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Winter Weather Preparedness for Small Businesses

Winter Weather Preparedness for Small Businesses

Winter weather can take a heavy toll on small businesses. The risks posed by storms, slippery walkways, and power outages can lead to financial losses. Taking steps to prepare your company and employees for the winter season can minimize business disruptions and claims filed for slip-and-fall accidents.  The best overall advice is to be proactive. Evaluate any risks on the property to determine where problems...

Safety Tips for Online Shopping

Safety Tips for Online Shopping

It is that time of year again. Whatever holiday you celebrate, Americans nationwide go to their favorite online retailers to buy holiday decorations, party supplies, and gifts to make the season merry and bright. The convenience of the internet is hard to resist, but the freedom and flexibility of online buying come with some grave risks.  Cybercrime is on the rise. In a recent year,...

A Retailer’s Guide to Loss Prevention

A Retailer’s Guide to Loss Prevention

More than $112 billion was lost to retail shrinkage in a recent year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). Retail loss, or “shrinkage” as it is commonly called, is a severe problem in the United States. A retailer loses a certain amount of inventory due to damage, employee theft, and shoplifting. These losses affect your business’s bottom line and your livelihood. In a world...

Driving Safety Tips as Daylight Savings Ends

Driving Safety Tips as Daylight Savings Ends

Fall and the end of daylight savings time is upon us once again. As the clocks are turned back an hour, you can expect your normal sleeping patterns to be disrupted for about a week before they return to normal, as the amount of sunlight in a day is less. Driving to work or around town could be just that much more challenging. Here are some...

How to Insure Your Side Business

How to Insure Your Side Business

A side business is a great way to make extra money or pursue your passion before building it into a full-time career. If you are considering starting a side business or are already successful in an endeavor, it is essential to consider your insurance coverage. Depending on your product or service, you may need various types of coverage. Here are some pointers to protect yourself...