IBI's Research Roundup

"Research Roundup" presented by Integrated Benefits Institute is a podcast hosted by Dr. Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, that explores the latest trends and research in employee health, well-being, and workplace productivity. Each episode offers insightful analyses and actionable takeaways to help employers, benefits consultants, and vendors stay informed and ahead of the curve.

IBI's Research Roundup is a business podcast hosted by Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, PhD, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, PhD hosts IBI's Research Roundup, a business show with 12 episodes published.

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  Return-to-Work That Works: Evidence-Based Strategies to Bring Employees Back and Help Them Stay

  Dec 4, 202511 minS0

  <p>This episode digs into what really moves the needle for return-to-work (RTW) success, drawing on insights from IBI’s latest Return-to-Work Success report and new disability management research. You’ll hear how early outreach, coordinated case management, and smart job accommodations can cut disability duration, boost long-term success, and keep teams strong. We unpack why RTW chances decline after about 70 days away, how multi-domain RTW programs help employees return 1.4 times faster, and why confidence, manager support, and culture matter just as much as medical recovery. We also spotlight practical, low-cost accommodations, ways to address barriers such as transportation and chil...

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  The Working Caregiver :Strain and Work Productivity Loss

  Nov 21, 20259 minS0

  <p>Discover the business impact of caregiver support in the workplace with insights from IBI’s most recently published research. In this episode, we go beyond the headlines to reveal how caregiving responsibilities now affect more than 60 million working Americans across every age, industry, and pay grade. Hear why 45 percent of caregivers fall within their prime earning years, how unaddressed family care leads to $30 billion in annual productivity losses, and why employees with high caregiving strain are up to 40 times more likely to report major disruptions at work. We break down the newest evidence on supporting employee caregivers—showing which bene...

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  Modern Absence Management: From Paper Chasing to Predictive Solutions

  Nov 17, 20258 minS0

  <p>Recent IBI research reveals that hybrid and remote work reduce absences for 70% of organizations. Explore how flexible scheduling, digital self-reporting, and proactive caregiver support are reshaping absence management, driving productivity, and setting a new standard for employee wellbeing in today’s workforce.</p>

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  AI in Absence Management—How Data Is Transforming HR and Benefits

  Nov 10, 20259 minS0

  <p>A forward-looking take on artificial intelligence in health benefits and absence management. Highlights recent IBI research on how HR and benefits leaders are adopting AI tools for predictive analytics, automation, and improving employee experience, with examples of what’s working across organizations. </p>

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  Mind the Gap: Why Mental Health Benefits Only Work When Employees Use Them

  Oct 3, 20259 minS3

  <p>Employers across the country are investing heavily in mental health — but are those benefits actually working?</p><p>In this episode of IBI’s Research Roundup, we break down findings from the <b>2025 Mental Health Report: Mind the Gap</b>, a new study based on responses from more than 1,200 full-time employees. The data reveals a critical truth: it’s not about access, it’s about utilization.</p><p>Employees who actively use mental health benefits show <b>nearly 3x stronger links to wellbeing and productivity</b> compared to those who only have access on paper. And when employees engage with six...

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