Small Business Benefits and Compensation: 02. Optional Benefits

Small Business Benefits and Compensation: 02. Optional Benefits is an elearning course that covers optional benefits employers can provide to their workers. If you wish to attract and retain the best talent and keep your employees happy, then you should consider providing additional benefits beyond what’s required by law. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost to you of a benefits package is about 30% of each employee’s total compensation. In this course, we’ll cover several optional benefits including health insurance, vision and dental insurance, retirement, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, and bereavement leave. These benefits are optional, but most employees expect and want these from any employer.

Part of a series about Small Business Benefits and Compensation, the course consists of a video followed by a quick multiple-choice quiz that will test your comprehension. A downloadable reference document is also included for an easy review of key takeaways.