From Injury to Claim- A step-by-step guide to Workers’ Comp
Navigating workers’ comp can seem overwhelming. But like any undertaking, breaking down a project into systematic, digestible chunks can make your task easier and less intimidating. Step 1 When a complaint of pain or an injury occurs on the job, it must be reported to a supervisor or manager. Injuries can be reported by […]
Where You Sit Can Make or Break Your Career
It matters where management puts us. Whether it’s sitting too close to a toxic boss or toxic co-workers, where you land in the organizational seating chart can affect your career. Bad Behavior New research from the Netherlands has established a link between sitting near a manager who displays bad conduct and low productivity. Physical distance […]
You Make One Bad Mistake: Don’t let it ruin your career
One huge mistake can ruin an otherwise stellar career. Recovery will take time. We’re all human and we all make mistakes. Learn from what happened and become a poster child for great employees. According to Forbes, a VitalSmarts survey revealed: 83% of respondents witnessed a huge mistake by a coworker that hurt their career, reputation, […]
Insurance Sales Professionals: “Why” is More Important Than “What”
Have you ever asked yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing? Take time to answer that question and positive outcomes result – in your personal life and your workplace. Business coach and mentor Michael LeJeune thinks that the steps to reaching any goal aren’t as important as why you’re pursuing that goal in the first […]
How Can HR Use Wearable Tech?
As Millennials and Gen Z’s join the workforce in higher numbers, their wearable technology, like fitness trackers, smart watches, and other gadgets tag along into the workplace. Talented Millennials and Gen Zs want to work for technology-literate companies and many are already using wearables in their personal life. Wellness programs that feature wearables are […]
Bullies, Aggressors and Intimidators – Oh My!
Dealing with Workplace Aggression Every year, according to the US Department of Labor, two million workers have endured non-fatal violence in the workplace. Abusers can take many forms. Over 40 percent of bullies are direct supervisors, Over 7% work under the victim, and the rest are co-workers on the same level. Being bullied, controlled or […]
Be a Salesperson Clients Adore
Customers are always the best salespeople. Salespeople who treat customers as partners instead of cash cows get rewarded with return sales and good work-of-mouth. Faith and Passion Show a passion for what you sell. When you sell something you believe in, something that can truly help your client, positive results happen. Be honest and […]
Surviving and Thriving with a Young Boss
Millennials are an integral part of today’s workforce. So, if you’re a Baby Boomer, What do you do when your new boss is much younger than you? First, seek advice. Talk to friends and colleagues who’ve weathered the same issue. The following tips can help you deal with a sticky situation. Reflect Seek advice […]
Does it Work to Play?
It may sound like Opposite World, but more employers than ever are turning to play as a way to boost work performance. You may know about Google’s beach volleyball and scooters, or Twitter’s climbing wall and think playtime is only for tech companies. But more and more companies, especially small businesses, get real and […]
“Good Guys or Bad Guys”: Which Employee Gets Ahead?
Most employers value integrity and sincerity – behavior we think of as “good.” If that’s true, why do we perceive that “bad actors” among us get ahead faster and in greater numbers? Before you simply give up or “join the club” and adopt a Gordon Gecko take-no-prisoners strategy, pause a moment to understand why […]