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This Coalition of 20 Companies Thinks It Can Change U.S. Health Care

Harvard Business Review

For too long, employers have outsourced management of their employees’ health care benefits to those with little incentive to improve value. And we know that on the ground, organizations have different leadership models, levels of technical expertise, and culture — all of which impact their readiness to engage in change.

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Meet the Wellness Programs That Save Companies Money

Harvard Business Review

Incentives have a place, but they can’t single handedly drive long-term lifestyle change. For all of this to work, employees must trust the program and the employer’s motives, which requires visible CEO leadership. Savings like these are not unrealistic for a 2,000-employee company. Employee buy-in is key.

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