020: TikTok Tales: Sam Ridgewell's Journey from Chance to Empowerment in Insurance

100 Women in Insurance - Podcast készítő SandraM - Csütörtökök

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Summary In this episode, Sam Ridgewell, Managing Director of Empower Development and insurance TikToker, shares her journey in the insurance industry and the impact of social media's impact on promoting careers in insurance, particularly TikTok. She discusses how her insurance career resulted from chance and how she transitioned to starting her own business. Sam also talks about the importance of personal branding and the challenges of changing her name due to marriage. She emphasizes the power of social media in changing industry perceptions and provides insights on how individuals can get involved and make an impact through platforms like TikTok. In this conversation, Sam and Sandra discuss the impact of social media, specifically TikTok, in changing public opinion about the insurance industry and attracting young talent. The conversation highlights the power of building authentic relationships, networking and asking for opportunities. Takeaways Opportunities in the insurance industry can arise by chance, and it's important to be open to unexpected paths. Transparency and open conversations with managers and employers can lead to mutually beneficial outcomes and career progression. Personal branding is crucial in promoting careers in insurance, and social media platforms like TikTok can be powerful tools for reaching a wider audience. Contributing to the insurance industry through social media can significantly impact changing industry perceptions and attracting diverse talent. Consistency, authenticity, and a sense of humour are key when creating content on social media platforms like TikTok.

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