Preparing for Change in the New Year
Posted: December 19, 2024
A new year is upon us when we traditionally make resolutions about our health and plans—but what about resolutions for your business? The New Year is an ideal time to embrace growth opportunities and consider canceling programs that failed to produce results in 2024. Look at Where You Are At As the year comes to a close, it is time to take stock of how...
Preventing Package Theft
Posted: December 16, 2024
If you do a lot of online shopping during the holiday or year-round, be aware of the growing threat of package theft. Package thieves, also known as “porch pirates,” have become so brazen that some will even tail delivery drivers to swoop up packages the minute they are gone. In a recent year, over 260 million packages were stolen across the U.S., costing consumers millions...
Retain Top Talent with Retirement Plan Vesting Schedules
Posted: December 13, 2024
Your people are your most valuable resource, but how do you keep the stars in your company from moving on? Fostering employee loyalty in a hybrid and work-from-home environment could require more effort. Several strategies can inspire greater loyalty from the employees you want on your team. One effective method for incentivizing your employees is a well-structured vesting schedule. How Vesting Works “Vesting” means to...
Winter Weather Preparedness for Small Businesses
Posted: December 4, 2024
Winter weather can take a heavy toll on small businesses. The risks posed by storms, slippery walkways, and power outages can lead to financial losses. Taking steps to prepare your company and employees for the winter season can minimize business disruptions and claims filed for slip-and-fall accidents. The best overall advice is to be proactive. Evaluate any risks on the property to determine where problems...
Safety Tips for Online Shopping
Posted: December 1, 2024
It is that time of year again. Whatever holiday you celebrate, Americans nationwide go to their favorite online retailers to buy holiday decorations, party supplies, and gifts to make the season merry and bright. The convenience of the internet is hard to resist, but the freedom and flexibility of online buying come with some grave risks. Cybercrime is on the rise. In a recent year,...