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Creativity Drives Clarity in Advisor–Plan Sponsor Relationships

By Fred Barstein / 401(k) advisor trust, 401(k) Plan Management, 401k Advisor, Adaptability, Authenticity, Client connection, collaboration, Communication, DC Plan Sponsors, Employee Benefits, Financial Advisors, Financial Wellness, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, Gamification Retirement Planning, Retirement Advisory

Creativity is increasingly essential in the relationship between retirement plan advisors and plan sponsors because effective communication is no longer one-size-fits-all. Advisors who can translate...

Most Employers Now Offer or Plan to Offer Emergency Savings Accounts

By Fred Barstein / 401(k) advisor trust, 401(k) Plan Management, benefit education, Communication, DC plans, education, Emergency Savings, Employee Benefits, Employee feedback, Employee happiness, Employee training, Fiduciary, Financial Literacy, financial stress management, financial uncertainty, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, retirement income, Retirement Readiness

Many American workers are living paycheck to paycheck, unable to cover even a modest unexpected expense. This financial fragility is prompting more employers to add...

Financial Wellness is a Must-Have for Reducing Stress, Improving Retention

By Fred Barstein / 401k plan, Aging Workforce, benefit education, CEO Engagement, DC Plan Sponsors, diversity, Employee Benefits, Employee engagement, Employee training, Fiduciary, Financial Advice, financial stress, financial stress management, financial uncertainty, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, Gen X, Gen Z, generation x, generational gap in retirement planning, Health & Wellness, HR, Millennial saving, recruiting, Retirement planning

Employee financial stress is pushing more companies to rethink their benefits strategy. And for good reason—nearly two-thirds of employers faced turnover rates of 10% or...

A Financial Wellness Strategy That Works

By Fred Barstein / benefit education, Changing dynamics, Client connection, Communication, DC plans, Employee engagement, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, HR, Private Wealth & Retirement Planning

A financial wellness strategy designed to meet employees where they are is essential in today’s diverse and financially burdened workforce. Not every employee learns or...

Tackling Financial Stress Through Wellness Programs

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, benefit education, Economy, Employee Benefits, Employee engagement, Employee happiness, Financial Literacy, financial stress, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, HR, Independence planning, inflation stress, Retirement Readiness

Tackling Financial Stress Through Wellness Programs Addressing financial stress has become a critical focus for employers as its impact on productivity and mental health becomes...

Effective Retirement Plan Management Through Sponsor Education & Fiduciary Training

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, adult learning, benefit education, benefits committee, Client connection, Communication, DC Plan Sponsors, DC plans, Education, Employee happiness, Fiduciary, Fiduciary Training, Financial Advisors, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs

Effective Retirement Plan Management Through Sponsor Education & Fiduciary Training Effective retirement plan management hinges on comprehensive sponsor education and fiduciary training to ensure compliance,...

Plan Sponsors Under Pressure: Enhancing Retirement Benefits to Attract Top Talent

By Fred Barstein / Adaptability, Benchmarking & Monitoring Fees & Partners, benefit education, benefits committee, Benefits integration, Client connection, collaboration, Communication, competition, Confidence, Convergence, DC Plan Sponsors, Economy, education, Employee Benefits, Employee happiness, Fiduciary, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, Improving Outcomes, inflation concerns, Regs and Regulators, Retirement Readiness, Retirement Savings Concern

Plan Sponsors Under Pressure: Enhancing Retirement Benefits to Attract Top Talent As the retirement landscape evolves, plan sponsors are increasingly under pressure to enhance their...

The Importance of Holistic Financial Wellness

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, auto escalate, Auto Portability, auto re-enroll, benefit education, Client connection, Communication, Creative approach, DC Plan Sponsors, Digital Design, Digital Tools, Economy, Employee Benefits, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, Legislation

Fred Barstein CEO & Founder 401kTV with David Lum, Managing Director, SageView, Honolulu A holistic approach to financial wellness is crucial as it encompasses all...

Financial Wellness Programs Should Focus on Budgets and Behaviors

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Adaptability, Communication, DC Plan Sponsors, debt relief, Digital Tools, Economy, Employee happiness, financial behaviors, financial insecurity, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, managed financial stress

Financial wellness programs are widely available and have been adopted by a majority of retirement plan sponsors. Still, usage of these programs is low among...

Financial Wellness Programs: Vital Considerations for 2024

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, benefit education, benefits committee, Communication, Confidence, Creative approach, Economy, education, Employee Benefits, Employee training, Fiduciary, Financial Wellness, financial wellness programs, Health & Wellness, inflation stress, managed financial stress, personal financial advice

Financial wellness programs should not be overlooked in 2024, particularly by employers. Financial stress is currently at an all-time high, with workers burdened by...