Workplace Conflict: Dealing With Drama (and Preventing It in the First Place)

Every workplace has its share of drama. From serious issues like harassment to annoyances like cutting in the bathroom line, and every disagreement in between, it can be a challenge to diffuse these situations without adding more fuel to the fire—especially if you find yourself right in the middle of the battle.

Fortunately, there are many conflict management techniques that may help get you out of a sticky situation, as well as tools and guidelines to put in place that can help prevent arguments and conflict throughout your organization. 
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Three Reasons Workers’ Comp Insurance Is On the Rise

In recent years, the U.S. has seen pretty flat loss costs within workers’ compensation premiums and even a slight decline in claims costs. For the time being, this has meant lower premiums for your clients. But a recent study predicts that will soon change.

A Hartford, Connecticut-based investment firm released a report last year that showed a few reasons why workers’ compensation underwriters can expect to see loss costs increase—and why your clients may see workers’ comp insurance premiums rise. 
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What Is a PEO and Why Should My Clients Use One?

Your clients know that Human Resources play an important role in any organization. They may even realize that fluidity in HR practices can allow their organization to stay ahead of market forces. However, they probably also know that creating smart HR processes and executing them well takes time and expertise. This is particularly true if the organization has some amount of workforce challenges, such as high turnover or high risk for on-the-job injuries.

If this sounds like your clients, you may want to relay to them the benefits of hiring a PEO. 
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Three Reasons Workers’ Comp Insurance Is the Rise (and What You Can Do About It)

In recent years, the U.S. has seen pretty flat loss costs within workers’ compensation premiums, and even a slight decline in claims costs. For the time being, this has meant lower premiums for businesses. But a recent study predicts that will soon change.

A Hartford, Connecticut-based investment firm released a report last year that showed a few reasons why workers’ compensation underwriters can expect to see loss costs increase—and why businesses may see workers’ comp insurance premiums rise. 
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