Are Your Employee Benefits Costing You Great Employees?
“We just can’t find good people.” It’s one of the most common statements we hear from business owners, CEOs, and HR leaders. Hiring has become more competitive, qualified candidates have more choices than ever, and employers are working harder to attract and retain top talent. But before you blame the labor market, ask yourself a […]
Should Your Health Plan Cover GLP-1s?
Should Your Health Plan Cover GLP-1s? What Every Employer Needs to Know Before Your Next Renewal Watch the Video Before diving into the details, watch our short video explaining the three most common approaches employers are taking when deciding whether to cover GLP-1 medications. 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8PJvqqXNcrc For more employer resources, healthcare cost-saving […]
Why Smart Employers Are Benchmarking Healthcare Costs Before Their Next Renewal
By Jennifer Schaefer, MBA, ChFC, SHRM-SCP Founder & CEO, JS Benefits Group Healthcare costs have quietly become one of the largest—and least scrutinized—operating expenses for many businesses. While organizations routinely benchmark payroll, technology, insurance, and operational expenses, employee healthcare spending is often reviewed only during renewal season. That reactive approach can leave employers paying significantly […]
Jennifer Schaefer Featured in Forbes Business Council: The Midyear Question Every CEO Should Be Asking
I’m honored to have recently been featured in a Forbes Business Council article discussing the key midyear questions every CEO should ask to keep their organizations on track for success. The article, “Key Midyear Questions Every CEO Should Ask,” brings together insights from business leaders across multiple industries on how executives can evaluate performance, identify […]
How an HRA Helps Reduce Healthcare Costs | JS Benefits Group
Healthcare costs continue to rise, forcing employers to make difficult decisions about their employee benefits. Too often, organizations assume the only way to reduce costs is by increasing deductibles, raising employee contributions, or reducing coverage. Fortunately, there is another option. A Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) can help employers manage healthcare expenses while continuing to offer […]
