A survival kit for open enrollment

Open enrollment season has a way of bringing out the same questions, last-minute requests, and inbox chaos year after year. So why not have some fun along the way with your colleagues?

 

Use the toolkit below for a mini break during open enrollment season.

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Complete-the-story

Add a little imagination to the questions, curveballs, and “quick” conversations HR teams know all too well. Fill in the blanks and see where your open enrollment story takes you.

10 thoughts from HR during open enrollment

Many open enrollment challenges (and annoyances) are universal. If you've experienced any of these, you're definitely not alone. In fact, this list may have you thinking, "Did you just read my mind?"

Open enrollment Bingo

“Can you resend that?” Check. “What’s the deadline?” Check. Turn the most relatable open enrollment moments into a game of HR bingo and see who gets five in a row first.

Win an open enrollment care package

You spend the year supporting employees. Now it’s your turn. Enter for a chance to win an "open enrollment care package" with a $100 Visa gift card and cozy care essentials.*

*One winner of the prize drawing will be chosen randomly and contacted by Bright Horizons. Your enrollment in our programs is not required to enter or win. Bright Horizons employees are not eligible for participation. Open to U.S. residents only; void where prohibited. Any participant is solely responsible for compliance with any/all applicable company policies governing the participation in giveaways/drawings and the acceptance of the types of prizes offered herein. Entries close on October 30, 2026, 11:59 PM ET.

Add some fun to open enrollment

A little fun can go a long way during one of the busiest times of year. Download our collection of resources designed to add fresh energy to open enrollment season.