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Brought to you by: Homeowners are getting inspired every day with videos on social media and do-it-yourself segments on HGTV to get their hands dirty. Though some home improvement projects are a great opportunity to save money and showcase your creativity, there are many that are meant for trained professionals. Saving money in the short…
Read MoreHand and power tools are used commonly and in a variety of industries. While helpful and often necessary to perform certain jobs, these tools can be hazardous when used or maintained improperly. Associated injuries cannot only result in physical suffering for an employee but financial impairment for an employer. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
Read MoreBy: Matt Cranney, CIC, CRM “Don’t strive to be the best…Â Strive to be better. The person you’re competing with is your past self, and the bar you’re setting is for your future self.” – Adam Grant This quote by Adam Grant from his book Give and Take, is a powerful reminder that we…
Read MoreIt’s common for a client to blame the agent when a claim is denied based on a vacancy or occupancy clause. This is challenging because an agent may be unaware when a property is or becomes unoccupied/vacant. Examples include a vacation home, a property undergoing renovations, or a home purchase where the owners have not…
Read MoreBy: Pete Hanson, CAE, CISR The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) has guided the construction and remodeling of buildings with public accommodations for 30 years now, improving access to retail businesses and other public places for persons with disabilities. An unfortunate side effect to expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities, was expanding opportunities…
Read MoreJennifer DeGeorge Is Named Wisconsin’s 2023 Outstanding CSR of the Year Madison, WI – The Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin (PIAW) is pleased to announce that the 2023 recipient of Wisconsin’s Outstanding CSR of the Year Award is Jennifer DeGeorge, CIC of Vizance in Hartland, WI. The Outstanding CSR of the Year award was created…
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