The Go-Getter Mindset with Janice Romero

About this episode

Janice Romero discusses her career in insurance, the importance of networking, and her experiences as a female leader in the industry.

Janice Romero is Home Office Manager at ICW Group Insurance Companies and the CPCU Society's inaugural Go-Getter of the Year Award winner. This new award recognizes a CPCU Society member whose professional growth and active engagement best exemplify the spirit of the organization. With over three decades in workers' compensation underwriting, Janice has witnessed the insurance industry's transformation from a traditionally male-dominated field to today's more inclusive and diverse landscape. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation and encouraging young people to consider insurance careers. Janice believes that insurance, at its core, is about helping people. She recently published her first book, Happily Ever Afterlife. In this episode of In the Know, Chris Hampshire and Janice discuss her insurance career, the importance of networking, what it takes to write a book, and how to be a successful go-getter. Key Takeaways Janice's successful career began with college internships and mentorship. The insurance industry is unique and set apart. Positive changes in the insurance industry. Janice's encouraging experience as a female leader. The importance of networking in a…

People in this episode

Host: Chris Hampshire

Guest: Janice Romero

Topics covered

• insurance
• career development
• mentorship
• networking
• diversity in the workplace

Keywords

• Go-Getter of the Year
• workers' compensation
• book publishing
• insurance careers

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Happily Ever Afterlife

Books & works: Go-Getter of the Year, Happily Ever Afterlife, In the Know

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