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May 6, 2020
In the current COVID-19 environment, a solid social media presence is essential. Our Social Media Toolkit and LinkedIn Best Practices can help you and your producers raise your social profile. Plus, May’s Disability Insurance Awareness Month provides a perfect opportunity to reach out to potential new brokers and clients.
April 29, 2020
COVID-19 is prompting an increase in questions from our customers. In response, The Standard has created an online COVID-19 Resource Center where customers can find answers to common questions. We’re regularly updating the Individual Disability section of the Resource Center so be sure to check back for more details.
April 29, 2020
In the current environment, video messages from you and your producers can add a personal touch to client communications. We’re sharing best practices, instructions and important reminders to help you create personal videos.
March 4, 2020
GSI plans in California will move to Platinum Advantage GSI for newly eligible employees, starting July 1, 2020. We'll send offices the Notice of Change and Platinum Advantage offer letter for each case in mid-March. These must be delivered to clients by April 1, 2020.
February 14, 2020
Now physician residents and fellows who have employment contracts can secure monthly benefits to cover more of their new income from the start.
December 4, 2019
We’ve expanded our Electronic Signature Program. Now you can work with more clients electronically to complete more transactions. We’ve included more vendors in the program. And you can now electronically complete, sign and submit all forms — not just new business applications.
December 4, 2019
Platinum Advantage launches in California on Jan. 1! Get an early start with our new and updated marketing materials on standard.com. Or visit Partner Resources to see a preview of the updated-for-California Platinum Advantage section of the Online Reference Product Guide.
November 6, 2019
It’s time to shine a light on the estimated 43.5 million Americans who provide unpaid care for an adult or child. This month is National Family Caregivers Month! Use the awareness campaign to highlight the need for income protection for caregivers — and how the Family Care Benefit can help.
November 6, 2019
It’s never too early to plan for year-end deadlines. Read end-of-year reminders regarding policy effective dates, delivery requirements and commission dates.
October 16, 2019
Due to regulatory changes, Business Equity Protector cannot be issued or delivered in Massachusetts, and no products may be issued or delivered in Wyoming, starting Jan. 1, 2020.