What a lot of people fail to realise is that when you buy insurance, you’re buying a promise. It’s a promise that if something catastrophic happens to you or your business, your insurance company is going to assist you in the recovery process*. There are various types of insurance products: life insurance plans, health insurance,…
It’s that time of the year again already! As we get ready to celebrate with our loved ones, we pause and say thank you for everything that we have received, and all we have achieved this year: From our new offices, to the friendships and camaraderie we have between colleagues, to our faithful customers, we…
Traveling can be exhausting, especially if you have early mornings or late evening flights with long transit hours. Add children to the mix and your stress level might be through the roof! As a passenger, you probably keep your fingers crossed that you’re not stuck next to someone with a child, but as a parent,…
What does Emergency Medical Assistance cover under the Travel Insurance Policy? For those who have experienced it, falling sick overseas is one of the worst things that can happen to a traveller. These can include language barriers with medical professionals, lonesome with no family or friends around and anxiety, but even worse – lack of…
Have you ever heard the story of the tourist in Sri Lanka that needed hospital treatment after a coconut fell on her head? Apparently she was reading a book under the shade of a palm tree when gravity played a cruel trick on her: coconut, meet head. Yes, it sounds dangerous and she could have…
When I first got my credit card, I vowed I would never use it unless I absolutely had to. Let’s take a moment to laugh at my naiveté. Let’s be honest, a credit card is like having a license. It allows you to drive, and even when you know the speed limit, sometimes you tend…
Has your mobile phone ever rung, and you see an international number you don’t recognise flashing on the screen? Chances are it was a scam attempt with the intention of collecting personal financial details from you. Whether it’s by email, phone or social media, fraudsters have found ways to gain access to personal information, which…
I once knew someone who was a victim of workplace bullying. She was treated differently to other employees. She faced constant criticism over her work. She rarely received praise for a job done well. She never received positive acknowledgement. And when her work was particularly good, it was often thought to be that of someone…
2019 is going to be the year! You’re finally going to apply for that loan and big changes are in the offing! Regardless of what you will be using it for, you’ve already made all the arrangements for it. Bank documents, check. Little happy dance, check!
What most people do not realise is that one of the most negligible hazards in the workplace is poor ergonomics. Ergo… what?? Basically, it occurs when the type of work or working condition puts a strain on your body and physical health. This is one of the hardest hazards to spot as the negative effects…
