Thomas M Stock, CLU, ChFC
Financial Representative
Region: Central

Deciding on Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Before becoming a Financial Representative, I was a restaurant manager. I chose this path because I liked working with people and wanted a more rewarding career. I also wanted more control over my direction in life.

The greatest reward is facing new challenges that I may not have had to face in the environment I was in prior. Personal growth is what I appreciate the most. 

The career has its challenges, too, such as merging my attitude of serving people with being a good business man. And early in the career, it’s challenging to keep a constant stream of good quality people in my system.

Along the way, I have learned that I am absolutely right for this career. I am an optimist. I am a good leader.

A Deep Connection
I have had five of my clients pass away. They were between the ages of 32 and 52. Each one of them affected me deeply. I couldn't even begin to convey how I feel about each of those situations.  

Looking Forward
I look forward to still a very long career with lots of challenges.  

Career Advice
We are in a people business. The sooner you can grasp the system of getting a large quantity of good quality introductions, the sooner you will be a success.  

The Northwestern Mutual Difference
The culture of, "the client (policy owner) is who we need to be accountable to," permeates the company, top to bottom.

Outside of Work
I am the past chairman of the board of the Crystal Lake Chamber, and the planning and zoning commissioner in Lake in the Hills, IL. I am president elect, Lake in the Hills Rotary Club, and Crystal Lake Chamber Ambassador, Legislative Committee. I am an active member of the Precision Marching Lawn Chair Dads.

Thomas Stock has been a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 1984. Visit his website to learn more about him, or call Thomas at 815-444-3766.