The most successful are those who understand their choices and are actively involved in the decisions that affect their money. Many of today's workers have little appreciation for these three basic principles of financial security. They haven't been exposed to financial education and likely won't be unless it is convenient and in a comfortable setting. Few places qualify better than the worksite on both counts. Financial education through the worksite is not just a one-way street.
Employers also gain.
Financial education can help employees better understand their entire benefit program, including their retirement plan, enhancing their appreciation of the overall value provided by the employer. In today's competitive employment marketplace, financial education can be a distinctive advantage in attracting and retaining employees. Most importantly, though, equipping workers with the information to build and manage their own financial security makes for more empowered employees, a stronger marketplace and a healthier society.