When all is said and done, the success of your HR programs andinitiatives hinge on effective and engaging communications. Goodcommunication has the power to motivate performance, buildworkforce loyalty, engage employees, attract key talent and retainthe skills you need to drive business results.
Custom Communications knows how to deliver successfulcommunications. We take a strategic approach to each assignmentand begin by listening. We learn about your organization, businessobjectives, communication framework and the specific task athand. Then we can take on the full project or assist with specificcomponents.
Custom Communications has expertise in the following areas:
Benefitsl Annual enrollment campaigns, including presentations, decision supportand educational communications
l Employee self-service campaigns
l Benefit change strategies
l Introduction of CDHPs, HSAs and HRAs
l Ongoing education through newsletters, brochures, e-mail campaignsand on-line resources
Health and wellnessl Campaigns about healthy habits and practices to avoid
l Communication of preventive care and early detection
l Promotion of company-sponsored wellness programs, such as, weightloss, nutrition, stress, exercise, smoking cessation and other programs
l Introduction of incentive points programs
Communicate to engage,inform, motivate, attractand retain a committedworkforce.
Employee HR Communications
Our services include:l Strategic planningl Researchl Identity and brandingl Copywritingl Translationl Graphic designl Print and distribution servicesl Web and video production
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Compensationl Management and HR training, including presentations andemployee modules
l Print guides and on-line resources
l Rewards and recognition programs
Recruitment and retentionl Brochures, Web sites, e-mail campaigns and presentations
l On-boarding toolkits, including e-mail series, presentations, guidesand microsites
l Talent management training and print collateral
Retirementl 401(k) education, promotion and investment planning
l Pension plan education, termination and freeze communications
l Retiree health care
Change l Organizational restructuring, policy changes and business initiativescommunications, including training, education, presentations andtoolkits
l Merger and acquisition communication strategy and deliverables
To learn how CustomCommunications can help you drive any human resourcecommunication projectforward, please contact JasonHancock at 508-946-2693 [email protected].
Putting Your Benefits to Work.
Custom Communications is a strategic provider of HRcommunications and benefitsoutsourcing to clients of all sizes.We work with employers, brokers,consultants and insuranceproviders. Our goal is to providethe best on-line and print solutionsto meet clients’ HR communicationchallenges, and to streamline and simplify their benefitsadministration.
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Be Healthy
BE WELL Your weight is not a measure of who you are—but it can be a measure of yourfuture health and happiness. It may be time to re-shape your mind and body so you can balanceyour life and health.
Type 2 diabetes, asthma and heart disease can allbe caused by weight problems—and often can beprevented when you take steps to keep a healthyweight, or lose weight. Today:
n More than 60 percent of adults are overweight orobese
n More than 30 percent of children are overweight,obese or at-risk
It’s important to be aware of both your weight andyour waist measurement—because both can be afactor for chronic illness and disease.
n Women with a waist measurement of more than35 inches can have a higher risk for diabetesand heart disease
n Men with a waist measurement of more than 40inches can have the same increased risk
Remember: Eating right and exercising can helpyou look and feel better—and also improve yourhealth and well-being. A well-balanced diet and 30 minutes of exercise every day can help you lose weight and avoid serious health problems, so talk to your doctor about a balanced plan that’s right for you. It’s a wise decision for better health, and a better life.
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month andNational Nutrition Month!
USE COLORFUL FOODS TO FIGHT CANCER
A rainbow of fruits and vegetables can lead you to a health treasure: colorectal cancer prevention.Here’s how to work cancer-fighting compoundsinto your daily diet:
Cancer Fighter: Folate
Colorful Choices: Green spinach and peas, white beans, red tomato juice, orangejuice
Tip to Try: Use peas and beans to make flavorful soups
Cancer Fighter: Flavonoids
Colorful Choices: Red grapes and berries, broccoli and pink grapefruit
Tip to Try: Make a fruit salad for dessert
Cancer Fighter: Calcium
Colorful Choices: Dark green veggies, almonds
Tip to Try: Sauté kale in extra virgin olive oil with almonds for a calcium-rich side dish
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