9 Habits of a Strong Female Leader
Posted: October 19, 2023
National Business Women’s Week is celebrated during the third week in October every year. This gives us an opportunity to recognize and honor working women. For nearly a century, this celebration has helped promote leadership roles for women. Trading old habits for better ones can help women become more effective leaders in their organizations. Here are nine habits of strong female leaders. Step Out of...
Creative Ideas for Outdoor Winter Hosting
Posted: October 19, 2023
Winter can feel like the longest season. With shorter days and colder temps, the winter blues can sink in fast. But don’t write off the possibility of hosting an outdoor party – even in the coldest months. With smart planning and a little creativity, you can still host a fun (and safe) gathering outside.Read on for must-know outdoor hosting tips – and some fun ideas...
Explainer: What is Long-Term Care Insurance?
Posted: October 13, 2023
It’s not something you want to think about, but most of us will need long-term care at some point in our lives. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), once a person reaches age 65, they have almost a 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care services in their remaining years.1The need for care may develop suddenly...
8 Tips to Master Your Virtual Interview
Posted: October 10, 2023
Today’s job market looks different than it did a few years ago. Remote work and hybrid work schedules offer more options and flexibility than was possible before – both during the hiring process and once you (hopefully) land the job. Before hybrid work schedules became the norm, Erie Insurance and other organizations leveraged virtual and in-person interviewing to screen candidates. Interviews are intimidating enough. Doing...
Is My Small Business Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks?
Posted: October 4, 2023
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. With the increasing prevalence of cybercrime in small businesses, it is crucial to be aware of the risks and take the necessary actions. The following statistics were reported by Small Biz Trends: Nearly 43% of cyber attacks target small and medium-sized businesses. Only 14% of targeted small businesses are prepared to handle cyber attacks. Costs of cybercrime are...