Munich Re sees no big snow hit in Europe
January 9th, 2010
“The storms and snowfall forecast for the weekend are not likely to cause major insured losses,” the world’s largest reinsurer said in a statement.
“Although snow breakage and heavy icing are being predicted, record events …
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At Home Product Demonstrator Liability Insurance
January 8th, 2010
With a constantly evolving consumer retail sector as a result of technology and corporate marketing efforts, businesses are finding new ways to get consumers to buy, even in tough economic times. While many consumers are still shopping, most are just shopping less and saving more, which means that businesses need to get smarter about how they market their products. One of the best ways to engage potential customers is with a hands on product demonstration, which is why home demonstrations remain one of the most cost effective ways to market since there is no need for retail space and sales reps are driven by commission.
While this is a great way to make money, it also comes with a certain level of risk since as a home product demonstrator, you will be visiting other people’s homes without always knowing them very well. W
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Five Traits of a Leader
January 8th, 2010
Leaders are usually quite a bit different than the people around them. They have certain traits that make them stand out above the crowd. Often, these traits may go unnoticed by many. The true leader is able to lead without carrying a heavy stick. Here are five traits of a leader, in no particular order.
Good Leaders Listen
The perfect leader spends a great deal of time listening to those around them. Many bad leaders try to run the show alone, and are unwilling to listen to the ideas of others. A good leader knows when to be quiet and just listen.
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Wednesday fun for Insurance Professionals
January 7th, 2010
Your intrepid Guide, always looking for material and relevant news about business insurance, came across something that only true insurance gurus and geeks (ahem, professionals) would enjoy. It is mid-week, after the holidays, and seems to be a good time to post about something entertaining.
Hulu.com posted a movie made in 1936 called “Lloyd’s of London.” Yes, it is a movie about the founding of Lloyd’s. Tyrone Power plays Jonathan Blake and through war and romance he helps establish Lloyd’s. As a history buff, I can tell you that the movie is only loosely based on real events.
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Hanover names former AIG executive to financial post
January 4th, 2010
Mr. Bensinger has held several leadership positions in the insurance industry during his 30-year career, including senior roles with Chartwell Re Corp., Trentwick Group Ltd. and Combined Specialty Group Inc. He joined AIG as vp and treasurer in 2002, was appointed executive vp and CFO in 2005, and left AIG in 2008.
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The Hartford Helps Women Recovering From Breast Cancer
January 4th, 2010
The Hartford, celebrating its bicentennial this year, is providing sponsorship to an organization known as Casting for Recovery. With these funds, the non-profit will be able to expand its current 27 state program to all 50 states.
The idea is that “casting,” or fly fishing is a form of mental and physical therapy. Casting for Recovery was started by a breast surgeon who loved fly fishing and who recognized both the physical and emotional benefits the sport and its natural setting can provide to women in recovery. Two-and-a-half day retreats combine fly fishing lessons as well as counseling and education and are provided at no cost to participants.
The Hartford has been a primary sponsor since 2006.
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