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How did you get into the insurance industry? After leaving school, I took a job selling cars. I learned a lot from the experience, but I knew I did not want to build a career as a car salesman. Nationwide reached out to me about a position in their associate agent-builder program, where I would focus on personal lines. The program helps train young people through a six-week crash course....

How did you get into insurance? Before becoming an agent, I studied and worked as a chef. I enjoyed my time cooking and hosting banquets; however, I wanted to gain experience outside the culinary arts. At that point, I was speaking with a life and health insurance agent. He told me about his journey and professional development in the industry, and it seemed interesting. He was looking...

How did you get into the insurance industry? Growing up, my mother worked nonstop. When I got older and began thinking about what I wanted from my life, I knew I wanted a career that allowed a little more control of my schedule. I also wanted to be able to provide for my family. One day, I was speaking to my mentor, and he recommended looking into the insurance industry. After doing my due...

How did you get into insurance? Like many folks, I stumbled into the insurance industry. Prior to V.R. Williams, I had no experience with or any ties to the industry. I joined an agency in my hometown as I was finishing college. I began to work as a commercial lines producer, specializing in manufacturing as well as specific types of auto risks. We are based in a rural area in Tennessee...