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Why Leaders Fail - Karen Shannon

Why Leaders Fail

September 27, 2020
In uncertain times, the capability of a bank to successfully navigate uncharted waters depends greatly on the abilities of their leaders and managers. This is particularly true of small organizations. One of the top reasons new managers fail is the lack of preparation for their roles. According to research by Corporate Executive Board, only 10%…
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CDC Releases Guidance on Handling COVID-19 Policy Disputes With Customers

CDC Releases Guidance on Handling COVID-19 Policy Disputes With Customers

September 22, 2020
The past few months have seen multiple instances of aggression and violence against workers who attempted to enforce their establishment’s COVID-19 prevention policies and practices with customers. As a result, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidance instructing employees not to force any customer who appears upset or potentially violent…
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Managing in Times of Social Unrest

Managing in Times of Social Unrest

September 17, 2020
Social injustices, civil rights and discrimination issues affect all employers and employees across the country. Numerous recent events have led to unrest, which has permeated all areas of society, including the workplace. During these times, employees may be experiencing poor mental health and low engagement. To support employees as effectively as possible, promote employee safety…
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Substance Abuse and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Substance Abuse and the COVID-19 Pandemic

September 15, 2020
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, public health officials have cautioned the public about the potential negative mental health effects caused by these uncertain times. Even though staying at home, self-quarantining or isolating when necessary, and social distancing are necessary for preventing the spread of COVID-19, these actions can increase mental health stress and…
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Coronavirus Update

How Is the Insurance Market Place Reacting to COVID-19 and Our Current Economy?

September 8, 2020
As we move into fall, our battle with COVID-19 continues. August brought Greene County an increase in new cases. Our seven-day rolling average increased from 35 cases per day in July to 88 cases per day throughout August, culminating in 143 reported cases on August 27. The largest number of cases are attributed to people…
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Replacement Cost vs. Actual Cash Value

Replacement Cost vs. Actual Cash Value

September 8, 2020
Your homeowners insurance policy can offer financial protection in the event of an unexpected disaster involving your home or personal property. But how you will be reimbursed following a claim depends on the type of coverage you have. There are two main valuation methods when it comes to homeowners insurance—replacement cost coverage and actual cash…
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How Social Distancing Is Impacting Workplace Culture

September 4, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve, one guideline that is likely to last beyond this year is social distancing. Employers have a responsibility to keep employees healthy and safe, and that duty is informing their return-to-work strategies. For instance, some organizations are keeping employees at home to work remotely for the foreseeable future. Other…
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How to Avoid Underinsuring Your Home

How to Avoid Underinsuring Your Home

September 1, 2020
Your home is one of your greatest assets and a significant long-term investment. As such, it’s vital to protect your home and its contents with adequate homeowners insurance. Nevertheless, recent research found that many homeowners lack proper coverage. In fact, nearly 2 out of every 3 homes in America are underinsured—which means that the home…
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Calling All Restaurant Owners

Calling All Restaurant Owners

August 30, 2020
Calling all Restaurant Owners! Many things have changed in the last few months. Not just in the way of business but also with our place in the world. We find ourselves quickly wondering what the future will look like, both as business owners and as human beings. It goes without saying that, if you own…
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3 Common Phishing Attacks and How to Avoid Them

3 Common Phishing Attacks and How to Avoid Them

August 27, 2020
A significant number of organizational data breaches stem from phishing attacks. At a glance, these attacks result from a cyber criminal utilizing a fraudulent email or other form of communication to trick the victim into providing sensitive information or downloading malicious software on their device. Phishing attacks have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years and…
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