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Our agency is hiring a Commercial producer. What web site do you think is the most effective? We tried craigslist.

Have you tried networking at various agent functions? Or asking your underwriters if they know of a good commercial producer looking for a new home? I can personally say I never look at want ads when looking for a job, and I have always found success in personal networking, both when looking for a job, and looking for staff.

You could also consider one of the dedicated insurance placement firms.

As a veteran executive recruiter I'll tell you that it's a really challenging time to find producers in this business. It's a challenging time to find qualified people - period. I've never had any success on Craig's List except at the 1 year experience range and even then their fall off rate has been 200% higher than my normal referral method. Always good to get the word out to your marketing reps, through industry associations, etc. and basic grass roots evangelism.

Best of luck.

Thanks!