by The Drury Group (September 8, 2020)

This Compliance Overview summarizes a number of the notice and disclosure requirements that apply to group health plans and employers under federal laws.

by Charles Pareigis (November 28, 2018)

Work is an excellent place for sharing! We share our ideas, responsibilities and even our germs with our coworkers every day. 

by The Drury Group (October 15, 2018)

With open enrollment just around the corner, now is the perfect time to make sure you have everything ready to help your employees make this enrollment the best yet. Use this checklist to get a jump-start – and let us know how we can help.

by Charles Pareigis (September 12, 2018)

If you provide your employees with healthcare coverage, you’re probably keeping a wary eye on the market right about now. And yet health benefits are still considered the most desirable employee offering, with a solid 88% of survey respondents saying it played a major role in where they applied for jobs.

by Mike Henson (August 2, 2018)

A benefits consultant’s job goes well beyond reaching out to you once a year to provide your renewal notice. He or she should serve as extension of your HR team and provide true consulting services on an ongoing basis.

by Charles Pareigis (June 22, 2018)

The summer sun is shining, the outdoor fun has begun, and National Hydration Day happens to fall during June! So how does your brain function with the proper amount of H2O?

by Charles Pareigis (May 8, 2018)

The numbers on high blood pressure (HBP) are equally well-documented and staggering to say nothing of hypertension and other cardiovascular ailments. Bottom line: Employees with high blood pressure affect your bottom line. So, what can you do as an employer to help employees become a little more heart healthy? Lots of things, actually.

by Charles Pareigis (April 6, 2018)

Eat healthier. Travel more. Spend more time with friends and family. While you can’t force your employees to prepare for the future, you have the power to make it more lucrative for them to do so. Learn how.

by The Drury Group (February 1, 2018)

Now that the flurry of pre-communications, employee meetings, countless questions, and one-on-one conversations has come to an end and your open enrollment is finally over, it’s time to assess how it went.

by The Drury Group (2 years ago)

We wanted to take a closer look at the benefits of healthy, happy employees – and show you how it can even help your bottom line. View the infographic to learn more, and reach out to us to talk about an employee benefit program that works for your company.

by Mike Henson (December 5, 2018)

The New Year is almost here, and benefits are buzzing! Here are the top five benefits employers are looking to add to their benefits package this coming year.

by Mike Henson (November 9, 2018)

Have you seen the recent Progressive commercial where Flo emerges from fauna deep within a jungle somewhere to encounter a ‘tribe’ of people no one can understand?

by Mike Henson (October 3, 2018)

With five generations now in the workforce, offering a vast array of benefits that appeal to all times of an employee’s career – those just entering the workforce to those getting ready to retire – has never been more crucial. In fact, 75% of employees saying they’d likely accept a new job if offered the ability to customize their benefits to meet their needs.

by The Drury Group (August 17, 2018)

It’s no surprise employers are constantly seeking ways to cut their benefits costs when it’s often one of the biggest items on the budget. The question is: How? 

by Mike Henson (July 2, 2018)

You may have heard about a shift in healthcare from traditional fee-for-service-based care to value-based care. But, what’s the difference?

by Mike Henson (June 4, 2018)

According to a survey, there’s an unsettling number of employees who take work home with them. The number of people who put in more than the standard eight- or nine-hour workday is significant. So, why do some employers resist the growing trend of flexible work locations and schedules?

by The Drury Group (May 2, 2018)

Employees today are used to gathering info and buying directly online with the push of a button. These same expectations extend to their benefits selection process.

by Charles Pareigis (March 22, 2018)

Money is a magnet for attracting top-level talent for any organization. But it’s not always the ultimate pull in retaining it, especially when factoring in the age of the talent in question. Let’s break down the things that build up each generation’s spirits in terms of benefit preferences.

by The Drury Group (2 years ago)

It’s that time again: Time to start preparing for your benefits enrollment. Making sure it’s a smooth, successful experience for your employees is easy when you follow these eight steps.

by Charles Pareigis (December 4, 2018)

Around the holidays, businesses need extra help, and many workers are looking for some extra cash before the end of the year. Sound like a match made in heaven? 

by Charles Pareigis (October 23, 2018)

Did you know that 73% of employees believe their employer is responsible for the health and well-being of their employees? And…that 82% of employers agree?

by Mike Henson (September 17, 2018)

It’s back-to-school season again! Perhaps it’s time to consider sending your employees back to school, too.

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In an information economy, education is the greatest tool a business can wield. The best part is that education is a commodity that can’t be taken from you once you have it – it’s an inexhaustible resource.

by Mike Henson (August 6, 2018)

Education is important to a business environment. But obtaining that education is becoming increasingly more expensive. The Center for Retirement Research (CRR) recently unveiled a startling study.

by Charles Pareigis (July 9, 2018)

Being the boss can be tough. People are dependent on you to give them direction and lead the charge. It’s not just about making the right decision at the right time; it’s also about uniting your team and raising them up to take on any challenge the business world can throw at them.

by Charles Pareigis (May 15, 2018)

Everything is moving towards digital, and counseling is no exception. Healthcare isn’t just yearly check-ups anymore. Today, almost everyone has health and wellness apps on their phone.

by Charles Pareigis (April 19, 2018)

These days, many Americans are living longer into their retired years. If you’re fortunate enough to have a decent nest egg, why not take the time to ensure it will be well-spent?

by The Drury Group (February 21, 2018)

One of your faithful employees has been counting down the weeks, and it’s finally here: Their big vacation. They’re ready to shut down, rejuvenate and turn off those email notifications — or are they?

by The Drury Group (2 years ago)

This ebook shares the top five ways to overcome effective communication obstacles, educate employees and get them engaged in the benefits process. If you'd like to learn more once you read the ebook, we'd be happy to talk.