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Best and worst states for starting salaries in big tech

Employee Benefit News

The average starting salary for the top ten states is $110,000 and the average starting salary for the bottom ten states is $41,452.

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Want sustainable buildings? Invest strategically in smart technology

Workplace Insight

Strategic investment, innovative technology, and collaboration are essential for achieving sustainability and value goals in the real estate sector, according to a new report from Colliers. The report Realising ESG Performance: The Value-Driven Transformation of Europe’s Built Environment [registration] claims to provide insights into how the real estate industry can embrace sustainable buildings and comply with regulatory demands while creating long-term value.

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5 strategies for mitigating the effects of work stress

Employee Benefit News

Leaders need to redefine work-life balance, leverage relationships, encourage mentorship, modernize EAPs, and share the load between employers and employees.

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Bosses are too cocky when it comes to modern risks to their businesses

Workplace Insight

CEOs face sleepwalking into reputational disaster through a concerning over-confidence which masks inadequate crisis planning to mitigate modern day risks, according to a new report [registration] from PHA Group. The survey questioned 150 CEOs across the UK’s £240bn professional services sector on confidence and planning in navigating business critical issues.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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Amazon to invest in next-generation nuclear energy

Employee Benefit News

Amazon and billionaire financier Ken Griffin are among the backers anchoring a $500 million investment in small nuclear reactors.

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What happens after parental leave? Here's what managers should know

Employee Benefit News

Jen Fong, VP of people at Customer.io, breaks down how managers can support new parents returning from a months-long leave.

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How The Great Detachment Is Transforming Workplace Dynamics

BetterUp

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Prudential's new wellness hub simplifies benefits access

Employee Benefit News

With life, absence, and disability products along with wellness offerings in one place, people can find what they need, when they need it.

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7 Alternatives To The Body Mass Index (BMI)

Wellable

Discover effective BMI alternatives including body roundness index, waist-to-hip ratio, body fat scales, and more for a more accurate health evaluation. The post 7 Alternatives To The Body Mass Index (BMI) appeared first on Wellable.

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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders

Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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California Offers to Hike Minimum Wages to $18 From 2025

HR Digest

Progress is good, but we can always do better. California is exploring the option of increasing the state’s minimum wage to $18 per hour in the coming years. A Californian ballot, Proposition 32, is considering hiking the minimum wage to $17 per hour for the rest of 2024, along with a plan to bring it up further starting next year. The California minimum wage law increased the minimum wage in the state to $16 per hour on January 1, 2024, and Healthcare Facility employees saw the same minimum ra

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Beyond corporate payments: The power of flexible, fast payments to drive business growth

WEX Inc.

88% of heads of payment believe using faster payment methods are instrumental in driving business growth, according to PYMNTS. Faster, flexible payment options have the potential to improve customer satisfaction, enhance cash flow, and create a sustainable competitive advantage for businesses. In the first two installments of our “Beyond corporate payments” series, we explored the role of secure payments in building trust with suppliers and the power of AI-driven solutions in account

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Standing Out in the Crowd: How Total Compensation Reports Attract Top Talent

COMPackage

In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining high-performing employees is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Salary is undeniably important, but it’s just one piece of the puzzle. Top talent seeks a holistic compensation package that values their well-being and career development. This is where Total Compensation Reports (TCRs) come in.

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10 Best Expense Reporting & Management Software in 2024

HR Lineup

Expense reporting and management software is essential for businesses seeking to streamline financial operations, enhance compliance, and gain better insights into their spending patterns. With advancements in technology, these tools have become more efficient, integrating automation, AI-driven insights, and cloud capabilities. In 2024, the landscape of expense management tools is diverse, catering to businesses of all sizes.

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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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If firms want people to ‘return to office’, they should offer a better experience

Workplace Insight

A new report from the British Council for Offices (BCO) argues that if employers want their staff to ‘return to office’, they need to approach the workplace in the same way they would their customers by creating spaces that offer experiences workers actively seek out. The report, titled Towards Experience Utopia , claims to serve as a comprehensive guide for creating optimal working environments that integrate the best aspects of both remote and in-office work.

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Should I sign up for Medicare when I turn 65?

Higginbotham

The popular perception is that your 65th birthday marks the milestone in your life when you get to walk out of the office, kick back and reap the fruits of your labor as you enjoy sunsets from your porch. But, for some, that perception is a thing of the past. Whether it’s for financial reasons or simply for enjoyment, nowadays, many workers continue employment past the age of 65.

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First impressions count, and they’re harder to achieve through a screen

Workplace Insight

According to an oft-cited study by psychologists at Princeton, we more or less make our minds about other people within one tenth of a second of meeting them. Experience suggests first impressions are often wrong, or at least incomplete, but at least we can correct ourselves. According to a new study in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , many people says that it’s even harder to form an accurate impression of someone they meet through a screen.

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Prepare for Success: A Year-End Guide to Estate Planning, Insurance, Financial Organization, & Cleanups

CorpStrat

As the year is quickly coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your business and personal financial goals and set the stage for a successful 2025. Year-end planning is crucial not only for assessing the progress you’ve made, but also for taking steps to ensure that next year starts off on the right foot. A well-thought-out strategy that includes estate planning, insurance reviews, and financial assessments can help you streamline your affairs and create a solid financial foundatio

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

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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Workplace etiquette: The ultimate guide to professionalism

Business Management Daily

When you think about workplace etiquette, do you imagine greeting colleagues as you arrive in the morning or holding the door open when spotting your boss toting a heavy load? Such politeness is part of the concept. But workplace etiquette goes even deeper. Think of it as the customary code for your place of employment. It is what people expect from a professional in a given work environment.