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 January 2008
VOL.4 ISSUE 77   

 Tip of the Year

Invite Starbucks To Your Next Staff Meeting

You may think it strange, but one of the most powerful and relevant books for the insurance industry is "The Starbucks Experience: 5 Principles For Turning Ordinary Into Extraordinary", by Joseph Michelli.
In their mission statement, Starbucks clearly establishes their commitment to a remarkable work environment where "partners" treat one another with respect and dignity. Their amazing way of doing business has exploded into a worldwide phenomenon known as the "Starbucks Experience" that compels new business, retains existing business and eliminates the need for traditional marketing. The result? Customers that value the "experience" more than saving money. What if that could happen in your agency?
   Issue Archives
Top 10 Tips From 2007
Tip #1
Got Computer Vision?
TIP - Regular breaks and adequate precautions reduce risk of visual problems from sitting at a computer all day and increase productivity.

Tip #2
The First Impression Is Sometimes The Last Impression

TIP - Elevate the quality of your customer's experience with every first impression for your agency.

  
Tip #3
Got A Minute? Fun Exercise Helps Staff Discover How They Use Their Time

TIP - This fun and simple exercise is a great way to identify activities that waste time and create stress.
Tip #4

"Win A Spin" Makes Motivation Fun

TIP - Create your own "Wheel of Fortune" to increase staff fun and motivation.

Tip #5
Automating the Annual Review Process Means More Sales And Less Stress

  TIP -Provide Commercial Lines Account Managers with a simple plan for scheduling Annual Reviews.
 
Tip #6
Clip Boards: Just The Right Prescription For The Total Account

TIP - Clipboards at the Receptionist's desk are an excellent way to save the CSR's time and also begin the account development process.
Tip #7
Top 7 Tips To Reading A Resume

TIP - Prepare for the process of reviewing resumes by following these 7 essential steps.
Tip #8

Six Great Tips To Get The Most Out Of Outlook


 TIP - Take advantage of some great Outlook functions that will help you work faster, improve organization and even increase productivity.

Tip #9
Let The Games Begin

TIP - Nintendo's hot new game, Wii, can become a fantastic way to build morale and motivate staff.
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Tip #10
Put Attitude At The Top Of Your Daily Things To Do List
TIP - Attitudes are a fact of life, but choosing which attitudes are brought to the workday can actually be a fun way to start each day.

 
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