Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

A leader at Morgan Stanley at Work shares expert advice for helping employees make the most of their financial wellness benefits.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 4, 2025

Even if you have a business or a home that was not affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, you will likely see a surcharge to help pay for them on your next property insurance policy renewal. The state-run California FAIR Plan, which is the market of last resort when policyholders are unable to find coverage from private carriers, expects its total loss from the Palisades and Eaton fires to come in at $4 billion.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

Employers can use the Global Day of Unplugging as a springboard for healthier digital habits in the workplace all year long.

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Darwinbox

MARCH 4, 2025

Not fully aware of your organizational leave policy? Discover 11 different types of leaves available to Indian employees, including casual, sick, maternity, and state-specific leaves. Know your workplace rights.

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Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

Data from Bank of America found employees increased their 401(k) contribution rates in 2024. The right benefits will help advance that trend.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

Syndio launched its Pay Gap Reporting Hub in preparation for massive changes to the pay transparency landscape.

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HR Lineup

MARCH 4, 2025

Unlike traditional hiring methods that rely heavily on resumes and interviews, the Big Five test offers deeper insights into an individual’s behavior, work style, and compatibility with company culture. By leveraging this test, businesses can make smarter hiring decisions, reduce turnover rates , and foster more cohesive, productive teams. This article explores the Big Five personality traits, their impact on hiring, and how they contribute to building stronger teams.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

Nearly 84% of U.S.-based plans have an ERISA violation, spotlighting a need for independent benchmarking audits.

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HR Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

It’s March 4, 2025, and a chill has settled over Americas public servant. The current administrations suspension of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program along with key student loan repayment plans has unleashed a new kind of fear. For the nations teachers, firefighters and first responders, who rely on student debt relief after a decade of service, the paused loan forgiveness program is a punch in the gut.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Qandle

MARCH 4, 2025

Communication is the backbone of any organization. But did you know there are two primary ways we communicate at work? Formal and informal communication play a significant role in workplace interactions. While formal communication follows a structured approach, informal communication brings flexibility and spontaneity. For HR professionals, understanding both forms is crucial.

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3Sixty Insights

MARCH 4, 2025

My smart assistant for my stress-free work life. My Life Before My Smart Assistant Before I adopted my smart assistant, I was constantly checking my emails, tempted to reply to them as soon as I read them with minimum thinking time, spending Sundays to prepare for Mondaysand so on. Surprisingly, I didnt even realize this was not a stress-free work life.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 4, 2025

Understanding the basic rules of a health savings account (HSA) is critical in driving employee participation. According to our recent participant survey , HSAs were one of the top three benefits they wanted more education on. And only half of those surveyed in our Paying for Healthcare in America report said that they understand the differences among the different health spending accounts.

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3Sixty Insights

MARCH 4, 2025

Talent acquisition often looks backward, though it doesnt have to and it shouldnt. Today, most employers evaluate job candidates through traditional means They review resumes to identify candidates whose experience matches the job description; then, they conduct interviewsoften several of them led by different peopleto determine whether a candidate will align with the teams culture and approach.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Empuls

MARCH 4, 2025

Every organization invests heavily in hiring the best people because the best people become high-performing team members who deliver the best outcomes. Right? Wrong.  A team full of “A players” does not automatically translate to a high-performing team.  The US men’s Olympic 4x100 meter relay team has some of the fastest sprinters in the world.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 4, 2025

On January 22, 2025, the New York Assembly passed Senate Bill S929, known as the New York Health Information Privacy Act. If enacted, it will impose strict requirements on entities that handle health or wellness-related consumer data. Read more here.

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The Workcomp Writer

MARCH 4, 2025

In an important decision for maritime law and workers rights, the California Supreme Court has ruled that workers excluded from the federal Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA) may still pursue general maritime law claims against their employers, even when covered by state workers compensation [ Ranger v. Alamitos Bay Yacht Club , 2025 Cal.

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HR Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Well, that escalated quickly. Kroger announced on Monday that Rodney McMullen, its chairman and CEO for 11 years, has resigned following a board-led investigation into his personal conduct. The Kroger CEO resignation hit the deadlines Monday, and by Tuesday, Ronald Sargent, ex-Stagles CEO, had swiftly replaced as interim CEO. Behind the headlines Kroger CEO replaced, Rodney McMullen resigns, ethics probe, misconduct investigation lies a meatier story for HR leaders.

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Workplace Insight

MARCH 4, 2025

Finding some peace in a busy environment can be the difference between productivity and procrastination. Be my guest offers space for quiet contemplation or a quiet chat without the need to find a free meeting room or quiet corner. And with more people returning to the workplace after WFH, the need for a quiet retreat is increasing. Their most competitively priced phone booth yet, Be my guest highlights the quality and attention to detail for which Orangebox is renowned.

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Achievers

MARCH 4, 2025

Soft skills like teamwork, adaptability, and emotional intelligence fuel productivity and innovation yet many organizations struggle to measure and develop them. Without a thoughtful strategy in place, soft skills often go unrecognized, limiting their impact. Half of HR leaders believe their soft skills training works but only 20% of employees agree, according to the Achievers Workforce Institute (AWI) New Skills Gap report.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

MARCH 4, 2025

Turning crises into opportunities has long been a guiding principle in preparing for future needswhether related to health care, education, retirement or other financial goals. But what if uncertainty crept into your life today instead of tomorrow? When the unexpected occurs, organizations […] The post Navigating a Crisis: Essential Post-Disaster Strategies to Protect Organizations and Employees appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 4, 2025

Introduction Artificial intelligence is transforming industries worldwide, and the payments industry is no exception. By streamlining product design and optimizing operations, AI is empowering manufacturers and fleet managers to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing market. According to McKinsey & Company, global investment in AI technologies reached $165 billion in 2023, with a significant portion allocated to automotive and logistics innovations.

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Advertiser: Paycor

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

Business Management Daily

MARCH 4, 2025

Recognizing and addressing hostile work environments While nobody likes dealing with harassing conduct, employers must have policies to prevent it. Realizing and admitting that you have a hostile work environment can be challenging, especially if youre a manager or Human Resources professional. Denial is never the answer, though, as cases of harassment and employment discrimination dont just resolve themselves.

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Employee Benefit News

MARCH 4, 2025

Trump delivered on his threat to hit Canada and Mexico with sweeping import levies and doubled the charge on China.

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