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Education Benefits Pay Dividends

By on Oct 10, 2017 in Employee Benefits |

Student debt creates challenges for persons in the workforce. Employees saddled by debt may change positions often, looking for better pay. The firms leading the pack incentivize recruitment packages inclusive of loan assistance and student-debt payback programs. Past and present debt assistance helps firms attract and keep top-level staff.

Top companies like Pricewaterhouse Cooper, Starbucks, Walmart, Taco Bell and Geico are pioneers for today’s education benefits. These organizations include attractive loan reimbursement programs for staff. Professional help with accounts, creating payment plans and helping employees overcome debt. Zoe Weintraub with Guild Education says attracting fresh graduates is vital for growth. With college debt removed from the picture, employees can better focus on the job at hand.

Increase Retention

Weintraub says employees feeling catered to are 70% more effective than coworkers. Employees want their debts under control, and the option to pursue more education. Competition is strong for the best graduates, and graduates know it. Technology moves fast, industries across the board change rapidly. Fresh talent helps firms stay current with industry and customer trends. Companies keen on organizing and paying off employee debt have a recruitment advantage.

Happy employees are more likely to remain with the company, reducing turnover. According to Weintraub, the proof for this is in the numbers. Her data supports higher retention levels for employees with employer assistance, with rates as high as 60%. Weintraub has the support of Lance Salman, a lead marketer with Taco Bell claims a 30% increase in employee retention since implementing Taco Bell’s employee benefits program.

Include the Entire Company

Salman said the tactics at Taco Bell included top-down staff integration into the program. Company leaders, supervisors, and junior employees have access to the program. This tactic worked especially well for entry-level employee eager for advancement. Tuition reimbursement helps retain employees while generated educated staff.

With retention covered, companies can focus on generating leads and making sales. Attract and keep the best people with loan payback and tuition assistance programs. Staff with education interests tied into employment have more to gain from long-term retention. Implementing an employee education benefits program is simple and affordable.

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