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  • Be coachable: how brokers can stay out of their own way

    Eric Silverman | April 25, 2018

    Trust the experts to know how to overcome objections and close the sale.

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    The tax credit allows employers to claim a credit for a certain percentage of their employees’ wages, but there is a long list of qualifications attached.

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    Employers are increasingly attempting to help improve employees’ financial literacy in new and different ways.

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    Companies aren’t exactly throwing themselves into providing the kind of personalized benefits that could mean the most to employees.

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    Jose Pagan | April 17, 2018

    The aging working population is growing and so are workers’ comp claims and the issues affecting them.

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    6 factors to consider when looking for a voluntary-benefits outsourcing firm

    Peter Marcia | April 16, 2018

    Partnering with an outsourcing firm enables employers to combine a voluntary benefit strategy with a holistic approach that aligns with the company’s benefit objectives.

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    Marlene Satter | April 16, 2018

    Workers are looking for more commitment to their personal success by employers and a human connection that takes their personal identity into account on the job.

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    What we can learn from the travel, entertainment and transportation industries

    Vinay Gidwaney | April 14, 2018

    At this year's BenefitsPRO Broker Expo, Vinay Gidwaney will be discussing how the insurance industry will be affected by the same disruption that has revolutionized the travel and entertainment industries.

  • News

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    U.S. businesses are lowering educational requirements for some groups of workers, as well as increasing telework.

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    Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 12, 2018

    Younger workers are still more likely to job hop, and workers with a college degree or higher see the most benefit in changing jobs every few years.

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    Brokers have the power to demand change in voluntary benefits delivery

    Gil Lowerre and Bonnie Brazzell | April 12, 2018

    If brokers demand changes and improvements today, they are more likely to get their way.

  • Analysis

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    Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 12, 2018

    “The more the merrier” does not always apply when it comes to benefits, especially if it results in confusion and low employee engagement.

  • News

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    57 percent of benefit advisors are receiving regular requests from their clients for benefits that provide identity theft protection for their workers.

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    Employers delving deeper into voluntary benefits

    Marlene Satter | April 11, 2018

    Voluntary benefits are becoming more entrenched as part of a company's core employee benefit strategy.

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    David Polen | April 10, 2018

    It’s not an option: employees demand quality dental insurance.

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    9 voluntary solutions for today's diverse workforce

    Nicholas Park | April 10, 2018

    From baby boomers to Generation Z, today's employers need to offer a range of voluntary benefits that appeal to many different types of employees.

  • Quick Takes

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    Marty Traynor | April 06, 2018

    If you’re fascinated by an idea, you will not only respond favorably (buy it), you will also continue to favor it (own it) and potentially become an advocate (sell it).

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    Chris Dugan | April 06, 2018

    Discuss these tips with plan sponsors to help overcome employees’ typical behavioral finance tendencies and make retirement planning seem simpler and more attainable.

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    A well-rounded benefits package can go a long way toward making workers happy enough to stay where they are, even when a better pay offer comes along.

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    How to reach today's potential life insurance buyers

    John Holloway | March 30, 2018

    For companies looking to maintain and possibly grow life insurance sales through this downturn, Insurtech companies are a welcomed ally.

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    Nick Turner | March 29, 2018

    The move bolsters McDonald’s Archways to Opportunity program, an effort started in 2015 to help workers earn a high school diploma, pay for college tuition or learn English.

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    Christin Kuretich | March 26, 2018

    Critical illness insurance was born due to the soaring medical bills people found themselves shackled with after surviving a critical health event, such…

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    Expanding and simplifying benefits packages to increase engagement

    Dinesh Sheth | March 20, 2018

    The sheer amount of benefits provided to employees can be vast, but it is important that they are aware of value of what they receive.

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    Legal benefits company charged in $30M loan fraud

    P.J. D'Annunzio | March 20, 2018

    Federal prosecutors on Friday announced charges against the owner of a legal benefits company for allegedly defrauding multiple lenders out of $30 million.

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    Automation, gig work and other reasons millennials fear the future

    Jack Craver | March 15, 2018

    Today’s young workers believe that major changes are in store when it comes to work and retirement, and they’re far from optimistic about all of it.

  • Research

    Recommendation tools make a big impact on employees' benefit selection

    Marlene Satter | March 15, 2018

    Employees are more likely to purchase products recommended to them than those who bypass the recommendation engine and shop on their own.

  • Best Practices

    Behavioral enrollment, part 2: Influence

    Marty Traynor | March 14, 2018

    Last month, we considered some principles of behavioral economics as they apply to enrollment. This month, let's consider techniques to help influence employee behavior.

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    More employers offering relocation services for spouses

    Jack Craver | March 12, 2018

    Increasingly, partners regard each other’s careers as equally important, meaning that both have to find good jobs before moving to a new place.

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    Generational differences in benefit preferences

    Emily Payne | March 06, 2018

    When it comes to voluntary benefits, millennials have different priorities than Gen Xers and Boomers.

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    What are the attributes of a good voluntary benefit?

    Gil Lowerre and Bonnie Brazzell | March 06, 2018

    There are at least two components common to most successful products: benefit strategy relevance and program mechanics.

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    Millennials, now parents, see voluntary benefits differently

    Danielle Lehman | March 05, 2018

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    Millennials, tech industry driving adoption of paid leave programs

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  • Best Practices

    Beyond wellness: Workplace health initiatives that work

    Rob Piazza | March 02, 2018

    Done properly, employee health programs can indeed be a powerful tool in reducing health care costs – a necessity for employers struggling to keep up with the rising medical trend, as all benefits managers and brokers know.

  • News

    Companies are turning to $1,200 cribs to woo talent

    Rebecca Greenfield | March 01, 2018

    Any best-in-class employer worth its salt gives its employees a generous chunk of paid time off when they have kids. One really trying to brand itself family-friendly gives them the Snoo.

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    Hospital indemnity: meeting today’s workforce needs

    Danielle Lehman, senior voluntary product manager, The Standard | February 28, 2018

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    Danielle Lehman | February 28, 2018

    It's important for employees to know before they get hurt about products like hospital indemnity that can help offset coverage gaps, and how technology solutions have been created to better prepare for the unexpected.

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    Higher-income workers feel more secure with workplace benefits

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    According to the MassMutual Workplace Benefits Study, among middle-income workers, 58 percent say they feel more secure because of those workplace benefits—but that leaves out an awful lot of workers.

  • News

    CVS sued over mandatory mail-order program

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    The suit, which seeks class action certification, claims that the pharmacy giant’s insurance plan violates plaintiffs’ privacy by forcing them to buy their HIV/AIDS medication at retail CVS stores or have them mailed to their home.

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    The suit, which seeks class action certification, claims that the pharmacy giants insurance plan violates plaintiffs privacy by forcing them to buy their HIV/AIDS medication at retail CVS stores or have them mailed to their home.

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    According to the MassMutual Workplace Benefits Study, among middle-income workers, 58 percent say they feel more secure because of those workplace benefitsbut that leaves out an awful lot of workers.

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    Ann D. Clark, Gilbert Manzano | February 26, 2018

    In 2017 alone, extreme weather and natural disasters caused a total of $306 billion in damages across the U.S. This age of crisis calls for brokers and consultants to take on a new role: to become strategic partners in crisis readiness.

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    Ann D. Clark and Gilbert Manzano | February 26, 2018

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    Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 23, 2018

    While many small employers want to give time off for caregiving, many simply don’t have the ability to pay workers during that time.

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    Marlene Satter | February 23, 2018

    The DOJ's antitrust division will be announcing indictments over no-poach agreements and “naked wage-fixing” agreements over the next few months.

  • Analysis

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    Allison Bell | February 23, 2018

    The number of U.S. residents under the age of 65 who had HSAs increased to 17.9 million in 2017, from 15.5 million in 2016, according to new National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data.

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    While many small employers want to give time off for caregiving, many simply dont have the ability to pay workers during that time.

  • “No-poach” agreements could bring jail time

    Marlene Satter | February 23, 2018

    The DOJ's antitrust division will be announcing indictments over no-poach agreements and naked wage-fixing agreements over the next few months.

  • HSA use increasing among those under 65

    Allison Bell | February 23, 2018

    The number of U.S. residents under the age of 65 who had HSAs increased to 17.9 million in 2017, from 15.5 million in 2016, according to new National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data.

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Resources

  • Social Media Playbook: 10 Best Practices for Brokers

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  • HSA Bank Health & Wealth Index

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    This comprehensive study examines key research findings that will help you ensure your clients’ employees live healthier now and in their retirement.

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  • How to Help Your Clients Be Prepared for DOL Audits

    From ThinkHR

    Do you know what your clients need to do to be prepared for a DOL audit? Get more information to help them avoid costly consequences.

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  • The Expanding Role of a Benefits Broker

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    Discover why and how you must evolve to better meet your clients' changing needs.

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  • 2018 Specialty Drug Trends: What Brokers Should Expect

    From Truveris

    Help clients better understand the rising costs of specialty medication and how to ease the burden on employees.

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  • The Training Solution That Can Save Your Clients Thousands

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    Your clients’ employees want more learning opportunities and you can show your value by helping clients improve their training programs.

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  • 3 Key Steps to Off-Cycle Sessions with Clients

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    Is your off-cycle strategy on point? Use this tool to prepare for off-cycle client meetings.

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  • Cyber Security 101: Coaching CEOs

    From CyberScout

    Data breaches can come from many different entry points, and it’s usually not the IT department. Your clients need a well-thought out, well-executed plan in place now.

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  • Find the Answer to High Deductible Health Plan Grumbles

    From ArmadaCare

    High deductible health plans help lower premiums, but also bring new frustrations in rising out-of-pocket costs. Learn how to offer a different solution for clients and their employees.

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  • Growing Your Voluntary Portfolio the Right Way: Strategies for Introducing New Benefits

    From CyberScout

    Learn how to maximize efforts and avoid wasting time while expanding your voluntary benefits portfolio.

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  • 10 Ways to Save Your Clients from Competitors

    From ThinkHR

    Don’t lose your clients to the competition. Act now to build a rock-solid wall of retention around your book of business.

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  • Networking: 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

    From Assurity Life Insurance Company

    Don’t be left behind if you’re unfamiliar with modern networking know-how and social media best practices. Get better networking skills now!

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  • Fixed Indemnity Medical Plans: How to Cover Hourly Workers

    From BCS

    Help your clients with hourly workers provide medical coverage for those employees, while still protecting their bottom line.

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  • After a Tough Renewal Season, Time to Get Back Out There and Prospect

    From ThinkHR

    Don’t let this time go to waste -- now is the time to talk to potential clients left aching after a troublesome renewal period.

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  • Video: How to Make a Healthcare Broker's Day Smoother

    From ArmadaCare

    A broker’s day is never boring, but there are steps you can take to make it easier.

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  • Broker Tool: Help Clients Understand Updated HIPAA Rules

    From ThinkHR

    What you and clients don’t know about HIPAA compliance could hurt. Make sure your clients have the information they need.

    Download Resource ›

  • Solving the Healthcare Cost Seesaw Dilemma: What's a Trusted Consultant to Do?

    From ArmadaCare

    It is difficult to help your clients overcome both rising benefits costs and the hidden costs of recruiting and retaining talent. Discover solutions now.

    Download Resource ›

  • Five Key Areas Where Brokers Can Make an Enormous Difference

    From ThinkHR

    Learn how focusing on delivering the type of results that employers need or desire can increase competitive advantage in the marketplace.

    Download Resource ›

  • Tips on Getting Your Foot in the CFO's Door

    From ThinkHR

    Getting in front of a CFO can be the final piece of the sales puzzle, but brokers need to be prepared. Use these tips and a checklist to ensure you can do just that.

    Download Resource ›

  • Don't Just Deliver Bad News -- Solve Insurance Problems

    From ThinkHR

    Tough news about rate hikes doesn’t have to wreck your client relationships. Learn how to use bad news to show you’re an ally.

    Download Resource ›

  • Tips to Show Your Value to Clients, Throughout the Year

    From ThinkHR

    Learn how to illustrate your true value all year and grow your business!

    Download Resource ›

  • 3 Key Steps to Retaining Clients

    From ThinkHR

    Use these tips to ensure your clients remain loyal because of your value, not because of your quotes.

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  • Your Renewal Nightmare -- There's a New CFO in Town

    From ThinkHR

    A management shake-up doesn’t automatically mean you will lose a client. Learn how to overcome this tough challenge and keep your important accounts.

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  • Your Renewal Nightmare: Losing a Top Client

    From ThinkHR

    Keep competitors from scooping up your best accounts by showing clients your value.

    Download Resource ›

  • Broker Tool: Why Critical Illness Insurance?

    From Assurity Life Insurance Company

    Help your clients and their employees understand the difference critical illness insurance can make when these types of illnesses happen.

    Download Resource ›

  • Help Clients Say Goodbye to Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Expenses

    From ArmadaCare

    Use this infographic to learn a new strategy that helps your clients combat out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.

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  • Why Offering Executive Medical Reimbursement Remains a Viable Option

    From ArmadaCare

    Your clients can still offer executive health plans in a post-ACA landscape. Discover how it's still possible.

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  • Benefits by the Numbers

    From ArmadaCare

    With so much change going on in the benefits industry, this infographic is a handy tool to keep in your back pocket.

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  • 4 Hot Health Insurance Trends

    From ArmadaCare

    As you work with clients, it is important to understand how these trends are influencing the benefits world.

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  • Do the Math: Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs

    From ArmadaCare

    Your clients’ top performers are likely spending over $10K on healthcare expenses each year on routine expenses alone. Watch this video to see how it adds up!

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  • 10 Things to Eliminate from Your Group Insurance Vocabulary (and What to Say Instead)

    From Assurity Life Insurance Company

    You know how this industry works, but your clients may not. Remove these 10 terms from your vocabulary to reassure clients.

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  • How to Choose an Insurance Carrier: A Broker Checklist

    From Assurity Life Insurance Company

    Even if you’re not actively searching for a new carrier, this checklist can help you make sure you’re in the right place, with the right people, and at the right company.

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  • 9 Reasons Why Your Clients Should Offer Voluntary Benefits

    From Assurity Life Insurance Company

    Help clients understand how offering their employees voluntary options enriches their organization and brings in better talent.

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