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HR Tips & Tricks

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May 8, 2025
HR Tips & Tricks

How to build an employee benefits strategy that drives real usage

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.
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How to build an employee benefits strategy that drives real usage
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.
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HR for HR: why prioritizing your wellbeing is essential—and how to do it
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.
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Why HR leaders can't overlook the importance of long-term disability insurance
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.
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What are ancillary benefits? A practical guide with 15 examples
Ancillary employee benefits — like wellness programs, flexible work options, and financial wellness tools — go beyond traditional offerings to support employees' full lives and boost satisfaction, productivity, and retention. This guide breaks down the types of ancillary benefits, how to implement them effectively, and why they’re essential in a modern, people-first workplace. With actionable tips and real-world examples, it's your roadmap to building a benefits package that truly stands out.
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How HR teams are changing benefits to support the whole person
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.
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