Employee Benefit News

JULY 30, 2024

Employers must think outside the box when it comes to cancer care. Here's why cannabis should be a serious consideration.

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JULY 30, 2024

Many companies are recession-planning and looking for ways to cut costs. But employees remain top of mind for employers, with 55% of businesses saying they will not reduce salaries if there is a recession, and 47% saying they will not reduce benefits. That’s because benefits are critical for attracting and retaining talent. As such, it is critical to make a strong case for employee benefits during the budget conversations with leadership.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 30, 2024

Zappos looked to the Human Rights Campaign's Healthcare Equality Index for inspiration when creating its benefits package.

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PayrollOrg

JULY 30, 2024

PayrollOrg’s annual Payroll Leaders Conference (PLC) is back to unveil next-generation training to payroll professionals through four innovative certificate programs and three general sessions. The conference will be hosted at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Florida, September 23-25.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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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Employee Benefit News

JULY 30, 2024

Lack of comfort and communication are keeping the needs of disabled workers from being met.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 30, 2024

Small and large efforts, and a spirit of collaboration, can make a difference in reducing the impact of climate change.

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HR Lineup

JULY 30, 2024

Employee retention is a critical challenge for organizations across industries. High turnover rates can lead to increased costs, decreased morale, and disruptions in productivity. To address this issue, many companies are turning to employee retention software, which uses advanced technologies to help retain top talent. In 2024, several solutions stand out for their effectiveness, innovation, and user satisfaction.

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Employee Benefit News

JULY 30, 2024

U.S. job openings came in above forecast last month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Best Money Moves

JULY 30, 2024

3 big benefits mistakes to erase from your program. Your employees are disappointed in their benefits. Avoid these common benefits mistakes to improve engagement and promote wellbeing at your company. The right benefits strategy is critical to attracting and retaining talent at any company. In a recent PeopleKeep survey, 81 percent of respondents felt that an employer’s benefits package was a deciding factor when accepting a new job.

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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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Business Management Daily

JULY 30, 2024

What do remote work, artificial intelligence advancements, and video conferencing tools all have in common? They’re all significant contributors to the rapid digitization of the modern workplace. Digital transformation has been skyrocketing since the pandemic in 2020, with digitalization increasing by an average of 6 points across the world’s advanced economies the year after.

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HR Digest

JULY 30, 2024

Apple has reached a tentative union contract with its first unionized store in Towson, Maryland, but the contract is still pending full approval from members. Similar to other major tech players in the country, the iPhone maker had managed to hold off union activities for quite a while until the Apple Maryland union came to be in 2022. There have been no deals struck between the company and its workers so far, but the recent Apple labor agreement may finally turn things around for workers.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 30, 2024

As any fleet manager is aware, taxes can be complicated when overseeing a fleet of commercial vehicles. Beyond the usual income tax and business taxes that your business pays annually, you have fuel tax reporting on your checklist too, particularly if your drivers are crossing state lines while on the job. When you partner with a fleet card company, the data provided can make these complex tasks feel a whole lot lighter.

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Hppy

JULY 30, 2024

In today’s dynamic workplace environment, where employee well-being and safety are paramount, integrating First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training within the Human Resources (HR) industry plays a crucial role. Beyond compliance with legal regulations, such training fosters a proactive approach to employee health, safety, and organizational resilience.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 30, 2024

Collaborating with artificial intelligence increases the volume, diversity and detail of new ideas from business leaders according to a new poll from design consultancy IDEO. The survey also suggests that using AI to accelerate innovation rather than efficiency can increase growth by more than a third. In the study 1,000 business leaders answered a brief to design new products and services that could achieve both growth and sustainability objectives.

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Qandle

JULY 30, 2024

Job hopping is a hot topic in today’s job market, and opinions on it are divided. As hiring managers, it’s crucial to understand the nuances of job hopping to make informed hiring decisions and create strategies for retaining top talent. In this article, we’ll delve into the pros and cons of job hopping, how to evaluate candidates who have a history of job hopping, and tips for creating a supportive work environment that encourages employee loyalty.

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Workplace Insight

JULY 30, 2024

The notion of work-life balance has been talked about for decades with the underlying claim that if you achieve it, everything will be perfect. In post-Covid workplaces, hybrid working is becoming the norm and promises of flexibility and yoga on a Thursday lunchtime adorn recruitment adverts. From a distance, it would be easy to think we’ve now nailed the work-life balance challenge.

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Wellable

JULY 30, 2024

National Wellness Month takes place in August. Explore ways to celebrate it in the workplace and set the foundation for a year-round culture of health. The post Celebrating National Wellness Month In August appeared first on Wellable.

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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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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JULY 30, 2024

Once viewed as a rare perk, working from home (WFH) became necessary for many during the pandemic. Despite the benefit’s popularity among many workers and businesses, some organizations have reverted their WFH policies amid fears of losing productivity and collaboration, replacing flexible […] The post Thriving Together: Wellness and Group Benefits in Hybrid and Remote Work appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 30, 2024

Health and wellbeing benefits are the most impactful component of an employee value proposition (EVP) but are underutilised by staff, according to new research from Cigna Healthcare. The report, Harnessing health – measuring the impact of employee health and well-being benefits, surveyed employers and staff in the UK, US, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and found that for employers, employee wellbeing is a top priority in their organisation and the benefits produce tangi

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 30, 2024

Cal/OSHA’s indoor heat illness prevention regulations took effect July 24, requiring employers to implement safety measures when indoor workplace temperatures reach or exceed 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The new rules apply to most indoor workplaces, such as restaurants, warehouses and manufacturing facilities, and require employers to provide water, rest, cool-down areas and training when temperatures exceed the threshold.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 30, 2024

The government and the British Medical Association (BMA) have agreed a 22.3% pay deal for junior doctors. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed the pay offer in her speech to parliament yesterday (29 July), saying that “today marks the start of a new relationship with the government and staff working in the NHS”. Reeves added that this and other public sector pay rises would require “difficult choices” in terms of how public money was spent, and said she would ask all departments to find savings to

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Florida Workers' Comp

JULY 30, 2024

There is an intersting legal issue being discussed in the news recently, spurred by legislative action in 2024. It involves retroactive application of statutory changes in the broadest context, but the focus is a Home Owner Association (HOA) in Sarasota. The story starts with covenants attached to land in a particular neighborhood development. As a result of these in particular, residents are not allowed to park trucks at their homes overnight ("between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.").

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BetterUp

JULY 30, 2024

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Workplace Insight

JULY 30, 2024

New research from BT claims there is widespread anxiety among business leaders in the HR sector regarding the pace of technological change. In fact, 96 percent of HR company directors and executives report suffering from ‘bytemares’ – tech-related stress that’s severe enough to disrupt their sleep – with cybersecurity and AI coming up as the main sources of anxiety.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 30, 2024

The trustee of Greggs plc 1978 Retirement and Death Benefit scheme has entered into a £100 million bulk purchase annuity transaction with Aviva. Greggs provided additional funding support that facilitated the buy-in to increase the long-term security of all member’s benefits, as part of the trustee’s long-term de-risking strategy. The deal covers the majority of the scheme’s liabilities.

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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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