McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
The state of Washington has placed additional restrictions on the use of noncompetition agreements. Readers may be familiar with the Federal Trade Commission’s latest noncompete rule, which goes into effect on September 4, 2024. While that federal regulation is currently being challenged in court, Washington’s rule has already gone into effect.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
More than four in 10 (44%) of UK workers admitted to feeling exhausted at the end of a working day, according to new research by Telus Health. For its Telus mental health index , the global healthcare organisation explored the mental health of employed people in the UK, the US, Canada, Europe, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. The index is based on a scoring system that turns responses into point values, with higher point values associated with better mental health.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 12, 2024
Amongst the demands of our daily tasks, one huge challenge that often goes unnoticed: constant messages from communication platforms at every turnaround. The volume of distractions bombarding professionals is staggering. Studies show that from endless Slack notifications and video calls these interruptions disrupt workflow and concentration. This makes it incredibly challenging to navigate through the sea of digital noise.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
It was announced in April that GPs may no longer be required to sign off fit notes and that responsibility will be passed to an unspecified healthcare specialist. What do the possible legal implications of this look like and what will be the impact on employees? A sick note, or fitness for work (fit) note, is a written document stating whether an illness or current condition is affecting an employee’s ability or general fitness to work.
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Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 12, 2024
In the wake of Mental Health Awareness Week last month, now is a brilliant opportunity to take stock of impactful employee wellbeing initiatives. Many people feel their employers are guilty of ‘ wellness washing ’, the practice of paying lip service to wellbeing. However, the benefits of impactful wellbeing initiatives are clear – 89 percent of employees who have wellness programmes at work report being more engaged and happy within their roles.
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15Five
JUNE 12, 2024
Growing pains. They come up for just about every organization, no matter how big, how successful, or how much you invest in culture. Whenever you hit a period of serious growth, you’re bound to encounter situations where the culture your initial team built may struggle to keep up. I’m Katya Laviolette , Chief People Officer at 1Password, and I dove into this topic with 15Five on the HR Superstars Podcast.
PeopleKeep
JUNE 12, 2024
Being self-employed comes with many benefits, like being your own boss and having control over your work schedule. However, one drawback is having to navigate the world of health insurance on your own. Luckily, there are several options available for self-employed individuals to obtain health coverage. This article will go over the different health insurance options available for the self-employed to help you make the best decision for your health and budget.
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 12, 2024
Virtual and augmented reality can help minimize the barriers that some employees face in being fully present in the workplace.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 12, 2024
Employee engagement worldwide has remained steady according to the latest edition of Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report. The good news, according to the authors, is that the percentage of engaged employees – those enthusiastic about their work – held at a record high of 23 percent from 2022. However, the bad news is that the majority of employees are still not engaged (62 percent) and just show up to do the minimum, while a significant number (15 percent) are active
Speaker: Debra Squyres
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 12, 2024
Here's why words like "dynamic," "passionate" and "innovative" are just taking up valuable space on your resume.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
A franchisee owner of four McDonald’s restaurants in Leicester has committed to awarding employees with a local gift card for rewards and incentives. Established by BID Leicester, the Leicester Gift Card is part of the Town and City Gift Card initiative across the UK and Ireland. More than 170 shops, restaurants, attractions, hotels and salons in Leicester will accept the card.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 12, 2024
Following last week’s news that the fastest growing job category in the US isn’t necessarily the one you’d expect, a new report from HR software provider Ciphr, based on ONS data, claims to identify which jobs are the most disproportionately common in each part of the UK. The report analyses the latest regional employee estimates for over 370 occupations to find out which work roles (with at least 5,000 full-time employees) appear to be more concentrated, or over-represented, i
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
Listen: This episode of the Employee Benefits podcast shines a light on how Aldermore Bank has embedded its organisation’s purpose in all of its operations and ensures this is apparent within its reward strategy. Its purpose is to support people to ‘go for it’ in life and business, and to reflect this it places a strong emphasis on financial inclusion and wellbeing.
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Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.
Winston Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
Questions Kelly: We are coming up on your one year work anniversary with Winston. What has been your favorite thing about working here? Jennifer: My favorite thing about working at Winston is the day-to-day interactions I have had with my teammates. I’m grateful to be part of such a supportive and collaborative group. Winston strives … Continue reading "Media Designer Jennifer McCue Inspires and Creates During Her First Year With Winston" The post Media Designer Jennifer McCue Inspires and
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
Dutch software firm AFAS Software has announced that it will introduce a four-day working week for its employees as of 1 January 2025. From next year, its office will close on Fridays and members of staff will have a development day. Their employment conditions, such as their salary , pension, holiday pay and contracted eight working hours a day, will not be affected.
HR Lineup
JUNE 12, 2024
Signeasy is a leading digital signature platform designed to streamline the process of signing documents electronically. Founded with the mission to make the paperwork hassle-free and environmentally friendly, Signeasy has emerged as a reliable and user-friendly solution for individuals and businesses alike. This platform offers a range of features that cater to the needs of various industries, enhancing efficiency, security, and convenience.
Workers' Compensation
JUNE 12, 2024
NJ Governor Murphy signed legislation that mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for firefighters who are not enrolled in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP), but who are eligible for enrollment in the SHBP by public employment. Current law entitles a paid, full-time firefighter enrolled in the SHBP or a firefighter employed by a public employer that does not participate in the SHBP, to a cancer screening examination every three years.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Running a small business is no small feat. Payroll management, in particular, can be one of the most time-consuming and complex parts of that equation. Yet, businesses that crack the code on streamlining these processes often discover not just savings, but new avenues for growth. Our expert speakers will share actionable insights and real-world examples of how businesses have reduced overhead and improved payroll efficiency.
HR Lineup
JUNE 12, 2024
OneSpan is a leading provider of digital solutions designed to help organizations secure their digital transactions and enhance their workflows. Among its suite of products, OneSpan’s Electronic Signature stands out as a robust, user-friendly solution for businesses looking to streamline their document signing processes while ensuring security and compliance.
HR Digest
JUNE 12, 2024
Amidst all the chaotic workplace news we’ve witnessed recently, we see a spark of sunshine in Love’s employee education program, announced in partnership with Guild. Love’s Travel Stops is all set to help employees work on their career aspirations with a program to support part-time and full-time employees in accessing education and skill development programs that can benefit them later down the road.
HR Lineup
JUNE 12, 2024
BMC Helix is an advanced, AI-driven, service and operations management platform designed to transform traditional IT service management (ITSM) and operations into a more agile, efficient, and user-centric experience. It leverages cutting-edge technologies to automate and streamline IT processes, providing robust solutions for both IT and non-IT environments.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 12, 2024
It is becoming increasingly clear that spending time in nature can benefit our mental health and wellbeing. But a new study shows that you don’t have to actually be in nature to reap the rewards. Simply directing your gaze towards natural elements, even in the middle of a city, can enhance wellbeing. Our paper, published in the journal People and Nature , used eye-tracking technology to explore how focusing on natural versus man-made elements affects mental health.
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Our Free Welcome Email Templates (designed for both in-office or virtual employees) are ready for you to customize and use to plant the seeds of success for new team members.
HR Lineup
JUNE 12, 2024
Elucidat is a cloud-based e-learning platform designed to simplify and enhance the process of creating, managing, and delivering high-quality digital learning experiences. It caters to businesses of all sizes, particularly those with large-scale training needs, offering tools that streamline the development of engaging and effective e-learning content.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 12, 2024
It’s Men’s Health Week. Let’s engage in meaningful conversations… even the tough ones. This blog will touch on topics from Pluxee UK’s recently released Men’s Health Podcast, including male suicide, which may be distressing for some readers and listeners. These discussions are crucial because they make a difference. Openness and honesty are vital in breaking down the barriers and stigma that stop many men from getting the support they need.
The Workcomp Writer
JUNE 12, 2024
Vacating a decision of the Labor and Industrial Relations Appeals Board (LIRAB) that had found a health care worker’s claim for tuberculosis (TB) disease was time-barred, the Intermediate Court of Appeals of Hawaii recently held LIRAB had applied the wrong legal standard for equitable estoppel and had improperly failed to consider whether the worker’s reliance on her employer’s alleged misrepresentations about her ability to file a claim was reasonable [ Weis v.
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 12, 2024
A combination of technology and in-person connection help Paolo Pisano engage with employees, no matter their location.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover
The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.
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