4 tips for delegation to take work from ‘D’oh!’ to ‘OOHH!’
“D’oh!” It’s what Homer Simpson says when something goes wrong. Why is delegation one big “D’oh!” for a lot of people? There can be some fear about delegating tasks or projects because without proper...
View Article8 traits to look for in a successful assistant manager
Great companies are populated by great employees. While a top general manager is necessary, it’s not sufficient for the genuine long-term success of any company or major operating division. Businesses...
View Article8 essential traits to be the go-to person for insurance agency owner
Great companies are populated by great employees. While a top general manager or insurance agency owner is necessary, it’s not sufficient for the genuine long-term success of any company or major...
View ArticleN.Y. agency owner among Big I’s new, ‘remarkable’ leadership team
An independent insurance agency owner with an office in New York is among the new leadership installed to lead the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I). Robert Rusbuldt Spencer...
View Article5 self-disciplines that help to successfully lead others
All leadership begins with “self-leadership.” Before any leader can aspire to lead a thriving enterprise they must first master leading an organization of one. Tom and Susan are partners in the same...
View ArticleKnowing leadership style is more important than matching ties, shirts
At the risk of placing substance over style, all leaders must understand this simple truth: style does matter. It is not about matching your belt to your shoes or accessorizing appropriately for the...
View Article8 tips for becoming an unconventional thinker that beats the competition
Leaders inspire people to do amazing things, the type of things that their followers would not do on their own. With leadership, a vision and competitive advantage becomes reality. The more change an...
View ArticleBecome the CATAlyst who gets things done with effective actions
What distinguishes the mediocre leader with so-so results from the effective leader who makes a big impact every time? The answer is the ability to take effective action. There’s a big difference...
View Article5 key actions for CEOs eager to become agents for change
As Chief Executive Officer, you are the starter of change—and the stopper of change. Nothing significant in your organization happens that you don’t allow, including atrophy. Failure with change is...
View Article12 questions to help take stock and build on your leadership DNA
Can you think of a time you were really uncomfortable? Maybe it was a time you had to speak in front of a large group, or a time you had to confront someone who works with you on a difficult issue....
View ArticleManagement: Is your talk a transaction or an interaction?
When you talk to people, are you focused on the transaction or your interaction? A transactional encounter is one where you’re going through the motions to get the task or the discourse done. Maybe you...
View ArticleOne Marino retiring; another Marino elected CEO at Horizon Blues
William J. Marino, the longest serving CEO of a Blue Cross Blue Shield affiliate, is retiring as chairman and CEO of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, effective March 1, 2001, the company...
View ArticleManagement: Six steps to simplify managing people remotely
Managing people and projects from across the hall is tough enough. Managing people and projects from different cities, states, time zones, or countries is infinitely more difficult. You might as well...
View ArticleDiehl, others installed as officers for NAIFA-Carroll/Howard
The National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors’ Carroll/Howard (Md.) chapter installed officers for its current year. The Maryland chapter installed Roger Diehl as president; Harvey...
View ArticleAIG’s Chartis shuffles leaders as part of reorganization
American International Group’s Chartis property-casualty business has new leadership and structure as it seeks to align accountability with long-term results. Robert H. Benmosche “Our top priorities...
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