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Don't take risks, make no progress: in trying to play it safe, companies avoid risk-taking and thwart their own success.		Sep 1, 2009	582
Plan ahead to be on the winning side: when choosing the right defense counsel, successful risk managers consider chemistry and the experience of an attorney or law firm.		Jun 1, 2009	531
Steering through choppy waters: successful carriers learn to avoid distractions--such as the faltering economy, litigation trends, and perhaps their own hubris--to focus on the tasks at hand.		Mar 1, 2009	557
Making the right choices: what are business ethics as they apply to the insurance world?		Dec 1, 2008	531
Know your way around a claim: a few techniques can help move claims meetings along and result in success.		Sep 1, 2008	557
Where's your underwriting? For underwriters, the challenge is finding the right client at the right price and at the right time.		Jun 1, 2008	558
Big results possible with small agencies.		Mar 1, 2008	560
Individual skills help team succeed: like baseball, insurance requires team spirit, key players, dedication and professionalism.	Column	Jan 1, 2008	540
Turn adversity to your advantage: in times of crisis' leaders in our industry need to pick themselves up, dust themselves off, and show us all the way out.		Sep 1, 2007	557
Embracing diversity: companies that create an all-inclusive atmosphere run the risk of improving their outlooks, their products and ultimately, their sales.		Jun 1, 2007	552
Fear and loathing: understanding the insurance policy shouldn't be a casino-style crapshoot for your customer.		Mar 1, 2007	534
'Let's talk': when a business relationship is heading for 'Splitsville,' the best thing to do is acknowledge it and move on.		Dec 1, 2006	728
On dropping the ball: much like baseball, insurance is a game best played with professionalism, a team mentality and a winning spirit.		Sep 1, 2006	780
Tag-teaming: cooperation between a team of two brokers or agents provides a client the best of both worlds.	Column	Jun 1, 2006	791
Walking the talk: it's up to seasoned insurance and risk professionals to mentor industry newbies on ethics, character and integrity.		Dec 1, 2005	771
Join the game: 'My Ex-Broker' offers risk managers a tongue-in-cheek way to kiss their worries good-bye.		Sep 1, 2005	800
Did you hear the one ...? With a nod toward late-night television, herewith are five key reasons why the insurance industry is successful.		Jun 1, 2005	767
A risk worth taking: entrepreneurship for carriers and brokers is not for the faint-hearted.		Mar 1, 2005	775
Thinking prevention: too often agents, brokers and even risk managers will use loss prevention only as an afterthought.		Nov 1, 2004	799
Ties that bind: in this market, brokers should not be selling products, but meeting clients' needs.		Aug 1, 2004	787