Compensation & Benefits

Master open enrollment communications that employees actually read. Complete SMB guide with proven frameworks, decision tools, and compliance tips.

A complete guide for solo HR leaders at SMBs to manage benefits open enrollment—covering strategy, budgeting, negotiation, technology, and employee communication.

Learn how unemployment insurance works for SMBs, including employer obligations, taxes, claims, and tips to manage UI costs effectively.

Side-by-side guide to employee discount programs—coverage, costs, and best-fit use cases for HR leaders and small businesses.

Practical guide to compensation & benefits for small and scaling businesses. Learn 9 key areas to build competitive, affordable total rewards in 2026.

Learn how to navigate geographic pay differentials with a strategic approach that balances fairness, competitiveness, and cost management. Explore key factors influencing pay, common compensation models, and global considerations to attract and retain top talent while staying compliant.

Learn how to build equity plans with stock options, RSUs, and vesting that attract talent, boost retention, and stay compliant.

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of ACA employer obligations, including coverage requirements, affordability standards, reporting duties, additional ACA compliance obligations, and deadlines.

This guide explains COBRA requirements, eligibility rules, employer responsibilities, and best practices for compliance.

This guide explains HSAs work, their benefits for both employees and employers, and how to set up and manage an HSA program successfully.