The amended version of the American Health Care Act, which narrowly passed out of the House of Representatives last week, faces an uncertain fate in the Senate, where several Republicans are already airing concerns over the bill the White House is touting as a repeal of the Affordable Care Act.

More than 57 million Americans face mental illness in some form every year. Research shows the direct and indirect costs of mental health issues can actually have more of an impact on an employer's bottom line than physical health.

Weve all seen (and probably created) publicity related to open enrollment periods; invitations to meet with benefit counselors and similar event-based notices. Posters are placed in common areas and table tents festoon conference tables and lunchrooms.

The ongoing transformation of the benefits industry and health care world continues to have a dramatic impact on the role of the broker. But while changes in areas like technology, regulation and products continue to occur at a breakneck pace, many brokers career paths still follow familiar patterns. So, what...