This past spring, some businesses across the nation were shuttered by local and government mandates as they were considered “non-essential” businesses.” Bars, salons, retail establishments, and any business that was not otherwise deemed as “essential” was closed. Exceptions included businesses like grocery stores, pharmacies, and “essential” health facilities. The shuttered businesses, their owners, and employees were… [Read More]

Ransomware is a type of malware denying users access to data until a ransom is met. It can affect any individual or organization due to visiting an infected website or clicking on a suspicious email. Ransomware is powerful, and it can prevent businesses from viewing anything from supply spreadsheets to configuring hospital bills for patients…. [Read More]

Insurance brokers have a lot on their plate. They must manage the producers and agents working within their brokerage. They must make sure everything is in place to ensure their agents are successful at their job. To remain successful, insurance brokers must maintain certain habits. These habits help shape the broker, as well as the… [Read More]

The one online retailer giant that many other companies fear in terms of competition would have to be Amazon. What started as a simple online bookstore has branched out into various industries. Now the company has made a global name for themselves and is a fierce competitor with other retail giants such as Target and… [Read More]

Marketing strategies in the age of the internet are difficult to develop. Many insurance brokers look for the best ways to find the most potential clients. While the concept sounds great in theory, using a broad strategy without targeting a core group can lead to useless insurance leads. This strategy is known as the shotgun… [Read More]

Insurance Brokers See a 19% Hike in Commercial Insurance in Q2 According to Marsh’s Global Insurance Market Index for Q2 in 2020, there was a 19% increase in the average global commercial insurance. This data shows the most significant yearly growth over the past eight years and the eleventh quarter in a row where prices… [Read More]

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered how many industries do business, and the art world has been no exception. Auction houses and private sales have predominantly moved online, while other art collections have chosen to halt sales until the pandemic safety measures are lifted. For insurance brokers, the changes that COVID-19 has brought to the world… [Read More]

Insurance brokers have a difficult job. They must manage selling insurance and manage agents, an agency, and make sure everyone is compliant with ever-changing laws. It is easy for brokers to forget why they got into the business in the first place. Instead, they can get so caught up in the day-to-day grind and forget… [Read More]