Open Enrollment Comms Calendar: Eight Touches, Zero Surprises

Enrollment participation spikes with a dated comms calendar—preview, decision guide, office hours, and deadline reminders tied to channel.

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HR operations workspace with organized documents

Employees do not ignore benefits—they ignore ambiguous timing. A comms calendar turns enrollment into a project with owners and channels.

#Build the eight-touch sequence

T-21 preview, T-14 guide, T-7 webinar, T-3 reminder, daily last 72 hours, plus manager talking points at T-10.

#Show money, not acronyms

Translate HDHP vs PPO into paycheck and out-of-pocket examples for a median salary band.

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This article is operational education only—not legal advice. Work with qualified counsel for compliance, compensation, and termination decisions in your jurisdiction.

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