The Financial Literacy Crisis
Finances are the single biggest stressor for employees. But the problem isn’t always a lack of money – it’s a lack of knowledge about money.
• More than 60% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck1
• 64% of employees earning more than $100,000 a year said financial stress has affected their productivity at work2
• Nearly 60% of Americans want financial advice but don’t know how to get it3
Financial Wellness Is One of the Fastest Growing Group Benefits
When you improve financial literacy within your organization, everyone wins. With a financial wellness program you can:
• Lower employee stress
• Help employees thrive
• Reduce health-care expenditures
• Improve standards of living
• Attract and retain employees
• Lower absenteeism
• Improve productivity
• Reduce worker’s comp and disability claims
• Help clients achieve secure retirements
Retirement Planning Center®: Financial Wellness Done Right
Unbiased – Financial guidance supports the employee’s best interest, with no product-pushing
Configurable – Programs are customized for each company and personalized for every individual
Diverse – Literacy materials and consultations meet the diverse needs of individuals, no matter their stage in life
Global – United States and global program parity with localized digital tools, interactive education, and local financial experts