Life insurance sales representative

Abstract

The Life Insurance Sales Representative Work Sample will consist of various headings. These headings will include an introduction, instructions to the evaluator, administration procedures, scoring, insight, development data, and construction data. The Work Sample will consist of separate sections that an evaluator can use to determine the skills and aptitudes of individuals expressing an interest in sales related fields. In the Dictionary of Occupational Titles a code of .257 for Data-People-Things was assigned, that would indicate the job requires average to above average aptitudes. Required reading, math memorization, and communication skills may be needed to perform this work sample. Prior to administering the Work Sample the evaluator will have an opportunity to present materials to each individual about related professionals and similar jobs. Besides determining an interest in the area of sales, you will also e able to find other valuable information that may help an evaluator draw a conclusion. Some of this information would include communication skills, eye hand coordination, ability to read charts, follow instructions, use a calculator, and retain information. Data from the Work Sample may be gathered by observing an individual during the administration and checking the completed work for accuracy. This is a Work Sample that if used accurately will provide the evaluator with a valuable tool to use with individuals who have expressed an interest in the area of sales. It will also provide to the person being evaluated an idea if he or she would truly be interest in this area of employment.