From AI training to college prep: New benefits employees want
Employees are continuing to ask for support for their challenges both in and out of the workplace.
Mental Health
How ‘psychological first aid’ can help employees manage the stress of current events
When employees are impacted by current events, disaster or a crisis in their workplace, this organization shows up to offer immediate support and coping tools.
When a health scare happens, empathetic employers come out on top
From dealing with cancer diagnoses to lowering the costs of medications, employers are prioritizing health with benefits and policies.
What’s tanking your business? How to fix RTO, AI and more in 2024
Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, chief innovation officer at BetterUp, explains how employers can turn business challenges into advantages.
Fitness, diet, and mental health tips to boost wellness in 2024
Kim Waters, nutrition and wellness instructor at Wellbeats, shares how workers can live their healthiest year yet.
Benefits Think How to design inclusive benefit plans for today’s aging workforce
Age-specific offerings target risk areas and can help employees stay physically and mentally fit.
Jen Truscott
Aetna Clinical Solutions
Improve your focus in 2024 by banishing mental blocks
Almost 60% of employees will experience a mental block daily or weekly that prevents them from starting or completing important assignments.
HR and benefit leaders’ top 10 lessons to take into 2024
EBN's most-read op-eds of 2023 paint a picture of the strategies and considerations that will make the new year a success.
Benefits Think Low employee engagement? Executive functioning skills could be to blame
Poor time management and lack of focus can be signs of bigger issues, and employers can help.
Angela Nelson
RethinkCare
75% of employees feel guilty over taking time off
Employees stress about adding additional work to a colleague's plate while taking PTO.
How to help employees fill child care gaps during the holidays
Whether wrapping up yearly reports — or presents — employees can use some help when it comes to making sure their kids are covered while they work.
Benefits Think It’s time to benchmark mental health at work
Resources are available to help employers measure and improve their mental health support within the workplace.
Dr. Shawn Griffin
URAC
Bah humbug! Skip these distracting holiday songs in the workplace
Songs with lower beats per minute are more conducive to productive work than upbeat tunes.
Child care, mental health and neurodiversity will top HR priorities in 2024
Leaders share the benefits, programs and priorities that will shape the workplace.
3 ways to support sober employees during holiday party season
The holidays can be challenging for people in recovery for drug and alcohol addictions, but there are ways to navigate the season with the right support.
5 benefits that will rule 2024
The chief well-being officer from EY and chief people officer from Headspace reveal what benefits will be vital to employee productivity and retention.
‘Tis the season for social anxiety: Help employees cope during the holiday party rush
Dr. Raafat Girgis, medical director and psychiatrist at Moment of Clarity Mental Health Center, breaks down why employers should take social anxiety seriously.
How EY is gamifying mental health and fitness
A competitive take on healthy habits helps EY spread success throughout its organization.
Mental health trends and predictions for 2024, according to Lyra
Lyra Health's latest research reveals some important changes that can be made around employee expectations to improve mental health outcomes.
Spotify Wrapped for work: 10 songs to boost productivity
Listening to the right music can improve mood and productivity during a long work day.
