Comments for Uncovered UK - Roger Edwards talks protection.

Comment on Is it time for GRiD to spread its wings into Individual Protection? by Steve Herbert

Steve Herbert — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:49:25 +0000

I have to agree with many of Edmunds comments.

One of the biggest failings of the UK Employee Benefits industry is the regular trend of experts ‘talking their book’, rather than trying to meet the needs of the end user (be that an individual or employer).

Most of the industry’s effort goes into recycling existing cover, rather than extending the cover across new groups. Urgent action is needed to address this.

Comment on 5 tips for a successful financial year by Roger Edwards

Roger Edwards — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:52:56 +0000

Thanks Adrian – a good point.

Comment on 5 tips for a successful financial year by Adrian Philips

Adrian Philips — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:22:04 +0000

Good article Roger.

At point 2, for those of us who cannot afford an IFA perhaps a pointer to the MAS site should also be included.

The more people who have protection in place the better!

Comment on A Hole Load of Sales Ideas by George Fortune

George Fortune — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:03:42 +0000

Well I haven’t heard of the polo principle before but I like it.

And the What If game is so simple and powerful. Good ideas I will use.

Comment on Download the White Paper and Watch the video highlights by Maryam Khorsandi

Maryam Khorsandi — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:33:40 +0000

Great debate! Simpler products and somehow increasing consumer awareness of the likelihood and survival rate should they be diagnosed of a critical illness will go a long way. A central hub for unbiased protection guidance and advice is also a great idea!!

Comment on Download the White Paper and Watch the video highlights by Andrew Canice

Andrew Canice — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:02:52 +0000

It’s good to see a provider bringing the industry together to debate this. The White Paper is excellent. But what next…?

Comment on Lessons from Selling The Big Issue by Roger Edwards

Roger Edwards — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:39:51 +0000

Good points Andrew. I’m sure TBI has some great salesman. I’ll be sure to listen to what the better ones in Edinburgh say in their pitch.

Comment on Lessons from Selling The Big Issue by Andrew Howe

Andrew Howe — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:00:34 +0000

Well I’ve bought loads of Big Issues – usually only one a week but 3 has been known! I’ve even bought one in Edinburgh, though I’m based down south.

I can only assume you’ve been unlucky; Big Issue sellers are required to observe a strict code of conduct and, in my experience, almost always do. John Bird has installed a fantastic ethos at TBI. My main seller (Steve at Charing Cross) will, unknown to him, often manage to put my minor gripes in context with his positive outlook on life.

So, go on, buy one a week. It’ll be good for you (and them). And even with the recent price increases it’s cheaper than term assurance.

Comment on Critical Illness Summit a great success by Roger Edwards

Roger Edwards — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:39:01 +0000

Just seen a draft of the White Paper produced by John Lappin of the Summit. It’s a great read and will be available shortly.

Comment on Where does the future of critical illness lie? by Roger Edwards

Roger Edwards — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:39:56 +0000

Thanks for your questions Alun. We’ll be sure to consider them for the event. In the meantime, please do follow or use our hashtag of #FutureofCI to see what others are saying.