Wellness

These three tactics can stop employees from underutilizing their benefits (even when preventive care is fully covered), which is a recipe for absenteeism, long-term poor health outcomes and employee resentment.

With the stress and upheaval of the pandemic still having an impact on the workplace, employers also are putting a new focus and emphasis on behavioral health, including substance use.

This can be an opportunity for employers to share practical financial wellness solutions through live seminars, video classes, training available online and face-to-face conversations.

Two thought leaders - and hosts of Out Front Ideas webinar series - review the biggest challenges and new developments expected to impact health care, retention and employee benefits in the coming year.

Establish the level of workplace flexibility that balances employee needs and desires with company goals, regardless of what the forecasters say.

HR leaders should take time to purposefully review their reward and benefits packages and consider if their efforts and budgets are being directed to programs that will have the most impact for employees.