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People want to work in an office some of the time, but don’t like mandates and lack of flexibility

Workplace Insight

More than half (51 percent) of UK workers are in favour of some form of so-called return to office (RTO) policy, but flexibility is key to any office mandated approach, according to a new poll from Owl Labs. The survey suggest that while UK workers recognise some benefits when it comes to mandates – where employees are required to be in the office for a set number of days – they want the flexibility to choose when they work from the office.

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Study: Sleep Deprivation Raises Diabetes Risk, Even With Healthy Diet

Wellable

Research reveals a link between sleep deprivation and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Employers play a big role in supporting employee sleep health. The post Study: Sleep Deprivation Raises Diabetes Risk, Even With Healthy Diet appeared first on Wellable.

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Workplace misconduct is rife, but people are reluctant to report it

Workplace Insight

Ahead of an expected government review into UK whistleblowing frameworks, a new report claims that half (52 percent) of employees are now more aware of the importance of whistleblowing. However mistrust around possible retaliation and reliable process still holds many back from reporting workplace misconduct. The poll of 2,000 employees commissioned by Personio suggests that 43 percent of employees have seen or experienced some kind of workplace misconduct include inappropriate or illegal behavi

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CMS Releases CY 2025 Advance Notice for Medicare Advantage and Part D

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On January 31, 2024, the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year (CY) 2025 for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and D Payment Policies. CMS also released a press release and fact sheet. The advance notice is released on an annual basis and includes proposed updates […] The post CMS Releases CY 2025 Advance Notice for Medicare Advantage and Part D appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Remote work leads to more people suffering from ‘phone anxiety’

Workplace Insight

A new poll conducted by telephone answering provider, Face For Business , suggests that four in 10 employees have experienced an increase in feelings of ‘phone anxiety’ as a result of remote work. The survey also claims that those aged 18-34 bear the brunt of this heightened anxiety. The report claims that the driver of this surge in anxiety is alack of immediate support available to remote workers, which 12 percent of respondents cited as their primary concern when fielding calls fr

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Examples for giving negative feedback to your manager

Business Management Daily

We’re used to seeing managers address their employees when something’s wrong, but the reverse is equally important. Just like anybody else, managers don’t always know something is wrong unless it’s brought to their attention—sometimes by their own team members. Right away, there’s an obvious power imbalance here. Unlike managers, team members who offer criticisms to their boss—even in a fair and respectful manner—expose themselves to potential consequences that, should their boss respond badly,

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Upskill your workforce and build a future-ready business

Insperity

In today’s post-pandemic landscape , a company’s path to success depends on the quality, adaptability and resiliency of its people. But how do you cultivate a top-notch workforce ready to meet all the challenges of our modern and dynamic workplace? Upskilling your workforce is an important place to start. When you need additional skills in your workplace, it’s good to have a mix of external candidates so that your company can incorporate new and more diverse capabilities, experiences and perspec

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Potential Energy

Florida Workers' Comp

The striking characteristic of the Worker’s Compensation community has persistently been involvement and engagement. I am, perhaps, spoiled by my long association with so many in the space. When I encounter lawyers and judges engaged in other practices, I am often struck by their expressions of both surprise and admiration regarding the close-knit community that is Worker’s Compensation.

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What is a Communication Breakdown in the Workplace?

HR Lineup

Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful workplace. It fosters collaboration, enhances productivity, and builds strong relationships among team members. However, despite its importance, communication breakdowns are a common occurrence in many workplaces. These breakdowns can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, decreased morale, and ultimately hinder organizational success.

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.

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Tackling remote work tax challenges

Employee Benefit News

Staying up to date on compliance and labor laws ensures a smooth, successful experience for employers and employees.

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Blog: Will AI Live Up to the Hype?

3Sixty Insights

Over the past decade, the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) has become a cacophony, particularly within the realm of Human Resources (HR) technology. Vendors clamber to integrate AI capabilities into their offerings, while organizations eagerly seek the latest AI-enabled solutions to stay ahead of the competition and avert obsolescence in an ever-evolving landscape.

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How AI may make more employees eligible for overtime pay

Employee Benefit News

An employment attorney explains how AI will impact overtime pay for employers today and in the future.

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Reinforcing concrete with textiles instead of steel could be game changer for built environment

Workplace Insight

By reinforcing concrete with textiles instead of steel, it is possible to use less material and create slender, lightweight structures with a significantly lower environmental impact. The technology to utilise carbon fibre textiles already exists, but it has been challenging to produce a basis for reliable calculations for complex and vaulted structures.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Evolving assaults on ERISA preemption threaten benefits uniformity

Employee Benefit News

Laws such as Florida's Prescription Drug Reform Act could unravel many of the invaluable protections ERISA has provided.

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If you want to get ahead, stay humble

Workplace Insight

Amid a year of elections and leadership battles and following the airing of the 18th series of BBC’s The Apprentice, you may be forgiven for thinking that arrogance or self-promotion is a pathway to success in business. But new research shows that the opposite is actually true. A study, led by academics at the University of Sussex Business School, has challenged the conventional narrative of leadership and advises those seeking to reach the top to stay humble.

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Target is doubling its employee bonuses this year

Employee Benefit News

The move follows better-than-expected earnings in recent weeks, and will benefit all eligible salaried workers.

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A lot of people are not motivated by motivational phrases

Workplace Insight

A new survey of around 2,000 people commissioned by Preply suggests that 46 percent of workers are not motivated by motivational phrases in the workplace with 53 percent of those surveyed saying they would never use a motivational quote in their everyday lives. According to those surveyed, almost half of those would not be motivated by a motivational phrase with “Do the impossible” being the least motivating (57 percent).

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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This telehealth platform helps cancer patients navigate treatment with personalized support

Employee Benefit News

From medical advice to emotional support, experts help guide members through all areas of cancer treatment.

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Exclusive: Plane Saver Credit Union rolls out health and wellbeing benefits for staff

Employee Benefits

Plane Saver Credit Union has introduced a range of lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits for its 36 employees. Through a partnership with Vivup, the credit union’s employees will be able to access an online GP for proactive wellbeing and preventative services, 24/7 support and information through health management platform Your Care Wellbeing, and expert advice on issues such as debt, menopause, smoking cessation, and domestic abuse.

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'An uphill battle': Lack of diversity in the financial industry is hurting women long-term

Employee Benefit News

A financial services executive discusses why a lack of representation in the space could put more women at risk of financial ruin.

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British Engines enhances maternity pay

Employee Benefits

Engineering group British Engines has enhanced maternity pay as part of its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace environment and attracting more women into engineering. The group, which employs 1,200 employees across eight businesses in north east England, will now offer maternity leave with full pay for the first 16 weeks, 75% of pay for the following six weeks and 50% of pay for the next 12 weeks.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Architecture must transform to meet the climate challenge, say RIBA

Workplace Insight

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched a new horizon-scanning programme with a set of scans that identify the most pertinent environmental issues facing the built environment over the next ten years. Developed by leading academics, The Environmental Challenge themed horizon scans provide foresight into the most significant actions the architecture profession can take to help mitigate the worst impacts of climate change, adapt buildings to withstand weather extremes, promot

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Merck expands fertility benefit programme

Employee Benefits

Credit: Tada Images / Shutterstock.com Science and technology organisation Merck has expanded its fertility benefit programme to employees in 11 additional countries. The benefit, which was first introduced in nine markets in October 2023, has now been rolled out to its workforces in Australia, Colombia, Indonesia, Ireland, Malaysia, Peru, the Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Spain and Turkey.

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Things Every Employer Should Know About Pension-Linked Employee Savings Accounts (PLESAs)

Snell & Wilmer Benefits

In the wake of recent developments, we are pleased to provide insights into Pension-Linked Employee Savings Accounts (PLESAs) under the Secure 2.0 Act. PLESAs are short-term savings accounts that are established and maintained within a defined contribution plan. The legislative intent of a PLESA is to allow low- and middle-income employees to use payroll deductions to accumulate funds that they can use in the event of an emergency.

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Darktrace appoints David Smith chief people officer

Employee Benefits

Cyber security firm Darktrace has appointed David Smith chief people officer. Smith will join the executive management team and report to chief executive officer Poppy Gustafsson. He will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of Darktrace’s global people strategy , with a focus on strengthening HR operations, and ensuring programmes are in place to build high-performing teams to help deliver on future growth ambitions.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.