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Editor’sEarlier this week EBnet published a Sanlam article on the responsibilities of corporates to support the mental wellness of their employees. One of my Top Picks for Today is Bowmans’ commentary on a recent case which talks to the employer’s legal responsibilities when it comes to the mental health of their employees. These two articles read together give a great overview of this worrying (and growing) trend in today’s workforce. What is the role of the human capital professional?
Lize de la Harpe (Sanlam) highlights the consequences of material non-disclosure when it comes to claiming on your insurance policies. Spoiler alert: Leaving out or purposely misrepresenting facts may (will) leave a gap in your coverage. What is the role of the financial planner/broker?
Michelle Acton’s (Old Mutual) interview on EBnet.Stream (here) shares their learnings from the second round of two-pot withdrawals. And highlights gaps in the process when it comes to understanding the “normal” exit benefits has become (hugely) complicated. What is the role of the employee benefits consultant?
And speaking of gaps, I’m so hoping that the MPC creates some (more) breathing space in my household budget with another rate cut today. But according to Mpho Molopyane (Alexforbes) the majority view is that rates will be unchanged. What is the individual’s role in actively engaging all the information the industry provides to make informed decisions?
Top Picks.
EBnet.Stream: Two-pot impact gaps in communication
Michelle Acton, Chief Customer Officer, Old Mutual Group
EBnet.Stream: Two-pot claims, where’s the money going
Rob Southey, Head of Asset Consulting, Momentum Consultants & Actuaries
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