To give a bonus, or to not give a bonus? As bonuses trend down, more employers are asking themselves this question. The negative spotlight that has been recently cast on executive compensation makes this understandable. But the choice to forgo bonuses would be less of a blow if that loss was being made up [...]
You know that it’s important to protect top talent with preventative care, (we’ve covered the basics here and here). But how can you catch those seemingly invisible signs of illness early? With a convenient, powerful executive physical. Let’s Look at the Facts According to a study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health [...]
In an increasingly global society, more and more people are traveling internationally and domestically for a multitude of reasons, from vacations and business trips to study abroad and volunteerism. Whatever the reason you decide to jet away to new lands, make sure your trip will be a safe one. The Center for Disease Control [...]
It’s finally starting to feel like spring in our hometown of Hunt Valley, Maryland. For many, this time of year means spring cleaning. But for those of you uninterested in channeling your inner Mr. Clean, the change in season is also typically a time for reflection and change. Sound better than picking up a [...]
What do we all hope inevitably follows the decades of work that we put in? That’s right, retirement. But a major concern facing all potential retirees is the rising health costs that are continuing to inflate. Retirees must confront this issue head-on without the health benefits that they had grown accustomed to from their [...]
Protecting top talent is important for many reasons. For one, when they get sick, the disruptions cause a ripple effect that trickles down to the entire company. But the leaders of your company are also at a higher risk for health issues than other employees and, therefore, they need special protection. Quick Review Who are [...]
Facing a diagnosis, serious or not, can be overwhelming. One tenth of newly diagnosed patients rarely, and sometimes never, understand their diagnosis. And whether you understand it or not, treatment can start moving quickly. You may feel stuck on your path, along for the ride. But what if you aren’t sure about your diagnosis [...]
We talk a lot about protecting top talent. But why is it so important to keep your top talent healthy and productive? First, let’s answer the question: Who are top talent? This truly depends on your company and who you define as the employees who drive the business. Here are a few examples: Executives [...]
How do you know which plans are viable today? There are 3 questions to ask: Question 1: Insurance or Self-Insured? When medical reimbursement plans were originally introduced in the 80s, there was really only one question to ask to determine a plan's viability: whether the plan was insured or not. This is because these [...]
Following Generation Y to the job market was a rush of ‘cool company culture.’ Perks like lounge areas, free food, and open and trendy office space became popular recruitment tools. Emulating the Google headquarters was the ideal goal. But as increasing amounts of companies strive for and achieve this goal, it becomes less of [...]
