Small Business, Big Impact: Yes, You Can Offer Great Benefits

Daniele Penariol
Aug 25
2 min read

When people think of employee benefits, they often imagine large corporations with big HR departments and huge budgets. But here’s the truth: small businesses can—and should—offer benefits too.

Providing the right benefits doesn’t just support your employees, it strengthens your entire business. It helps you attract talent, retain great people, and build loyalty that goes far beyond a paycheck.

Why Benefits Matter for Small Businesses

Compete for Talent: In today’s job market, employees are looking at more than salary. Health coverage, life insurance, and retirement planning matter.
Boost Retention: Employees who feel cared for are less likely to leave, saving you the high costs of turnover.
Improve Productivity: Healthier, happier teams show up, perform better, and stay engaged.
Show You Care: Offering benefits builds trust and positions you as an employer of choice in your community.

Affordable Options That Work

You don’t have to break the bank to give your team meaningful benefits. Small business plans can include:

Health Insurance Packages (including PPO options)
Life and Disability Insurance for peace of mind
Dental and Vision Coverage at group rates
Retirement Planning Tools such as 401(k) or CalSavers
Preventive Care that reduces long-term costs

Even part-time or hourly employees can access coverage through flexible plan designs—so you can tailor benefits to your budget and your team.

How to Get Started

Identify what your employees value most. A short survey can go a long way.
Work with an experienced advisor (like EPIA!) who understands California laws and can compare multiple carriers.
Start small. Even one or two benefit offerings make a big difference. You can grow over time.
Educate your employees. Many don’t realize the full value of benefits until they’re explained clearly.

The EPIA Advantage

For over 30 years, EPIA has been helping California’s small businesses create smart, affordable benefits strategies. Whether you’re a team of five or fifty, we’ll help you design a plan that attracts talent, fits your budget, and keeps your business compliant.

Small business? Big impact. Yes, you can offer great benefits—and EPIA is here to make it happen.

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