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Inflation has crushed retirement dreams for a third of all workers

Employee Benefit News

Employees have serious doubts they'll have a typical retirement, with many planning to keep working well beyond retirement age.

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The top technical and soft skills that look good on a resume

Business Management Daily

What does the skills section of your resume look like? Is it a concise, ever-changing list of skills directly correlating to each job you’re applying to? Or is it an unorganized mishmash of various job skills? If it looks like the latter instead of the former, don’t worry. By the end of this article, you’ll know how to develop a stellar skills section that’s impressive, succinct, and contains crucial keywords that align with the employer’s applicant tracking systems (ATS).

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How to build a strong culture with a remote team

Employee Benefit News

By conducting a strategic assessment, tangible steps can be taken to bolster work beyond the office.

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Study: 57% Of Employers Monitoring Attendance

Wellable

57% of employers implement attendance monitoring. Control measure or strategic tool? Explore employee sentiments, key debates, and alternative solutions. The post Study: 57% Of Employers Monitoring Attendance appeared first on Wellable.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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A nurses strike comes to an end: What the agreement means for pay, benefits and staffing

Employee Benefit News

The Rochester Union of Nurses and Allied Professionals ratified a new contract, with 95% in favor of the terms.

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How to make fertility loss a part of bereavement leave

Employee Benefit News

Cassandra Pratt, SVP at fertility benefits provider Progyny, explains the importance of inclusive bereavement policies.

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How to Improve Retention: 10 Strategies to Support Employees and Reduce Turnover

15Five

Employee turnover is an increasingly significant challenge across nearly every industry, and the decline started well before the Great Resignation. Over the last decade, people have been changing jobs more frequently and staying with their employers for shorter spans. A recent labor statistics study by LendingTree found that between 2012 and 2022, the median job tenure dropped almost 11%, from 4.6 years to 4.1 years.

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GM and UAW reach tentative deal to end strike

Employee Benefit News

The deal includes a 25% hourly pay raise plus cost-of-living allowances.

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The brain builds its sense of self from the people around us

Workplace Insight

We are highly sensitive to people around us. As infants, we observe our parents and teachers, and from them we learn how to walk, talk, read – and use smartphones. There seems to be no limit to the complexity of behaviour we can acquire from observational learning. But social influence goes deeper than that. We don’t just copy the behaviour of people around us.

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.

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Your Complete Guide to HRMS Implementation

Darwinbox

HRMS implementation is the process of integrating a new human resource management system into your organization. This article explores the benefits and provides a step-by-step guide to ensure a seamless transition and maximum utilization of the system. Discover how to unlock the full potential of your HRMS, from needs assessment to post-implementation support.

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Firms are throwing resources at AI knowing they are likely to fail

Workplace Insight

Despite a recent track record of failure when implementing digital strategies, more than three quarters of UK businesses are gearing up to invest in artificial intelligence over the next 12 months without really knowing what they are doing. Nearly three-quarters (73 percent) admit to being ill-prepared for the integration of the technology into their operations, according to new survey.

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Development of HRIS: Streamlining Human Resource Management

Darwinbox

The development of HRIS (human resource information system) is crucial for organizations looking to streamline their people processes. It has a centralized employee database, user interfaces with dashboards and mobile apps, and integrations for automated workflows. This article explores the evolution of HRIS, the key features it offers, its benefits, challenges faced in its implementation, and future trends shaping the development of HRIS.

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Daemon’s reward approach supports its remote-first working model

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits · Employee Benefits/Daemon podcast Listen: In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Jenny Locke, head of people at Daemon, discusses the reward strategy at the technology consultant, and how the organisation provides an enticing employee experience to retain key talent. Locke explains how the strategy is aligned to the needs a remote-first workforce and because of this, during difficult times such as the Covid-19 pandemic, it was able to provide valued benefits that of

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Mengenal Lebih Jauh Mengenai PDP Law: Panduan Lengkap dan Pentingnya Mematuhi Hukum Perlindungan Data Pribadi

Darwinbox

Parlemen Indonesia telah mengesahkan Undang-Undang Perlindungan Data Pribadi untuk mengatur pemrosesan data pribadi di Republik Indonesia. Cari tahu semua yang Anda perlu ketahui tentang hukum ini.

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Benefits on offer at Daemon

Employee Benefits

Pension and group risk A group personal pension (GPP) with an 8% employer contribution for all UK employees, with no minimum employee contribution. Death in service benefit of four times salary to nominated beneficiary, employer funded for all employees. Healthcare and wellbeing Private medical insurance (PMI) scheme, employer funded for all UK employees, with the option to include dependants, spouse, partners etc, through salary sacrifice payments.

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Prime office rents in London’s West End continue to rise in response to growing demand

Workplace Insight

BNP Paribas Real Estate has predicted that super prime office rents in London’s West End could hit £300 per sq ft by December 2024, as it says demand continues to outstrip the constrained supply of space. The prediction has been made on the basis of evidence shared by an expert at the firm. BNP Paribas Real Estate West End office agent Simon Knights claims that lettings could see rents for super prime office stock reach highs of “up to £300 per square foot by December 2024” as demand continues t

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Westcon-Comstor hires first chief people officer

Employee Benefits

Global technology provider and specialist distributor Westcon-Comstor has appointed Erna de Ruijter-Quist as its first chief people officer in a newly-created role. De Ruijter-Quist will utilise her organisational development, design and change management experience to accelerate the firm’s transformation as it shifts further to a software and subscription-based recurring revenue model.

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7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.

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Ford, UAW Reach Tentative Labor Deal: A 11% Wage Hike is Only the Start

HR Digest

Major strikes are winding down to a close as Ford, UAW reach a tentative labor deal after weeks of discussions. The United Auto Workers have been on strike since 15 September, with a walkout staged against the Detroit Big 3—Ford Motors, Stellantis, and General Motors. After 6 weeks of disagreements on submitting to the UAW strike demands, it seems UAW and Ford have reached a tentative agreement.

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70% of working parents want work-life balance in a job

Employee Benefits

Work-life balance is the top factor that working parents consider when looking for a job, with 70% citing this, according to new research. Commissioned by the Department for Education’s Teach in Further Education campaign, the survey consisted of responses from 1,002 working parents in England, who work both full- and part-time and all have children under the age of 18.

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Does Your Organization Have a Bereavement Leave Policy?

HR Digest

Losing a loved one is never easy, more so when you have to figure out the logistics of asking for bereavement leave. Most people assume it to be a given that they will receive paid leave for a death in the family, but only 60 percent of workers receive bereavement leave or funeral leave, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. During times of loss, it is quite difficult to think about bereavement pay and what are the bereavement days available for use so it is a good idea to review you

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Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill receives Royal Assent

Employee Benefits

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill has received Royal Assent as of this month. The initial bill drafting proposed liability on employers for harassment of their employees by third parties, such as a customer, client, supplier or contractor, which meant an employee could therefore be harassed by simply overhearing an offensive conversation.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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From Enthusiast to Expert: The Path to Entry-Level Receptionist Excellence

Professionals Alternative

[link] From Enthusiast to Expert: The Path to Entry-Level Receptionist Excellence Introduction to entry-level receptionist positions As the first point of contact for visitors and clients, entry-level receptionists play a crucial role in any organization. They are the face of the company, responsible for creating a positive first impression. Despite being an entry-level position, the role of a receptionist requires a unique set of skills and qualities.

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Lakeland introduces new staff wellbeing support

Employee Benefits

Credit: Ben Molyneux / Shutterstock.com Kitchenware and homeware retailer Lakeland has implemented new wellbeing support to protect its more than 1,300 members of staff. Through a partnership with retail industry charity the Retail Trust, Lakeland employees can access a range of mental health resources, such as counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for themselves and younger people in their care, along with discounts and rewards.

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Seven ways HR teams can help manage stress in the workplace

cipHR

Stress is, unfortunately, part and parcel of working life – but there are steps you as an HR professional can take to mitigate its impact on the employees in your organisation and reduce the amount of stress they face at work. Here, we look at the prevalence of workplace stress in the UK and offer seven ways HR teams can manage stress in the workplace – from having the right HR software to fostering a positive culture.

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Pulsifi

HR Lineup

Pulsifi is a cutting-edge hiring and assessment platform that is revolutionizing the way organizations identify and hire top talent. This Singapore-based company leverages advanced data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and behavioral science to help companies make more informed and effective hiring decisions. Pulsifi’s platform is designed to streamline the recruitment process, reduce bias, and ensure that the right candidates are matched with the right roles.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.