There are many reasons why you might want life insurance. And if you’re a business owner, you should learn about key person insurance. If you've got 60 seconds, I’ll give you a rundown on this policy type.

Compensation is major motivator, but it's not the only way to set your employees on the path to success. I’m sharing 14 ideas to help you become a better motivator for your employees. linkedin.com/posts/mark-wil…

What do you see as the most valuable attributes in a manager? Here’s what stands out about my favorite manager, things I’ve tried to emulate. What good — or terrible — management attributes have you encountered in your career?

Perception is reality. Perspective can vary widely, even among those with many similarities. This article dives into how you can recognize an outdated organizational perspective and gives ways you can change this perspective. fal.cn/3vTdN

When managers set the tone and convey a unifying vision in a workplace, communicating goals and progress frequently, transparently and in detail, the business will thrive. What tone are you setting at work?

Do you know your company’s core values? If you don’t, you could be squandering a valuable tool to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your business. What are some of your organization’s core values? markwwilliams.com/news/insights/…

Money is a simple motivator— the value is clear. But leaders should leverage other tools to help drive better performance. Here’s the final segment of my 14 motivational tools part 3, tactics that impact an individual’s professional growth and development. linkedin.com/posts/mark-wil…

I posted earlier this month about different ways to motivate employees that go beyond just the typical compensation package. Here’s an article I wrote that shares specific tactics we’ve employed — to great success — at Brokers International  fal.cn/3w88a

Are you familiar with the idea of cross-sell insurance? If not, check out my latest Question Mark video — I’m covering the basics of this policy type in just a minute.

To move up in your career, someone needs to be able to take on your current role. That means training people and getting them ready for more responsibility. This article has great questions every leader should ask themselves in 2023. inc.com/tommy-mello/em…

Steve Jobs was a polarizing figure, especially as a boss. But I agree with his sentiment in this quote. He let ideas could flow freely, with the best rising to the top. He knew how to translate vision into reality — for Apple products and for his company.

A leadership position is a big responsibility, to a company’s bottom line and the people under you. Day-to-day, it’s hard to know if you’re making the difference you hope. Find someone you can encourage with feedback today — it can have a lasting impact in your workplace.

It’s time for another Question Mark video. This time, I’m answering “What rights do policy beneficiaries have?” What questions about life insurance would you like me to answer in a future video?

The people you lead are just that, people. You want your boss to have empathy with you; your employees feel the same. Here are a few ideas to engage employees in the development process: fal.cn/3wB5o

Businesses change — the need for new ideas and creative solutions doesn't. Don’t use yesterday’s strategies for today’s challenges. Be a leader who encourages innovation and provides support and guidance for the new ideas your team brings to the table. markwwilliams.com/news/insights/…

Managing ≠ Leading. Manage a situation. Manage a product. Manage your time. If you try to manage people, you’ll find yourself correcting behaviors, elevating your importance and even becoming a micromanager. Instead, focus on being a leader whom others want to follow.

I’ve seen too many leaders act like it's all about them, not sharing what they’ve learned to benefit others. We all had to start somewhere, and we've all had help from others along the way. How can you be a source of help for others today?

“How much life insurance do I need?” It’s an important question and one you should give a lot of thought to when buying a policy. Check out the latest Question Mark video for my answer.

How do you use your position to impact those you work with? You’ve earned your role and title, but it wasn’t given to you to make you feel good about yourself. It was because someone trusted you were the right person to help elevate those around you.

PSA for leaders: Despite best efforts at fostering a positive/enjoyable work environment, the people you work with are not family (unless, of course, they are). Create an environment that helps employees balance personal and professional responsibilities.