Wellness

It's a critical time for employees who are trying to make the best financial decisions for themselves and their families, with the pressures of health care costs, and financial planning for the new year all amplifying that stress.

At this year's BenefitsPRO Broker Expo, four industry leaders shared their stories about rediscovering their purpose and what led them down their path.

Federal law generally does not entitle private-sector employees to paid sick leave, but 17 states and the District of Columbia have laws that require employers to provide paid sick leave to their employees.

"Taking care of yourself is a public service to the other people on your team," Harris says.

As sharply rising health care premiums eat into workers' pay, young, healthy professionals are rejecting employer-sponsored insurance. Instead, they're going without coverage or finding cheaper options, saying they can't afford to be on the company plan.

In a fireside chat, Mia Hamm emphasizes that true greatness stems from a relentless commitment to learning, empowering others, and fostering a team-first culture built on consistent preparation and mutual appreciation.