Sign in Subscribe

Latest

Why the “One-Stop Shop” for Business Insurance Could Be Costing You More

Why the “One-Stop Shop” for Business Insurance Could Be Costing You More

Avoid the “one-stop shop” trap in business insurance. Specialization matters—especially with employee benefits. Learn why working with a dedicated expert like Benton Oakfield can boost ROI, improve retention, and protect your bottom line.

Four Ways Business Owners Can Save Money During Benefits Enrollment

Four Ways Business Owners Can Save Money During Benefits Enrollment

Avoid getting overcharged during benefits enrollment. These four tips help business owners benchmark costs, align benefits with employee needs, explore voluntary options, and hold brokers accountable for smoother, cost-effective enrollment.

Capital Preservation for Business Owners: Baby Steps Toward Financial Stability

Capital Preservation for Business Owners: Baby Steps Toward Financial Stability

Business owners often leave reserves sitting idle. Financial advisor Ryan Ackerhalt shares how to take small, strategic steps to preserve and grow capital—without taking on unnecessary risk.

6 Warning Signs Your Business Culture Is Turning Toxic

6 Warning Signs Your Business Culture Is Turning Toxic

Toxic culture doesn’t appear overnight — it grows quietly. Learn six signs your business might be heading in the wrong direction, and what leaders can do to course-correct before it’s too late.

Bridging the Generational Gap: Gen X, Millennials, and Xennials in Your Business

Bridging the Generational Gap: Gen X, Millennials, and Xennials in Your Business

Explore how Generation X, Millennials, and Xennials shape today’s workforce — from tech-savvy Millennials to adaptable Xennials bridging generational gaps. Learn strategies to recruit, manage, and retain across age groups.

The Real Difference Between Brokers, Agents, and Salespeople — And Why It Matters for Your Business

The Real Difference Between Brokers, Agents, and Salespeople — And Why It Matters for Your Business

Understanding the difference between brokers, agents, and salespeople is critical. A true broker works for you—not the insurance company. Here’s how Benton Oakfield helps businesses grow with advocacy, not just sales.

Why Every Business Needs to Update Their Employee Handbook — Now More Than Ever

Why Every Business Needs to Update Their Employee Handbook — Now More Than Ever

Whether you have five employees or five hundred, your employee handbook is one of the most important documents in your organization. It sets expectations, protects your business, and ensures compliance with an ever-changing legal and cultural landscape. And yet, most business owners will admit — sometimes sheepishly — that they haven’t