Apps to De-stress Employees
Stress contributes to employee illness, absence and turnover; and impacts on-the-job happiness, productivity and even safety. Prevention is essential, but regardless of the causes, finding a way to decrease tension and anxiety is easier than ever with apps designed to combat stress. Many are free. Apps that target deep breathing like Breathe2Relax; Stop, Breathe and […]
Can You Be Yourself at Work?
Can You Be Yourself at Work? Depending on the situation, we wear masks – masks to fit what’s going on around us. We may act differently with parents than with friends or associates. Or relate on a different level with your college roommate than with new workplace contacts. Being yourself at work can be a […]
Stretch to Reduce Tension
Stretch to Reduce Tension Staying fit and reducing stress keeps our bodies and minds flexible. Implementation of a Stretch and Flex program can ready employees for the workday and help them distress at their desks. Stretch and Flex Program Every employee can benefit from a Stretch and Flex routine. Encouraging all employees – regardless of […]
What is First Aid? Ask California.
At the beginning of the year (2017), a decision by California’s Insurance Commissioner clarifies the term “first aid” and requires California employers to report first aid and small medical only claims whether the cost of medical treatment is paid by an employer or an insurer. Any cost incurred must be reported regardless of whether the […]
Ask “Why” – Discover the Root Cause of a Workplace Injury
An employee is injured. You have a checklist for what happens next – getting emergency help if needed, filling out insurance paperwork, notifying family, etc. Benjamin Franklin wisely said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Stopping to find out “why” may be the most important prevention tool. When HR managers […]
Tips for Young Salespeople
You have the energy to burn. You’re outgoing and ambitious – and young. So, why aren’t you making sales? According to Ryan Hanley, no one is born to sell. But with the right attitude and knowledge, an inexperienced sales agent can learn to sell. Learning to Sell and Emotional Maturity Learn any way you […]
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 […]