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The Case of the Clashing Coroners

Bells tolled, echoing across the rolling green hills of the Eternal Slumber Cemetery next to the Brown & Brown Funeral home. It was my Aunt Betty’s birthday, so I came to give her a present: a bottle of White Zinfandel…

Take a Cruise on Insurance Love Boat

Thirty years ago, a TV show called “The Love Boat” (1977–1986) ignited interest in cruise ships. Today, industry studies show that more than 10 million people worldwide took a cruise ship vacation in 2004, a 40% increase since 2001.

’Tis the Season to Document

The holidays were always very special in the Fulwider household. Both sides of the family resided within 300 miles of our home, so it was natural that we would all celebrate Christmas, and often New Year’s and Thanksgiving, as one big happy family. That m

When is it Time to Reevaluate?

If you’re like most people, you’re working so hard that you don’t ever stop and think about your agency’s brand. Why should you? If the agency is doing well, then it should speak for itself, right? Not necessarily. Every company has a brand and it’s impor

What About Gift Cards?

Gift cards have become an increasingly popular form of giving for holidays, birthdays and other occasions. Each year, billions of dollars are spent on gift cards, many of which are never redeemed.

Change is Upon Us

As I write this month’s article, Jan and I are well into the convention circuit and enjoying visiting all of you on your home turf. We have just left the Nebraska State Convention where fellow agents celebrated in grand style their 100th anniversary. Cong

Reaching for Regulatory Reform’s Mango Bajito

Over the past few months, supporters of an optional federal charter (OFC) have been making a strong push to gain support for legislation that would create an Office of National Insurance to provide for an OFC…

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