Whether you call yourself "rookie," "newbie," or "noob" (the youngsters' version of this word), we've all found ourselves in a new job at one time or another. We may have had peers or coworkers joke with us by saying words like these as terms of endearment … or, better, had them take us under their wings and teach us about our new environment.

The truth is that any advice is helpful when you're entering a new field. New insurance agents understandably feel overwhelmed as they begin navigating the complex world of insurance, sales, customer service and even agency management.

But have no fear! We've compiled a list of some of the best advice for your first day at schoo — er work. It's advice that will apply for years to come, in fact. Down the road, you can use this list as a starting point for your own list of best advice for new (or even seasoned) insurance agents.

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