Category Archive For "Insurance"
Insurance brokers vs agents: Key differences explained
Those on the hunt for corporate insurance will quickly discover that not only do countless plans exist, but so do a variety of different distribution channels in the market. There are insurance companies that you can buy from directly, agents who will sell plans on the insurers’ behalf, and brokers that search and compare coverage …
Six benefits of emotional intelligence at the workplace
If you’re an HR professional, it’s likely that you already know that developing emotional intelligence isn’t much of a priority at the workplace. When it comes to screening and evaluating new candidates or preparing training, the focus tends to be on educational background, current knowledge, and hard skills, along with personality assessment results. But is …
Differences between private and public insurance in the United States
The United States is well known for its exorbitant medical costs. So much so that even international health insurance plans, which cover virtually every country in the world, often exclude America due to its high costs. While around 60% of the US population has private health insurance to take care of their health needs, the …
What could insurance from big tech look like?
While Amazon, Google, Apple, and Meta (Facebook) are hardly insurance companies, you may soon be able to buy insurance products from them. Yes, these ‘big tech’ companies are very much eying the insurance space. But what would insurance products from these companies even look like? And how are these companies different from insurtech (if at …
5 tips for a sharper and healthier brain
If any of your loved ones suffered/are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, or if you’ve been told you have early signs, you’ll understand how frightening and disheartening the disease can really be. To lose your cherished memories and have your mind deteriorate, Alzheimer’s disease is perhaps one of the hardest diseases to come to terms with. …
Workplace changes in 2022: Benefits and issues
Workplaces around the globe have changed significantly since 2020. While the COVID-19 pandemic still affects everyday life in 2022, most businesses have adopted various solutions, including working from home arrangements, flexible working, and/or a hybrid work strategy to support their employees. But amid the solutions that benefit employees, business leaders and HR professionals will need …
How insurance brokers can adapt to post-pandemic challenges
With 2021 behind us, the world is hoping that the end of the COVID-19 pandemic is in sight. While the past couple of years have undoubtedly been challenging for the insurance industry, it’s also predicted to recover at a faster rate than the wider economy following the pandemic. Many industries have been significantly affected, yet …
Travel insurance vs. health insurance: What’s the difference?
If you are an expat or frequent traveler, it’s essential to be insured while away from your home country. But did you know that travel and international health insurance aren’t the same? Although both are for those who spend time abroad, the intended purpose of each insurance plan is entirely different. So not knowing the …
Families in global transition in a post-COVID-19 world
Families in global transition have to continuously adapt to change and undergo transitions. Relocating from one’s home country to a host country, or from one host country to another, can be stress- and anxiety-inducing. However, it can also be very rewarding when transitions are handled properly. More and more employers, schools, and relocation management companies …
5 things to be thankful for at work
Whether or not you celebrate thanksgiving, giving thanks has proven benefits: boosting your immune system, improving your mental health, and enhancing your personal relationships, amongst others. So much so that even in what has objectively been a challenging year in the world of work, there are a number of things you can and should be …
