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Side Affects Episode 133 | From Patents to Prices: A Deep Dive into Drug Pricing 23:51

2M ago23:51

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In today's episode of Side Affects, hosts Kenzie McEvily and Dave Homan tackle one of the most sought-after topics in pharmacy: pricing. Joined by MB's Director of Pharmacy Solutions, Dr. Jeff, they explore the fundamentals of drug pricing and the transformative impact of transparency on the industry, albeit with added complexity. You’ll learn the …

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Side Affects Episode 132 | PBMs and RFPs: The Devil is in the Details 22:00

2M ago22:00

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Dr. Jeff Eichholz, MB's Director of Pharmacy Solutions, reunites with producer Kenzie McEvily and co-host Dave Homan for the third chapter of our enlightening 4-part Pharmacy podcast series. In this episode, our focus turns to Pharmacy Benefit Managers, or PBMs. Dr. Jeff navigates the intricacies of selecting a PBM or vendor and provides invaluable…

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Side Affects Episode 131 | Pharmacy Essentials Unveiled: Insights from Dr. Jeff Eichholz 23:15

2M ago23:15

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In this episode of Side Affects, our mission is to set the groundwork of pharmacy basics for listeners. Our guest, MB’s Director of Pharmacy Solutions, Dr. Jeff Eichholz does just that with his diverse expertise. Together with producer, Kenzie McEvily and co-host, Dave Homan, Dr. Jeff delves into critical topics such as PBM management, drug adheren…

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Side Affects Episode 130 | Introducing MB’s Director of Pharmacy Solutions, Dr. Jeff Eichholz 26:06

2M ago26:06

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In this episode of Side Affects, Producer, Kenzie McEvily and Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan sit down with Dr. Jeff Eichholz, MB's Director of Pharmacy Solutions. With over two decades of pharmacy experience spanning retail, PBM, and consulting, Dr. Jeff provides invaluable insights into the complexities of our topic.Tune in as we delve into t…

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Side Affects Ep. 129 | New Beginnings: Navigating Pregnancy, Maternity Leave & Postpartum Resources 33:07

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Join Side Affects Producer Kenzie McEvily, as she returns from maternity leave and hosts the first podcast of 2024. In this episode, Kenzie discusses a topic close to her heart and relevant to many: the challenges and joys of pregnancy, navigating maternity leave, and exploring postpartum resources. She is joined by her colleagues, HR Generalist, E…

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Side Affects Episode 128 | Re-Imagining Open Enrollment Communication: Part II 24:59

9M ago24:59

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Join #SideAffects Producer, Kenzie McEvily and co-host, Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan as they continue the series about Re-Imagining Open Enrollment Meetings and Communication. Dave’s job is to find simple solutions to complex benefits problems. With over 30 years as a thought leader, he is considered a subject matter expert on employee engag…

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Side Affects Episode 127 | Re-Imagining Open Enrollment Meetings: Part I 22:32

9M ago22:32

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Welcome to our newest series on #SideAffects: Re-Imagining Open Enrollment Meetings & Communication. Our goal: make OE meetings fun! Okay, maybe fun isn’t the right word… let’s say informational, stress-free and perhaps, enjoyable. MB Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan has been in the health benefits world for over 25 years with intense research i…

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Side Affects Episode 126 | Generational Recruiting Part II: ChatGPT & Interactive Technology 20:54

9M ago20:54

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Join #SideAffects Producer, Kenzie McEvily and co-host, Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan as they discuss artificial intelligence and how HR professionals can use it to save time, improve efficiency and enhance a job candidate's interview experience. It’s 2023 and personalization is key! From your tennis-shoes to your food order to your job offer…

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Side Affects Episode 125 | ABCs of ICHRAs 22:23

9M ago22:23

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Side Affects Producer, Kenzie McEvily and Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan welcome Director of Account Management and 100+ Segment Lead of All Markets for MB, Beth Bailey to the show to discuss an emerging HR topic, Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Accounts, also known as ICHRAs. Between 2020 and 2022, ICHRA adoption doubled across all 5…

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Side Affects Episode 124 | Generational Recruiting Part I: Ghosting 24:31

10M ago24:31

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Join Side Affects Producer, Kenzie McEvily and Chief Marketing Officer, Dave Homan as they discuss how recruiting has changed in the past five years. HR professionals are navigating new waters of virtual interviews, advanced technology, artificial intelligence and ghosting. How can they make sure they’re targeting the right candidates and guarantee…

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Side Affects Episode 123 | Military Contractors and Employee Benefits 30:04

11M ago30:04

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Co-hosts, Kenzie McEvily and Dave Homan welcome McGohan Brabender Shareholder and Consultant, Matt McAlpine to touch on a specialized industry - military contractors. In this episode, we unveil the world of defense contractors and the extraordinary employee benefits they offer. From top-tier healthcare plans to generous retirement packages, these e…

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Side Affects Episode 122 | The First Fill: Navigating Your First Prescription as an Adult 31:10

1y ago31:10

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Join co-hosts, Kenzie McEvily and Dave Homan as they take on part three of the Adulting and Insurance series with special guest, University of Cincinnati junior, Maura Homan. In this episode, you will get inside the brain of a college student when managing the task of filling a prescription from start to finish. Learn how Maura does it and what dec…

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Side Affects Episode 121 | Your Health, Your Way 19:35

1y ago19:35

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Are you ready to take your healthcare journey to the next level? Join us on this episode of Side Affects as we explore four "choose your own adventure" scenarios that will help you become more active in your healthcare decisions. From researching health issues to finding a doctor who meets your needs, this episode will help you empower yourself to …

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Side Affects Episode 120 | Traditional Recruiting is Dead: How to Navigate a Multigen Workforce 22:23

1y ago22:23

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It’s time to rethink the future of recruiting. Join us as we discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come from attracting and retaining talent from different generations in the workforce, including Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. Our hosts, Dave, and Kenzie, share their insight into building a diverse workplace that appeal…

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Side Affects Episode 119 | Health Insurance Explained: It’s Not as Hard as You Think 32:40

1y ago32:40

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Side Affects Episode 118 | Health Care or Pub Crawl? We can help... 29:30

1+ y ago29:30

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Adulting and Insurance - Part I | Healthcare management has changed significantly, and what used to work for one generation may not be working for another. College students, listen up! This episode of “Side Affects” discusses how to navigate the healthcare process during those “adulting” years of life. Join hosts Dave Homan and Kenzie McEvily as th…

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Side Affects Episode 117 | End-of-Year Maintenance: FSA, HSA and Prescription Drug Coverage 13:29

1+ y ago13:29

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Life is unpredictable, and anticipating when to use your employee benefits can be stressful, but being prepared with these end-of-year maintenance tips can help alleviate that stress. This episode of “Side Affects” contains important information on how to get the most out of your benefits before the new year begins. Join hosts Dave Homan and Kenzie…

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Side Affects Episode 116 | The 4 Mental Health Solution Buckets 32:54

1+ y ago32:54

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On this episode of “Side Affects,” co-hosts Kenzie McEvily and Dave Homan sit down with special guest Tiffany Kuck to discuss mental health services in the post-pandemic work environment. As McGohan Brabender’s Population Health Manager, Tiffany explains that the topic of mental health can be overwhelming for some employers; however, if they contin…

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Side Affects Episode 115 | Big Journeys Begin With Small Steps - Member Journey Part IV 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

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On this episode of “Side Affects,” Producer, Kenzie McEvily and Director of Strategy and Innovation, David Homan wrap up the findings of the member journey research and discuss why employees no longer want the standard benefits package. Dave shares the issues members face when interacting with their benefits program and provides easy solutions empl…

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Side Affects Episode 114 | Cultivating Success throughout the Member Journey - Part III 34:08

1+ y ago34:08

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On this episode of “Side Affects,” McGohan Brabender’s Strategy and Innovation team continues to discuss the driving force behind why “The New Member Journey” research is essential in understanding trends in benefits planning. Our host Kenzie is joined again by Dave Homan, Director of Strategy and Innovation, to dissect the findings of this researc…

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Side Affects Episode 113 | Celebrating Cultural Uniqueness - DE&I Part V 31:54

1+ y ago31:54

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As we wrap up the five-part series with Tiffin University’s Center for Intercultural Excellence on this episode of Side Affects, Kenzie, and Anne Marie welcome back Nadia Lewis and Julia Porter along with Jacob Simon, Assistant Vice President for Intercultural and Community Engagement. As Dean of Students, Jacob shares how they support the students…

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Side Affects Episode 112 | Culture Isn’t the Flavor of the Month - DE&I Part IV 32:18

2y ago32:18

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MB Side Affects podcast continues with Tiffin University’s Center for Intercultural Excellence. Kenzie McEvily and guest host Anne Marie Singleton welcome the President of Tiffin University and founder of the Center, Dr. Lillian Schumacher. Together with Nadia Lewis and Julia Porter, this fourth of the five-part series dives into the center’s begin…

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Side Affects Episode 111 | Don't Just Hire Diversity, Weave It into Belonging - DE&I Part III 36:29

2y ago36:29

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Side Affects host, Kenzie McEvily and guest host, Anne Marie Singleton continue the 5-part series with Tiffin University's Center for Intercultural Excellence, Nadia Lewis, and Julia Porter to discuss Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and in addition, Belonging. This third episode of the series dives deep into Equity in the Workplace. It starts, once a…

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Side Affects Episode 110 | Be Worthy of the Talent You Hire - DE&I Part II 32:25

2y ago32:25

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It’s time to continue your DEI education by joining Side Affects host, Kenzie McEvily and her guest host, Anne Marie Singleton with the second podcast of the 5-part series with Tiffin University’s Center for Intercultural Excellence, Julia Porter and Nadia Lewis. This episode concentrates on the best practices companies should follow to be more inc…

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Side Affects Episode 109 | Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable - DE&I Part I 42:22

2y ago42:22

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Side Affects host, Kenzie McEvily and guest host Anne Marie Singleton are excited to be the first to share with you Tiffin University’s Center for Intercultural Excellence, Nadia Lewis, and Julia Porter, to discuss across a 5-part series: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This first episode reveals the importance of self-awareness. The timing of thi…

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Side Affects Episode 108 | What Employees Want for Benefit Options - Member Journey Part II 36:46

2y ago36:46

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Side Affects host Kenzie McEvily, and guest host Dave Homan, VP of Strategy & Innovation, continue discussing The New Member Journey. They dig deeper into what your Millennial and Generation Z employees define as a ‘rich benefit.” It isn’t medical insurance, and it isn’t necessarily retirement earnings. Dave shares the essential guidelines to build…

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Side Affects Episode 107 | Now Back to Our Previously Scheduled Program … The Member Journey! 31:42

2y ago31:42

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Before the COVID pandemic in 2019, McGohan Brabender’s Strategy & Innovation team anticipated the necessity for employers to examine their employee benefit offerings. As the pandemic dust clears, we are eager to finally dig deeper and share how employees call the shots, creating “The New Member Journey.” Join Kenzie for the first episode of The Mem…

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Side Affects Episode 106 | Defining a New "Work-Life Balance"… For Each Generation 47:24

2y ago47:24

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Broadcasting to you, live at 2:00 AM from our office on the beaches of Bora Bora….Welcome to our first Side Affects podcast of 2022 - Kenzie and Scott welcome Michael Denisoff, President and CEO of Employers Resource Association. With over 30 years of assisting companies, Michael shares his observations of The Great Resignation and how to balance t…

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Side Affects Episode 105 | Ascend Innovations: Leveraging Technology to Do Good 37:38

2+ y ago37:38

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This Side Affects episode shares the bright future for the health care issues in southwest Ohio. Tune in with Kenzie and Scott to learn what Dayton, the Midwest town of Innovation, has going on with their health care network systems. Our guests, Josh Gratsch and Dr. Bill Baez from Ascend Innovations share how Ascend has rallied three top hospital s…

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Side Affects Episode 104 | Evolution of the Patient Experience Through COVID 36:31

2+ y ago36:31

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We wanted to hear it from the front line: How is COVID affecting the health care process? Join us for this very informative Side Affects podcast. We’ve invited two KHN physicians, internist Dr. Peter Nelson and cardiologist Dr. Harvey Hahn to discuss the pros and cons of how we approach our physical well-being and the health care system. Many of th…

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Side Affects Episode 103 | Airrosti: Reducing the Cost of Rapid Recovery, Remotely 33:52

2+ y ago33:52

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That is a lot to unpack! One of our long-time partners, AIRROSTI, joins us for a second Side Affects podcast to update us since their last episode. AIRROSTI inspires the reduction of the musculoskeletal (MSK) health care spend employers are experiencing. COVID-19 accelerated these new rapid recovery services they had been developing. Join Kenzie Mc…

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Side Affects Episode 102 | ConsumerOptix: Becoming the ‘Amazon’ of Life Insurance 29:50

2+ y ago29:50

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James O’Hara, CEO of Dayton-based ConsumerOptix, has drawn a path for this front-office communication start-up to become the ‘Amazon’ of Life Insurance. James and his team are driven to get the employee benefits and insurance industry up to speed in the digital evolution by understanding the employee’s approach to consuming and purchasing.Join Side…

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Side Affects Episode 101 | onefifteen: Activating the Data of the Opioid Epidemic 43:44

2+ y ago43:44

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In 2017, our nation was losing 115 people a day to drug misuse, with Dayton, Ohio flagged as the epicenter of the opioid epidemic. This Side Affects episode, Kenzie McEvily and guest host, Scott McGohan welcome Marti Taylor from onefifteen, a not-for-profit organization that asked the questions, “What can we do? How can we understand addiction to t…

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Side Affects Episode 100 | We’ve Come a Long Way, MB! 46:39

2+ y ago46:39

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McGohan Brabender started the Side Affects podcast in 2016, with six people stuffed into a sound-proof closet. Although it was successful, for obvious reasons, things had to change. Here we are now marking our 100th episode looking back at how far we have come. Join in the celebration with producer Kenzie McEvily with her usual sidekicks, Scott McG…

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Side Affects Episode 099 | Captives: “Putting the We in Front of Me” 34:47

3y ago34:47

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Captives…loosely defined as an alternative method of sharing the claim risk across a larger pool. Side Affects producer, Kenzie McEvily and co-host, Anne Marie Singleton speak with Scott Insurance’s, Pim Jager, VP Lead of Captives about the history, the dynamics, and the future of modern captives for health care specifically brought on by the ACA i…

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Side Affects Episode 098 | Don’t Live In Fear, Just Be Aware 31:53

3y ago31:53

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COVID-19 threw us deeper into the digital world, and now the virtual space is an identity hacker's paradise, eager to steal your identity. We are excited to share this compelling topic on today's episode of Side Affects. Producer, Kenzie McEvily and co-host, Anne Marie Singleton are joined by special guest Kim Redd, Benefits Specialist from Legal S…

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Episode 097 | Direct Contracts: Modern Flair for Cost-Effective Health Care 33:56

3y ago33:56

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Even though Direct Contracting has been around for decades, employers are finding creative ways to tailor their employees' health care needs. On this episode of Side Affects, we have invited our partner at M3 Insurance, Vice-President of Employee Benefits Sales, Ryan Barbieri, to present how Direct Contracting has adapted beyond the single provider…

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Episode 096 | Everyone Has a Story 37:46

3y ago37:46

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In this episode of Side Affects, Producer Kenzie McEvily and co-host Scott McGohan welcomes Julie Manuel, a psychotherapist from Kettering Health, to discuss the subject of mental health and how delicate it is, especially for employers. Historically, the mental health stigma has improved, but today, factoring in the pandemic, mental health has cont…

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2021 McGohan Brabender Radio Spot 0:30

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If the past year has taught us anything - it's that change and agility are essential to survive and thrive! Is your employee benefit plan meeting the changing demands of your business? We can help! Contact McGohan Brabender today.Our 2021 radio spots can be heard in Columbus (610 AM), Cincinnati (700 WLW), Dayton (1290 WHIO) and Indianapolis (WFNI-…

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Episode 095 | Garner Health - Trusting Your Health Care Hero 33:16

3y ago33:16

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You can get higher quality health care for a lower cost. Yes, it does exist! Nick Reber, a self-defined data nerd, serves as Founder and CEO of Garner Health and our recent guest on “Side Affects.” From personal experience, Nick discovered that finding the right physician at the right time is the solution to excellent health care without blowing yo…

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Episode 094 | The ‘Trusty’ PBM Advisor 39:13

3y ago39:13

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Do you understand your contract with your Pharmacy Benefit Manager? Do you know if your PBM is managing your pharmacy utilization properly for your workforce? Join Kenzie and Scott with Thatcher Sloan and Bill Lenskold from Confidio, a PBM Consulting firm. Listen and learn how Confidio enhances the relationship you have with your PBM. They hold the…

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Episode 093 | 2020: Don’t Put It in the Rearview Mirror 35:10

3y ago35:10

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Our first Side Affects podcast of 2021 brings Todd Wilkowski from Frost, Brown, Todd, LLC to discuss with Kenzie and Scott how this past year, he has encouraged embracing the gift of time. Moving forward, we aren’t out of the COVID-19 woods yet, so we should continue to connect with others, take that extra step, and present culture as a competitive…

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Episode 092 | The Decision is in the Data 31:51

3+ y ago31:51

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A magic ball could make future health care decisions a bit easier, but math and science make your options realistic. Join MB CEO Scott McGohan, and "Side Affects" Producer, Kenzie Fell, with business partners Mike Pattengale and Jennifer Jones from Springbuk, a data analytics platform supporting employers to make better health care decisions. With …

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Episode 091 | The Out-of-Office Output Isn’t Adding Up 37:02

3+ y ago37:02

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It has been said, considerably, that these are unprecedented times, specifically in our workforce. The US has never had so many employers insisting that their staff do their job from home. Join Side Affects producer, Kenzie Fell; MB CEO, Scott McGohan and frequent guest, Kristi Dinsmore as they discuss and measure how long companies and their emplo…

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Episode 090 | The Urgency of Adaptation: Open Enrollment Communication During COVID-19 24:51

3+ y ago24:51

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Join Side Affects Producer Kenzie Fell and MB Director of Strategy and Innovation, David Homan with their guest, HR manager, Mary Howbert from G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers. They discuss how to tackle the curveballs of conducting a business's HR side, especially open enrollment, during this pandemic. Kenzie, Dave, and Mary share how with numerous locatio…

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Episode 089 | Break the Rules: Automate your Annual Benefit Communications 25:03

4y ago25:03

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2020 has turned most of us upside down, so it may be the time to try something new for your benefits communications. For this Side Affects episode, producer, Kenzie Fell has pulled our Director of Strategy and Innovation, Dave Homan, from behind the scenes, upfront to discuss different options for open enrollment. Dave has decades of health care co…

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Episode 088: Don’t Let COVID-19 Damage Your Relationship with Your Clients 28:25

4y ago28:25

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Please tune in to Side Affects Podcast with MB CEO Scott McGohan and his guest, Lance Tyson, owner, President, and CEO of The Tyson Group. The Tyson Group directs companies to develop strong business team leaders by first diagnosing the company's needs. With COVID-19 still a prominent hurdle, it is imperative to find an outlet to stay engaged with …

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McGohan Brabender - Working Through COVID-19 0:28

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Episode 087: Benefit Technology: Rip and Replace? | Part 3 of 3 32:26

4y ago32:26

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As we wrap up the HR Technology series with Kelly Zimmerman from BTR, we discuss how companies that have HR Technology in place may be spending too much on the wrong products. What is the shelf life of technology? What you needed in 2010 may not be what you need now. Side Affects Producer, Kenzie, Co-Host, Anne Marie, and Kelly highlight how import…

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Episode 086: HR Technology Implementation Doesn't Have An Easy Button | Part 2 of 3 31:19

4y ago31:19

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Here is round two of the three-part series with HR Technology Consultant, Kelly Zimmerman of BTR. You’ve made the decision to bring in HR Technology, now take the next step of implementing it. Tune in as Kenzie and Anne Marie quiz Kelly on the best steps going forward for a successful transition of your HR Data. You must determine your priorities, …

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