“Our team works with your team to define the objectives, uncover the challenges, identify the “must-have” items and reconsider those that are negotiable for everyone in the company.”As engagement relates to health insurance and employee benefits, start by talking with employees and gathering data through surveys. It is not safe to assume what your employees and family members expect from your health insurance plan, or what they may be willing to change in order to reduce costs or improve in other areas. Empowerment begins with awareness, setting objectives and allowing people to find their best path to achieving goals. Empowerment demonstrates your trust and confidence in employees to do the job, meet the deadlines, exceed expectations and deliver on the tasks that move the company needle closer to the three-year vision. Empowerment in health insurance and employee benefits is providing more options from which to choose. Rather than pick one health plan that is paid by the company, choose multiple options and define the contribution, and let each employee choose the right plan for themselves. Ask employees to spend the premium investment for what they need each year in terms of coverage, access, and affordability. Transparency requires no definition as it is rooted in “black and white” truth. Engaged and empowered employees need to know how the company is actually performing. Is it profitable, or bleeding? Is the company at a break-even because of investment in new talent, locations or technology? The same holds true in health care and employee benefits. Employees who know the costs of not taking care of health conditions or maintaining good eating and exercise habits are empowered to be engaged in making changes in managing their own health! Company-sponsored education, paid time off for wellness visits, or integrated exercise time in the workplace with rewards are examples of easy-to-implement ideas. Oh, and try workplace activities that are fun! And watch stress decrease and company spirit increase! At PTC-CCG we provide you with the knowledge, tools and innovative strategies and new product solutions that are sure to help keep your workforce and employee benefit offerings best in class.