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Winter Safety Tips For The Office
Winter Safety Tips For The Office

Winter Safety Tips For The Office

Winter has arrived and with it comes lower temperatures, snow, and ice! Whether it’s a full-blown blizzard or just a cold snap, the onset of winter means that it’s time for businesses to think about their winter safety plan. A winter safety plan typically includes proactive steps to reduce injuries related to winter weather, minimizing cold exposure, and communication plans. Consider the following safety tips when developing or reviewing a winter safety plan: Minimize Slippery Areas De-ice parking lots, sidewalks, entryways, and outdoor break areas Reroute people using caution signs, rope, cones, or [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-12-18T12:09:44+00:00December 18th, 2022|

Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease
Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease

Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease

Congratulations! Finding a new apartment can be exciting. You have searched high and low, toured dozens of apartments, and finally found the perfect one. While you may have information such as the cost of rent and what utilities are included, some details may have been overlooked. Consider these important questions you may want to ask your potential landlord before signing your lease. Are there any move-in fees? Most apartments require more than just the first month’s rent in order to move in. Additional upfront costs can often include last month’s rent, security deposit, [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-12-06T12:00:46+00:00December 6th, 2022|

It’s Not Too Late To Review Your Group Coverage…
It’s Not Too Late To Review Your Group Coverage…

It’s Not Too Late To Review Your Group Coverage…

Another year has flown by! With many group health plans renewing on January 1st, we’re running out of time to review your coverage options. If it’s been a while since you’ve looked at your policies, there is still time to contact Gannon Associates Insurance for a review. If you don’t currently offer health insurance to your employees but have been considering it, we may still have time to put a plan in place by January 1st. If we can’t get things in place on 1/1/22 we can still get your new plan ready [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-12-05T12:01:18+00:00December 5th, 2022|

Preparing Your Home For Vacation
Preparing Your Home For Vacation

Preparing Your Home For Vacation

Summer is here and that means vacations are on the horizon! Whether you are going to a family beach trip or seeking thrills at your favorite amusement park, you don’t want your fun ruined by thoughts of what is going on at home. Give yourself some peace of mind by protecting your home from theft and damage while you are away. Here are some tips to help you prepare your home for your vacation: Appear Lived In. An empty house is an open invitation to intruders. Giving the appearance of activity in your [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T14:44:06+00:00June 26th, 2022|

Insurance Cuss Words?
Insurance Cuss Words?

Insurance Cuss Words?

When we were little, we learned quickly which words were not okay to say. Use one of those “four-letter” words and mom would throw you a disapproving look so quickly! Similarly, to the cuss words we learned when we were little, there are phrases in the insurance industry that when used will cause some disapproving looks… we will call these insurance cuss words. Insurance cuss words are those that misrepresent what the coverage actually protects. Examples of these include: Blanket Additional Insured All Risk Full Coverage Blanket Additional Insured. Typically, we hear this [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T14:32:15+00:00June 19th, 2022|

Errors and Omissions Insurance: Do You Need It?
Errors and Omissions Insurance: Do You Need It?

Errors and Omissions Insurance: Do You Need It?

Mistakes happen to everyone, even professionals. Whether you are a real estate agent and you forgot to include important details about a home to a buyer or a tax preparer who made a bad calculation… it can happen. However, if a mistake you or your business made causes a client to experience financial loss you could have a lawsuit on your hands. So how do you protect your business? Errors and Omissions Insurance. Errors and omissions insurance, also commonly referred to as E&O, is professional liability insurance that helps protect you from lawsuits [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T18:47:39+00:00June 19th, 2022|

How To Be A Responsible Pet Owner
How To Be A Responsible Pet Owner

How To Be A Responsible Pet Owner

Nothing is better than cuddling up with your favorite little kitten or playing with your beloved dog in the yard after a long day. However, there is a lot more that goes into raising a pet responsibly. Check out these tips to help you ensure you're taking care of your pet in a responsible way. Research, Research, Research. Not all animals have the same needs, but having a general understanding of your pet’s individual needs will help you better take care of them. Consider what type of food your pet needs or what [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T16:02:24+00:00June 19th, 2022|

Don’t Let Your Employees Drive Distracted
Don’t Let Your Employees Drive Distracted

Don’t Let Your Employees Drive Distracted

From restaurants with delivery drivers to corporate entities that give their staff vehicles to use when meeting clients, vehicles are driven by employees are an important piece to many businesses. However, relying on vehicles driven by staff exposes you to a huge threat… Distracted Driving. Actions like using a cell phone, fiddling with your GPS, or eating while driving can lead to a serious accident. Distracted driving is dangerous in ideal conditions but add in bad weather or traffic and it could be disastrous. It is important to have practices and policies in [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T18:29:33+00:00June 5th, 2022|

Routine Maintenance Every Driver Should Consider
Routine Maintenance Every Driver Should Consider

Routine Maintenance Every Driver Should Consider

We rely on our vehicles to get us everywhere we need to go when we need to go there. In return, our vehicles rely on routine maintenance. It takes making sure that things like tires, brakes, fluids, filters, and more are in order for your vehicle to remain safe and dependable. There are a lot of moving parts, let’s take a look at some routine maintenance every driver should consider. Check and Rotate Your Tires. Nobody likes a flat tire, but it is one of the most common issues drivers face on the [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T14:48:45+00:00June 5th, 2022|

Training and Development at Gannon Associates Insurance
Training and Development at Gannon Associates Insurance

Training and Development at Gannon Associates Insurance

Insurance is complicated! We know how intimidating it can be to even consider joining the industry when it can be difficult to comprehend as a customer. The thought of jumping into the insurance world and starting a whole new career can be overwhelming, but thankfully with Gannon Associates Insurance, you are not alone. We understand the importance of training and developing new employees. However, we also understand that not everyone joining our team has the knowledge our more senior staff do. Therefore, we put a considerable focus on onboarding and education. Our training [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-05-16T13:47:23+00:00May 29th, 2022|