Allison Bonner
No Flu For You: 5 Flu Shot Myths Debunked
It’s that time of year; flu season is upon us. That means flu shots. Maybe you’re ready to go and are rushing to Target because they’re offering discounts to shoppers who get the flu shot as an incentive. Great! You know the importance of getting the flu shot, not just for yourself but for your […]
Running All The Miles: 6 Essential Tips to Train for a Half Marathon
I’ll admit that running a half marathon wasn’t at the top of my bucket list. Sure, I’ve run 5K, and even a 10-miler, but I never thought I’d make it any farther than that. Then my aunt gave me some great advice: run just a little farther than you think you can. That made me […]
Could the Millennial Workforce Be the ‘Giving Generation’?
Millennials. The group every employer wants to understand. What will attract us to work for a company? What will keep us there? What makes us tick? The millennial workforce is taking over the workplace, and doing it quickly – last year we actually surpassed all other generations as the largest faction of the Americans at work. Employers […]
Careers & Culture, Employee Spotlights, Life at Blue Cross NC
Kidznotes: Giving the Gift of Music Education in Wake and Durham Counties
As a music major in college, I was reminded time and time again that music is both a science and an art – to be a musician you have to learn the technical skills to make music, but you have to bring your heart and soul to the stage for the melodies to truly come […]
A Southern Staple With a Twist: Lighter Pimento Cheese
“Good pimento cheese comes together in minutes, keeps for days, and stays on our minds for years. The simple concoction is special, but not reserved for special occasions. It is the food of everyday folks, the stuff of every day life.” – Southern Living Pimento cheese is a simple Southern staple: it’s an appetizer, a comfort […]
Dreaming of the ‘Firsts’ Yet to Come: Ethan’s American Heart Story
Both Jeramie Mullis and Amy Anderson know firsthand the impact the American Heart Association can have on a family hoping to save a life. Thanks to the great work of the American Heart Association, they’re making strides to help save hearts and lives. Dad, Jeramie and grandma, Amy – both BCBSNC employees – found out […]
4 Ways Your Local Food Bank is Fighting Hunger All Year Long
If you’ve ever donated to a neighborhood, company or school food drive, you’ve helped make a difference for hungry families in your community. It’s an easy and direct way to help ease hunger. But did you ever wonder what happens after the cans are collected? Food banks all around North Carolina work every day to […]
Our Employees Are Walking a Billion Steps Toward Better Health
Walking a billion steps might seem like a big challenge, but that’s just what our CEO, Brad Wilson, has asked us to do as a company. And we’re already halfway there. So What Exactly is The Billion Step Challenge? The Billion Step Challenge doesn’t just encourage employees, family and friends to reach 10,00 steps a […]
Creating the Life You Want: Words from Stefanie Zizzo On Vision and Success
This past week our Women’s Employee Network (WEN), one of nine employee networks at BCBSNC, invited Stefanie Zizzo, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), to share tips with our employees about “Creating the Life You Want.” Stefanie addressed over 80 employees, and spoke about how we can take control of our lives to achieve personal and professional success. […]
Careers & Culture, Employee Spotlights, Life at Blue Cross NC
How Nefertiti Lost Over 90 Pounds and Gained Her Best Self
We’ve said it before, but it’s true: Our employees are amazing and inspiring. Today I want to tell you about Nef and her incredible weight loss journey. Her secret? Hard work, tenacity, and optimism. She’s a great example of how using the right tools (in this case using our onsite wellness opportunities) and truly impressive commitment, […]
