Money Talk
APRIL 30, 2024
As the author of a book about transitions in later life, I recently served as a presenter for one session of a five-week online course called Retire on Fire: How You Can Thrive in Retirement. It was a pro bono presentation but one of the perks for doing so was free registration for the course and an opportunity to learn from the four other instructors.
Employee Benefits
APRIL 30, 2024
Employee Benefits poll: Three-quarters (75%) of organisations offer their employees volunteering or charity days , according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers. Conversely, one-quarter (25%) of respondents said they do not offer their employees volunteering or charity days. Last month, Employee Benefits reported that restaurant chain Wagamama pledged to contribute 50,000 employee volunteer hours to help those in need.
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WEX Inc.
APRIL 30, 2024
Welcome back to our series, diving into the world of trucking, where we continue to explore the stories that shape the transportation and logistics industries. Check out part one , which explores truck driver empowerment and recruitment with insights from NFI’s Recruitment Marketing Team. Meet Jerrice Jerrice, a trucker based out of South Bend, Indiana, defies convention when you imagine who is out there driving the big rigs.
Employee Benefits
APRIL 30, 2024
Jaguar Land Rover has introduced a menopause workplace support policy for its female employees as part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The policy, which is a day one right and can be accessed at any time, includes workplace adjustments, such as flexible working , access to fans, additional breaks and sick leave for menopause symptoms. The employer has also invested £3 million into a new workwear range, developed in consultation with employees.
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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
Pacific Prime
APRIL 30, 2024
An employee assistance program offers free and confidential assessments, counseling, and follow-up services for employees. This allows employers to help guide their employees through various issues affecting their mental and emotional wellbeing, contributing to an overall healthy work-life balance. In this blog post, Pacific Prime will go over employee assistance programs and what companies can.
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Workplace Insight
APRIL 30, 2024
A new poll from leisure operator Better suggests that the UK population is working far beyond its contracted hours, and this is taking a toll on the health of the nation. Two-thirds of people surveyed say they regularly work unpaid overtime, on average an extra two hours per week, equating to 14 working days per year. One in ten (11 percent) of 45-54 yrs work more than five extra hours per week; that’s the equivalent of 35 days of unpaid work per year.
HR Lineup
APRIL 30, 2024
In the professional world, success often hinges not only on skills and qualifications but also on the ability to navigate social interactions effectively. Workplace etiquette, therefore, plays a crucial role in creating a positive and productive environment. From communicating respectfully to fostering a culture of inclusivity, adhering to proper etiquette can enhance professional relationships, boost morale, and contribute to overall organizational success.
Employee Benefit News
APRIL 30, 2024
Unionized workers in the US saw record raises, while nonunion workers' pay barely beat inflation over the past 12 months.
HR Lineup
APRIL 30, 2024
In the realm of employment law, particularly in the United States, the terms “exempt” and “non-exempt” play a significant role in defining the rights, responsibilities, and compensation structures of employees. Understanding the distinction between exempt and non-exempt status is crucial for both employers and employees alike, as it dictates various aspects of employment, including eligibility for overtime pay, minimum wage requirements, and exemption from certain labor r
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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.
Employee Benefit News
APRIL 30, 2024
On average, employees are losing up to seven hours of productivity a week due to difficulty managing their money.
3Sixty Insights
APRIL 30, 2024
On this special marketplace news update, Pete and Julie take a break to opine on a long list of HR and payroll technology marketplace news and updates shaping recent headlines! They dive into analyst events and innovation updates, product announcements, acquisitions, divestitures, and other newsworthy events, sharing their POVs and insights on the impact and potential for each, including key updates from Workday, ADP, UKG, Alight Solutions, Deel, Cornerstone, and more!
15Five
APRIL 30, 2024
Remote work is on the rise in the professional landscape, with more companies embracing flexible work arrangements, and for good reason. However, along with its rise, misconceptions about remote work have also surfaced, particularly regarding employee engagement. In this blog, we’ll debunk some common myths surrounding remote employee engagement and explore the reality behind them.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 30, 2024
American workplaces are facing a crisis of disengagement. A report by Gallup claims that employee engagement in the U.S. has sunk to its lowest point in more than a decade, marking a concerning trend with significant implications for businesses across the country. The study, which began tracking employee sentiment in 2023, identified a growing disconnect between workers and their employers.
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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.
Employee Benefits
APRIL 30, 2024
We have come along way since the Covid-19 pandemic. There is a clear argument that Covid actually accelerated remote working by several years but only for certain jobs; key workers come immediately to mind where in the main it is not possible to work remotely. I believe it is all about balance. Organisations have expensive real estate or rented properties to utilise.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 30, 2024
UK employees are suffering higher cost-of-living expenses, especially due to transportation costs and tensions may rise as many companies enforce return-to-office policies. That is according to the latest study conducted by Capterra on 248 U.K. employees, the majority (69 percent) say their work-related costs have increased over the past 12 months, especially the price of groceries (95 percent), utilities (85 percent), eating out (78 percent), and petrol (63 percent).
Employee Benefits
APRIL 30, 2024
UK charity Muslim Aid has been accredited as a living wage employer as part of its strategy to enhance employee satisfaction and retention, and demonstrate its commitment to social justice. As the charity’s head office is based in London, and the majority of its UK staff are based there, it wanted to ensure that all of its employees receive at least a minimum hourly wage of £13.15, which is the living wage rate for the capital and is higher than the current £11.44 government minimum wage for tho
Employee Benefit News
APRIL 30, 2024
Long waits are not only an inconvenience, but a public health disaster.
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
Employee Benefits
APRIL 30, 2024
More than 300 Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport have begun several days of strike action over changes to their working conditions. The workers, who are members of the Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union, work in terminals two, three, four and five. The strike began on 29 April at 5am and will continue until 7am on 3 May. Strike action is taking place as members claimed new rosters that the employer wants to introduce would see around 250 of them forced out of their passport contro
Employee Benefit News
APRIL 30, 2024
Time saved with technology increases the odds of finding the right fit for a role.
Best Money Moves
APRIL 30, 2024
3 things to know about the future of work and financial wellness. Employee needs are changing which means benefits must follow suit. To prepare for the future of work, make financial wellness a part of your benefits strategy. New developments in benefits technology are reshaping the future of work. Over 85% of organizations surveyed in the World Economic Forum’s 2023 Future of Jobs Report identified increased use of new technologies as the trend most likely to drive growth over the next few year
The Workcomp Writer
APRIL 30, 2024
Employer denying claim on broad jurisdictional grounds cannot later defend tort action with exclusive remedy defense. A Florida appellate court recently affirmed a trial court’s order denying an employer’s motion for summary judgment on exclusive remedy grounds in a tort action filed against it by an employee who sustained serious injuries when he was shot by a co-worker [ Bottling Group, LLC v.
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Higginbotham
APRIL 30, 2024
According to the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans (IFEBP) , employers project a seven percent increase in health insurance costs for 2024. With health insurance becoming more expensive, employers may be exploring all their employee benefit options, including self-funded vs. fully-insured vs. level-funded plans. There can be significant differences between these plan types, potentially impacting costs, risks and coverage.
Business Management Daily
APRIL 30, 2024
Suppose a neighbor at a block party inquires about the company for which you work. After you provide the basics about the goods and services it offers and your role in operations, she presses further. Her son is in the same industry and thinking about seeking a new job because he dislikes his current employer’s organizational culture. She wants to know what your workplace culture is like.
WEX Inc.
APRIL 30, 2024
Your payment services provider should be a true partner that aligns with your financial goals and values. Service excellence is at the center of achieving these goals. Let’s explore the critical aspects to consider from a service perspective to ensure a seamless partnership. Single point of contact with multi-layered support A single point of contact can create remarkable efficiency and enhance your business operations.
HR Digest
APRIL 30, 2024
Hiring interviews that open the doors to new talent at your organization might be commonplace but what about stay interviews? If you’re unfamiliar with the term, stay interviews refer to the discussions between employers and employees that delve into the workers’ experience on the job. These interviews explore the employee’s choice to remain at the organization and what can be done to make their “stay’ more comfortable.
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.
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