Keri Herlong, CPCU, CIC, CRM, CISR, ACSR, AIM, CIIP, CLP, DAE Do you feel like a fainting goat trying to understand what people mean by “1099 employee”? Relax! This blog was written to keep you from keeling over when trying to determine what this means to policyholders versus what it means to your commercial lines
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Brenda Buck, CPCU, CIC, CPIW Set the Wheels in Motion is an idiom, meaning: to cause a series of actions to start that which will help you achieve what you want. Decide First, decide what you want and decide when you want it. Perhaps you have heard the story about three frogs sitting on lily
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Are you looking to meet other IAIP members to establish stronger, more impactful connections? Are you serious about networking and growing your career? Then the IAIP MasterMind Group is for you! MasterMind Group is open to all IAIP members and sessions will last approximately six months, with the opportunity to renew your involvement at the
By Katharine M. Nohr, JD Movies and television legal shows give the impression that disputes are resolved in dramatic courtroom battles. The reality is that most litigants, insurance companies, and businesses prefer not to put the power of resolving lawsuits in the hands of judges or juries but would rather seek a settlement before trial.
By Dr. Claire Muselman The workers’ compensation industry needs a serious pep talk. Many have lost sight of the original intent of workers’ compensation, to take care of the injured worker. When messaging is added in from the outside world, it appears that everyone is against the injured worker or out to get them, especially
Reprinted with permission from Jon Isaacson The Norms and Expectations of a Strong Culture “Be Excellent to Each Other.” and “And party on dudes.” These quotes are from “The Two Great Ones”, William “Bill” S. Preston Esq. and Ted “Theodore” Logan. You will remember them from their inaugural film, “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure” (1989)
The Special Interest Communities had a great year and have big plans for 2022. There will be more virtual meetings, more opportunities to network, and more options to hear subject matter experts. Remember – all IAIP members are welcome to join one or all the SICs, this benefit is included in your membership dues. This article is
“If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl. But by all means, keep moving.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr. As I reflect on our journey to transformation, I recall those bumps and potholes along the way. I also recall how strong and determined we remained in
By Jackie Hoyt, President/Owner, Hillsboro Title Company It’s an interesting time to be a business leader. Recent research shows that 25% of employees are considering a job change, while 60% of leaders are still feeling daily burnout. From hospitality to retail, many industries are facing record labor shortages. In the title industry, a completely unprecedented