Janet Fouts

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On the ROI of #compassion in the workplace. #MindfulSocial with Lisa Murfield

Janet Fouts

Prior to joining the firm, Lisa provided organizations with human resource leadership in a variety of industries including pharmaceutical, health care, insurance and a non-profit organization. She also received her Bachelor of Science with honors in 1997 from The Sage Colleges and was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi honor society.

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Self-care is not selfish. Tell a friend!

Janet Fouts

Less than 8% of families have purchased long-term health care insurance, so many families are footing the expenses out of their own pockets. Overtasked, unprepared for the requirements of advanced care, stressed and often financially strapped, caregiving is not for the light of heart. The cost of healthcare is rising by more than 6% per year.

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What do you really know about #caregivers?

Janet Fouts

Most insurance won’t cover the cost of family care, only professional care. Fact: We often overlook the costs of keeping family at home, especially when they are our parents. Running errands, home maintenance, doctor’s visits, therapy and the prospect of hiring professional care at some point sneaks up on us. Myth: Only the patient matters.

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Google Helpouts- Small Biz Boon?

Janet Fouts

Health providers must link to their certificates or licenses and proof of insurance if required by law. Google restricts the use of the service to “safe” topics and to protect minors etc. here are those guidelines. Customers must be 18 or older to participate. Be compliant with the requirements if HIPPA.

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9 Ways to be more visible in social media

Janet Fouts

If I need an insurance agent and I like your posts about Shelby Cobras I’ll let you know. Everybody does it once in a while. Just don’t over do it. Don’t sell. Everybody knows you’ve probably got an agenda for being here. Don’t push so hard.

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Caring for ALL in the New Culture of Work

Janet Fouts

Look at your wellness programs beyond compliance, liability, and insurance risks. If you’re having a lot of conversations about burnout and stress levels, consider encouraging management to add mindfulness or other stress-reducing offerings to the company wellness program.

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Mindfulness and the culture of service in hospitality

Janet Fouts

Westin hotels, General Mills, Goldman Sachs, Google, and Facebook all have programs to aid employee wellness that goes beyond the usual insurance plans and on-site gyms. The practices of mindfulness have been shown to be transformational in a number of industries.

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