Celebrating her 26th year in the insurance industry, Meg McKeen, CIC, founded Adjunct Advisors LLC in 2018 with the essential belief that we can do more, and better, to support the professionals who choose a career here. Throughout her own career, working as an underwriter, agent, and leader within the industry, Meg has held a seat at the table during thousands of insurance negotiations. As an independent consultant, Meg now holds space at the crossroads of personal and professional development, for individuals and organizations as they grow their sales and leadership acumen through private coaching, consulting engagements, and the podcast she hosts, Bound & Determined℠. Known for her relatability and storytelling, Meg is a sought after speaker for insurance related conferences and events, as well as a regular columnist for Rough Notes magazine, and Meg's contributions to the insurance industry have been recognized with her inclusion in Insurance Business America's Hot 100 and Elite Women for 2021.

A graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University, Meg is currently a digital nomad in the midst of a thoughtful travel adventure. When she's not supporting insurance professionals, you can find Meg putting the "practice" into yoga practice, searching for the best vegan bakery, or cheering on her favorite independent musicians. Learn more at www.adjunctadvisors.com.

Episode Overview:

• Meg's Industry Journey: From 26 years in insurance, including a pivotal moment of burnout and transition, to founding Bound & Determined.

• The "Bound & Determined" Podcast: Its genesis, purpose to support women in insurance by discussing life beyond the industry, and its evolution into live events and retreats.

• Culture and Connection: The significance of authentic connection and community in professional and personal life, contrasting with corporate environments that can stifle open dialogue.

• Personal Evolution and Success: How personal growth and changing definitions of success shape our professional paths and the importance of honoring that evolution.

• Navigating Change: Strategies for individuals seeking more intentionality and freedom in their careers, even when bound by traditional structures.

• The Human Element in Business: Emphasizing that despite technological advancements like AI, human connection and emotional well-being are paramount for organizational success.

• The Nomad Lifestyle: Meg's experience with a mobile lifestyle and how it has unlocked business opportunities and facilitated personal experiences.

• Advice for Creating Change: Practical steps for embracing curiosity, setting boundaries, seeking supportive communities, and prioritizing action over perfection when launching new ventures.

This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance book series (future-of-insurance.com) from Bryan Falchuk.

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Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.