GROUP INSURANCE IS EXPIRING Dear (Customer Name): As you may recall, ( ) from (Your Agency Name) spoke with you concerning your Group insurance. As you know, we are very interested in working with y...

If you’re a Microsoft Office user who touch-types, you might prefer the keyboard to the mouse for entering commands. However, chances are you wind up using the mouse, because Windows and Office keyboard shortcuts are difficult to remember, and trying to find them is like searching for hidden goodies in a treasure hunt. Once found, though, shortcuts can be invaluable time-savers.

This isn’t a list of every shortcut in Windows and Office. We’ve concentrated on the most helpful and won’t delve into the shortcuts you probably know already, such as those that copy (Ctrl-C), cut (Ctrl-X), or paste (Ctrl-V) objects.

HOME BASED WORKER CHECKLIST The advent of computers, network software, electronic mail, modems and faxes has boosted the popularity of telecommuting or home based working and remote worksites. In ad...

HOW DOES YOUR STAFF LEARN BEST? by Monica Woldring Most people have found that they learn things easiest when using one learning method. For example, in order to learn how to use a computer...

Use this proven method to measure the effectiveness of your clients’ risk management programs.
Loss control programs play a key role in helping your clients manage their risks. Although these programs offer significant benefits, calculating their impact can be difficult.

HOW TO SET UP A PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAM by Bill Grieb STEP ONE: Document your program in your written workplace safety manual. STEP TWO: Perform a public safety analysis. This is done by the Safety M...

Use these seven principles to stay ahead of the pack in any market.
Most businesses fail to achieve their potential because of faulty thinking — which happens when business executives, owners, and managers don’t like news that runs contrary to the pictures inside their heads.

IF THE NICHE FITS: DESIGNING THE NICHE PROGRAM QUESTIONNAIRE by Andy Barile You've done your research and have assessed the potential of a niche insurance marketing program thoroughly....

INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PROGRAMS by Al Diamond Al Diamonds Incentive Compensation Programs (ICP) are blossoming and creating more productive employees who understand that growth and pro...

Many people tend to credit the origin of infomercials to the old, late-night slicer/dicer and Pocket Fisherman commercials. Granted, some tacky infomercials have taken the slicer/dicer format, but the original infomercials began on a higher ground: religion.

Before you haul me off to a padded room, let's define "infomercial."An infomercial is an advertisement for a product or service that has been expanded with information, entertainment, or both to retain the attention of the audience.