SO…WHAT’S AN EMPLOYEE BENEFIT STATEMENT? Sometimes referred to as total compensation statements, hidden paycheck statements, or total rewards statements, an employee benefit statement is a communication piece that shows each employee the total value of their compensation package. An effective benefit statement should be simple, clear, dynamic, and personalized for each employee. It should tell […]
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Total Compensation Statements: mail out, handout, or online distribution?
Total Compensation Statements: mail out, handout, or online distribution? If you are distributing total compensation statements to your employees by only one method, we recommend mailing to home addresses: There is greater opportunity for the spouse to see the statement if it arrives in the home mail box. They are often involved in the family […]
Company Branding Heightens Impact
Does your company have a brand image? It should. Your company brand tells your clients a story about you. It showcases who you are and what you represent and how you are different from your competitors. Corporate branding adds value to your product or service. It reminds your client about your service or product and […]
Employee Benefits Education – a benefit statement is the key!
Employee Benefits Education – a benefit statement is the key! Many companies these days provide numerous perks and benefits for their employees, unfortunately, a lot of employees may not understand or appreciate the full value of these benefits. One of the best ways to communicate the importance of the benefits available to them is through […]
Save Money with a Wellness Program
Save Money with a Wellness Program These days employees seem to be under more stress than ever. With having to juggle homes, families, finances and careers, this stress is essentially taking its toll on Americans’ health and well-being. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar levels are all risk factors for chronic health […]
Cafeteria Plans: What’s on your benefit menu?
Cafeteria Plans: What’s on your benefit menu? An attractive and comprehensive benefit menu is an invaluable aid to your company. Not only does it increase employee satisfaction and improve productivity, but it can also decrease hiring and training costs by lowering turnover and building company loyalty. A Section 125 Cafeteria Plan is an employee benefit […]
401(k) vs 401(a)?
401(k) The 401(k) is today’s most popular retirement plan. Employees may contribute pretax dollars to their plan up to an IRS limit of $18,000 this year, with a Catch Up contribution of an additional $6,000 if the employee will be at least 50 years old by December 31st. The employee may contribute through payroll deductions […]
Tips For Inspiring Employees
Any CEO knows that inspired employees are motivated employees. Those are the employees who will continue to work happy, hard, and be highly productive. So how exactly do you inspire your employees? Here are some great examples of how to keep your employees and your company successful. Be the good example. Remember, attitudes are contagious. […]
The Real Cost of Employee Turnover – and how to avoid it!
There are a number of factors that contribute to the cost of replacing an employee. Here are just a few: Overtime – for other employees and temporary staffing Advertising – search agency fees Time – sifting through resumes, interviewing, making contacts, arranging meetings, coordinating schedules Evaluation – background checks and testing, certifications Training – lost […]
The Many “Benefits” of Benefit Statements
Whether you’re an expert or new to providing Benefit Statements, do you really know the full value that Benefit Statements provide? Benefit Statements are more than a document with dollar values capturing that “bigger picture.” Benefit Statements can be used to help employees understand more about their benefits, emphasize what benefits are available, and much […]