When you call a meeting, do your employees sigh or even openly complain about it being a waste of their time? If so, you’re not alone. Meetings have earned a reputation for draining energy and productivity rather than fueling progress. But what if... (Read More)

It's no secret that communication is key when it comes to running a successful business. Whether you’re leading a small startup or managing a large enterprise, effective communication can make or break your organization’s productivity, morale... (Read More)

As a commercial insurance professional, you understand the value of work that is both important and complex. You don’t have a lot of time to explore alternate business models and opportunities for new revenue streams - and for good reason. The... (Read More)

In a world inundated by online reviews, an insurance agent can have an advantage—or a disadvantage—before they ever pick up the phone or step into a meeting. Long before a customer interacts with you, they’ve already done their homework... (Read More)

Diversification is an important concept for individuals and companies alike, and it’s an important part of our business model, too. If you’ve ever taken a look at your 401(k) statement, for example, you know your retirement savings are invested... (Read More)

We all have some people that we just don’t get along with. But when people who work together have continual clashes over a long time, it can affect the whole workplace. Continuing personal conflicts can have serious impacts in the workplace... (Read More)

The world has changed quite a bit since insurance services were first conceived. Yet, the model on which the insurance industry is based upon has remained static. It is all a matter of risk protection. Without proper risk protection, skyscrapers... (Read More)

Financial services are integral to the business of insurance companies, wholesalers and other organizations. Yet it’s easy to stick with the status quo rather than thinking outside the box. After all, financial services are the bread and butter of... (Read More)

We all know that creating a healthy corporate culture is important, especially in today's employment climate. But what exactly does a healthy corporate culture mean? Let's dive a little deeper and look at how companies can cultivate a healthy... (Read More)