Derek Parsons - Business Benefits Coach

04/09/2026

The future of agriculture is growing, and so are the career opportunities behind it. 🐞🌱

Beneficial Insectary, Inc. is creating real solutions for healthier food and more sustainable farming, and they are looking for people who want to be part of that mission.

This is a company creating real solutions for healthier food and more sustainable farming, and they are looking for people who want to be part of that mission. Whether you are interested in working directly with insects or supporting the operation through logistics, quality control, engineering, shipping, or fabrication, there are a variety of ways to get involved.

If you are looking for a career with purpose, this is one worth checking out. As someone who works closely with employers, I love seeing companies invest in people and create careers that make a real impact.

👉 Learn more and explore opportunities: insectary.com

03/27/2026

We’re back with , looking at the bigger picture behind pest control and why reducing insecticide use matters.

Every gallon of insecticide replaced by beneficial insects is one less layer of chemicals ending up in the soil, on crops, and throughout the food system. As more research raises questions about pesticide exposure and how long certain chemicals can remain in the environment, growers are continuing to look for safer, more sustainable solutions.

Beneficial insects offer a different path, one that works with nature instead of constantly trying to overpower it. The goal is not just to protect yields, but to help create healthier food and a healthier environment at the same time. 🐞🌱

It’s a smarter long-term approach to farming, and a reminder that better systems create better outcomes.

👉 Learn more: https://insectary.com/

03/12/2026

Did you know some of the most important workers in agriculture are insects? 🐞🌱

We visited to learn how farmers use beneficial insects instead of heavy pesticides to protect crops like tomatoes and peppers. By introducing natural predators that target specific pests, growers can control infestations while keeping food safer and ecosystems healthier.

Here’s the idea in simple terms:
🐞 Beneficial insects hunt the pests damaging crops
🌿 Farmers reduce reliance on chemical pesticides
🍅 Healthier crops make their way to your plate

It’s a smarter, more natural approach to agriculture that’s been developing for decades.

In farming and in business, the best results come from managing risk the right way - not just reacting to problems.

👉 Learn more about how beneficial insects support sustainable farming: insectary.com

02/26/2026

What’s the biggest mistake new riders make?
Losing their balance - and not knowing how to recover.

In my time at Blue Oak Stables, my trainer Kim explains why balance is everything when you're in the saddle. And the same is true in business.

👉 A rider pulling on the reins throws off the horse.
👉 An HR team pulling in the wrong direction throws off the entire benefits plan.

That’s why having the right fit, the right guidance, and the right coach matters - whether you're buying a horse or building an insurance strategy that supports your people.

I’m Derek Parsons, your Business Benefits Coach.
Let’s make the ride smoother - for you and your team.

02/19/2026

I thought I had it under control...
Right up until the horse went one way and I went the other. 🐎💥

That fall was a humbling moment - and a helpful one.

Because here’s what stuck with me:
A well-trained horse is like a good insurance policy.

When it’s built right, the ride is smooth, responsive, and safe.
But if you’re constantly battling it? Overcorrecting? Feeling thrown off?
Something’s not working - and it might be time for a better fit.

Your benefits plan shouldn’t be a struggle.
It should support you, guide you, and keep your team protected.

Grateful to Blue Oak Stables for the ride - and the reality check.

02/18/2026

What is TrumpRX.Gov? How does it work and who can use it?

02/18/2026

https://youtube.com/shorts/QL9VXo5lLF4?si=uNRhYLtgggUIrWv4

In this video, we cover:• What is TrumpRX.gov? Understand how this cash pay discount model allows you to source prescriptions by bypassing your insurance pla...

01/29/2026

Who needs more training - me or the horse? 🐴
Turns out, the answer comes down to partnership.

In riding and in business, a strong match is everything.
A green rider and a green horse? That’s the blind leading the blind.

The same goes for employee benefits. Without the right support, it’s easy to get lost in complexity, cost, and confusion.

✔️ Experienced guidance makes all the difference
✔️ Strong partnerships lead to better performance
✔️ Don’t go it alone - get a coach who’s been there

I’m Derek Parsons, your Business Benefits Coach. Let’s build the right plan, with the right support, for your team.

Special thanks to Blue Oak Stables for sharing your time, space, and insights.

01/15/2026

We’re kicking off something a little different. 🐎

I spent the day at Blue Oak Stables with my trainer Kim, who’s been riding, training, and competing for over 30 years. She broke down the three-part equestrian sport of eventing - and let’s just say, it’s no casual trail ride.

🏅 Dressage – precision, discipline, and harmony
🏃‍♂️ Cross Country – endurance, courage, and grit
🎯 Show Jumping – control, finesse, and recovery under pressure

Just like in business (and benefits planning), success isn’t about one strength - it’s about balancing multiple disciplines, performing under pressure, and building trust between partners.

I’m Derek Parsons, Business Benefits Coach. Stick around as we unpack more lessons from the saddle - and how they apply to leadership, strategy, and smart employee benefits.

Learn more about Blue Oak Stables at blueoakstables.net.

01/09/2026

2026 ACA Compliance Checklist: Get Ready for 1094-C and 1095-C Filings. Full video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/tXWJde8UlsI?si=WhQ61o9IK4_efaBh.

01/09/2026

https://youtu.be/tXWJde8UlsI?si=pD4UcaO1SnuXg-_i

ACA reporting season is here! Are you prepared for your 1094-C and 1095-C filings? In this quick compliance update, we cover the key audit areas you need to ...