California Unemployment Rate is The Lowest in
50 Years – Health Benefits as Important as Ever

According to the Employment Development Department, California's unemployment rate fell to 3.9% in July, its lowest since 1976. This figure is a reminder that the labor market remains very tight throughout the state.

In addition to job gains across California, employees today have many options of where to work. Providing comprehensive health benefits are key to helping employers recruit and retain talent. Therefore, at your clients' next renewal, advise them on how to implement a competitive health benefits program to maintain their workforce. Learn more.

Blue Shield 2023 Broker Roadshow

Join Blue Shield’s annual Broker Roadshow for an online preview of their 2023 small business portfolio which offers dependable, affordable, quality coverage and benefits.

Register to Attend One of The Two Roadshows:

• Tuesday, September 20, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.
• Thursday, September 22, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Register now!

Specialty Q4 Rate Reduction and New Dental Plans

An average 15% rate reduction for Bronze, Silver, and Gold plans for 1-50 groups, and an average 10% rate reduction for 51-100 groups were announced for Q4 2022 (excluding Platinum and Diamond tier plans).

And to provide your clients with easy-to-understand options, 22 new DPPO plans were introduced in January 2022. Plus, members are now eligible for two cleanings in a consecutive 12-month period, instead of one cleaning in a 6-month period. Learn more and access the Blue Shield resources.

Contact us today for Blue Shield medical and specialty quotes.

VSP Choice Network and Plans

A popular option for small businesses, VSP Choice provides quality vision benefits including an annual WellVision Exam® and annual prescription lenses.

The VSP Choice nationwide network includes 98,000+ certified optometrists and ophthalmologists and in-network retail locations. Best of all, members can choose from both in- and out-of-network providers.

VSP Choice Features

• Savings on routine eye exams, eyewear, fittings, laser vision correction services, and more.
• Lowest out-of-pocket costs when using a participating vision care provider.
• Convenience with evening and weekend appointments.
• Generous frame and contact lens allowances and online shopping at Eyeconic.
• Employer-paid and voluntary options.

Learn more about VSP Choice benefits and contact us today for recommendations on VSP Choice options for your clients from our ancillary partners.

Webinar: Social Selling - Grow Your Business with LinkedIn

Don't miss our special webinar “Social Selling: Grow Your Business with LinkedIn” on September 14, 2022 at 10:00 am.

Developed specifically to help our top brokers and agents increase sales, this webinar will cover:

• Why you need to incorporate LinkedIn as part of your sales process.
• How to optimize your LinkedIn profile.
• How to create LinkedIn Posts, Private Video Messages, Voice Notes, Polls, Articles, and more.
• Why upgrading to LinkedIn Sales Navigator might make sense.

Plus, you'll get customizable outreach templates, technology resources, and additional tips and how-to guides.

Don't miss out! Register now for the September 14th webinar!