When was the last time you took a fresh look at your finances? If you’re like most people, it’s likely been a while. I typically pay attention to the financial emergencies and immediate spending needs rather than thinking long term about my financial plan and...
As the year comes to a close, we wanted to thank you, our readers, for making our blog’s first year a special one. We hope you’ve enjoyed the various content shared. From financial wellness to pets in the office, we’ve focused on innovative and fun posts...
This quote stood out to me recently and caused me to take a step back and to evaluate my personal state. In just a year’s time, I moved to a new house, received a promotion at work, married my best friend, and prioritized my well-being...
For most people, there are high expectations innately placed on the holiday season. Aside from the normal social and financial pressure of the holidays, this expectation of the “best time of the year” can create a low-level stressor. Proactively choosing to focus on wellbeing and...
Earlier this month, FBG had the pleasure of hearing Jeff Glasbrenner speak at a client event. If you’re not familiar with Jeff’s inspirational story, I encourage you to google it. From competing in the Paralympic Games to summiting Everest to completing 8 Iron Mans in...
In the past year at FBG, some of our employees experienced the loss of family members and we realized that providing a few days of bereavement leave wasn’t adequate. Grieving is more than attending a service to memorialize someone dear to our hearts, and there...
FBG is a pet friendly workplace. Case in point, the photo above captures a typical day with Millie visiting the office. She’s wonderful to have around for a number of reasons. Millie greets every employee with affection, selects her favorite spots to relax (think bright...
With several of our customers headed into open enrollment season, I was curious to learn more about ways we can positively impact the employee experience during this period. FBG’s own Account Executive, Jenna Igoe, shared some useful information with me regarding best practices she uses...
Today’s workforce integrates work and life more than ever before. This requires flexibility and trust from you, the employer, in order to enable employees to best manage work and personal responsibilities. The need for flexibility expands to benefits, as traditional benefits are challenged to keep...
Georgia enacted the Handsfree Act on July 1, 2018. This important legislation aims to make the roads safer for all drivers. As the metro Atlanta area embarks on a new school year this month, it is a good time to reflect on safe driving practices,...