by Steve Shepherd | Jan 2, 2014 | Leadership
It’s that time of year when we are all determined to make our New Year’s resolutions stick…holding them near and dear to our hearts…and our mid-sections. Until, that is…the third week of January. Try as we might…we will most certainly find that one little excuse that...
by Steve Shepherd | Oct 10, 2012 | Leadership
Over the course of the past several months, I have had the unique opportunity to meet numerous independent agents around the State of Florida. And, at times…more importantly…I have had the chance to be introduced to the office mascot. Recently, I had the chance to...
by Steve Shepherd | Sep 21, 2012 | Leadership
Last week, I logged nearly 1900 miles…driving from Gainesville to Nashville to South Florida and back to Gainesville again. And, with the help of some strategically-consumed coffee along the way, I successfully maneuvered the week-long course safely. Tired as I was, I...
by Steve Shepherd | Sep 7, 2012 | Leadership
For all of you college football fans, your day finally arrived last Thursday with an exciting, nail-biting South Carolina-Vanderbilt matchup. Next on the docket…the NFL. Football and the pending fall equinox go together like peas and carrots. Why? Because…we can...
by Steve Shepherd | Aug 30, 2012 | Leadership
Isaac brushed past Florida this week without much incident…mainly a rainy and somewhat windy nuisance. Needless to say, based on early models, everyone in the State of Florida prepared for the worst. Were you ready? Here are a few ‘ISAAC’ thoughts… I—Insured ...
by Steve Shepherd | Jun 14, 2012 | Leadership, Sales
Ever since I can remember, my father would advise me on life’s twists, turns, and challenges with a reference to a fictional Western TV character…portrayed by Clayton Moore. My father would often say, “Don’t feel like the Lone Ranger.” Like many of you, I’ve had my...
