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...

Not Just Maternity and Menopause: How to Build a Multigenerational Women’s Health Strategy

by Emily Shaw | Jun 26, 2024 | employee wellbeing, strategy

While maternity and menopause are significant aspects of women’s health, they represent just a fraction of the broader spectrum of needs throughout a woman’s life. From menstrual health to mental wellness, and from reproductive care to chronic disease...

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....

The business case for employee benefits: Cost vs ROI

by Emily Shaw | Jan 31, 2024 | employee wellbeing, strategy

In the midst of rising costs, there’s an ever-growing pressure to manage business budgets and maximise return-on-investment. This issue is compounded by a fierce competition for the best talent, evolving employee expectations, macro challenges and consumer disruption....

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...