HR and Staffing

Many employers think higher wages are the answer to their retention problems—but better employee benefits could keep highly skilled workers around longer.

Is the independent insurance system prepared to fill the perpetuation gap? Industry leaders debate the issue.

Millennials bring a new sense of connectivity to their professional pursuits thanks to the “always on” mentality of constant interaction with peers, associates, newsfeeds, blogs and information.

According to a recent report, by the end of this decade, Social Security and Medicare will start spending more than they receive in tax revenues. Helping your clients save for retirement is more important than ever.

Employers base 70-90% of hiring decisions on the interview, yet interviews have only a 14% accuracy rate for predicting performance. Here’s how to hire candidates who won’t leave in six months.

Encourage recent graduates entering the workforce to assess employer disability benefits packages.

Corporate clients that have considered a wellness program may have found it lacking. But some carriers are adding wellness to injury prevention services for workers comp policies—and it’s gaining traction.

Does your behavior in the office impede on your co-workers’ duties? Here are a few tips for helping maintain a pleasant, productive workplace.

Hearing and vision problems are on the rise, and general medical insurance does not usually cover them. Review your employee benefits offerings to maximize revenue while meeting your commercial clients’ needs.

Anyone who manages an independent agency knows how critical it is to hire a good salesperson.