Uplift with Nova Mutual

Our homes are one of our greatest assets, and this week on Ask the Adjuster, we are talking to Senior Claims Adjuster Michael Rzepczyk about how you can prevent water damage at home. In this special mini-episode, not only will you get to meet one of the Nova team members, but you'll be more knowledgeable about taking care of what is important to U. Do you have a question you’d like to ask one of our adjusters, or something you’d like to learn more about? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to future episodes! Do you want to be part of the Nova Mutual family? There are two ways. Check out the Careers page or click on the Find a Broker button on NovaMutual.com. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook for all things Nova. Oh, and if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe, share with a friend and leave us one of those five-star reviews. We'd love to hear from you! Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

Today on Uplift, we speak with the president of OMIA (Ontario Mutual Insurance Association), John Taylor, about mutual insurance. Learn how John went from growing up on a farm to becoming the president of OMIA. We're also going to ask some important and challenging questions:   What makes mutual insurance different from standard insurance? Why should we care about our insurance provider? Do you think people care about their insurance provider?  Do you believe there are common characteristics or values for people who might embrace a mutual? Mutuals have been around for a long time - what are your future predictions for the mutual insurance industry?   This Uplift episode will uncover the differences between standard and mutual insurance. Why should we care about our insurance providers, and on that note, does the general public care? Mutual Insurance seems to attract like-minded individuals, and John will explain his perspective on the shared values and alignment of the industry and the members.    Mutuals have been around for a long time, and concluding this episode of Uplift, John will share his future predictions for the Mutual Insurance industry. The only way to find out is to hit download and listen now!   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

As the weather gets cold, snowy and icy, we took a moment with Nova Mutual Senior Underwriter Nicole Martin to ask a couple of ways you can prevent some winter woes at home or in your business. Do you want to be part of the Nova Mutual family? There are two ways. Check out the Careers page or click on the Find a Broker button on NovaMutual.com. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook for all things Nova. Oh, and if you like this podcast, don't forget to subscribe, share with a friend and leave us one of those five-star reviews. We'd love to hear from you! Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

Today on Uplift, we are Joined by Nova Employee Experience Director Sue Rivard to explain to us - Resetting Your Brain. In this episode, you will learn how most of us will have five careers in our professional lives, and throughout our jobs and careers, we will carry assumptions and expectations with us. Learn how Sue helps the team at Nova to realize their value and embrace a new and exciting work culture. Topics Covered in this episode: 01:03: What is Employee Experience?04:40: Reset your work Brain11:20: Empowering the team through support14:24: Being encouraged to be courageous20:00: Trust above all22:31: Managing Expectations during a global pandemicDo U want to join the Nova Mutual team? Check out our Careers page at NovaMutual.com/Careers

Today on Uplift, Hosts Gloria and Jodi are joined by Leo Massi, Executive Director of Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H. Learn about the depth of R.E.A.C.H. as an organization with over 200 team members and a plethora of community services across Haldimand Norfolk. Leo shares insight on how such a large team provides quality service while working towards the same goals. With a challenging handful of years behind us, you'll also better understand managing expectations for your customers and team during such uncertain times.   Around since the early 1980s, Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H. is a multi-service agency that provides:  Children's mental health services Developmental services Autism services Youth justice services Family services A residential program for transitional-aged youth Several early learning and care services And more Learn more about R.E.A.C.H., their programs and how you can support: www.hnreach.on.ca   Are you looking to be part of the Nova Mutual Team? Check out our website www.novamutual.com/careers to see how U can join our all-star roster.    Do U want to be part of the Nova Mutual Family? Click on the "Find a broker button" on our website NovaMutual.com   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

Are you feeling run down or burned out? How have you and your team been managing the fluid nature of the pandemic? This week on Uplift, Burnout Prevention Strategist Bonita Eby joins us to talk all about flourishing in a stressed-out world. In this episode, Bonita will introduce you to the differences between burnout and stress, symptoms of burnout and start you on the path of prevention.   Join us for a 1-hour webinar featuring Burnout Prevention Strategist, Bonita Eby Owner of Breakthrough Personal & Professional Development Inc. Bonita will share her own story of burnout; you will learn what burnout is, common myths, how to recognize it, and three practical wellness strategies to prevent burnout so you can thrive. You will also receive access to free resources and have an opportunity to ask questions in the Q&A period. Register now: https://bit.ly/3E7MOAP Learn more about Bonita Eby and how she can help your team: https://www.break-through.ca/ Check out more Nova Webinars and community videos; Launch into The Nova Galaxy: vimeo.com/showcase/novagalaxy   Are you looking to be part of the Nova Mutual Team? Check out our website www.novamutual.com/careers to see how U can join our all-star roster.    Do U want to be part of the Nova Mutual Family? Click on the "Find a broker button" on our website NovaMutual.com   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters  

Mini Donuts, Horse Competitions and Haunted Mansions - the Norfolk County Fair and Horse show has it all. Today on this very special episode of Uplift, Graeme is taking you, the listener, to the fair. The Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show is one of Ontario's only 7-day fairs, and it happened last week. However, if you missed it, join me this week as I chat to a couple of volunteers, vendors and fair folk!   Launch into The Nova Galaxy: vimeo.com/showcase/novagalaxy   Are you looking to be part of the Nova Mutual Team? Check out our website www.novamutual.com/careers to see how U can join our all-star roster.    Do U want to be part of the Nova Mutual Family? Click on the "Find a broker button" on our website NovaMutual.com   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

Today on Uplift with Nova Mutual, we celebrate one year in podcasting! We have shared stories from our policyholders, broker partners, team members, and community for the past year. Join hosts Graeme, Gloria, and Jodi to reflect on a year of Uplifting interviews and #WorkingTogetherMatters projects. We share some project highlights and our favourite episodes from the podcast. Plus, get a peek behind the curtain at all the magic that goes into a Nova community project and understand what "going beyond the cheque" really means.  We thank all our guests who have the courage to appear on uplift this past year and share their authentic stories. Most importantly, Thank U, the listener who hits download every Wednesday!   "When we help ourselves, we find moments of happiness. When we help others, we find lasting fulfillment" -Simon Sinek   Topics Covered in this episode: Uplift with Nova turns 1 - 00:58 The First #WorkingTogetherMatters - 04:41 Beyond the giant cheque - 08:12  How Nova notices a need for help - 13:17 Favourite Episodes and Community Projects - 22:09 Nova's biggest #WorkingTogetherMatters Project - 29:57   Launch into The Nova Galaxy: vimeo.com/showcase/novagalaxy   Are you looking to be part of the Nova Mutual Team? Check out our website www.novamutual.com/careers to see how U can join our all-star roster.    Do U want to be part of the Nova Mutual Family? Click on the "Find a broker button" on our website NovaMutual.com   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters  

Today on Uplift with Nova Mutual, we are joined by Executive Director of ABEL Enterprises in Simcoe, Scott Williams, to talk all about creating opportunities. ABEL Enterprises provides mentorship and development for those with a mental illness or addiction. Scott shares just the surface of the programs and products available at ABEL, which houses a full woodworking workshop offering development in woodworking, carpentry, decorating, computer skills and more. We Learned about ABEL enterprises after Nova's CFO, Glenn Pick, stopped by looking for a shed on a Sunday - hear the entire uplifting story on this week's podcast!   Topics Covered in this episode: How we heard about ABEL - 01:15 Scott's Story - 03:48 Career Change and Personal Development - 06:45  Programs offered at ABEL - 11:05 Creating new passions - 23:05 How U can collaborate with ABEL - 30:19   Learn more about ABEL Enterprises: www.abelenterprises.ca   Are you looking to be part of the Nova Mutual Team? Check out our website www.novamutual.com/careers to see how U can join our all-star roster.    Do U want to be part of the Nova Mutual Family? Click on the "Find a broker button" on our website NovaMutual.com   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters

What is your passion, and what brings U joy? Today on Uplift with Nova Mutual, we are at Flux Brewing in Scotland, Ontario, with co-owner Jeremy Hansen celebrating one year in business. Always having a passion for beer and a unique culinary experience, Jeremy tells us how an old horse barn became a destination brewery. Flux represents being open to change and how good things can come from that. This episode reveals how championing change isn't just about a new beer but a new experience, a new culture, and maybe even a career change.   Topics Covered in this episode: Career Change: Manufacturing to Brewing - 01:15 Perspective Change: Burnout - 02:o0 Passion for beer - 03:49  Why the name Flux? - 08:11 Champion of Change - 10:43 An all-inclusive environment - 13:02 History of the building - 19:50 Name of the beer - 26:31   Learn more about what's on tap at Flux Brewing: FluxBrews.ca   Uplift is produced by Nova Mutual #ThinkAheadThinkNova #WhereUMatter #WorkingTogetherMatters