A Rewarding Career Choice
I am a graduate of Texas A&M University and after graduation I interned for two years in college ministry at Grace Bible Church in College Station, TX.
After the internship came to an end I began my career as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual.
During my college years my roommate was an intern with Northwestern Mutual and he always told me that it was a great company to work for and business to work in. The main reason why I chose to begin this career is from my experience of how these products really help the financial security of a family.
A number of years ago, an agent came to my father to help him plan a way to provide for the financial security of his family. At this time my father's health was great and he was insurable.
My father developed cancer. Because of the strategies that he was able to implement through insurance, he was able to go on disability claim to continue to provide for his family as he was undergoing many cancer treatments.
Although he received these fine treatments, my father passed away due to his cancer in 2005. My mom is able to continue a similar life style that she had prior to the passing of my father because of the strategies they put into place.
Although it was a very sad loss for our family, my father was able to leave a legacy for us and allow our dreams to continue even though he is not able to see them come true.
Being referred to this company by my college roommate, and seeing the effects of insurance on a family in the event of a tragedy, are the reasons why I decided on this career.
The Greatest Reward
The greatest reward I have in this career is when I am able to meet with potential clients for the first time and discover needs they may have and help show them ways to implement strategies so that their needs, and their families, are taken care of.
Overcoming the Challenges
I have found that the greatest challenge to being a Financial Representative is creating my own clientele from scratch. This is not only challenging but very exciting because this responsibility falls on my shoulders and no one else's to find, build and maintain these relationships.
Along the way, I've learned that I enjoy being in business for myself, setting my own schedule and working with families.
Some Career Advice
The impact we make in the lives of our clients and their families is awesome.
The fact that we can meet with a family and help them make informed decisions about their financial future and help them feel confident that their spouse and children would be taken care of and could pursue their dreams even in the event of a tragedy is amazing!
Except for ministry, I cannot think of another career that is as noble as this one.
The Northwestern Mutual Difference
The fact that Northwestern Mutual is a company devoted to their policy owners, and that they exist to serve and do what is best for their clients, is what distinguishes Northwestern Mutual from all other financial businesses in our industry.
Outside of Work
My wife, Jennifer, and I are very involved with our church, Grace Bible Church, in College Station, TX. My wife and I have a six month old son, Rylan, so my time away from work is spent primarily with them. It is very important to our family that we spend time together and with friends.
Matthew Chalmers has been a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 2005. Visit his website to learn more about him, or call Matthew at 979-846-0668.
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