Editor’s note: This blog is the first in a series of posts from new adviser Brian Murphy as EBA follows the rookie through his first year in the field.
Here I am at the end of week four in the industry. While majoring in risk management and insurance in college was a great starting point for my career in benefits consulting, I soon realized how little I know about the industry. College education and internship experience was fantastic for conceptual and high-level strategy, but there is so much nuance and detail that just can’t be learned in a classroom or a three month internship. But that’s why I’m here at Willis — to learn!