Tag: 2019

The year 2018 laid the groundwork for big shifts in the life insurance landscape that will decidedly benefit consumers in the new year. And it seems shifts are sorely needed with more than 40 percent of Americans not having any type of life insurance, according to Foresters Financial. While the industry is shifting at a rapid pace, consumers can take advantage of some notable game changers poised to impact the insurance industry in 2019:

New Year's resolutions seldom change. Lose weight, save money, exercise regularly and spend more time with the family are all great starts to our yearly goals. With the economy experiencing ebb and flow, it may be a good time to include some office resolutions as well. Here are a few suggestions for those that already have a job and other's who may be looking for a one:

1. Get to work on time: Don't take for granted the importance of starting the work day off on the right foot. The excuse, "bad traffic," can only be used so many times before your boss and coworkers start catching on.

An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves. ~ Bill Vaughan

It is the time of year when many of us make New Year's resolutions. The most popular include things like losing weight or getting fit, getting the finances in order, organizing our life, an effort to quit smoking and reduce or stop drinking and even try to have more fun. I even read that fifty-percent of Americans say their New Year's resolution is to spend more time with family and friends.

Another year is coming to a close and it is a great time to look ahead to new learning experiences for 2019. Here are 13 ways to add fun and adventure to your New Year:

1. Learn how to use your gadgets. Spend some time getting to know your tablet, e-reader, smartphone or digital camera and learn more about all the things they can do for you. You will feel empowered when you no longer have to ask your spouse or teen to program your new toys. Watch out tech world, here you come!

Does the idea of setting New Year’s resolution make you want to take a second nap or pour some more eggnog? Do you hate the pressure of picking something and sticking with it for the next 365 days? Do you want to improve your life in some way, but know deep down your apathy is rolling its eyes at your conviction?  Don’t worry.  I may have something for you.  All you have to do is glaze your eyes over the next few paragraphs and then you can nap.  Hang in there.