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Ask any HR leader this: What's the mission of your benefits program? Most can't answer it. Not because they don't care, because no one's ever written it down. That's why renewals turn into reactions instead of decisions. In this week's issue of Financial Wellness News, we break down what benefits consultants should be asking clients before the next renewal, and what's coming up in our September 2 webinar on affordability.

The best benefits don't just help employees when something goes wrong. They help employees prepare before it does. Before an unexpected bill becomes debt. Before financial uncertainty becomes daily stress. Before money starts distracting them at work. The right support can give employees the tools and confidence to handle financial challenges before they become bigger problems. For employers, that's the difference between reacting to financial stress and helping employees get ahead of it. Don't wait for employees to reach a breaking point. Give them resources that help them build a stronger financial future.

Benefits consultants: Rising health care costs are one of the biggest affordability challenges employers—and their people—are facing. Join us for a conversation on how financial wellness can help employers support employees through rising health care expenses while strengthening their overall benefits strategy. You’ll leave with practical ways to help your clients deliver more value, improve employee well-being, and address affordability with confidence. #BenefitsConsultants #EmployeeBenefits #FinancialWellness #HealthcareCosts #TotalRewards

Something's brewing behind the camera today. We're on set with the team at Bridgeway Integrated Healthcare Services, hearing firsthand about their experience with SmartDollar and the impact it's had on their people. Their story is one you'll want to hear. Stay tuned.

A competitive salary doesn't always tell the full story. Employees can be earning a great income and still be navigating debt, unexpected expenses, or financial stress behind the scenes. Employers may not know exactly what each employee is facing, but they can provide resources that help improve their financial wellbeing and overall quality of life. And supporting your people isn't just good for employees. It's good for business. Watch the full conversation tomorrow at 1:00 PM CT. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWYxGpsi Mason Wheeler Amy Mansfield Nelli

The best time to support an employee isn't after they're already overwhelmed. It's before. Before financial stress starts affecting their focus. Before an unexpected expense becomes a crisis. Before money becomes another reason they consider leaving. They give employees access to tools and support before a difficult moment becomes a breaking point. For employers, that's an important shift. Don't just build a benefits strategy around what employees need today. Build one that helps them be ready for tomorrow.

Health insurance is a financial product. Employees buy it to protect against costs they couldn't otherwise afford. So what happens when the insurance itself becomes unaffordable? Financial stress doesn't stay contained. It spreads into health, focus, and performance at work. We're digging into this on Aug 25th at 1pm CT! If you support a workforce that's feeling this squeeze, save your seat! https://lnkd.in/eWYxGpsi

What if an employee got a raise tomorrow? Would it actually improve their financial situation? More income can help. But without the right habits, tools, and guidance, more money doesn't always create more financial confidence. That's an important distinction for employers. Financial wellness isn't simply about how much someone earns. It's about helping employees feel equipped to make decisions with the money they have. Budgeting. Planning. Preparing for emergencies. Paying off debt. Building toward the future. Employers can't make financial decisions for their employees. But they can make sure employees don't have to figure it out on their own.

Financial stress doesn't clock out when the workday begins. It can show up as distraction. Lower confidence. Missed work. And employees who are simply trying to make it to the next paycheck. For employers, financial wellness isn't just a conversation about money. It's an opportunity to give employees practical tools that can help them take control of their finances and make progress toward their goals. Because when employees feel more confident about their money, they're better positioned to focus on everything else. Supporting financial wellness is good for people. And when your people are stronger, your business can be stronger too.