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Insights & trends

Explore the latest research and insights from our small business benefits experts to round out your recommendations and drop some fresh stats into your next consultation.

What’s Trending in Benefits?

For small businesses to thrive, employees must thrive too. Our 19th annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study examines the connection between benefits and business success.

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Why broker expertise matters now more than ever

As employers compete for top talent, their brokers are on the front lines. Explore the elevated role of today’s brokers.

The benefit boost

See how the power of benefits can help make employees happy and improve a small business’s bottom line.

The Small Business Index

Find out what’s top of mind for small business owners with quarterly research from MetLife and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits beyond medical

As employers compete for top talent, their brokers are on the front lines. Explore the elevated role of today’s brokers.

Tips for meeting today’s recruiting challenges

With low unemployment putting a strain on recruiting for many small business owners, it may be time to try a new strategy.

Saving time, building small business success

No surprise, busy business owners could use a few more hours in the day. Learn how technology can save your clients’ time.

Stories From Real Small Businesses

When you ask small business owners to describe their companies, they often say “we’re like family.” Understanding your clients’ work-family dynamic can help as you consult and recommend benefits designed to keep employees – and the business – thriving. Here’s a look at how three real-life companies describe their work-families. 

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