This is a time of change for employee benefits. Mental health is getting much-needed attention. And with more employees working from home, inside-the-office games and events are no longer appealing. Employers are needing more flexibility in how they address benefits and employee wellness. Lifestyle spending accounts and wellness HRAs are two options employers can turn to. But which is the right one for you? We’ll break down these two accounts.

Innovation can come from anywhere! That’s why it’s important all of your employees are engaged and feel like they have a voice in what your business is doing to provide the best products and services for its customers. We’ve brought on a pair of guests to discuss the inspiration behind our innovation challenge and provide just one example of how that challenge has made a difference for our partners, clients, and participants.

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There are hundreds of expenses that are eligible for your HSA and FSA funds. And what is eligible may surprise you! We quiz our guests to educate them and educate you on some of the surprise eligible expenses for an HSA and FSA. Check out our complete eligible expense list for HSAs, FSAs, and more.

Two-fifths of workers say they are more likely to than they were a year ago to consider a new job that offers better benefits. The benefits employers offer their employees are as important as ever. But how do you know they are meeting your employees’ needs? One way is with data. We’ll chat analytics 101: What data is commonly available and what you should look for to boost your recruiting and retention effort?

In the midst of the Great Resignation and with recruiting/retention efforts at a premium, the lifestyle spending account (LSA) is one way employers can differentiate their benefits package. Learn how one client has leaned on LSAs for years to improve their recruiting and retention.

The last 18 months have been unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. For our human resources listeners, it’s required you to be nimble and flexible in responding to dramatic changes to your employees’ needs. But with more changes this year as employees return to the office and with employment demand seemingly outweighing supply in many industries, this could be your most open enrollment period ever. Why? Find out in this episode of Benefits Buzz.

You’ve probably been here before … an employee asks you, “When is our open enrollment?” or “Is our office closed to celebrate the upcoming holiday?” even though your HR team has already sent multiple emails to employees with these answers. How can you better get your employees’ attention when communicating important information? Two of our communication experts share their advice.

Human resources professionals are responsible for a wide variety of tasks. However, when it comes to employee benefits, there are ways to reduce the HR workload. Learn the value of integrations with three specific examples of how you can cut down your to-do list with improved technology.

Health savings accounts (HSAs) give you three ways to save on your healthcare costs today. But did you know they also have long-term perks that rival a 401(k) and IRA? Those are just a few of the reasons why the number of HSAs has doubled in the last five years. Learn more about how you can benefit from participating in an HSA. Shop HSA Store using the promo code "WEXPOD10" for $10 off a $100 purchase at www.HSAstore.com.

If you spend your hard-earned dollars on eligible mass transit or parking work-related costs, then commuter benefits can help you save. We walk through the basics of these pre-tax plans so you can learn more about the potential savings.