Employee Participation

Segal survey shows employees are highly aware of their mental health benefits, but affordability, scheduling challenges and limited workplace discussion continue to prevent many from seeking care.

"The strongest post-layoff recovery strategies tend to have one thing in common: They demonstrate continued investment in the people who remain," says Amanda Augustine, CPCC and resident career expert at Careerminds.

"Provider networks were the most important factor when choosing a health plan, outranking premiums and other plan features," the report said.

World Cup fever has taken over the U.S. in recent days, prompting some employers — even those with the most hardline approach to in-office work — to lean into flexibility.

"Changing jobs is a normal part of many workers' career paths, but it can also be an important turning point for retirement savings," said Craig Copeland, director of wealth benefits research for EBRI.

More than 8 in 10 employers are interested in using artificial intelligence to help workers better understand their benefits.