YOUNG AGENT PROFILE
BRYCE HUNDLEY
YAK
YOUNG AGENTS of KANSAS
Hundley Insurance Services Atchison , Kansas ( 913 ) 367-2196 HundleyInsurance . com
HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE INDUSTRY ?
My father ’ s agency had an opening and an opportunity I couldn ’ t pass up .
WHAT DO YOUNG AGENTS BRING TO THE INDUSTRY ?
The Young Agents brings a sense of motivation and energy to the industry . They bring fresh perspective when approaching agency challenges and new ideas for recapitalizing opportunities .
Years in Industry : 6.5 years
I also find it very rewarding to taking a piece of business from a direct writer , I ’ m a very competitive person .
HOW DO YOU SEE THE INDUSTRY CHANGING IN THE NEXT 5-10 YEARS ?
Agencies will become more efficient through use of better technology . One thing I believe will stay the same with those technologies , is the importance of face-to-face networking - personal interaction will always be paramount .
WHO OR WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST RESOURCES IN THIS INDUSTRY , AND WHY ?
First , without question , is my father . He has always taught me that just because you do not know the answer does not mean you cannot find it .
Second is the the networking between agents and industry professionals . It ’ s amazing what you can learn just from listening and being present .
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST REWARD OF BEING AN INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENT ? Offering cost-effective insurance solutions for my clients .
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SHARE WITH PRINCIPALS IN THE BUSINESS FOR MORE THAN 10
YEARS ?
Continue to get better , don ’ t be complacent with how things are . Invest in and consistently get feedback from young insurance professionals in your agency .
WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE PLANS ?
To get married in a global pandemic . Ask me again after we get through that !
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO AN INCOMING YOUNG AGENT ?
Give yourself some time to become knowledgeable about different coverages available and specific policy forms . Ask lots of questions . Cross-sell to make sure clients are covered and so you are making revenue .
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