Erin Devine, benefits specialist at CBG Benefits, is one of Employee Benefit Advisers 2014 Rising Stars in Advising. She shared three tips for young advisers in the field, like other Rising Stars have done throughout the month. The Woburn, Mass.-based adviser says shes noticed younger advisers leading with technology discussions at networking events, rather than insurance. Stay tuned to EBA for more on Devine and our other nine Rising Stars.
1. Keep educating. You must stay current in regards to regulations that impact the industry, Devine says. Things are changing quickly; if a client gets the feeling that you are behind, they will quickly move on to an adviser or broker that is committed to staying up to date and educating them.