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The MetLifeÂ® study reveals that employers and employees have different expectations from benefits. Because of this, employers often underestimate the importance of benefits to their employees. Figure 2 shows that, outside of their wages, employees most value health insurance, retirement products and other insurance. In other words, they place the highest value on the benefits that impact their personal and financial well-being.
Bottom line is, if employers are looking for ways to attract or retain employees as the employment market tightens, [the study] sheds light on what employees want and what is top of mind. Other benefits employees view as valuable include 401(k), retirement and pension plans; employee development training; wellness programs; and tuition reimbursement. When it comes to job security, employees have mixed opinions, the research shows.