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Taking the Offensive: How to Prepare for a Cybersecurity Threat

Friday, 17 February 2017 12:54
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As the CIA investigates foreign election hacking and huge companies like Yahoo! fall victim to massive security breaches, it’s no wonder cybersecurity is top of mind for a lot of businesses. And the problem is only getting worse – hackers are now beginning to target smaller companies who may be less secure, making practically anyone a potential victim. Forbes is even calling Cybersecurity the biggest concern  of 2017.

You want to make sure your company is prepared in case of an attack, but where do you start? Here are a few suggestions. 
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The Three Cs of Manufacturing Facility Safety

Friday, 17 February 2017 12:53
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Manufacturing is one of the most important, relied upon, and lucrative industries in the world. It is also one of the most dangerous. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 300 work-related fatalities and nearly 400,000 non-fatal injuries each year in the manufacturing sector.

Accidents are expensive. Trained workers are sidelined, outputs are delayed, and production is reduced, all while insurance premiums rise. But the cost of manufacturing accidents is more than just monetary – accidents are devastating, for injured employees, their families, and co-workers. Accidents are an absolute crusher of company morale and job satisfaction, leading to high turnover and lowered productivity. 
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4 Crazy Workers Comp Payouts (and How They Could Have Been Avoided)

Monday, 06 February 2017 14:33
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4 Crazy Workers Comp Payouts (and How They Could Have Been Avoided)

Workers’ Compensation laws differ from state to state, and the courts and boards who interpret those laws have seen some pretty strange things over the years. Just for fun, let’s look at some of the most bizarre Workers’ Comp claims that were actually paid – and discuss how the employer may have avoided them. 
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Why Introverts May Make the Best Insurance Sales People

Monday, 06 February 2017 13:58
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Being an Introvert in the Insurance Sales World

What comes to mind when you hear the word “Salesperson”? It might be a charming man in a slick suit, or a bubbly woman with a fun laugh, or a relaxed jock casually making his or her pitch over a round of golf. 
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