Benefits Think How HR leaders can engage Gen Z employees during open enrollment
The head of benefits at The Hartford shares advice on how to educate younger workers about their offerings.
Mike Fish
The Hartford
Workforce management
4 open enrollment tactics from a benefits veteran
Matt Eurey shares how the right strategy can help employees go from bystanders to informed, active participants in their benefits selection and usage.
Manager-led games: A benefit that catapults engagement
Getting people involved in communication-based apps and brainstorming activities promotes fun, creativity and connection.
A ‘micro-retirement’ may be the best way to retain Gen Z
Giving incoming generations the opportunity to take extended breaks in the middle of their careers could boost productivity and loyalty.
Benefits Think What not to do at open enrollment
The key to success is to trade in-person meetings for a virtual approach, texts over emails, avoid starting on a Monday, shorten the window and skip 1/1 effective dates.
Eric Silverman
Voluntary Benefits
Ghosts, goblins and… RTO? Employees share work fears
Remote.co's recent survey reveals that misunderstood tech, loss of benefits and unhealthy company culture are making workers feel insecure and unhappy.
How benefits can make the workplace better for single parents
Author Pat Hankin urges companies to confront their biases about single parents being unreliable.
‘Job hugging’ signals shift in worker priorities
Having a competitive benefits package can play a critical role in keeping employees motivated.
ezCater mixes time off, teambuilding to strike balance for staff
Voluntary weeklong collaborations in the home office, four-week sabbaticals and all-company gatherings keep workers connected, energized and engaged.
Benefits Think How smart companies are revolutionizing benefits enrollment
With November 1 fast approaching, here is a guide to making sure benefit offerings and communication are set up for maximum engagement.
2 strategies that help Gen Z understand their benefits better
The majority of Gen Z are using social media like TikTok and Instagram to learn about benefits instead of relying on benefit leaders.
Benefits can close the gap between financial and mental wellness
Access to resources and a work environment that prioritizes well-being makes workers less stressed and more motivated to perform.
Why personalized benefits are crucial to recruitment and retention
Economic uncertainty has hindered pay increases, making valued offerings essential for getting and keeping valuable talent.
Benefits Think How to develop the courage to confront discomfort
Confrontation isn't about conflict. It's about courage. It's the decision to stop avoiding the uncomfortable and to move toward honesty, clarity and respect.
Danielle Gibson
The Confrontationalist Podcast
How to close the benefits gap for female workers
More women than men provide benefits for their household, but research shows they are behind in their financial literacy and benefits education.
Dental benefits are the key to comprehensive menopause care
Women need better dental care in the form of additional cleanings, more expansive coverage and access to oral health information.
Benefits Think Employer strategies for recruiting new graduates
Being attuned to what young workers are looking for can help employers meet them where they are and bring fresh talent on board.
Lisa Schmidt
ADP
Benefits Think 5 steps to seeding employee-first communication
When employees feel valued, heard and understood, they're more engaged, productive and less likely to seek other job opportunities.
Biljana Rakic
CAKE.com
This Capital One employee utilized benefits to foster 50 children
Chelsea Brignac shares her journey of adopting her three children and fostering over 50 more.
5 workplace amenities that improve staff well-being
These benefits can transform your workplace into a space where your team can truly thrive.
