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For the Insurance Professional: Actions Speak Louder Than Words

For the Insurance Professional: Actions Speak Louder Than Words But words still matter By Gene Strother “Actions speak louder than words.” Original source unknown “He was a man of few words.” Who knows who said it first? It has been the eulogy of many fine fellows. “Speak softly and carry a big stick.”  President Theodore […]

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Five Character Traits of the Successful Catastrophe Adjuster

Five Character Traits of the Successful Catastrophe Adjuster By Gene Strother I recently engaged in the following conversation with a former colleague from another industry. “So, what’s it like to be a catastrophe adjuster?” he asked. “It’s like everything else,” I answered. “You have to work at it to make it work. “Yeah, but what’s […]

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Anatomy of a Storm: How to Navigate a Hurricane Assignment as an Independent Claims Adjuster

Anatomy of a Storm: How to Navigate a Hurricane Assignment as an Independent Claims Adjuster By Gene Strother President, Adjust U Vice President, Mid-America Catastrophe Services As an independent claims adjuster, navigating the aftermath of a hurricane can be both a demanding and rewarding experience. Homeowners count on your expertise and professionalism during some of […]

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Why should I attend the 2024 Mid-America Catastrophe Services Claims Conference?

Perhaps this question is on your mind, or maybe I just put it there. At any rate, I am glad you asked. The 2024 Mid-America Catastrophe Services Claim Conference As a claims professional, I have attended many industry conferences over the years, from those hosted by independent adjusting firms like Mid-America to broader industry conferences […]

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How do I know if adjusting is right for me?

Not long ago, I spoke to a class of claims-adjusting hopefuls. They were preparing to take the Texas All-Lines Adjuster Test that very afternoon, after spending three days preparing. They had so many questions for me about how to launch a career, get on the roster of an independent adjusting firm, how to best prepare themselves for […]

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Ready, Set…Go! The Mid-America Catastrophe Services 2023 Readiness Guide for the CAT Adjuster

I recently asked key members of the Mid-America Catastrophe Services executive, deployment, account management, and CAT teams to share their thoughts on the top five things each catastrophe adjuster should do to prep for hurricane season. Following are their responses. Zack Meadows, Partner/CEO Make sure you have a good operational computer. Make sure you have […]

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Let’s hear it for the Betio Bastards! Or, what can the catastrophe adjuster learn from military slogans?

There are few for whom I have more respect than soldiers. Those men and women who choose to put themselves to the test in unimaginably difficult ways under extreme conditions, who risk life and limb in the service of their country, and who stand guard over liberty have my highest respect and deepest thanks. I, […]

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Adjust U assists a corporate person’s transition to independent claims adjusting

We have talked before about the 5-star experience for the Adjust U learner. We have heard from students who have come to us at various stages in their life and from different walks of life. Some are straight out of high school or college, launching a career. Some are early in their career path and […]

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7 Habits of Highly Effective Field Claims Adjusters

At Mid-America Catastrophe Services, we are privileged to work with some of America’s best field and desk claims adjusters. Our top performers work as much as they want and earn six figures annually. More importantly, they are good people. They are empathetic, energetic, and efficient. They are effective because they have developed important habits that […]

    Founded in America’s heartland in 1980, Mid-America Catastrophe Services has an established track record of quality and integrity in daily and catastrophe claim management. Headquartered on the Gulf Coast since 2013, we retain the commitment to excellence that has been the cornerstone of our company for more than 30 years.

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