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...

The future of work – Key trends in employee benefits

by Emily Shaw | Nov 20, 2023 | culture, employee wellbeing, strategy

As the world continues to evolve, there’s a diverging approach emerging as to how companies navigate some of the changes catalysed by the pandemic. There’s undoubtedly a huge amount of uncertainty, as companies try to understand employee sentiment around hybrid...

Inclusivity, agility and authenticity: Creating a benefits strategy that makes an impact

by Emily Shaw | Aug 30, 2023 | culture, employee wellbeing, strategy

In today’s competitive talent landscape, attracting and retaining top talent has become a significant challenge for many organisations. One of the effective ways to address this challenge is by developing a comprehensive employee benefits strategy that goes...