Tracking campaigns are online sites that help employees and groups track their weight loss, daily activity and meals. Many wellness programs use tracking campaigns to help track progress and celebrate accomplishments. Below are examples of low- and no-cost tracking campaigns you can incorporate into your wellness program.

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If you have any additional questions or need assistance, please call us at 361.855.2500 or e-mail us. We are happy to assist you.

Here are three important frequently asked questions we’d like to share with you.

I know we can’t do a comprehensive program right now, so is it still worth doing anything?

Absolutely – even a small activity can plant the seeds of success for your program to grow. Engage in some of the easier things, like providing a health and wellness bulletin board or newsletter. You can also coordinate walking groups, or try a salad bar lunch day. You might want to avoid activities that are perceived as invasive, like health screenings, until you are able to offer them in the context of a larger program that includes education and support for modifying lifestyle habits.

There is so much we could do in our programs. Where do we start?

After you have secured top-level support, researching the health needs of your employees is the best way to start. After you have gathered a lot of information about employee health needs, start planning programs to meet employee interests, because they will be an easier likely gain more participation. Make sure your first programs are fun and interactive, because they will become the first impression of your wellness program. Start with programs that have broad appeal instead of those that might only be of interest to a smaller, more targeted group. Another thing to keep in mind is that most adult learners don’t want a lot of information; they want to learn and practice new skills. You want them to walk away from your program equipped with the tools for successful change.

We’ve tried some health and lifestyle programs but participation is small. What do we do?

Keep trying, and be patient. It will take some time for your program efforts to get going. Remember that ultimately, you are trying to change the workplace culture, and that is a slow process that happens over time. A common approach is to offer incentives for attendance, which can be effective in getting people in the room. All it takes is a few freebies or a light snack. Another approach to growing your program is to invite key people in the organization who are liked, respected and followed within the company.

For assistance or additional information call us at 361.855.2500 or e-mail us We are happy to help you get your workplace wellness going!

It happens to everyone: the same workout routine everyday gets boring, and then it becomes tougher than ever to motivate yourself to work out at all. Here are some tips to break out of that rut:

• Sign up for a fitness class or buy a new workout DVD – try something you’ve never done before.
• If you only do cardio now, add a couple days of weight training each week.
• Do an activity you wouldn’t consider “exercise,” like dancing, playing outside with your kids, or gardening.
• Add intervals to your cardio. For instance, if you crurrently jog, alternate one minute of faster jogging with one minute of slow jogging or fast walking.

Arvak Group is hiring! We are looking for individuals seeking a long-term position with us, who wants to grow with our company, and likes people.

The right person for this position is effective in meeting the customer and taking care of them when they call in. We are looking for someone who is trainable, dependable, works well with all members of the team, welcomes constructive criticism, and seeks to improve. The candidate should also be able to follow a schedule and meet deadlines.

They need to be internet capable as well as Microsoft office capable. Does not need insurance experience, though it is a plus.

About Arvak Group

Arvak Group is an independent insurance agency, positioned to respond to our customers’ needs with the best coverage at the best possible cost. We work in a fast-paced and demanding environment, and we find this to be exciting and energizing. We value wellness, and many of our employees channel that in various ways. We enjoy volunteering our time to the community and being leaders in the local business community. It is our mission at The Arvak Insurance Group to enhance the quality of life in all our relationships.

Apply!

Does it sound like you belong with us? Send your resume to jotto@arvakinsurancegroup.com or fax it to 361-854-3133.

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Sales Assistant Duties

1. Follow Work Flow Process in Group renewal

2. Follow up with clients/prospects regarding information requested to quote

3. Prepare RFP to send to carriers

4. Follow up with carriers on quotes per the timeline

5. Prepare quotes for producer to select plans to spread

6. Receive plans to be spread from Producer/Account Manager

7. Spread plans for each carrier in format set in proposal system

8. Give to producer/account manager for review

9. Bind final proposal/ Give to account manager for appointment

Receptionist Duties

1. Answer the phone professionally, courteously, enthusiastically (Priority)

2. Route calls to the appropriate person / voicemail box

3. No one stays on hold longer than 30 seconds without contact

4. Daily mail distribution (Priority)

5. Set outgoing message / program phone for meetings, holidays, and special events

6. All Preparation for Monday morning staff meetings including weekly email reminders with agenda attachment, printing all corresponding meeting paperwork, set conference room table prior to meeting and recording meeting minutes

7. Take basic quoting information for individual prospects

8. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time