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Personal Lines Insights | January 2024
The cold temperatures of winter can be more than unpleasant. Many conditions related to frigid conditions, such as frostbite, can have significant consequences for your health.
Live Well Newsletter | January 2024
As the holidays end, some people give up alcohol for “Dry January.” The month-long wellness challenge can serve as a reset after overindulging during the holidays or an opportunity to reassess one’s relationship with alcohol. While a month of sobriety can seem overwhelming to some, it comes with many advantages.
Live Well, Work Well | January 2024
As a new year begins, you may be reflecting on the past year. This introspection is a significant first step toward selecting a New Year’s resolution to help you grow as a person. Many New Year’s resolutions fail by mid-February due to a lack of self-discipline, with only 1 in 5 people sticking with them all year. That’s why setting yourself up for success when choosing a resolution is important.
8 Tips for Modernizing Hiring in 2024
As talent acquisition continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for organizations aiming to attract and retain top-tier talent. Last year highlighted labor shortages, looming retirements and a demand for evolving skills. As 2024 begins, the traditional hiring approaches are being reshaped by technology, remote work dynamics and shifting employee expectations.
What to Do After a Car Accident: Your Essential Guide
Being in a car accident can be a scary and stressful experience. Even minor fender benders can leave you feeling shaken up or even cause you to suffer from post-traumatic stress. However, if you've been in an accident, there are important steps you should take immediately that will help to protect yourself, comply with the law, and start the claims process.
Getting the Most Out of Your 2024 Open Enrollment Communications
Open enrollment is a crucial period for both employers and employees. It’s when employees can make important decisions about their benefits and an opportunity for employers to engage with their workforce effectively. As organizations continue to adapt to evolving workforce needs and changing regulations in 2024, open enrollment communication becomes more critical than ever.
Attracting Employees for On-site Positions
Of 1,000 company decision-makers surveyed by Resume Builder, about 90% plan to implement return-to-work policies by 2024. Although there are numerous benefits to having employees work in person, such as improved company culture and increased opportunities for collaboration and relationship development, pressuring employees to return to in-office work can increase turnover issues and harm recruitment efforts.
Navigating Your Healthcare Options: A Guide to Choosing the Right Healthcare Plan
Health insurance is a critical component of our financial and physical well-being. It provides a safety net for unexpected medical expenses, ensuring that we have access to quality healthcare without breaking the bank. In fact, even our government is looking for ways to make healthcare coverage more expansive and affordable for everyone.
Live Well Newsletter | December 2023
Shorter days in winter can trigger seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a recurring form of depression associated with reduced sunlight. SAD is extremely common, affecting millions of Americans every year. Individuals in northern parts of the country, where there is less daylight, are generally affected more by SAD.
Building a Mental Health-friendly Company Culture
In the evolving landscape of the modern workplace, recognizing mental health as a cornerstone of employee well-being has become increasingly imperative. A company culture that prioritizes mental health contributes to the overall happiness and satisfaction of employees, enhances productivity and fosters a resilient, high-performing workforce.
Live Well, Work Well | December 2023
If the holiday shopping season stresses you out, you’re not alone. Research by financial services company Bankrate revealed that more than half (54%) of holiday shoppers expect to feel financially burdened this holiday season as they anticipate overall high costs.
Amazon Offers Primary Care to Prime Members for $99 a Year
Amazon recently announced that it will offer Amazon Prime subscribers discounted One Medical memberships for an additional $9 per month ($99 annually). This announcement comes roughly one year after Amazon purchased One Medical, a virtual and in-person primary care service.
Medicare 101
If you’re nearing retirement age, or are over 65 and still working, you may have questions about Medicare. Read on for the information you need to know.
Recruiting and Hiring Winter and Holiday Seasonal Employees
Winter is the busiest time for many organizations. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, retailers added 509,300 jobs during the 2022 holiday season alone. Many employers hire seasonal workers to help manage the demands of the holiday season. For example, online retailers often see a surge in activity around the holidays, as do organizations in hospitality.
Do I Need Professional Liability Insurance?
Professional liability insurance, also known as errors and omissions (E&O) insurance, is an important consideration for many professionals. This type of insurance provides protection against claims that your professional advice or services caused financial loss to a client. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what professional liability insurance is, who needs it, its key benefits, and tips for getting adequate affordable coverage.
Understanding Dietary Supplements
A 2022 survey by the Council for Responsible Nutrition found that 75% of Americans take dietary supplements. The popularity of vitamins and other supplements shows that the American public is generally interested in dietary supplements, which can be paired with diet and exercise to improve overall health.
Live Well Newsletter | November 2023
November is American Diabetes Month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that over 37 million American adults have diabetes, and 1 in 5 don’t know they have it. Diabetes is a medical condition that alters how your body processes nutrients for energy. The food you consume is converted into sugar, known as glucose, which is then released into your bloodstream.
Helping Employees Navigate Rising Health Care Costs
Employers continue to struggle with rising health care costs and providing employees with affordable and quality care options. Unfortunately, employers expect health care costs to increase significantly in 2024, according to several industry surveys and reports.
Workplace Flexibility as a Reasonable Accommodation
In recent years, more employers have become adaptable to remote and hybrid work environments. While some employers have continued to embrace flexible work arrangements, many are requiring employees to return to in-person work. Even though some organizations do not offer flexible work arrangements, there may be situations when they need to allow workers flexibility as an accommodation under various employment laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Fertility Benefits Can Boost Employee Attraction, Retention and Productivity
Work and family are traditionally two of the most significant aspects of an employee’s life. Unfortunately, family planning doesn’t always go as intended. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 6 people struggle with fertility issues. This can make the journey to parenthood costly, stressful and challenging. So, it’s not surprising that stress from family planning often impacts employees’ work performance.