In Sync with Synchronomics Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:01:10 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525958 en-us © 2026 In Sync with Synchronomics yes c7608f1a-bbd0-579f-be75-b4de573f4029 Content 151 episodic false At Synchronomics, we specialize in employer health plans and employer-sponsored retirement plans to make sure your entire benefits package complies with evolving regulation.


Join James and Jamie as they dive into topics focused on these important issues. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Content 151 https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ucx2grdx0h05eeae2pp4994bfsh2?.jpg In Sync with Synchronomics Boost your bottom line with Nathan Merrill Boost your bottom line with Nathan Merrill Profit talk isn’t taboo even in the world of benefits. This week on In Sync, James Holland and Jamie Linkowski (co-founders of Synchronomics) bring in attorney and tax specialist Nathan Merrill partner at Goodspeed Merrill, for a no-fluff look at how business owners can boost cash flow and profits, starting with smarter benefits.


Nathan shares everything from renewable energy tax credits to real-world tax moves, to determine what’s  working well now. He gives a detailed lesson (with some fascinating history on why we have access to these credits!) on how benefits tie directly to your bottom line. The hosts dig into the true cost of health insurance, practical ways to build affordable plans, and why retirement benefits don’t have to break the bank.


Nathan explains how it's all built into the tax code and how smart planning now gives you more options than waiting for tax season. 


Find more on Nathan in the notes, and subscribe for more answers, less jargon.
Learn more at https://Synchronomics.com.

Learn more about Goodspeed Merrill: https://goodspeedmerrill.com/, and Nathan Merrill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanmerrill/.

]]> Profit talk isn’t taboo even in the world of benefits. This week on In Sync, James Holland and Jamie Linkowski (co-founders of Synchronomics) bring in attorney and tax specialist Nathan Merrill partner at Goodspeed Merrill, for a no-fluff look at how business owners can boost cash flow and profits, starting with smarter benefits.


Nathan shares everything from renewable energy tax credits to real-world tax moves, to determine what’s  working well now. He gives a detailed lesson (with some fascinating history on why we have access to these credits!) on how benefits tie directly to your bottom line. The hosts dig into the true cost of health insurance, practical ways to build affordable plans, and why retirement benefits don’t have to break the bank.


Nathan explains how it's all built into the tax code and how smart planning now gives you more options than waiting for tax season. 


Find more on Nathan in the notes, and subscribe for more answers, less jargon.
Learn more at https://Synchronomics.com.

Learn more about Goodspeed Merrill: https://goodspeedmerrill.com/, and Nathan Merrill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanmerrill/.

]]> Content 151 Buzzsprout-18970883 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0500 1376 1 6 full false Benefits bellwethers for 2026 Benefits bellwethers for 2026 The so-called “Vibe-cession” is in full force in 2026: Markets are hitting new highs, indicators show the economy is strong… and yet Americans aren’t feeling the prosperity. Consumer confidence is at a 12-year low. Folks are worried about costs… and the pressure is ON for companies to start translating some of their wins into wins for their employees. Enter: Benefits.

In Sync co-hosts (and Synchronomics co-founders) James Holland and Jamie Linkowski dig into the headwinds and opportunities facing corporate plan sponsors in 2026. Their takeaway?

Benefits can set you apart in 2026… or help you dig your own grave.

The duo dive into regulation, talent retention, the potential for lawsuits in more in this episode kicking off our 2026 season.


Learn more at https://Synchronomics.com. 

]]> The so-called “Vibe-cession” is in full force in 2026: Markets are hitting new highs, indicators show the economy is strong… and yet Americans aren’t feeling the prosperity. Consumer confidence is at a 12-year low. Folks are worried about costs… and the pressure is ON for companies to start translating some of their wins into wins for their employees. Enter: Benefits.

In Sync co-hosts (and Synchronomics co-founders) James Holland and Jamie Linkowski dig into the headwinds and opportunities facing corporate plan sponsors in 2026. Their takeaway?

Benefits can set you apart in 2026… or help you dig your own grave.

The duo dive into regulation, talent retention, the potential for lawsuits in more in this episode kicking off our 2026 season.


Learn more at https://Synchronomics.com. 

]]> Content 151 Buzzsprout-18702026 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0600 1468 1 5 full false The rise of voluntary benefits with Kai Hand The rise of voluntary benefits with Kai Hand In this episode, hosts James and Jamie go beyond health and retirement to explore the growing world of voluntary benefits. Guest Kai Hand of Employees First joins us to unpack how voluntary benefits work, what to watch for in compliance and administration, and why they’re worth a closer look.

If you, like many, aren’t familiar with the term “voluntary benefits”—it’s add-on coverage that  spans dental and vision care, pet insurance, legal services, life insurance and disability supplements, and more. In short: These programs can provide a major advantage for employees… which can in turn provide a big benefit to the companies that sponsor them.

In fact, “VBs” are growing so popular they’re often viewed as essential by a workforce that demands both support and flexibility from employers.

There’s a lot to unpack if you want to get your benefits in sync! 


Learn more about Synchronomics: https://Synchronomics.com.

Learn more about Employees First: https://www.myemployeesfirst.com/, and Kai Hand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaihand/.



]]> In this episode, hosts James and Jamie go beyond health and retirement to explore the growing world of voluntary benefits. Guest Kai Hand of Employees First joins us to unpack how voluntary benefits work, what to watch for in compliance and administration, and why they’re worth a closer look.

If you, like many, aren’t familiar with the term “voluntary benefits”—it’s add-on coverage that  spans dental and vision care, pet insurance, legal services, life insurance and disability supplements, and more. In short: These programs can provide a major advantage for employees… which can in turn provide a big benefit to the companies that sponsor them.

In fact, “VBs” are growing so popular they’re often viewed as essential by a workforce that demands both support and flexibility from employers.

There’s a lot to unpack if you want to get your benefits in sync! 


Learn more about Synchronomics: https://Synchronomics.com.

Learn more about Employees First: https://www.myemployeesfirst.com/, and Kai Hand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaihand/.



]]> Content 151 Buzzsprout-18398483 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 1419 1 4 full false The 5-letter word to help boost your profits The 5-letter word to help boost your profits There are few words that instill fear in most Americans like “audit.” And yet, this five-letter word can help business owners significantly improve their profitability. While most executives understand the hypothetical benefit of an audit, they often leave their benefits plans untouched. Many auditors don’t understand the ins and outs of ERISA well enough to comb through the details of a plan and identify waste. That’s exactly where companies like Synchronomics come in… and we’re sharing our insights and strategies for saving money and identifying opportunities with you for FREE on episode three of IN SYNC. 


To learn more, or to bring in our team to assist in your company’s audit, head to https://Synchronomics.com


]]> There are few words that instill fear in most Americans like “audit.” And yet, this five-letter word can help business owners significantly improve their profitability. While most executives understand the hypothetical benefit of an audit, they often leave their benefits plans untouched. Many auditors don’t understand the ins and outs of ERISA well enough to comb through the details of a plan and identify waste. That’s exactly where companies like Synchronomics come in… and we’re sharing our insights and strategies for saving money and identifying opportunities with you for FREE on episode three of IN SYNC. 


To learn more, or to bring in our team to assist in your company’s audit, head to https://Synchronomics.com


]]> Content 151 Buzzsprout-18224152 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0600 1147 full false Risky benefits with Rick Canipe Risky benefits with Rick Canipe In this month’s episode, we look at *why* bad benefits are such bad business. Hosts James Holland and Jamie Linkowski are joined by their third co-founder, Rick Canipe, creator of the patented Plan Analyzer, IRS enrolled agent, and a renowned expert on retirement benefits.

We ask Rick about how employer-sponsored retirement plans came to be in the legal crosshairs, how exactly the Supreme Court has turned up the heat on plan sponsors, and why all of this means lawyers could be looking to go after smaller and smaller firms.

Plus… Jamie jumps in to answer one of our most pressing questions: Are healthcare plans next?

So far, disgruntled Americans are still focusing their ire on the insurers, but will we see folks shift their focus to the companies building these healthcare plans behind the scenes? Who’s really responsible?

There’s a lot to unpack if you want to get your benefits in sync! If you find yourself wanting to learn more after listening to today’s episode, head to https://Synchronomics.com.

]]> In this month’s episode, we look at *why* bad benefits are such bad business. Hosts James Holland and Jamie Linkowski are joined by their third co-founder, Rick Canipe, creator of the patented Plan Analyzer, IRS enrolled agent, and a renowned expert on retirement benefits.

We ask Rick about how employer-sponsored retirement plans came to be in the legal crosshairs, how exactly the Supreme Court has turned up the heat on plan sponsors, and why all of this means lawyers could be looking to go after smaller and smaller firms.

Plus… Jamie jumps in to answer one of our most pressing questions: Are healthcare plans next?

So far, disgruntled Americans are still focusing their ire on the insurers, but will we see folks shift their focus to the companies building these healthcare plans behind the scenes? Who’s really responsible?

There’s a lot to unpack if you want to get your benefits in sync! If you find yourself wanting to learn more after listening to today’s episode, head to https://Synchronomics.com.

]]> Content 151 Buzzsprout-18042487 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1196 1 2 full true Introducing Synchronomics...and ALICE Introducing Synchronomics...and ALICE Our podcast kicks off with an introduction to our MOST important colleague—who also needs to be YOUR most important colleague if you want to build a great business and avoid lawsuits.

Her name is ALICE, and she'll tell you everything you need to know about employee retention and building a benefits package that helps you level up your business.

Plus, we'll get into what it means to get your benefits in sync and why better benefits make better business. And you'll hear a bit of our origin story, with a good old fashioned movie throwback in the mix.

New episodes out monthly. Learn more at Synchronomics.com.

]]> Our podcast kicks off with an introduction to our MOST important colleague—who also needs to be YOUR most important colleague if you want to build a great business and avoid lawsuits.

Her name is ALICE, and she'll tell you everything you need to know about employee retention and building a benefits package that helps you level up your business.

Plus, we'll get into what it means to get your benefits in sync and why better benefits make better business. And you'll hear a bit of our origin story, with a good old fashioned movie throwback in the mix.

New episodes out monthly. Learn more at Synchronomics.com.

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