Business Tips
Beyond Altruism: The Secret to Profitable Volunteering
It’s fulfilling to help a good cause, but altruism aside, volunteering is also great for business.
East Nashville
Eric Jans – The “Mayor” of East Nashville
Eric Jans is sometimes laughingly called the mayor of East Nashville. And, when you get to know him, you sometimes start thinking it’s true. If we really had a mayor for the Eastside, he’d get my vote.
Demystifying Insurance
Differences Between Group and Individual Health Insurance
So, what is the difference between group and individual health insurance? What options are there? Economic uncertainty, combined with the options available through the Affordable Care Act, has led many people to contact me over the years about changing their health insurance. Sometimes the change is voluntary—perhaps they’re looking for Read more
Random Thoughts
Do You Love Mondays?
I find the first Monday after we turn the clocks back for the end of daylight saving time to be a fascinating example of how differently people experience the same thing. Much of the conversation on Facebook and Twitter today seems to center around how long the day feels—and for Read more
Networking
If You Network Well, You Never Have to Sell
This is an article I wrote for YP Nashville (Young Professionals): There are so many networking opportunities out there. How can you make them the most effective for you? I have become somewhat of a serial networker, which has led not only to some great relationships, but also to a ton of Read more
Health Insurance
Healthcare Reform and Health Insurance: Should I Wait?
Lately, with all the talk of healthcare reform, I have had people ask me whether they should get health insurance now or wait to see what the government does. Personally, I don’t think you should wait on the government to do anything for three reasons. 1. We don’t know how Read more
Health Insurance
Why Use an Independent Insurance Agent?
There can be confusion about WHY someone would seek out an independent insurance agent versus buying online or directly from an insurance company. People often assume that it costs more to use an agent—that the costs must be built in, like they are when people use real estate agents. This Read more
Demystifying Insurance
Co-Payments and Beyond: What Does THAT Mean?
Health insurance jargon like “co-payments” tend to overwhelm and confuse us when we hear them. Did you ever look at a health insurance quote and think, “I have no idea what all of this means, but I guess it looks okay?” For most people, reading through the terminology on an Read more
Demystifying Insurance
5 Red Flags to Watch Out for in Your Health Insurance Policy
Health insurance quotes are confusing and full of jargon, which is why it’s important to use an independent health insurance agent to help you wade through the information. There are five common red flags often overlooked by the consumer that agents can spot easily. 5 Common Red Flags 1. What Read more