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This Week - July 1, 2020

▶Virtual Worker Assessment

▶Streamlining Authentication in the Contact Center: MassMutual’s Trusted Identity Program

▶NEW! Two Short Online Courses Explain the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

▶Extending the Life Insurance Value Proposition

▶COVID-19 Social Distance and Distribution: Advisor Survey Summary of Results

▶COVID-19 Social Distance and Distribution: Firm Survey Summary of Results

Distribution and Social Distance

Research on Distribution in the time of Social Distancing

In this joint study with OW, IRI, and NAIFA, LIMRA surveyed financial professionals in distribution selling insurance, annuities, and investment products to determine the biggest challenges they face meeting with clients and selling financial products while adhering to social distancing guidelines during this pandemic.

In this companion study, LIMRA surveyed professionals in brokerage general agencies/independent marketing organizations (BGAs/IMOs), wirehouses, regional/national broker/dealers, independent BDs, banks, and insurance companies who are directly involved in assessing the impact of recent events on distribution.

Virtual Worker

Considerations for effective virtual work

Two Complimentary Solutions Available

The deadline to use the Virtual Worker assessment has been extended to August 31! We know that while many organizations have begun formulating return-to-office plans, a vast majority of employees will still be working remote. Virtual Worker can help companies discover any gaps in competencies that would be needed to succeed in a virtual work environment.

Virtual Worker Assessment

Virtual Worker Survivor Skills Course
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Upcoming Webinars

July 14, 2020 3:00 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDT

Learn how MassMutual modernized authentication in their contact center to combat fraud, increase agility in responding to new threats, and dramatically reduce customer validation time. Join us to discover why identity orchestration was the best solution to address the top customer validation challenges they faced which are shared by nearly every insurance institution. Register.

July 28, 2020 1:00 PM EDT - 2:00 PM EDT

The growth of - and need for - wellness programs has been increasing for years. The financial, mental, and economic stress created by the recent COVID-19 pandemic and its economic repercussions will only increase this need. People are worried about their health and finances. Employers want to lower healthcare costs, keep productivity high, and engage employees. What does this mean for the financial wellness market? Join us for a discussion of consumer needs, employer desires, program offerings, platforms and best practices. Register.

July 23, 2020 1:00 PM EDT - 1:45 PM EDT

This joint webinar by LIMRA and EY will feature results from New Expectations: The LIMRA-EY Future of Wholesaling study. It will explore not only how life insurance and annuity manufacturers and distributors are exploring new opportunities to drive profitable growth, but also the impact of the current environment that has disrupted the distribution chain. Register.

August 6, 2020 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM EDT

This webinar will present results from two recent surveys with employers and employees. The surveys explored their mindsets, attitudes, and possible future considerations concerning auto-enrollment in non-medical benefits and Paid Family Medical Leave. Register.

August 11, 2020 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT

Join Korn Ferry for insights about talent trends impacting our industry. We have all transitioned to working from home during this pandemic and economic crisis, and C-suite executives have shared with Korn Ferry their views on what it means for leadership, talent and succession, as well as hiring strategies to 'disrupt the disruption.' will assist you in architecting talent strategies that more effectively future-proof you and your organization for the challenges that lie ahead. Register.

On Demand Webinars

The Annuity INSIDER Report

Please join Todd Giesing and Teddy Panaitisor to gather insights as to what the key drivers of growth were in Q1 2020 and what to expect in the next few months. Log in to your LIMRA.com account to watch

This is a LIMRA member benefit webinar. Request a LIMRA.com account

Professional Development

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NEW! Two Short Online Courses Explain the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Economic Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic

As if the health crisis itself wasn't bad enough, the coronavirus pandemic has led to many business sectors shutting down. Explore how the pandemic has affected the U.S. economy in our new online course — The Economic Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic. This 30-minute tutorial explains how we measure economic growth, describes stages of the business cycle, and outlines fiscal and monetary strategies that can be used to stabilize the economy. Details and Enroll.

The COVID-19 Pandemic and Unemployment

The COVID-19 pandemic also has led to massive numbers of workers being unemployed. What do high unemployment rates mean for your customers and your company? Get the answers quickly from our new online course — The COVID-19 Pandemic and Unemployment. In just 30 minutes, you’ll gain a better understanding of unemployment and how the government, insurers, and you can help during these financially uncertain times. Details and Enroll.

New Hires Quickly Get the "Big Picture" in This Live, Two-Hour Industry Overview

Don't miss the next Insurance Basics: Industry Overview session! Part of our Learning Live Series, this live, virtual session explains insurers’ role in the financial services industry, describes the regulatory environment they operate in, and explores forces that are shaping how they do business today. Students who attended the sold-out May session said, “Great content, great instructors,” and “What I liked best was the interaction – it kept me engaged for the entire two hours!” Register today for the July 14 session – space is limited! Details and registration.

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Research & Benchmarks

Good reads for today

Extending the Life Insurance Value Proposition

The wellness economy is flourishing as consumers increasingly seek to understand the implications of their lifestyle on their overall health. Insurance companies can harness this momentum by more closely aligning the incentives of the insured with the insurer.

Lifetime Income: Do Workers Want Options in Their Plans

Explore consumer interest in lifetime income investment options in DC plans.

Understanding Employers’ Reluctance To Offer a Life Insurance Benefit

What’s preventing employers that currently offer benefits from offering life insurance to their employees?

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The latest industry news for uncertain times

The Impact of COVID-19 on April Individual Life Sales Products and Electronic Processing

An April update on the impact of COVID-19 on Individual Life Sales and Applications in the U.S.

Hardship Withdrawals and Loans from Defined Contribution Plans: An Industry View

A new benchmark of hardship and loan withdrawal activity draws on data from recordkeepers’ systems.

Defined Contribution Sales Pipeline: Impact of COVID-19

The COVID-19 crisis has had unprecedented impact across all social and economic sectors, including on defined contribution (DC) plan sales.

Coronavirus COVID-19

Stay up-to-date on the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) trends and their impact on the financial services industry.

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Virtual Workplace Effectiveness

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