Employee Benefit News - November 2019

What employers are doing right — and wrong — can provide vital lessons for HR and benefits professionals seeking a road map that helps avoid mishaps along the way.

The head of people operations at the company says employers can use the tool for more than just communicating.

The employer is using guitars, bass and ukuleles to encourage mental and physical wellness in the workplace.

Two years after the Weinstein scandal broke and #MeToo was born, a training expert reviews the state of mandatory harassment training across the country.

A retirement expert discusses how employers can help the youngest generation in the workforce start planning for retirement.

The company will help its nearly 10,000 team members get paid early, organize and budget their money.

The Mexican-inspired restaurant chain is now covering 100% of employees’ tuition for select university programs.

Employees at the coffee company will now have access of up to $30,000 for fertility services.

The landscape is littered with misconceptions, strategy fails and just plain bad decisions, providing fertile ground for those seeking an education on what not to do.

Mental health issues in the workplace are much more prevalent than you might think — and Mental Illness Awareness Week (Oct. 6–12) is a great time for employers to raise awareness about some of the serious ripple effects.

Poor sleep costs employers more than $400 billion each year; a new sleep benefit addresses the issue via an expert-led sleep coaching program.

The coffee giant says it will offer employees an enhanced EAP program and a new meditation app, among other benefits.

Hourly employees will have access to a free debit card and bank account to help them stay on top of their finances.

The coaching app has added a new algorithm that pairs workers with a coach based on 150 variables.

The media giant has leveraged a variety of online tools to connect its 5,500 person workforce.

Employees are driving to the doctor’s office instead of using telehealth benefits. Here’s why.

Health savings accounts have unique features that can supplement career breaks and help bridge the gender pay gap.

In a tight labor market, employers competing for top talent are looking for human resources professionals who can help them differentiate themselves. These are the most sought-after roles.