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2024 is reshaping work-family benefits, with trends like pet leave, grandparental leave, and elder care support entering the mix. Add flexible work schedules and mental health resources, and it’s clear companies are adapting to new employee needs. But what’s the cost? These benefits can boost retention and engagement, but they also increase complexity and expenses for employers. Balancing inclusive policies with operational efficiency will be a critical challenge. Are these perks a win-win—or just a new balancing act for HR teams? https://lnkd.in/gBbpzWpK

Offering competitive work-family employee benefits is becoming a business necessity. Knowing this (based on research), employers have an opportunity to gain a competitive advantage by investing in work-family benefits in 2025. #HereToHelp

Offering competitive work-family employee benefits is becoming a business necessity. In a 2024 survey, 94% of workers described family benefits as either “important” or “extremely important.” Four key trends from 2024 can help employers respond to employees' increasing demand for better work-family benefits.

Offering competitive work-family employee benefits is becoming a business necessity. This year, 94% of workers described family benefits as “important” or “extremely important,” in a survey by Ovia Health. Nearly three-quarters of those surveyed said they would switch companies for better family benefits. https://ow.ly/hSxs50Uqm4M

Great new study highlighting the importance of employee benefits from Nayya partner MetLife. Data like this forms the foundation of how savvy employers and consultants build compelling, high ROI benefits plans.

MetLife's latest Employee Benefits Trends Study highlights that when employers demonstrate care, employees are happier, healthier, and more engaged overall. Read on to learn more about what "demonstrating care" actually means to employees (benefits play a massive role!) ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ePdAi-H6 #employeebenefits #workforcetrends

📈 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 The workplace has evolved dramatically, especially post-pandemic, highlighting the critical role of employee benefits in attracting and retaining top talent. Here are some compelling insights: • 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐯𝐬. 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: While most firms offer health benefits, only a fraction of employees believe in the quality provided. • 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞: Access to paid sick leave is widespread, yet paid family leave remains limited. Childcare-related leaves are on the rise, reflecting a shift towards more inclusive benefit policies. • 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Flexible work setups are not yet commonplace, with only a minority having access to flexible schedules or workplaces. As we navigate these changes, the alignment of benefit offerings with employee needs is more crucial than ever. Dive deeper into the statistics and strategies that can help shape a more engaging and supportive workplace. 📊 #EmployeeBenefits #WorkplaceCulture #HR #BenefitsGuyatUSI

This session was fantastic and really had me thinking about my employees taking on work and for those who took on work when I was on a 12 week leave. The insights they shared left me in disbelief. We often focus so much energy on those on leave, which is great. We should!! BUTTTT let’s not forget those who are taking on the workload. Let’s look out for those employees as well! Let’s minimize burnout, dissatisfaction and workplace anxiety and lean in and support our employees.

With so many benefits options available, it can be overwhelming for organizations looking to make smart choices for their employees. Below, we’ll cover the fundamentals of employee benefits offerings. Frank B. Mengert #EmployeeBenefits

How can businesses ensure their employee benefits offering is relevant to a multigenerational workforce? Broadstone's Employee benefits Director, Craig Williams, spoke to HR magazine about the evolving generational trends in the workforce, retaining younger workers and how employers can tailor their benefits strategy to facilitate these unique needs. Find out more by clicking on the article below 🔽