Maintaining Your Network

Having good mentors and a strong network can make or break you. But have you ever taken the time to consider whether or not you are a good mentee?

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been disappointed on a number of occasions when someone I’m trying to help never follows up to let me know how things turned out. Or, they asked for my assistance, and I willingly gave it, only to find they never took advantage of what I did for them.

Risk management isn’t limited to operations, finance, or within manufacturing facilities; there are risks to be aware of within physical office buildings and for office workers.

Tripping Hazards

Hunting accidents on vacant land can lead to a number of legal liability concerns. Homeowners with vacant land or farmland with exposures to third-party hunters should take a variety of measures to mitigate their exposure. Thus, consider the following recommendations if you own property with this exposure.

Recently I asked several executive coaches I know – Tony Hutti, Pat Frazier, and Bruce Gobdel – what traits they observed in the very best leaders. I was curious if the top executives shared some common qualities.

As I put this post together, I began to see it as a leadership check-up of sorts. It also became apparent to me that I need a little work done myself. As you read it, I challenge you to perform your own diagnostic check and commit to making the necessary repairs.

One of the most common questions for homeowners’ insurance coverage is the difference between market value and rebuild cost. The two are not directly related.

Insurance companies base your premium on the cost of rebuilding rather than the value of the home. Knowing how to differentiate between the two can make a difference in the amount you receive in the event of a disaster.

The reason for insurance, both business and personal, is to help us protect what matters most. However, simply having insurance is not enough when it comes to making and resolving a claim. Effective claims can save you money, ensure sufficient compensation, and minimize disruption to normal operations.

As the countdown to January 1^st continues, employers must continue to prepare for the changes that must be made to comply with the Health Care Reform.

Key values can propel you or your organization to success. They span time, companies, and industry. Here are seven that have served me well.

Over the last 40 years, the digital age has dawned, and profoundly changed the modern society. As a business that is concerned about risk management, staying on top of the emerging risks is a necessity, but the mind boggling speed of technological advancement has made this difficult. With a modern business relying so much on technology, it is then imperative that every effort is made to manage the risks of a digital age.

Health Care Reform continues to be a highly debated topic. A recent New York Times/CBS News poll stated that 47% of their respondents still oppose the law, while just 36 % approve. At this point the biggest issue is the confusing mix of messages that are found in the media, on the internet, discussed at the water coolers, and shared among all Americans.