by EHL Insurance | Apr 18, 2019 | Company Culture, Leadership + Management
It used to be that marketing consisted of things like TV and radio commercials, billboards, and print ads. And while these things still exist, it’s in a world where countless other marketing tools and outlets are available simultaneously. In this new marketing...
by EHL Insurance | Apr 11, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
You want to get rid of your annual performance reviews— and rightfully so. Nobody looks forward to those stressful, once-a-year meetings. But simply getting rid of annual reviews isn’t a good idea. You’ve got to replace them with something...
by EHL Insurance | Apr 4, 2019 | Employer/Broker Relationship, HR Strategy
Guest blog content provided to Q4iNetwork consultants by freshbenies Love it or hate it, healthcare changes over time— as do the consequences for employers, employees, providers, and patients. Each year, freshbenies attends dozens of conferences,...
by EHL Insurance | Mar 28, 2019 | Company Culture, HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
Some businesses think staying in compliance is all about reducing risk and staying out of trouble. But companies that approach compliance as a way to help achieve their overall business objectives will do far more than avoid fines. They’ll build organizations...
by EHL Insurance | Mar 21, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
Ugh. The dreaded self-assessment! Employees hate filling them out and managers aren’t quite sure what to do with them. Many on both sides will find themselves wondering if employee self-assessments are a useless, redundant activity. If you’re in the yes...
by EHL Insurance | Mar 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
Knowing what risks and exposures your business faces is a good start to building a solid risk management strategy. But just being aware of the threats to your business isn’t enough. Effective risk management requires thinking and planning ahead. Waiting to see...
by EHL Insurance | Mar 7, 2019 | Personal Development
Not many people enjoy writing summaries. Or bragging about themselves online. It’s no surprise that the idea of creating a LinkedIn summary is terrifying to a lot of people, but if you want to establish a professional online presence, that’s a fear...
by EHL Insurance | Feb 28, 2019 | Leadership + Management, Team Development
Did you start your day with a stop at your favorite coffee shop? Let’s stop for a moment and think about the experience— and the reasoning behind it. It’s about more than coffee You could have made your coffee at home, saving time and money in the...
by EHL Insurance | Feb 21, 2019 | Leadership + Management, Marketing + Branding
Is your marketing based on a detailed, well-thought-out strategy and plan? Or are your efforts simply a compilation of random marketing activities you think you should be doing? Random activities will keep you busy for sure, but will they keep you focused and get you...
by EHL Insurance | Feb 14, 2019 | Company Culture, HR Strategy
It’s no secret that many businesses are struggling to find and keep good employees. A common refrain is that this is due to a strong economy and low unemployment rate. And these factors are most certainly at play. But at the end of the day, employees choose to...
by EHL Insurance | Feb 7, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
As healthcare woes continue for businesses and individuals alike, there’s growing sentiment from some benefits brokers that patients just need to become better consumers of healthcare. But there are others who realize it’s not that simple, and who are...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 31, 2019 | HR Strategy, Personal Development
Getting stuff done is great, right? Checking those little boxes feels super productive, and super validating. You’re happy because you’re cooking through your To Do list, and your boss will be really happy because surprise! You’re done already!...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 24, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
We communicate every day in lots of ways. At work. At home. At Starbucks. Most of the time, we do it without a specific plan. And while planning out your communications may sound strange, it can work wonders for your results— especially when you’re talking...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 17, 2019 | HR Strategy
There’s a ton of information out there about how to conduct yourself before, during, and after a job interview, and about 99% of it is geared toward candidates. This is very helpful if you’re looking for advice on how to score yourself a new...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 11, 2019 | HR Strategy
Job seekers spend a lot of time preparing for interviews. Unfortunately, those on the other side of the desk often forget to take this key step. From an HR and business perspective, an investment in preparation before the interview can have a huge ROI. Not only will...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 8, 2019 | HR Admin
Guest blog content provided to Q4iNetwork Consultants by Think HR Question: Our company received a rebate check from our health insurance carrier. As the employer, we pay the bulk of premiums, although employees who enroll for coverage do pay a portion...
by EHL Insurance | Jan 4, 2019 | Leadership + Management
For some people, workplace security means being able to hang onto a job. But for business owners, it means protecting the organization from all kinds of potential threats. When it comes to maintaining a safe, healthy, and profitable workplace, it’s important to...
by EHL Insurance | Dec 28, 2018 | Leadership + Management
When you think about risk management and your business, what comes to mind? Your finances? Your building and equipment? Your insurance policy? These things are all important and worth protecting. But managing your organizational risk is about more than dollars and...
by EHL Insurance | Dec 21, 2018 | HR Admin
Content provided to Q4iNetwork Consultants by Marathas Barrow Weatherhead Lent LLP. On Friday, December 14, a federal judge in Texas issued a partial ruling that strikes down the entire Affordable Care Act (ACA) as unconstitutional. The White House has stated...
by EHL Insurance | Dec 18, 2018 | Employer/Broker Relationship, HR Strategy
Guest blog content provided to Q4iNetwork consultants by freshbenies It’s a sad healthcare reality that more and more Americans are being forced to decide whether they can afford to use their medical plans. And while great brokers and employers...
