insurance agent

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sales representative

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Optavise

I have been with Optavise since they were under a different name back in 2010. Prior to working with Optavise, I was selling the exact same insurance product underwritten by the same carrier, to the exact same customer, and I had little success. As soon as the broker I was working for found us a home at Optavise and I was able to attend their training, I literally sold more insurance in 2 weeks than it took me to do in 2 months trying to do it my own way! I have never looked back since then. The corporate team takes excellent care of all their agents, not just financially, but also with constant recognition, awards, trips, and bonuses, etc. You really get a sense that you are part of the team/family when you get started. The leadership delivers excellent training and helps each new recruit put together a plan to help them achieve their own personal goals. The bonus program is the best in the insurance industry! There literally is no ceiling, and many people have changed the course of their families financial future by plugging in and following the guidance of the leadership that has been there and done that many times over before them. Personally, I never thought I would be in the financial position I find myself blessed to be in. Coming from a small town with small minds and even smaller incomes to be rubbing elbows at the nicest hotels, restaurants, etc with some of the highest paid professions has been a dream come true and I could not have done this without the amazing coaching and support from the leadership at Optavise. I have been here 15 years, going on 16 and have plans to be here until it's time to hang it all up many years from now. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Overall, the best thing about working with Optavise is the leadership and training. The leaders here have been in the industry for decades and pour their heart and soul into getting you in the field the right way.  

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Learning the product knowledge! When you first join there is a lot to learn to enter the field, often times it can be overwhelming, however, if you follow the training methods presented, you will be more than prepared for success. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
This is a worksite position, so you work with employees at their place of business, which is very rewarding to help employees like, teachers, firefighters, police and postal workers. Overall culture is a positive environment; were everyone is eager to assist in your success.  

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Each day can be different from Mondays doing two meetings in office, to Tue-Fri enrolling new employee's their place of work. We typically work Monday through Friday normal business hours, with weekends off!

They guarantee you an interview and are very on top of things as far as recruiting and giving you a detailed rundown of what you're getting into. You can make your own schedule for the most part, and you can give the benefits to local businesses, you can get them for yourself and your family, and there is no cap on what you can make (by commission). That being said though, there are out-of-pocket expenses: gifts for enrollments, tablecloth, filing materials, gas, etc. As of 2026 there are no group health benefits, so you have to search for your own. The work culture and management are fairly good at communication. Actually tells folks to NOT be pushy, and that there are plenty of people who will need their policies—which is great in comparison to not-so-honest companies. 

The team culture at Optavise really stands out! People are supportive and collaborative. Leadership encourages open communication and values agent's input, which creates a positive work environment for the entire team. Overall, it’s a great place to work if you’re looking for a supportive team and a company that invests in its field agents. Additionally, Optavise offers a strong opportunity for individuals looking to get into the insurance industry. The role provides valuable training and strong resources for their agents.

a typical day could mean driving 2 hours to and from a location at any hour. this could be 3 am or 10 pm.
i did not learn anything training was sub par
management is only interested in hiring a-lot of people. they wont teach you or hold your hand at all. once training is done, you are pretty much left to finding your own business. 
the hardest part was staying with this job hoping it would work out. all it did was bankrupt me. 
there was nothing enjoyable about this company. 

Local Management is more interested in making money for themselves than for their new hires. Training from corporate office is really good but when you get in the field they tell you to ignore what you learned and do it their way. The company as a whole offers a lot of structure and great training but the local management sucks & is obviously not being held accountable. If they are making money it doesn’t seem like anyone cares about anything else. 

They talk a big game in your interview and training but once you're out of training you're thrown to the wolves. If you have a lot of money to spend on travel and incentives to entice prospects, then this might work for you. If you're just starting out, expect to go in the hole way before you see any actual earnings. If you're lucky you'll break even. 

They pick favorites and let everyone else struggle. Managers not well trained. They expect you to buy raffle items that cost over $100 and since the commission is low for the industry, it makes staying out all day not worth it. Very unprofessional management, everyone talks behind each other's backs and they cuss at you when mad and insult you. Don't follow compliance regulations at all.

Great culture, supportive leadership, and real growth opportunities. Teamwork is strong and work-life balance is respected. Whether you're new or a 10 year insurance veteran, Optavise creates a path for everyone to succeed.

If I was single this job would’ve been great. The coworkers were awesome and management was beyond fantastic. Having a wife and new baby made this job difficult. But I would suggest it to anyone in their mid 20’s. Really great pay.

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