Yearly Archives: 2020

On Our Mind…Language of Leadership

​By Jim Lombardo, CPCU, AAI, AIM, MBA, AVP of Learning & Development I am sure, like me, you receive all kinds of inspirational messages and quotes from famous people. I actually like reading them and applying the principals if they seem new or different to me. I particularly like the ones that are sensible and seem to be very logical. After all, there isn't any special sauce to being a good leader- much of it is common sense, a true concern for others and a sincere interest in learning about your team. Here is a list of some leadership “language" that I think will hit home:…

Continue ReadingOn Our Mind…Language of Leadership

Agents on the Front Lines – Virtual Visits on the Hill

​Long story short: Big I NY members from across the state met virtually with our Congressional representatives Members discussed key issues facing the industry, including the COVID-19 Recovery Fund and business interruption coverage legislation Despite the ongoing pandemic, independent agents were still able to make our voices heard on the hill. This week and last, Big I NY members participated in virtual meetings with members of the state's Congressional delegation, including the offices of Senator Schumer and Gillibrand, and multiple Members of Congress. "This was my first time joining a congressional meeting with Big I NY, and I wasn't sure what to expect. It was a great…

Continue ReadingAgents on the Front Lines – Virtual Visits on the Hill

On Our Mind…Creativity at its Peak

By Jim Lombardo, CPCU, AAI, AIM, MBA, AVP of Learning & Development​ I have been enjoying very much the many different videos that people have been posting on the internet- from professional musicians working together to produce unbelievably great music (have you seen the Doobie Brothers?) to celebrities ​trying to share good news to plain ol' folk creating videos with their families. I share these with you to point out that all is not doom and gloom!!  Creativity is at its peak!!  There are certain industries that are thriving, certain businesses that will come out stronger and new businesses will be invented. Stay positive! Stay Strong!  Have fun and…

Continue ReadingOn Our Mind…Creativity at its Peak