When it comes to health benefits, Canadian employers have options. The issue is, most employers haven’t been exposed to self-funded solutions like a Health Spending Account (HSA). So how do they compare to traditional premium-based plans we commonly see in real life? Let’s follow the journey
In today’s competitive job market, companies need to step up their game and move away from the basics. Compensation will always be king, this won’t change for the foreseeable future. That being said, an outstanding, well-rounded benefits plan can tip the scales when it comes to swaying
For all the business owners and Plan Sponsors out there – did you know your employees/Plan Members are being encouraged to spend your money? We saw this typical year-end message from a dentist: “Insurance is like a gift card. If you don’t use it, the remaining balance expires
Don’t be an order taker – be an advisor In the competitive world of group benefits, differentiating yourself is a key to success. There’s no shortage of eager advisors looking to drum up business, so how exactly do you set yourself apart? As a Group Benefits provider of 10+
Eagle-eyed readers may have noticed that this year’s Benefits Canada Healthcare Survey title “A Perfect Storm” looks oddly familiar. That’s right, it’s the same title we used last year when describing the many challenges facing Plan Sponsors! Blendable’s ahead of the game once again. Our
You’ve heard us say, “A benefits plan is more than just health and dental.” But what do we mean by that? Consider why you’re offering a group benefits plan. Is it only to keep your team’s teeth sparkling, bodies limber, and backs cracked? If so, then stop
You can’t make this stuff up… We talk a lot about the perceived value of benefits, but this one takes the cake. We recently heard from an advisor about a group he was working with. They couldn’t be convinced to get a standalone HSA or go the ASO
When it comes to group benefits, we obviously search for the most well-rounded, flexible plan that will give us exactly what we need. Often, this turns into a plan that is quite inflated with “perks” to create perceived value. One of these so-called perks is a benefits card.
What if you’re a small business owner who can’t justify paying the price tag on your own health and dental insurance plan? What do you do? Some advisors pitch Association Group Benefit Plans as the best choice, particularly for small businesses. These plans are set up like traditional
Despite your best efforts to plan ahead, you’ll probably run into a situation where you’d like to update your benefits plan mid-year. Maybe your team is frustrated that your supposed Cadillac of benefits plans isn’t meeting their needs. Or maybe talking to a friend you’ve
Group Benefits are a key part of compensation packages for many reasons. They can be used to bring in top talent, retain your amazing team, create a wellness culture, the list goes on. However, that breaks down if your team doesn’t know what their benefits are or how to
The work landscape is ever-evolving. Constantly, trends are coming and going, shifting the priorities of business owners and employees alike. Group Benefits are no strangers to change as the old rigid plans with massive amounts of coverage aren’t cutting it in the eyes of the youngsters joining the