Monthly Archive for April, 2010

GuideSpark announces monthly newsletter dedicated to financial wellness and benefits communications topics

Financial Wellness Update, GuideSpark’s new monthly email publication will be dedicated to providing Human Resources professionals with information, tips and best practices for implementing workplace Financial Wellness programs and establishing best-in-class Benefits Communications.

“Over the last two years, HR interest in effective approaches for helping employees understand their workplace benefits and solve their personal financial issues has grown considerably,” said John Wolff, Vice President, Business Development.  “This newsletter will serve as a platform for sharing what we’ve learned in a decade of experience helping employees in these areas.”

Sign-up for GuideSpark’s monthly newsletter here:
Financial Wellness and Benefits Communications newsletter

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Published by bbenedict on April 14, 2010

Snoopy Weighs in on Financial Wellness

MetLife released its 8th installment of its Annual Study of Benefits Trends on Monday.  In comparison to prior

Financial Wellness

Employee financial issues a central theme in this year's survey

years, the themes of employee financial security and benefits communications played a more prominent role than ever before.  This was a natural emphasis given the backdrop of economic volatility and a renewed employer focus on benefits cost control.

We wanted to highlight and provide my perspective on three key points that came out of this year’s study:

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Published by bbenedict on April 14, 2010

A $16 Million Benefits Communications Problem: CDHPs

One of the largest issue that our clients face is providing comprehensive and affordable health care for employees and

Benefits Communications

Focused Benefits Education Can Help You Drive CDHP Enrollment

their families.  In light of recent studies, employer interest in Consumer Driven Health Plans or CDHPs has grown tremendously.  In fact, a recent study by NBGH/Towers Watson finds that 54% of companies offer a CDHP and that number is expected to grow to 61% in 2011.

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Published by bbenedict on April 5, 2010