8 years of experience.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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In episode 05 you'll learn what Jesus has in common with a bumper cover. Listen to learn that along with the 3 major parts of a front bumper.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
- mentorship
- on-demand adjuster training
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In episode 07 I go over the major players you work with at a body shop. Discover how to connect with them, their mindsets, and what their role is within the shop.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
When you join IA Path you get everything you need to succeed, including
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In this episode we cover 3 of the major perks and 3 of the major cons of being an auto damage appraiser.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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In episode 3 of the IA Path Podcast we continue to help you answer the question, "Do I want to be an auto appraiser?" Here in part 2, we talk about the different pay that is available whether you work the job as a career, part-time, or as a part of the gig economy.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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This is Part 1 of a 3 part series entitled, "Do I wanted to be an auto appraiser?" Today we will talk about the some of the options that present an auto damage appraiser. Career, part- time, and the gig economy are all options.
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In episode 1 of the IA Path Podcast I go over some of what is involved with being an auto damage appraiser and dispell from of the myths about what requires to be one.
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In this 00 episode I cover some of the reason I've started a podcast for and about Auto Damage Appraisers.
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We know that becoming a successful independent adjuster can be hard and lonely.
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