5 summer reading books for brokers in 2014

Authored by Spencer Johnson in 1998 this book is subtitled: An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life. This book has made such an impact on Julie Hulsey, a partner at Insurance Professionals and Zynia Business Solutions in Amarillo, Texas, that she titled her presentation at NAHUs annual convention after it, noting, If you have not [read this] I would highly encourage you to read it and as you all know, this is exactly what happened to us.

[Published: Penguin, Sept. 8, 1998]

Forging stronger broker-TPA partnerships

Collaboration between employers, brokers and third-party administrators will be essential to developing customized, cost-effective and employee-friendly solutions.

By Bruce Shutan

Contributing writer

August 25

Benefits Think Healthcare costs are rising. Here’s how brokers can help employers respond

Gap coverage, supplemental benefits and options for various types of workers can help avoid cost shifting and still provide support.

August 21

Chris Berggren

Benefits Think Why summer PTO isn’t always enough to help employees recharge

An ongoing, thoughtful benefits experience holds more value than a seasonal attempt to encourage time off.

August 14

Kristina Welke

Benefits Think What brokers should watch in claims data sharing

The practical takeaway is to treat data-sharing requests as a risk-allocation exercise, not just an operational convenience.

August 10

Michael McGovern

Benefits Think The post-subsidy ACA reality: What it means for benefits and the evolving broker role

A look at the current challenges facing employees and employers, and how to deliver value to clients.

July 2