Adjustments in Life Podcast
Alan Olson
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Every year independent insurance adjusters across the nation attempt to create a successful business which is hard to do in an industry that’s ever-changing. This podcast is designed for those who want to explore and understand everything independent insurance adjusting can offer.
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Aug 5, 2022
Getting prepared understanding your Technology
In this episode, Alan and Jason discuss getting ready for the upcoming Hurricane season with the mind set of knowing your technology! Handling claims is more than just inspecting. Knowing what devices and apps to get accustom to in todays adjusting can put you leaps and bounds ahead of the others in your deployment groups. For advise on how to prepare using technology, this is your episode.
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Jul 8, 2022
What every Adjuster should know about working supplements/re-inspections!
In this episode, host Alan Olson discusses what all adjusters should know about handling supplements and re-inspections. There is more to know about it than you think! Even when most adjusters think "re-inspections SUCK!!!", there is a ton of positive that can come from working the tail of a storm as well as working re-inspections. Listen in to hear what every adjuster should know and are not being told.
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Jun 9, 2022
"On the Road" with The Adjustments in Life.
For the first time, we have taken The adjustments in Life Podcast on the road! Host, Alan Olson, deploy's and takes the podcast with him. Jason Dyson joins him on the storm and the two podcast from the center of the event. Alan and Jason discuss what's happening in western Minnesota in the wake of a 3-day hail and wind event that happened on 5/9/22 though 5/12/22. Join the Guys for a rough cut, unedited, on the road episode of The Adjustment's in Life Podcast brought to you by out sponsors TheAdjusterGuy.com and Advance Claims Technologies.
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May 27, 2022
Working multiple Carriers!
In this episode Alan and Jason discuss what its like to handle claims as an IA when asked to work multiple carriers. If you are interested and or wanting to expand on making yourself more deployable, give it a listen.
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Apr 29, 2022
The "Real Deal" about adjusting! Things all Adjusters need to know up front! and, a chance to win free CE's
In this episode, host Alan Olson and Co-Host Jason Dyson share the "Real Deal" about being an insurance adjuster in their first few years of service. This is the episode that speaks of things that nobody wants to talk about in the industry, but that all new adjusters should know coming in. Sometimes the truth isn't what you want to hear, but is necessary in order for you to be successful! This episode could give you the insight to truly know what to expect so that the wild and crazy stories you hear don't fool you to believe it's all roses and champagne. Join us for another conversation. There will also be an announcement for a chance to win FREE CE HOURS courtesy of theAdjusterguy.com.
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Apr 15, 2022
What is the definition of a "Good Adjuster"?
In this episode, Alan Olson breaks down what it means to be a good adjuster. But is being a good adjuster that easy to recognize? Listen to the podcast for a discussion how the perception of "Good" can be evaluated multiple ways. What attributes do adjusters need to consider themselves or their colleagues "good adjusters"? Alan also welcomes on his good friend Mike Fritscher to help discuss the "Good" of what this Friday is all about!
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Apr 1, 2022
ACT PROMO TAKE TWO and Do i have what it takes to be an Adjuster???
In this episode, host Alan Olson apologizes for the technical issues with the ACT promo code and announces that the promo restarts as of today. If you are wanting to get in on the best roof sketch deal of the register now. Alan gets into discussion of what it takes to be an adjuster and how to combat that and come out successful. This is a MUST listen episode!
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Mar 18, 2022
Special Announcement and the best roof diagram deal of the year!
In this episode, host Alan Olson and episode co-host Jason Dyson have a great discussion with the Executive Vice-President of Advanced Claims Technologies Sean Rodgers about what brought him to the industry and how he made a name for himself amongst the firms and carriers. Alan and Sean will announce the sponsorship that ACT has come aboard to support the podcast and Sean will also announce a very special promotion that ACT will be offering listeners of this podcast. Anyone that likes to use geometrical measurements will definitely want listen in to get the best deal of the year!
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Mar 4, 2022
Is it storm season yet?!
In this episode, host Alan Olson and co-host Jason Dyson discuss being anxious and ready to go to work when it's still too early in the season. Are you ready to leave if the call came in today? Join the podcast for a great discussion.
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Feb 18, 2022
The True Importance of Training
In this episode, Alan explains the true importance of taking advantage of the training offered and the impact of what it can do for you when deployed. Alan also explains the training offered at TheAdjusterGuy.com and how you can set yourself apart by taking the courses. If you have struggled with getting deployed or have deployed, failed, and are looking for the right direction to move, this is the episode for you!
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Jan 21, 2022
Dealing with PA's and Contractors
In this episode, Alan and co-host Jason Dyson answer our first mail bag question of the 2022 calendar year. The guys break down the questions presented and explain, after years in the industry, how easy it can be to work with and understand working daily with aggressive contractors or public adjusters. If this is something you have been struggling with or want some insight on these types of situation before you have to approach them, then this is the episode for you!
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Jan 7, 2022
New Year brings new things!
Welcome to 2022! In this first episode of the year show host Alan Olson and co-host Jason Dyson discuss the holiday break, events that have taken place and look into what the new year with their predictions of the weather. The guys close our the episode with a special announcement of whats to come in 2022! Don't miss out on this episode.
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Nov 19, 2021
2021 in a Claim Adjusters Nutshell
In this episode Alan and Co-Host Jason Dyson recap and revisit the entire 2021 claims year. Discussing the years events, trends, highlights and all things adjusters dealt with throughout the 2021 work year. This episode concludes the podcast's first season, Alan and Jason express their gratitude to the listeners that have help make this podcast possible. Listen to this Season finally for information on the upcoming Adjuster Guy courses and when the next Season will start.
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Oct 29, 2021
Re-capping Hurricane IDA , and how a new adjuster handles a CAT 4 storm!
In this episode Alan and Jason recap the in's and out's of Cat 4 storm, Hurricane Ida! Joining the guys is a brand new adjuster Cody Martin sharing his experience of his first deployment (Hurricane Ida) and how he handled the storm.
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Oct 15, 2021
The Key to Success and Sustainability!
In this episode (recorded in early August 2021) Alan and co-host Jason join guest Marcie Fisher to discuss her first year in the industry. Marcie shares her first deployment experience, as well as how she has been able to capitalize on all the things she has learn during this first year. For the brand new adjusters, and even some that have been around and are struggling, this episode is packed with good information relating to things many adjusters will encounter during their first few years in the field. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to hear what Marcie had to say.
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Oct 1, 2021
What IA's need to know about Licensing and Certifications
In this episode Alan and Jason check the mail bag to answer one of the most asked questions in the industry " what licenses and certifications do I need to have?". Alan and Jason not only answer the question, they break it down so that newer adjuster as well as incoming adjusters understand what the benefits are to having different licenses or certification. Keep listening!
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Sep 17, 2021
What it really means to be an Independent Adjuster
In this episode, Alan and Co-host Jason Dyson discuss what it means to title yourself as an Independent Adjuster, what responsibility's come with that title, and the message behind what's expected of you to be a successful. This episode stems from many discussions with some of the industry's leading field managers. For a new adjuster or someone considering getting involved, this could be the information that sets you apart.
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Sep 3, 2021
Crushing your first deployment
In this episode Alan and Co-host Jason Dyson meet with a 1st year adjuster that certified and trained with Alan at The Adjuster Guy school in the spring of 2020. Randon was deployed for the first time in his career to one of the most difficult storms to hit the U.S. in almost 15 years. Randon explains how he took the knowledge of the industry that was shared with him and used it to make himself successful on his first deployment and come out of the storm as a first call list adjuster. Listen in!
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Aug 20, 2021
How IA's make the First Call list
In this episode Alan and Co-Host Jason Dyson explain what it take to be a first call list adjuster. With both Alan and Jason having management experience, they share all the details of what it takes for any adjuster new or seasoned to earn their stripes and be placed on the first call adjuster list with at least one well known IA firm . If the first call list is where you want to be in the industry, this episode is for you!
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Aug 6, 2021
Top 5 things all IAs should avoid
In this episode, Alan and co-host Jason Dyson discuss and breakdown their top 5 things all independent adjusters should avoid doing on their first deployment. During Alan and Jason's combined 30 years of experience in the industry, they have seen lots of new adjusters fail on their first deployments. These top 5 things to avoid could have changed the outcome of those failed deployments. Listen in, this information could be just what you need!
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Jul 23, 2021
Is adjusting fit for a family?
In this episode, Alan's guest is his real life better half, Becky Olson. Together they share how they were able to be successful in this industry all while traveling and working with their five kids on the road. They also discuss the importance of your spouse knowing and understanding the daily life of being on deployment. Can this career work for a family? Listen to find out.
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Jul 9, 2021
Are you Prepared?
In the wake of 2021's first hurricane of the Atlantic hurricane season, Alan talks about how all adjusters can be better prepared for upcoming deployments. Check it out!
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Jun 25, 2021
To RV or Not to RV--That is the Question
In this episode, co-host Jason Dyson returns to discuss with Alan the pros and cons of using an RV or paying for a hotel room while on deployment as an adjuster. If this has been on your mind or you have been contemplating buying an RV, this will be an episode you don't want to miss.
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Jun 11, 2021
Daily claims or CAT adjuster--which is better?
In this episode, Alan answers another common question asked by newcomers to the industry. Have you ever wondered which is the better route to take? Alan explains some of the key differences in being a daily claims adjuster versus being a CAT adjuster. This could be the information you have been needing to better your career.
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May 28, 2021
Claiming your position with the Adjusting Firms
In this Episode Alan speaks of how to gain the upper hand and position yourself at the highest level with the firms when it comes to deployments. Alan reflects on what he did to prove his worth and place himself on the first call list with the many firms he works for. This is an episode for adjusters of all experience levels. Another great podcast you don't want to miss.
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May 14, 2021
How aerial technology can increase your Income.
In this episode, Alan and co-host Jason Dyson sit with Sean Rogers of Advanced Claims Technology to discuss the benefits of what modern technology has done for the claims industry. Sean Rogers explains who ACT is and how adjusters can benefit from using their products.
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Apr 30, 2021
The secret to getting paid for your claims!
Friend, colleague, and co-host Jason Dyson tells his journey of the path he took through his 19 year career, from working staff to transitioning into being an IA. Jason tells us the real secret of how to get paid for your claims.
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Apr 16, 2021
Which path do I take—Staff Adjuster or IA?
In this episode, Alan chats with long time friend Jim Steele, who has spent his career working on the staff adjuster side of claims in addition to working directly with the IA's. They discuss the industry and differences between working as an IA and a staff adjuster. Jim has spent many years in the industry handling many roles within one of the nations largest insurance providers. If you have been curious or thought you may want to work as a staff adjuster, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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Apr 2, 2021
Snow-mageddon in Texas
During this episode, Alan discusses the winter storm that swept through Texas in February 2021. He gives a inside perspective of what the claims were like and shares the feedback he was given from the top industry managers about learning opportunities and key points of what adjusters need to improve on when handling these types of claims. And as a special treat, stay tuned until the very end to hear about what Good Friday means to him.
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Mar 19, 2021
Go slow but hurry up! a conversation with Derek Crumpton
Derek Crumpton has a conversation with Alan and tells his story of starting his career as a staff adjuster for one of the nations largest insurance carriers, leaving the industry to work as a contractor for several years, and then returning to the industry as an independent adjuster. Recorded in December 2020, Derek gives valuable advice as a manager on very unique account and reveals his special secret to how he became a Texas Brisket BBQ champion. Don't miss out!
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Mar 5, 2021
5A's of Adjusting with guest Tim Etheridge
Alan enjoys a conversation with friend, manager, and former co-manager Tim Etheridge. Tim shares the story of his 19 year career in the claims industry and how he worked himself up the ladder from an entry level field adjuster to the senior client manager of a nationwide insurance carrier which is a well known IA firm--Alacrity Solutions. Alan shares stories of the fun times he had with Tim while working along side of him as a field manager and adjuster. This episode is not one to be missed!
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Feb 19, 2021
Vince Gains and all things Hipplock
This episode brings an exciting interview with the inventor and developer of the Hipplock Roof Safety System. Vince Gains, a seasoned veteran among the claims industry, took his years of experience, along with his vast knowledge of construction, and designed an industry leading tool to assist adjusters, roofers, and other roof related businesses in maintaining the highest level of safety possible. Adjustments in Life Podcast host, Alan Olson, along with guest co-host, Jason Dyson, spend time with Vince discussing all things Hipplock.
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Feb 5, 2021
Thoughts from a New Adjuster with Rick Roberson
After nearly a year into his career as an adjuster, former student, Rick Roberson, who was licensed and trained by The Adjuster Guy, sits down with Alan to discuss what it has been like for the new adjuster in the field. In this episode, Rick shares his story of what interested and brought him to the business, what he has experienced in his first year, and all the insight he can offer to other new adjusters working their way into the industry.
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Jan 22, 2021
Robert Moran and a Story of Success
Alan spends time with long time colleague and friend, Robert Moran. Robert is a veteran of the insurance claims industry handling many different roles and currently serves as the Vice President of CAT Claims for Alacrity Solutions (formerly know as Worley). In this episode, Robert shares his achievements throughout his career and gives solid advice of what creates success among adjusters across the industry today.
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Jan 15, 2021
This is Our Story
In this episode, we will be introduced to our host and founder, Alan Olson. Alan is a top adjuster and has been in the field for several years. During his time as an adjuster, he has learned the ins and outs of adjusting and wants to share that knowledge with his listeners. He went from being a common adjuster no one noticed to becoming one of the top adjusters in the nation. In this show, we will hear his story--how he was introduced to the field, how he started, and how The Adjuster Guy went from being a thought in the back of his head to what it is now. In addition to this, we will also hear why creating this podcast and The Adjuster Guy School is so important to Alan and his team.
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Oct 14, 2020
Adjustments in Life Podcast Trailer
Every year independent insurance adjusters across the nation attempt to create a successful business which is hard to do in an industry that’s ever-changing. This podcast is designed for those who want to explore and understand everything independent insurance adjusting can offer.
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