Why are these companies paying off their employees’ student debt?
Our health has several components, and includes our physical, mental and financial wellbeing. As a psychologist, I systematically check-in on a wide variety of stressors, including personal finance. It’s not a link to good health that most are aware of, but financial health can have a significant impact on physical and mental health – and there’s strong research to support it. While there are things we need to do as individuals to ensure good financial health, organizations looking to increase health, and attract and retain excellent contributors can also play a role.
Love this article from the Globe and Mail on the benefits of employers paying off a student’s debt: Why are these companies paying off their employees’ student debt?