08 May What Effective Employee Benefits Communication Looks Like to Employees

Posted at 06:31h in Open Enrollment

Effective employee benefits communication helps employees understand their benefits, how to use them, and what actions to take. But when communication falls short, employees are more likely to miss benefits, delay decisions, or struggle to take the next step. Instead of giving every employee the same...

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05 Jun 10 Messages Every Employee Needs to Hear During Open Enrollment 

Posted at 11:35h in Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment (OE) is noisy. Between deadlines, plan comparisons and HR lingo, employees are often overwhelmed before they even begin. That’s where this guide comes in.  These 10 ready-to-use messages are designed to cut through the noise and drive action—whether they’re delivered in an email, on...

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04 Jun 8 Messages Every Employee Should Hear About Their Total Rewards

Posted at 14:54h in Open Enrollment

Cut through the noise with simple, powerful truths! You don’t need more total rewards content—you need clearer, stickier content. Employees are busy. They skim emails, skip intranet updates and often misunderstand or undervalue the full range of what their employer offers. These tips help you shift from...

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04 Jun The Open Enrollment Message Makeover

Posted at 14:50h in Open Enrollment

Open enrollment is one of your most important communication moments of the year—but that doesn’t mean your messages have to be long-winded, legalistic, or (let’s be honest) boring. This guide will show you we transform jargon-heavy benefits content into clear, human, action-driving messages your employees...

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24 Feb Don’t Miss the Mark on Measuring Benefits Communication ROI

Posted at 08:38h in Benefits Communications, Open Enrollment

Did you know only 54% of companies effectively measure their benefits communications in the workplace? And even fewer go beyond surface-level metrics like open rates or HR inquiries? If you’re investing a significant part of your budget on providing benefits—and most companies consider it one...

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17 Feb Top 5 Common Communication Mistakes in Employee Benefits Communication—and How to Avoid Them

Posted at 07:40h in Benefits Communications, Open Enrollment

When it comes to attracting and retaining top talent, clear and effective communication about employee benefits is crucial. Yet, many organizations continue to make avoidable mistakes that impact employee engagement. So, what are the most common communication mistakes—and how can you avoid them? Here’s a breakdown...

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03 Feb Unlocking the Power of Data: How Analytics Personalize and Improve Benefits Communication

Posted at 08:42h in Benefits Communications, Open Enrollment

When it comes to benefit communication, data analytics has the potential to transform your strategy—from simply pushing out generic information to delivering personalized, actionable insights that resonate with your employees.  A recent study conducted by McKinsey & Company found that leveraging data-driven insights in internal communication...

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12 Dec PHINIA and Westcomm Win Prestigious Gold MarCom Award for the Rebrand of Delco Remy® Starters and Alternators

Posted at 15:02h in Open Enrollment

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – PHINIA Inc. (“PHINIA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PHIN), a global leader in premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, is proud to announce its Gold MarCom Award win for the rebrand of Delco Remy Starters and Alternators, in collaboration with Westcomm....

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05 Dec 12 Days of Benefit Communications

Posted at 11:49h in Benefits Communications, Employee Communications, Open Enrollment

The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on the importance of employee benefit communications and how they can contribute to a happy, healthy workforce. Our '12 Days of Communications' is packed with practical tips, creative ideas and actionable strategies for enhancing employee understanding...

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22 Nov Westcomm’s Commitment to Community: Supporting and Partnering with Local Non-Profits

Posted at 14:38h in Open Enrollment

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15 May Our Approach to Benefit Communications: A Guide for HR Professionals

Posted at 11:05h in Open Enrollment

The data is clear: Effective benefit communications is more crucial than ever. As an HR professional, you play a pivotal role in ensuring that employees understand, value and engage with the benefits available to them. But, if your internal resources are limited, we know building a...

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15 May How to Create an Annual Communications Plan for Employee Benefit Programs

Posted at 10:04h in Open Enrollment

The value of employee benefits cannot be overstated. Yet, we often find that a disconnect exists between the benefits you provide and the employees' understanding and appreciation of these benefits. Creating an effective annual communications plan is a strategic approach to bridge this gap, ensuring that...

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04 Jan 4 Internal Communications Trends to Watch in 2024

Posted at 14:42h in Open Enrollment

As we launch into 2024, we’re gearing up year-round communications strategy and planning. Together as a team, we reflected on what we believe will drive employee and benefit communications in the year ahead. 1. Mental health as a continued focal point—with an expanded focus on total...

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