I’ve been here for 6 years and brought in tons of new business every year. Let me tell you this as an example.. I brought in 2 million in new business in 2020, and during my review they could not give me a promotion or give me better than a 2% raise/ or increase my bonus. I brought 2 million in NEW business (let’s not forget I bring in all my renewal premiums as well), and you’re telling me I can’t get a better bonus? A promotion? A really good raise? My bonus is 6 grand… 6 grand pre-tax! That’s .003% of the money i brought in new business alone.. let that sink in. Is it that hard to give me idk maybe 2% of the 2 million as a “hey we value you thanks!”
So this year, I didn’t even bother with new business and i bet I’ll get the same result. DO not over achieve it’s not worth it I promise. As an underwriter, focus on your renewals because you will not be rewarded for the extra work it takes to bring in New business.