Despite continuing doubts and uncertainties regarding the economy, a noted insurance economist offered some good news to workers' compensation insurers, saying the recovery is self-sustaining and the property and casualty industry will see growth in 2011.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is warning business owners to be aware of scams involving abusive marketing practices and exorbitant fees charged by firms offering to help businesses obtain SBA loans, grants or other federal funds.

How frustrating is it to work on a prospect, really put your heart and soul into the client, and then not get the business? How maddening is it to be told, "I really like you, but..."

In my nearly 30 years of insurance industry experience, I've learned without a doubt that size does not matter.