Jeanne Reynolds
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Blythewood, SC, United States
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5 tips to get the most out of a virtual benefits enrollment
It’s hard to count on anything work-related being “normal” these days, but one thing you probably can count on in the coming months is your annual benefits enrollment. And if we’ve learned anything during the pandemic, it’s the importance of protecting our physical, emotional and financial health — exactly what your workplace benefits help you … → Read More
Why going 1-1 pays off when choosing your benefits
It’s hard to count on anything work-related being “normal” these days, but one thing you probably can count on is an annual workplace benefits enrollment. What, not too excited about that? You’re not alone. Many employees seem unwilling to take the time to understand their benefits needs and options. In fact, a recent Colonial Life … → Read More
5 ways to stop financial stress
Quiz time. Are you: Arguing with your spouse and family members more often? Hiding bills and receipts from your spouse? Having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep at night? Eating more than normal, especially comfort and junk foods? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from financial stress — … → Read More
10 tips for homebuying during the pandemic
Interest rates are at historic lows, making it the perfect time to buy that dream home … or maybe not. There’s still that pesky pandemic thing causing a lot of uncertainty. If you’re thinking of jumping in the housing market, be sure you know what to expect in this new normal. Here’s advice from Knowledge … → Read More
5 ways to protect your finances from COVID-19
Washing your hands, wearing a mask and practicing social distancing can help protect you from the coronavirus — but it won’t necessarily do much to protect your bank balance. The global pandemic has slowed the economy and put millions out of work. If you’re among those concerned about your finances along with your physical health, … → Read More
4 steps to deal with a cut in income
30 million plus. No, that’s not the latest Powerball jackpot — it’s the number of U.S. workers who filed unemployment claims by mid-July. A job loss, furlough or reduced hours can be disastrous for your budget and your ability to maintain financial stability. That’s especially true if, like too many Americans, you don’t have adequate … → Read More
How to help employees thrive in challenging times
Keeping your team productive and engaged can be challenging at the best of times — and these are hardly the best of times, right? Fact is, employees are stressed out. A recent survey by Colonial Life found 40% of U.S. adults have high or moderate stress levels on a daily basis — enough to distract … → Read More
How to work better together
Unless you’re an artist creating a masterpiece in your private studio or a hermit living off the grid, your work likely involves other people. Even solo practitioners need to pitch ideas and run projects by clients or partners to stay in business. Most of us rely on coworkers — on our own teams and in … → Read More
7 tips for better video meetings
Much of corporate America has been working from home for going on 4 months now. And it’s not just work: Friends, volunteer committees, church groups and more have been forced to gather online lately. That means video meetings. Lots of video meetings. It’s nice to connect and see familiar faces, but not all video meetings … → Read More
Stay healthy at home with the right work set up
“Hello, it’s the couch calling. Why don’t you bring that laptop over here and get comfy while you work?” If you’re hearing that call, don’t answer. Sitting on the sofa — or worse, the bed — for long periods of time is a big no-no if you want to stay productive and pain-free while working … → Read More
What people with disabilities can teach others about working from home
If you’re one of the millions of people struggling to adjust to working from home, maybe it’s crossed your mind how much more challenging it must be for those living with disabilities. Turns out, many of our differently abled colleagues are waaay ahead of us when it comes to adjusting to the “new normal.” “Adaptability … → Read More
5 steps to keep your career moving during pandemic
It seems there are two kinds of people these days: Those tied to a firehose juggling work from home, online schooling and caring for family and neighbors. Those spending too much spare time on social media. If the first one sounds oh-too familiar, you might want to flag this story for later. But if you’re … → Read More
Life insurance protection facts you might not know
America’s workers aren’t very confident in their ability to manage their money. In fact, more than a third of U.S. adults rate their ability to manage their finances as “average,” “poor” or “very poor,” according to a new survey* by Unum. But employers can do a lot to help during their annual benefits enrollment by … → Read More
Protect your peepers on the 4th
What would the Fourth of July be without fireworks? Well, a lot safer, for one thing. Nearly 300 people a day go to the emergency room with fireworks-related injuries in the month around Independence Day, according to the Consumer Project Safety Commission. Half of those injured are children and teens. And you don’t even have … → Read More
Tips to protect your eyes during spring cleaning
It seemed like a good idea at the time. A handyman was replacing weather stripping around the doors in our house. While the old pieces were off and before the new ones went on, he asked if I wanted to clean off the grime in the doorframe. Regular spray cleaner and a paper towel weren’t … → Read More
Do you have the best job in America?
$85.5 million. That’s what basketball star LeBron James pulls down a year, according to Parade magazine’s annual “What People Earn” feature that ran in Sunday newspapers nationwide last weekend. On the other end of the spectrum, Richard Meyer, president of the Ocean Energy Council in West Palm Beach, Florida, earns nothing. Now that’s truly playing … → Read More
3 reasons to man up and visit the dentist
We hate to generalize, but guys, you’re not going to the dentist as much as you should. According to the Centers for Disease Control, fewer men than women see a dentist at least once a year. Some studies suggest men tend to visit only when something needs attention or they have pain. Women on the … → Read More
Can dental care change your life?
A dental check-up and cleaning can leave you feeling great: confident and ready to share your smile. But for a Texas boy, one dental visit turned him from nearly nonverbal into a typical chattering 6-year-old. Mason Moyz of Katy, Texas, had barely been able to communicate all his short life. His parents blamed a brain … → Read More
Why teaching kids to love reading matters
What do Michael Bloomberg, Queen Latifah and Olivia the Pig have in common? They’re all celebrities who got “caught reading” as part of Get Caught Reading, a nationwide campaign to promote the fun of reading books for all ages. Perfect timing, right? While you’re stockpiling beach reads for your upcoming vacation, your kids are counting the … → Read More
How to get gritty to boost your career success
What makes people successful — Talent? High IQ? Money? Luck? Genes? All those things help, but the true driver of success is grit. At least, that’s the opinion of Angela Duckworth, a psychology professor who’s been studying it for years. She defines grit as a combination of unshakeable motivation, persistence and determination. Simply put, it’s … → Read More