The Independent Adjuster Podcast (IA Path)

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...

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.   Pod...

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 lo...

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 episod...

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.   Po...

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 wantin...

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...

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 sh...

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 y...

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 M...

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  ...

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

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 L...

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' LinkedI...

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...

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 - ...

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 Anto...

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 Wi...

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

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? Ge...

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  - K...

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 indus...

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 vide...

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&apo...

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  – Bosto...