Connecticut Business Insurance: Wellness Programs Cut Costs Wellness programs are Connecticut business antidotes to increased workers compensation rates, and higher healthcare costs. As Connecticut business owners prepare to absorb even higher healthcare costs with the Affordable Care Act, companies are looking for ways to offset costs elsewhere. One of those strategies is implementing wellness programs. A recent survey conducted by … Read More
Connecticut Retirement Planning
Connecticut Retirement Planning People are living longer. It’s great. We are reaching old age in better health and increasingly can look forward to long, happy lives. But the extra years can be extra cost- how does living longer affect retirement planning? Over the past 170 years, in countries with the highest life expectancies, the average lifespan has grown approximately 2.5 … Read More
Connecticut Business Insurance: Commercial Continuation Plans
Connecticut Business Insurance: Commercial Continuation Plans Hurricane Sandy was devastating. As part of the recovery effort, it is imperative that business owners take the time to improve their businesses now to better protect their safety and mitigate risk in the future. The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety recently had several recommendations for how to protect against future extreme … Read More
How to Protect Your Fine Art Collection
How to Protect Your Fine Art Collection Major storms such as Hurricane Sandy are continuing to increase in frequency and severity. It’s a wake up call for art collectors and planners. As these extreme storms threaten their collections, art collectors need to be vigilant about devising emergency evacuation plans and inventory management systems for valuable works of art. How to … Read More
Business Insurance: Technology Distractions in the Workplace
Business Insurance: Technology Distractions in the Workplace The day of a desk with just a single computer is no longer. Smartphones laden with apps, tablets, Kindles, and multiple desktop screens have taken multi-tasking to a whole new level. These are great improvements, but how much are we distracted by them? Are they really worth it? The Wall Street Journal recently … Read More
Flood Insurance: Rethinking Coastal Living?
Flood Insurance: Rethinking Coastal Living? Homeowners in New York and New Jersey are still struggling to repair homes and businesses damaged by Hurricane Sandy. However, aside from clearing all the debris, there is something else to consider when rebuilding; the impact of the storm on coastal living and flood insurance. It has led many to question the wisdom of building … Read More
Exotic Car Insurance: Why Do Exotic Autos Need Specialized Insurance?
Exotic Car Insurance: Why Do Exotic Autos Need Specialized Insurance? Exotic and collector cars go far beyond just a means of transportation. They are often the fulfillment of a lifelong dream, or a prized possession. And, like any prized possession, you want to get the best protection possible. The cost of auto insurance varies widely across the map. The difference … Read More
Employee Benefits: The Anatomy of the Workspace
Employee Benefits: The Anatomy of the Workspace Most Americans spend 8.6 hours a day working. It is the number one activity in our day, followed at a close second by sleeping, which sadly only constitutes 7.6 hours. We spend a large chunk of our lifetime at work. How and where we work, is a central part of our day. But … Read More
Best Office Design Tips
Best Office Design Tips American workers spend almost 90 percent of their lives indoors. A significant portion of that is in their designated office space. The design and layout of your company, when conscientiously thought out, can boost productivity and collaboration. Here are a few tips from Mashable on what constitutes great office design. It’s worth the additional cost. You … Read More
Stay Home When Sick: Flu Epidemic
Stay Home When Sick: Flu Epidemic Flu season is out in full force It’s hit unprecedented levels in almost every state across the country. Now, more than ever, it is time to hammer in a simple truth that business owners should pass on to their employees. If you’re sick, stay home. There are many honorable reasons why your employees come into … Read More