We all remember the first email we received from a “foreign dignitary” offering us a ridiculous sum of money in exchange for paying a small amount of taxes, claiming the funds had come from an unknown distant relative. Needless to say, the online threat landscape has evolved into a much more sophisticated, global issue, affecting people and companies of all shapes and sizes. If you are a client of Parker, Smith, & Feek, then you have likely heard us speak on the importance of cyber and social engineering coverage to help indemnify you after an attack. Today, I’d like to give you more guidance on prevention and the current threats that may affect you.

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From Seattle to Charleston, tower cranes are dominating the skylines. New construction projects seem to be on every street corner in most metropolitan cities these days. With all of this activity, the possibility that damage may occur on one of those projects; insurance may be needed to pay for the damage; and the owner, developer, and contractors may be confused as to which policy should respond is foremost on the minds of claims professionals.

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As part of its oversight responsibilities, the board of directors is expected to ensure that management has identified and developed processes to mitigate risks facing the organization, including rises arising from data theft and the loss of proprietary of customer information.

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Talking to yourself - healthy or bad? Here’s how to give yourself the medicine and use purposeful language to achieve personal success and lead others.

You? Yes, you! Do you talk to yourself too?

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Onboarding is a critical time for new employees. Not only does it set the tone and stage for their time with your company, but it can also have long-reaching effects on employee performance and morale.

Here are some fun ways you can spice up your employee onboarding program to ensure new employees feel connected and welcomed right off the bat.

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