Is the work-at-home craze a disaster or a revelation changing the face of how business is done? With no right answer, companies must come up with a workaround that complements and improves its own unique culture. In this white paper CEO Greg Jacobson discusses the pros and cons of telecommuting to help you make the right decision for your organization.

Overall, the U.S. has experienced moderate job growth as the economy improves. In the insurance industry alone, things may be heating up faster. In the first quarter of 2013, the Semi-Annual Insurance Labor Outlook Study returned positive projections in terms of revenue and staffing.

Traditional business plans are a lot of work and they are rarely put to good use. No one benefits from a complex business plan that is too confusing to execute. This article aims to inspire simplified business plans with effective, clear accountabilities that will drive organizations all year long.

As companies look to grow their businesses, the role of executive search firms is evolving. A targeted approach and open relationship are paramount for a strategic partnership in today’s competitive market. This article examines leading-edge executive search trends.

Today’s future-thinking companies are reconsidering how they invest in their workforce. Jobs differ in their contribution to strategic success and must be managed—including compensation—accordingly. Take a look at the case for strategic compensation.

The less volatile nature of the insurance industry has led to significant and steady growth and a current unemployment rate of 4.6 percent. The results of the mid-year Insurance Labor Market Study once again show that not only is the insurance job market healthy, but insurers are looking forward to the future with guarded optimism as they plan for the next twelve months.

While the definition of leadership continues to evolve, the benefits of leadership development cannot be ignored. Get an in-depth look at leadership competencies and how to develop them in ways that achieve prosperity and growth for your organization.

Job creation and sustainable growth are top of mind as the nation watches the U.S. economy gain momentum. A strengthening economy has encouraged confidence in the insurance industry. Hiring is on the agenda as many organizations open up their budgets. According to the January 2012 iteration of the Insurance Labor Market Outlook Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Ward Group, hiring projections are the highest they have been since the recession began.

Throughout the recession, the insurance labor market has endured its share of uncertainty. With the New Year in full swing, exciting changes in recruiting, hiring, retention and leadership development strategies are taking shape. Take a look at some of the upcoming trends in recruitment and development.

Maintaining a successful company culture can dramatically influence an organization's overall success or lack thereof. Employer and employee interactions at all stages - from recruitment and on boarding through retention - play critical roles in the development and evolution of a company's culture. Learn tactics for building a company culture through recruiting and retention to ensure your organization is set for success.

Currently, the industry sits at an unemployment rate of 4.6 percent—the lowest point since August 2010. Fortunately, it appears that optimism has been a common theme and signs of a swifter labor market recovery may be on the horizon.

The “graying” of America, a projected spike in immigration and the continued rise of dual-income families have poised the United States for a dramatic shift in population and workforce demographics. Given the rapid shift in demographics coupled with increased globalization, organizations can no longer ignore the business case for diversity.

The words “work at home” or “telecommuting” used to evoke images of people working in front of the television wearing their pajamas. With more than 17.2 million people reporting that they work occasionally from home, this is no longer the case.

One of the most important challenges any forward-looking organization faces is the development of its succession plan or, more specifically, its strategy for building leadership capacity. Gone are the days when succession was simply a matter of seniority. Ensure future leadership at your organization by identifying key leadership competencies and by determining who is accountable.