Author: Jillian Bender-Cormier

Is It Time To Rekindle Your Office Romance Policy?

In the case of office romance and the pandemic, it appears that absence really did make the heart grow fonder. Despite the rise in remote work and physical distancing, the percentage of…

Take Five: Office Ergonomics

Introduction to office ergonomics Whether you are a full-time office worker or you work from a desk or worktable during your shift, paying attention to ergonomics will help you remain comfortable, avoid…

‘Help wanted’ ads no longer cut it: Attracting and retaining staff in today’s market

After experiencing a global pandemic, turbulent world events and a cost of living crisis, the U.S. workforce has fundamentally changed. That means small businesses now need to appeal to a new generation of…

Renters insurance 101: Protecting your college student’s tech

There will be no shortage of money spent by parents and students alike as college students return to campus, but according to the 2022 Deloitte Back to College Survey, technology tops the list of…

Preparing Your Family for an Emergency

You have probably participated in emergency response trainings and drills at work, but what happens if a disaster strikes when you’re at home? Do you have an emergency action plan for your…

Employers rethinking compensation, reward programs as competition for talent continues

North American employers are reevaluating their employee compensation strategies as they struggle to find and keep employees in several key areas. Two-thirds of employers have increased hiring activity in 2022, according to the WTW…

Know your number: How much business income do you need?

If you were to paint a canvas, you’d start with the goal in mind: What is it you want to capture? As business owners, we have a blank canvas — we own…

Worsening Health Increases Need for Online Wellness Options, Insurance: Swiss Re

Roughly one-third of survey respondents in the U.S. reported a decline in physical or mental health over the past 12 months, leading to increased reliance on digital healthcare, according to a recent…

How the Depp-Heard Verdict Could Affect Professional Liability

While most commentators have focused on how the recent verdict in the matter between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has impacted public perception of abuse allegations, the outcome has also been of interest…

California Parents Could Soon Sue for Social Media Addiction

California could soon hold social media companies responsible for harming children who have become addicted to their products, permitting parents to sue platforms like Instagram and TikTok for up to $25,000 per…