Open enrollment is almost here and it’s time to commit to a benefits decision support solution. As you evaluate your options, we know that the process can feel overwhelming. With all of the tools available on the market, it can be difficult to determine which one will work best for your organization’s (and your employees’) needs. But, you’re in luck - we’ve compiled our top tips to ensure you choose the right benefits decision support solution this year.
Most Millennials are now seasoned professionals, and the competition to recruit them is fierce. So, if you want your company to be an employer of choice among this workforce-dominating generation, you must tailor your benefits package and administrative approach to their needs. According to a recent AFLAC survey, 34% of Millennials have rejected a job offer due to dissatisfaction with the benefits provided.
Your workforce is becoming increasingly diverse, and in order to stay competitive, your benefits have to follow suit. That means your suite of perks must cater to the unique needs of women, people of color, LGBTQ+ team members, veterans, workers with disabilities, and every other group that you employ. According to the recent Willis Towers Watson Emerging Trends in Health Care Survey, more than 70% of polled employers plan to redesign their benefits using a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens as their guide.
Sure, your employees want a great salary and a prestigious job title. But, more importantly, they want to work for a company that cares about them. Fortunately, your organization can easily demonstrate appreciation and respect for your team members by offering a company culture and benefits package that truly supports them and their needs. If you’re not sure where to begin, you’ve come to the right place - we’re here to help you get a head start by sharing the top employee benefits your organization should be offering.
So your last team member has enrolled in their benefits, and you breathe a huge sigh of relief that open enrollment is over. But, while you should celebrate for a moment, it’s important to remember that your work isn’t done yet. Your employees will still need your support throughout the year. Here's what your employees need after open enrollment to get the most out of their benefits.
The new year is (finally) here -- and with it comes new hiring goals. As your company continues to grow, you're probably preparing to onboard several new team members during the first quarter while also working to meet the needs of current high-performing employees.
In this day and age, the presence of a strong employer brand is becoming more and more important to both job seekers and current employees. While the employer brand your company builds and maintains has always been integral to its success, over the past few years (and especially now), employer brand and company culture are taking center stage.
