What Type Of Person Thrives In The Employee Benefits Industry According To An Employee Benefits Partner At The Baldwin Group
Hunt, a Partner at The Baldwin Group, highlights the importance of being a "self-starter" in the employee benefits industry, emphasizing a learn-by-doing approach where asking questions and actively engaging in problem-solving are key to success. The collaborative team culture fosters growth, but individual initiative is paramount for career flourishing.
Self-starter, Problem-solver, Collaborative, Curious, Persistent
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Hunt Turner
Partner, Employee Benefits
The Baldwin Group
Cal Poly, SLO
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Finance
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness, Insurance
Consulting
Video Highlights
1. Self-starters are successful in this industry because there is no set guidebook, and much is learned through experience.
2. A collaborative team culture and mentorship opportunities are available to help individuals learn and grow.
3. Asking questions, actively participating, and problem-solving are key skills for success in this field.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
Yeah. Currently, the people who thrive are self-starters. There is no guidebook on what steps to take. A lot of it is learned by doing, and by gaining experience.
It involves asking questions and observing. We have great mentors and people within our organization who help each other, and we foster a collaborative team culture and atmosphere.
Ultimately, a self-starter is someone who will ask questions, get their hands dirty, and try to solve problems. They are the ones who will be successful.
The good news is that there is a path for everyone to learn and grow, and hopefully see their career flourish.
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