In order for any business to be successful, it is essential that its employees possess the proper skill sets to do their jobs at a high level. Since most employees do not enter a company completely equipped to fit their new position, training is very...
The employee onboarding process is crucial for retaining employees after the first 90 days. During the first three months at a job, about 1 in 3 workers would leave it without having another job lined up, according to recruiting firm Jobvite. However, an effective onboarding process...
It's no secret that Mental health is a growing concern in the workplace. While employers pursue various ways to support employees struggling with mental health issues, it’s important that they be aware of and offer appropriate leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)....
The rewards of employee incentive programs were once reserved for sales professionals, piece workers and top executives. However, things have changed in recent years. Today, larger corporations and smaller companies with available resources are offering incentive programs to reward their employees. These programs show appreciation for...
By Lacey Rae Visintainer, Brand Manager Branding used to be just for businesses, or so we thought. Then the internet happened. Fast forward a few years… the beasts we call social media and digital advertising have propelled brands straight into our homes and hands. While this...
By Byars|Wright As a business owner, the past few months have been nerve-wracking, unpredictable, and an adjustment for all business owners, regardless of the industry. It is a time when all businesses including Byars|Wright, had to regroup and find a new way of conducting their daily...
By Lyric Welty, Agency Experience Assistant Job experience, gaining industry insight, and building a strong resume are a few of the reasons why a college student might consider completing an internship with an independent insurance agency. As an intern in ELEVATE, the Byars|Wright internship program, you will...
By: Lacey Rae Visintainer, Brand Manager Byars|Wright is 75 years old. Even so, in the past few years Byars|Wright has experienced its largest growth spurts in agency history. With two acquisitions, three new offices, and a record number of new hires in 2019, we aren’t slowing...
The employee onboarding process is not taken lightly at Byars|Wright. It’s a team effort, and everyone shares a common goal: Make each employee feel welcomed, comfortable, and informed. “Those first few days are the best time to make the best impression possible on the new hire...
Employee benefits, insurance, and retirement planning are all parts of the financial planning process for both individuals and businesses. For employers in any industry, it’s imperative to offer competitive and robust employee benefits packages in order to attract and retain great employees. Below, we answer a...
By Jan Giangrosso, Service Team Manager At Byars|Wright, we believe everyone needs a place to belong and someone to believe in them. This starts with a company’s leadership and culture. Our team strives to define a path that fuels the future and leads to success for...
By Lacey Rae Visintainer, Agency Brand Manager Workplace culture is difficult to define. Personally, I believe it’s more easily felt. Though, if I had to put it into words, I’d say it’s essentially the character or the heartbeat of an organization. It’s created by the company’s...
June 15th, 2019 By Amee Donald, Agency Relations Manager At Byars|Wright, we take on a different hiring philosophy than most businesses. While most companies hire employees based solely on skills and previous experience, we believe that if we can find the right people, we can teach...
August 15, 2016 Post by Byars|Wright AUGUST 2016 - JASPER - Byars|Wright Insurance was recently named as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama. This seventh annual program was created by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group. This program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the...
