Leaders of companies often have to make hard decisions, some of which can be unpopular or land them some serious scrutiny, but at the end of the day, we’re all […]
Attracting Quality Retail Employees
Owning and operating an Orlando retail business is a rewarding venture. While the store might be a reflection of your unique vision and style, you can’t go at it alone. […]
Diversity and Women in Manufacturing
Women make up nearly half of the workforce today, at approximately 47 percent, as found by the Department of Labor (DOL). However, they only comprise less than 30 percent of […]
Warehouse Safety Best Practices: Use Safe Lifting Techniques
Regardless of what’s stored in your company’s warehouse, it is likely frequently moved around. Your employees probably pull boxes from inventory and stock new products on shelves and pallets all […]
Warehouse Safety Best Practices: Safety Equipment
In any business, large or small, workplace safety should be a top priority for employers and employees. Businesses that operate warehouses should be especially diligent about safety. The combination of […]
Warehouse Best Safety Practices: Eliminate Potential Safety Hazards
Regardless of what’s being housed in them, warehouses tend to be big, busy, and full of high shelves packed with goods, heavy equipment, and hazards. When you combine forklifts and […]
Warehouse Safety Best Practices
If you operate a business that includes a warehouse, you’re probably already aware that a warehouse can be an incredibly risky environment. Boxes and/or pallets are often stacked floor to […]
Four Ways You Are Protected By General Liability Insurance
Most small business owners know they need General Liability insurance, but aren’t entirely sure what this type of insurance covers. Here are four ways you are protected by general liability […]
Benefits of a Customized Professional Liability Policy
Unless you are an insurance broker, understanding insurance (especially business insurance) can be tricky. Which policies do you need? How much coverage do you need? One of the most common […]
Errors and Omissions: The Need for Professional Liability Coverage
Even the most conscientious, careful, capable professionals are not immune to making mistakes – big mistakes – that can have serious financial repercussions for their clients. Sometimes, even when no […]
The Benefits of Inland Marine Insurance
Is your business protected by Inland Marine Insurance? Does it need to be? The answer depends primarily on the nature of your business and your operations. Before you contemplate whether […]
Personal Umbrella Insurance: How To Protect Your Assets
If you own a home or car, you’re probably aware of the many reasons why you need to purchase homeowners and automobile insurance policies. If you have children or other […]
Decorating Your Home for the Holidays
In most Florida households, the holidays are celebrated with joyous gatherings of friends and family, good tidings and good cheer, and colorful Christmas trees presiding over beautifully wrapped gifts. (Unfortunately, […]
Tips on Holiday Direct Mail Marketing
Thanksgiving weekend is the official start of the holiday shopping season, and it’s approaching quickly! Now is the time for your Central Florida Small Business to prepare so you can […]
Will Machine Learning Change Your Business?
As a Central Florida Small Business owner in the new millennium, your vocabulary has probably expanded significantly. Cyber liability, virtual reality, geolocation, retweet … these are a few examples of […]
Veterans and Your Small Business
There are certain things Central Florida small business owners must do. These non-negotiables include hiring staff, paying taxes, and securing a Central Florida Small Business Insurance policy. There are many […]
Thanksgiving Travel Tips
If you’re planning to embark on a Thanksgiving weekend road trip, you will be in good company. The American Automobile Association predicts more than 43.5 million Americans will drive 50 […]
Cultivating a Healthy Workplace Culture
There are several essential components most successful Central Florida businesses share, including an outstanding product or service, a solid business plan, a Central Florida Employment Practices Liability Insurance Policy and […]
Generation-Z Must Haves From Employees
Generation Z (aka Gen-Z or post-millennials) is the demographic group comprising individuals born from about 1996 through 2009. Obviously, the tail end of Gen-Z has yet to enter the workforce. […]
Small Business Owners Myths About 401(k)s
One of the most confusing aspects of becoming a Central Florida Small Business owner is gaining an understanding about all things related to employee benefits. Are you required to offer […]
Navigating Paid Sick Leave
Regardless of what industry you’re in, the success of your Central Florida Small Business is tied to the effectiveness of your employees. Attracting and retaining quality employees is critical to your […]
Interview Tips Based on ADA Guidelines
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a safety net designed to prevent discrimination against individuals who are disabled. The ADA is beneficial, but it’s also quite complex. One reason […]
Managing Employee Substance Abuse Problems
How should you manage employee substance abuse problems? Substance abuse not only negatively impacts productivity and accuracy in the workplace, it also can increase the likelihood of accidents or injuries […]
Do You Have a Hurricane Recovery Plan?
If you live in Florida, you’ve come to expect to tropical storms and hurricanes as a common occurrence. At the time of this writing, many Floridians were racing to finalize […]
Look Out for These Resume Red Flags
As a Florida business owner, you have myriad responsibilities ranging from marketing, securing your business with a Central Florida Commercial Insurance, and hiring the talent that will help your business succeed. […]
How to Create a Happy Workplace
According to a study conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, the average American works about 45 hours per week, which means he or she spends more than 25% of their […]
Entrepreneur Tips – Sales Skills to Master
If you are a Central Florida Small Business entrepreneur, you know that to make money you have to make sales. Your success is directly linked to your mastery of skills that […]
Is Your Business Hurricane Ready?
The height of the Atlantic hurricane season runs from August through the end of October. As a Florida small business owner, you should have a comprehensive hurricane readiness plan for your business. […]
Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Auto Insurance Policy?
When you approach an insurance company to get a Central Florida Auto Insurance Policy quote, you’ll be asked to provide a copy of your driver’s license, your social security number, […]
Life Insurance Tips for Millennials
Arguably, people are at the prime of life in their 20s and 30s. Many members of this generation, currently known as Millennials, are either single or recently married, upwardly mobile […]