Providing insurance for nonprofits and social services
Looking to broaden your customer base to include nonprofits and social services organizations? Smart move – while nonprofits have their own unique risks, it is also a softening market that has a lot to offer. However, the competition for coverage can be pretty fierce. As an agent, what can you offer a nonprofit in order […]
Introducing the World’s Top Green Companies (and why their example is more important than ever)
In 2016, sustainable business practices and clean energy are more important than ever. From recycling and waste reduction to pollution prevention and responsible sourcing, recent movements towards green practices isn’t just a trend; it’s the new normal for some of the biggest and best companies in the world. The first-ever “Clean 200” list, a third-party ranking […]
Employee Wellness
A healthy workforce is a happy and efficient workforce. Healthy employees have fewer sick days and may be less likely to become injured on the job. Employers who recognize the importance of their employees’ health are taking measures to ensure that the people who work for them take care of themselves. Healthy people aren’t just healthy […]
The Evolving Workplace
When your grandfather went to the office, he had a heavy black phone on his desk that rang with an actual bell inside. He rolled carbon paper into his typewriter to make copies, or used the mimeograph machine if multiple people needed to read his report. There was a water cooler in the corner, everyone […]
Food trucks are fun, but are they fun to insure?
One of the hippest and fastest-growing trends in casual dining is mobile food services – more commonly known as the food truck. Food trucks have experienced explosive growth in the past three years, and the amount of new businesses opening in the past year is up 15%. Outdoor events such as farmer’s markets and […]
The Construction Industry: Sales Tips for Insurance Agents
The construction industry is a great niche market for insurance agents. These specialty clients have a variety of needs – from surety bonds and workers’ compensation insurance to coverage on property, equipment, and commercial vehicles. However, the market is also saturated with agents attempting to make their pitch with tactics like low short-term pricing and slashed […]
Workplace Terrorism – Preparing for the Worst
From Charlie Hebdo to Pulse Nightclub, stories of terrorism and mass shootings have, sadly, dominated the global airwaves in 2016. Perhaps the most frightening part of this violence? People have the greatest chance of becoming a victim of a mass shooting when they’re simply going to work. According to a 2013 study, 70% of U.S. […]
Insured Solutions’ East and West Coast Meetings Were a Success!
The end of July and beginning of August brought forth our annual East and West Coast meetings. Our meetings are always a great time to regroup, go over end of the year ideas and strategies and of course, have a little fun! Thanks to a great team, we’re looking forward to even more success in […]
Microaggressions: How to Reduce Inadvertent Racism and Misogyny in the Workplace
The term “microaggression” was coined by a Harvard psychiatrist back in the 1970s, but you’ve probably only heard the term for the first time within the past few years. That may be because recent movements such as Black Lives Matter and the modern Feminist movement have helped start a national conversation about racism and misogyny […]
How to Keep Pokémon Go from Jeopardizing Workplace Safety
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about Pokémon GO, seen it being played, or maybe are even a trainer yourself. Since its July release, the popularity of this app-based augmented reality game has seemed to only rise. However, unlike other distracting and addicting smartphone games, the premise of Pokémon Go is to, […]