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Western & Southern Life

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Avoid like the plague - Registered Representative Western & Southern Life Employee Review

1.0
Apr 21, 2022
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Pros

Their medical benefits are far above average.

Cons

Branch manager albeit knowledgeable, never attempted to share it with anyone else in the branch. “Training” is a nonexistent joke. You are forced to read modules for hours upon hours, but can’t get any real field training. Was told that you get a “quality book of business” to begin working in the beginning to set appointments and make money. There were 31 clients in my “book”, most from when the company was still a debit company, so utterly useless for any sort of money making opportunities, or lead generation. Commissions are far below industry average, and caps placed on upfront commissions for the few decent policy options to offer clients. Absolutely the worst/highest rates for smokers I’ve ever seen. You’ll be promised the world, but it’s all smoke and mirrors. CEO makes over 100 million per year, but doesn’t care in the least about the field sales agents. Most branch and above managers haven’t seen the field in decades, and are completely out of touch. If you’re looking to work in this industry, do yourself and your family a favor, and look somewhere other than Western and Southern. You’ll thank me later.

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5.0
Jun 4, 2026
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Pros

Incredible training. Took me from no knowledge in the industry to being totally prepared quickly.

Cons

Stressful work environment depending on the manager.

3.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

Local office was fantastic. The head of the local agency was a fantastic leader, one of the best I have had. The training program was very hands on. In terms of starting a financial practice with a firm, they have some of the best compensation, with a very strong base.

Cons

HR department is more like police on a different team than on your team. Always seemingly trying to make life harder for reps. Unlike anything I have ever dealt with.

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