by EHL Insurance | Jun 13, 2019 | Company Culture, HR Strategy
You know it’s important for businesses to have an employee handbook, but you may be wondering how having one in place can benefit both you and your employees. Beyond spelling out company policies and rules, a well-written employee handbook can be a very...
by EHL Insurance | Jun 6, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
Remote work is getting a lot of attention right now. So is oat milk. But that doesn’t mean it’s for everybody. Every business is different, and so is every employee. If you mention working remotely to a group of people, you’ll likely get two distinct...
by EHL Insurance | May 30, 2019 | Leadership + Management
We know what you’re thinking: Did this guy fall or is he just breakdancing? When it comes to evaluating risk at work, things may not always be what they appear. Something you may think is perfectly safe could have hidden risks. And something that...
by EHL Insurance | May 23, 2019 | HR Strategy, Leadership + Management
According to an analysis by Liberty Mutual, the two most expensive causes of workplace injury are overexertion and falls. These two things alone cost employers nearly 23 and a half BILLION dollars last year. But that’s not the only reason to think about raising...
by EHL Insurance | May 16, 2019 | Leadership + Management
Are you one of those people who has an “if only…” section of your closet? You know, a designated spot for those things you loved to wear back in the day and might like to wear again at some point— if only you could figure out how to make them...
by EHL Insurance | May 9, 2019 | HR Admin, HR Strategy
An effectively written employee handbook protects the both the employee and the employer by providing clear, concise terms and expectations on both sides. When done right, this useful HR tool can serve several important functions. Here are some key things a...
by EHL Insurance | May 2, 2019 | Company Culture, Leadership + Management
Providing great client service is a claim that nearly every business makes. However, being able to provide that great service, versus just promising it, is dependent on a number of things being in place. It begins with a definition of what great service means to your...
by EHL Insurance | Apr 25, 2019 | Leadership + Management
Many businesses have jumped on board the strategic planning train, which is great! When done right, strategic planning can help you focus your time, energy and resources, develop your team and processes, and achieve your organizational goals. Unfortunately, there are...
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!...
