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5 Ways to Show Gratitude in the Workplace

November 24, 2025 / Marc McGinnis

It’s November, and the ideal time to express your gratitude to your colleagues and staff about what they’ve to help your agency or organization succeed. Below are a few no...

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Expert Tips for Managing Peak Season and the Holidays as...

October 26, 2025 / Tawny Friedly

It’s Q4 and peak season; and multiple holidays are just around the corner. Balancing work and life at this time of year can be challenging. You have a lot of...

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How Partnering With Word & Brown Makes a Difference: 6...

September 22, 2025 / Alex Strautman

Word & Brown has been partnering with insurance brokers for more than 40 years. We have earned a reputation as a valuable resource that can help brokers achieve more and...

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The Power of Active Listening: Why Your Ears Are Your...

September 19, 2025 / Alex Strautman

Whether you’ve been a licensed insurance professional for 10 days or 10 years, you know how important listening is in sales. It helps you nurture trust with your customers, uncover...

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Top Skills to Look for When Hiring Insurance Support Staff

June 13, 2025 / Marc McGinnis

It’s often suggested that in today’s talent marketplace skills-based hiring – where employers prioritize a candidate’s skills over education or experience – is essential. In many situations, this could be...

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Why Mentorship Matters – How to Find and Learn from...

May 30, 2025 / Rachael Jones

You have probably heard for years that mentorship can help you both personally and professionally. A mentor can provide you with invaluable guidance, support, perspective, and accountability. He/she/they can help...