Wellbeing – is it working? Why employees still need more support.

by Erin Briscoe | May 28, 2025 | culture, employee wellbeing, strategy

Over the past decade, employee wellbeing has surged to the forefront of the HR zeitgeist; Googles searches increased by nearly 600% between 2014 and 2024: From mindfulness workshops and mental health days to flexible working and financial wellbeing schemes, many...

How to tackle presenteeism with employee benefits

by Erin Briscoe | Sep 23, 2024 | culture, employee wellbeing, strategy

Presenteeism is a growing concern in the modern workplace. It occurs when employees show up to work despite being physically or mentally unwell, often due to pressures such as job insecurity, workload, or a workplace culture that prioritises attendance over...

Unconscious Bias in Employee Benefits: Are HR leaders biased and what can they do about it?

by Emily Shaw | Jul 30, 2024 | culture, employee wellbeing, financial wellbeing

Over the past decade or so, unconscious bias has been a prominent consideration in the world of people management and hiring decisions. But it hasn’t often been used in the same context as employee benefits – and so we did the research. Are HR decision makers biased...

11 Ways to Improve Employee Wellbeing 

by Emily Shaw | Jul 18, 2024 | culture, employee wellbeing, financial wellbeing, strategy

Good employee wellbeing is a crucial aspect of a successful and thriving workplace; when employees feel valued and supported, companies could benefit from reduced absence, improved retention, and better productivity. Here are eleven effective ways to improve employee...

Five ways business leaders can support a culture of wellbeing

by Emily Shaw | May 22, 2024 | culture, employee wellbeing, strategy

In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, employee wellbeing is not just a ‘nice to have’ – it is a strategic imperative. An investment in wellbeing could enhance employee satisfaction and engagement, as well as improve productivity and talent retention....

Hybrid workforces: How to engage, nurture and retain hybrid employees with employee benefits

by Emily Shaw | Jan 17, 2024 | culture, employee benefits platform, employee wellbeing, strategy

In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, the concept of a hybrid workforce has become increasingly prevalent – with over three-quarters of UK businesses offering a hybrid option for employees[1]. As businesses continue to adapt to remote work, it is...