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  1. MINDSPACE soundbite – 3 new employee benefits trends

    1 DAY AGO

    MINDSPACE soundbite – 3 new employee benefits trends

    In today's compliance-driven employee benefits environment, employers are wondering how to create connection and cohesion, and manage costs while remaining competitive.   This MINDSPACE soundbite, inspired by the February edition of our MINDSPACE newsletter, shares the three major trends that emerged from the Remchannel 2025 Employee Benefits Guide.    Out of 60 organisations, collectively employing over four hundred thousand people, the hot topics include wellness, performance-based rewards, and face time. Listen to this episode to find out more about how cost cutting measures, specialised health benefits, and office mandates are impacting businesses and their people.    If you’d like to subscribe, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.   Want to stay in the loop with the latest updates, insights, and ideas around retirement, investment, risk, health, and wellbeing on LinkedIn? Follow the new Old Mutual Employee Benefits page for practical insights and fresh perspectives.      Resources used in this episode:    SABC clip on Coronavirus Menopause in the workplace – The Conversation podcast, BBC World Service Remote work and the law – Newzroom Afrika Gen Z prioritises mental health over wealth in the workplace – peoplemanagement.co.uk The rising tides of cancers among young adults – National Library of Medicine Old Mutual paid out R29m every working day in underwritten policies in 2024 – Business Day 1 in 6 people globally affected by infertility – World Health Organization    Understanding the impact of menopause in the workplace – SHRM    After decades of misunderstanding, menopause is finally having its moment – Yale School of Medicine Cost management remains an executive priority in 2025 – BCG

    8 min
  2. Big Business Insights: The evolution and future of umbrella funds with Astrid Ludin & Michelle Acton

    6 DAYS AGO

    Big Business Insights: The evolution and future of umbrella funds with Astrid Ludin & Michelle Acton

    The number of registered retirement funds in South Africa has collapsed from almost 16 000 in 2000 to fewer than 5 000 in 2023. Currently, only around 870 of the registered funds are active. For companies, this is a chance to fundamentally redesign employee benefits to help deliver substantially better financial outcomes for their people. In this episode of Big Business Insights, brought to you by Old Mutual Corporate, host Blessing Utete, Commercial Executive Head at Old Mutual Corporate, discusses the opportunities of fund consolidation for employers.  Joining us is Astrid Ludin, Deputy Commissioner at the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, with 15 years of experience in consumer protection, financial regulation, inclusion and education. Our other guest is Michelle Acton, Chief Customer Officer at Old Mutual Corporate, whose work involves research and insights, customer engagement, education, data and reporting. Prior to this, she successfully led the Two-Pot programme across the Old Mutual Group.   The discussion covers the myths and truths about umbrella funds, how technology can personalise an employee benefits experience, and the consolidation lessons we can learn from other countries. All of this to achieve our collective goal: giving members the best possible chance at a secure retirement.    Follow the Old Mutual Employee Benefits page on LinkedIn and visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub for more insights, research and analysis to help you make the best decisions for your business, your employees and yourself.    Resources used in this episode: Michelle Acton on LinkedIn Astrid Ludin on LinkedInThe Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA)Umbrella fund boom: advisers should assess fit, not just fees  SME South Africa: Employee benefits for small businesses The future of employee benefits in South Africa  Old Mutual Employee Benefits page on LinkedIn

    34 min
  3. Big Business Insights: The neuroscience behind Two-Pot personas with Michelle Acton & Dr Charlene Heynes-Nell

    4 MAR

    Big Business Insights: The neuroscience behind Two-Pot personas with Michelle Acton & Dr Charlene Heynes-Nell

    For many South Africans, life is a balancing act. The Competition Commission’s September 2025 Cost of Living report found that the average worker spends over 57% of their income on transport and electricity. It’s easy to see why financial planning and saving may feel like luxuries.    The Two-Pot system has been a step in the right direction: it gives South Africans access to a portion of their savings in case of emergency, while preserving the retirement pot and thereby help South Africans save more. So, what have we learnt a year in? How can employers help improve preservation rates? And what can neuroscience offer when it comes to understanding why people make the choices they make?  This episode of Big Business Insights, brought to you by Old Mutual Corporate, has some answers. Host Blessing Utete, the Commercial Executive Head at Old Mutual Corporate, is joined by neuroscience change specialist and CEO of the Neuroscience Institute for Business, Dr Charlene Heyns-Nell. Also joining the discussion is Michelle Acton, Chief Customer Officer at Old Mutual Corporate, whose work involves research and insights, customer engagement, education, data and reporting.    Together, they help us better understand what drives employees’ decisions around retirement contributions. We delve into the complex emotional and cognitive parts of the process, and what kinds of rewards drive certain behaviours depending on the individual’s personality type.      We also hear what successful communication looks like in a local context – what kind of messaging by employers inspires positive action by employees.    Tune in to understand more about how behavioural science and retirement policy intersect, while looking at what can be done from the top down to encourage better financial preservation.   Follow the Old Mutual Employee Benefits page on LinkedIn and visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub for more insights, research and analysis to help you make the best decisions for your business, your employees and yourself.     Resources used in this episode:  Michelle Acton on LinkedIn Dr Charlene Heyns-Nell on LinkedIn   The Neuroscience Institute for Business StatsSA report on monthly earnings in SA The cost of living crisis in SA – Daily Maverick Salaries in South Africa – half of all workers earn less than you think – BusinessTech  Looking back on six months of Two-Pot Helping you understand the Two-Pot Retirement System

    33 min
  4. MINDSPACE soundbite – How to upgrade SA’s retirement score (according to global experts)

    18 FEB

    MINDSPACE soundbite – How to upgrade SA’s retirement score (according to global experts)

    In 1950, the average global life expectancy was about 46. Today, we’re marching closer to the 100 mark. But that means that people are set to outlive their savings – in some cases by decades. We need to reimagine retirement.  This MINDSPACE soundbite, inspired by the January edition of our MINDSPACE newsletter, gives some ideas how. We reveal South Africa’s score in the 2025 Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index, and consider the solutions on how to improve it.  If you’d like to subscribe, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.  Want to stay in the loop with the latest updates, insights, and ideas around retirement, investment, risk, health, and wellbeing on LinkedIn? Follow the new Old Mutual Employee Benefits page for practical insights and fresh perspectives.

    7 min
  5. MINDSPACE soundbite – The three personas of Two Pot and what they need from you

    04/12/2025

    MINDSPACE soundbite – The three personas of Two Pot and what they need from you

    When South Africa’s Two-Pot System went live, many employers and retirement funds braced for uncertainty. How many members would withdraw? How quickly? And what would they use the money for? Now, more than a year on, the data has provided clarity. Listen to this episode to find out more.  This MINDSPACE soundbite is inspired by the November edition of our MINDSPACE newsletter. If you’d like to subscribe, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.  Want to stay in the loop with the latest updates, insights, and ideas around retirement, investment, risk, health, and wellbeing on LinkedIn? Follow the new Old Mutual Employee Benefits page for practical insights and fresh perspectives.

    7 min
  6. MINDSPACE soundbite – How saving more could save SA

    31/10/2025

    MINDSPACE soundbite – How saving more could save SA

    What can we learn from other countries who have successfully moved from poverty to prosperity? Evidence from 60 years of data across 160 countries suggests that nations with high savings rates enjoy stronger and more sustained growth. What can business leaders and decision-makers do to make this a reality for South Africa? Listen to this episode to find out. This MINDSPACE soundbite is inspired by the October edition of our MINDSPACE newsletter. If you’d like to subscribe, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.   Want to stay in the loop with the latest updates, insights, and ideas around retirement, investment, risk, health, and wellbeing on LinkedIn? Follow the new Old Mutual Employee Benefits page for practical insights and fresh perspectives. Sources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89cJ9KTaZbE  https://www.linkedin.com/posts/old-mutual-employee-benefits_economy-savingsandinvestments-jobs-activity-7381236861387575296-wxmF/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAATSm-gB_Uj2aIe6zahNwHrpFRfTgjzUmF8  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dX1KpVFB1so  https://www.linkedin.com/company/old-mutual-employee-benefits/posts/?feedView=all

    7 min
  7. MINDSPACE soundbite – 3 key trends in employee benefits

    10/10/2025

    MINDSPACE soundbite – 3 key trends in employee benefits

    Our retirement system has seen significant improvements over the past few decades. But the pace of change is likely to accelerate, not slow down. What three trends are going to shape the future of the retirement industry over the next 10 to 15 years? Join us for this MINDSPACE Soundbite as we discuss what innovation is needed to address the challenge of poor retirement outcomes for members, while remaining sensitive to their realities in the South African context.  This MINDSPACE Soundbite is inspired by the October edition of our MINDSPACE newsletter. If you’d like to subscribe, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.  Credits:  https://youtu.be/SvKdpxo-lVs?t=7  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbedDaEWmAI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvKdpxo-lVs  https://youtu.be/6XrLzlCkOpA?t=263

    9 min
  8. MINDSPACE soundbite – What we must do now to secure better retirement futures

    12/09/2025 · BONUS

    MINDSPACE soundbite – What we must do now to secure better retirement futures

    What must South Africa do now to secure better retirement futures? A panel discussion sought to answer this question at the second annual Old Mutual Thought Leaders Forum in August 2025. In this special MINDSPACE Soundbite, we share the engaging dialogue and sound clips from the conversation. The panel comprised Astrid Ludin, Deputy Commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority; Chris Axelson, Deputy Director-General at the National Treasury; Shafeeq Abrahams, Chief Executive and Principal Officer of the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund; and Paul Watson, Principal at PDW Advisory in Australia. The discussion was moderated by Humphrey Mkwebu, Old Mutual Corporate’s Acting Managing Director. How can we better prepare ourselves for further reforms, what did Two-Pot teach us about tech, and is auto-enrolment on the cards for South Africa? Listen to find out.      If you’d like to subscribe to the MINDSPACE newsletter, contact us at mindspace@oldmutual.com or visit the Old Mutual Corporate Resource Hub at www.oldmutual.co.za/corporate/resource-hub.  Sources: Thought Leaders Forum 2025

    7 min
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