Notes from our expert team.

Burnout is rising, and HR leaders must act by prioritizing work-life balance as both a compassionate and strategic initiative. This blog explores how to improve work-life balance for employees through flexible policies, mental health support, caregiver benefits, and cultural change—while highlighting the measurable ROI of doing so. With actionable steps and real-world examples, it equips HR teams to build a more resilient, engaged, and productive workforce.

Designing benefits packages that employees will actually use requires a modern approach rooted in personalization, accessibility, and data-driven decision-making. By leveraging technology, communicating year-round, and aligning offerings with evolving employee needs, HR leaders can reduce friction, improve engagement, and deliver measurable value.

HR professionals support employees, but who supports HR? Without strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout, their wellbeing—and effectiveness—suffers. This blog explores key insights from our webinar with Kara Grenier on building resilience, setting boundaries, and creating a sustainable HR strategy.

Many employees believe they’re protected if illness or injury strikes, but few have access to adequate long-term disability (LTD) insurance. This blog explores the importance of long-term disability insurance and why HR leaders should prioritize it in their benefits strategy. It highlights the groups most at risk—such as high earners and employees with family obligations—and outlines steps to strengthen LTD coverage. By closing gaps and educating employees, organizations can safeguard financial security, improve retention, and build a more resilient workforce.

In a recent panel hosted by Nava Benefits, top HR leaders from Thrive, Ledbetter Global Advisory, and Rightway shared how employee wellbeing has become the foundation of great workplaces — not just a perk. From Gen Z’s evolving expectations to the power of leadership modeling and data-driven design, the conversation explored how companies can build benefits that truly support people’s lives. This blog unpacks key takeaways and actionable ideas for creating a more caring, flexible, and resilient workforce.

Creating an inclusive benefits strategy means meeting the unique needs of a multi-generational workforce—from Gen Z to Baby Boomers. By offering flexible work, caregiver leave, healthcare options, and professional development, employers can support employees at every stage of life. The right mix of benefits boosts engagement, retention, and overall satisfaction across age groups.

With rising regulatory scrutiny and an increase in class action lawsuits, fiduciary responsibilities in health benefits are more important than ever. This blog breaks down key fiduciary duties, common missteps, and practical steps HR leaders can take to protect their organizations and ensure compliance.

This blog dives into the must-have employee benefits that help support women at work. Offering these perks can make the workplace more inclusive and empowering, keeping employees happy and building long-term loyalty.

Menopause and perimenopause can be challenging for women in the workplace as they navigate the physical and mental symptoms, and face stigma. HR leaders and employers can offer a range of benefits that support all areas of menopause, from physical symptoms to support at work.

Employers face unique challenges in providing mental health benefits. Through our partnership with Headway, we make it easier by offering accessible, cost-effective support—at no extra charge for our clients. Starting today, all Nava clients have access to Headway through the Nava Benefits App. With just a few taps, employees can find and book an in-network therapist, confirming insurance coverage and securing an appointment in days, not weeks or months.

From scientific breakthroughs to equitable policies, these iconic women transformed healthcare and paved the way for a better future.

Employee benefits are one of the most powerful tools available to companies looking to up their retention and recruiting games. Companies offering standout holistic benefits that truly care for the whole person — and their families — are leading the way. Review this list of the companies with the best benefits for employees to get some inspiration and refine your own employee benefits strategy.