Paula Lee, an employee who previously had melanoma, took advantage of meeting with a Colonial Life benefits counselor, Cathy. Little did she realize how soon she'd need help from those benefits.

Many employers will assume poor results, absenteeism and missed deadlines are indicators that an employee isn’t right for the job or is a bad fit for the company. While’s it’s challenging to diagnose the cause of performance issues, it’s critical for employers to consider a factor that has, until recently, been overlooked: employee wellbeing.

It’s important to recognize your employees’ financial health is just as important as their physical and emotional health. Their overall wellness is a careful balancing act that requires attention – especially when it can also impact your bottom-line.  

If you find that you’re too busy to take time recognizing and rewarding your employees, you may be missing out on a powerful opportunity to increase employee loyalty, improve performance and build morale in your business.

Most organizations offer similar types of employee benefits: health care insurance, vacation and sick time. Often what differentiates a benefits package are the perks. An example might be giving an employee a company car but not every employer can offer premium perks.

Today’s employees want flexibility and having a work-from-home policy is one of the ways to provide it. Here are eight steps to consider when implementing a work-from-home policy.

What causes employees to be less engaged at work? One significant factor is health. Finding ways to promote and support healthier living can actually help employers motivate their teams.

Learn how giving your employees the opportunity to take mental health days can help with their overall well-being. There are numerous benefits, from reducing stress to improving productivity.

Learn how you can improve employee engagement. By following these tips, you can help keep your business productive and your employees happy.

Learn how you can take proactive measures to recruit and retain top talent. By following these tips, you can help protect your business from disruption caused by exiting employees.