Whether accrued or unlimited, your post-COVID-19 PTO rules may need adjustment. With the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, working life has changed. However, with time and careful planning, we may eventually return to a more “normal-looking” life. When that happens, … Read More
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Easing the Retirement Transition for Eligible Employees
Clear communication and expert advice can make the retirement transition smoother for everyone. Baby Boomers are often your most skilled and experienced employees. They are valued by your entire team and bring a lot to the table. However, after fruitful … Read More
4 Tips for Managing Open Enrollment during the COVID-19 Era
These tips can help provide stability for an uncertain open enrollment during COVID-19.
The Healthcare Consumerism Boom: One Trend COVID-19 Couldn’t Stop
The pandemic is actually generating something positive: an escalation of healthcare consumerism. At the end of last year, employee benefits consultants were putting the finishing touches on carefully researched “decade in review” presentations. I should know—I was one of those … Read More
Workforce Reductions are Painful; 5 Ways to be Prepared
Workforce reductions have as much impact on culture and productivity as on the bottom line. Here are five ways to ease the pain with careful planning. Even before the COVID-19 outbreak interrupted business around the world, experts were warning of … Read More
Our Take: Responding to the COVID-19 Mental Health Crisis
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance news topics. This article discusses the COVID-19 mental health crisis. A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a sobering picture of the impact of COVID-19 on … Read More
Our Take: What Does the NJ Health Insurance Tax Mean for Employers?
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance topics. This article discusses the newly signed New Jersey health insurance tax law. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed a new law levying a 2.5% health insurance tax on net premiums … Read More
5 Insurance Questions You Should Ask Your Broker
Are you certain your employee benefits broker is protecting you from unnecessary cost and risk? We’ve developed this infographic for the top 5 insurance questions to ask. © 2020 Corporate Synergies Group, LLC. No part of this material may be … Read More
5 Up-and-Coming Specialty Benefits
New specialty benefits startups are a thing and some are stealing the spotlight. Here are 5 options that can take benefits program customization to new heights. These days, the most successful startup businesses combine customization and innovation. From subscription box … Read More
Corporate Synergies’ EB RISE HR & Finance Forum Now Available On Demand
Like most things in 2020, a large event requires a new way of thinking. In keeping with social distancing guidelines, Corporate Synergies’ annual conference, EB RISE 2020, took place completely online for the first time in its history. And now … Read More
APEX 2020: Corporate Synergies Captures 2 More Awards
Camden, New Jersey, August 4, 2020— Corporate Synergies, a national insurance and employee benefits broker and consultancy, has captured two major awards in an annual competition. The firm won a coveted Grand Award and an Award of Excellence in the … Read More
Corporate Synergies Announces EB RISE HR & Finance Forum
Camden, New Jersey, July 28, 2020— With health and safety in mind, Corporate Synergies is presenting its annual HR and Finance Forum in a virtual setting. The educational event, EB RISE 2020, features subject matter experts who will deliver health … Read More
Our Take: 2020’s Biggest Contribution to Work? A Positive Corporate Culture
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance news topics. This article discusses how a crisis can seed a positive corporate culture. There’s no shortage of clichés and overused adjectives to describe the ways 2020 is like no other year … Read More
3 Steps to Getting Mental Health Benefits Back On Track
The COVID-19 crisis is heightening stress on employees. More than ever, mental health benefits are a crucial part of a group insurance program. Thanks to decades of awareness initiatives and shifting societal attitudes, seeking mental healthcare is more accepted—and more … Read More