Think your benefits package is keeping up? Think again, Jessica

4 spicy takes on employee benefits HR leaders can't ignore

Traditional benefits are dead, Jessica. Employees demand benefits that actually make a difference. Here are four bold, game-changing realities to shake things up—because ‘same old’ won’t cut it anymore.

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Forget the status quo. Here are 4 spicy takes that will become the norm in 2025.

Myth #1: Your employees need more money

Spicy take #1: Your employees need financial stability

Let’s be real…sometimes employees do deserve more money. But does a wage increase address the root cause of financial instability or merely cover up a symptom? Your benefits package has an opportunity to provide stability that could mean pay raises wouldn’t make or break someone’s livelihood — which is a win for everyone.

Myth #2: Your employees’ wellness is a personal problem

Spicy take #2: Your employees’ wellness is a business problem

Whether you like it or not, what happens outside of work impacts employees at the office. Money stress, in particular, impacts focus, morale, stress levels, physical health, mental health, retention…and much more. It’s not your fault, but it is definitely your problem.

Myth #3: Doing anything for financial wellness is better than nothing

Spicy take #3: Your financial wellness program shouldn’t be a sales pitch

Financial wellness should be a trusted resource, not another way to sell to your employees. A “financial wellness” program that leads employees to high-fee loans or commission-based advisors isn’t real support—it’s a sales tactic.

Myth #4: Benefits are a perk

Spicy take #4: Benefits are a superpower

While you can’t always win on compensation, you can win on benefits. Benefits are your mission and values enacted. They showcase to your employees what the company cares about and what they deem worthy to invest in. Leverage it to help your employees be their best selves — at work and at home.

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