Rethinking workplace mental health
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 18, 2024
The founder of Journey shares 5 approaches that redefine employee well-being
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Generative AI could rewrite history, including that of the Holocaust
Workplace Insight
JUNE 18, 2024
A UNESCO report published today warns that unless decisive action is taken to integrate ethical principles, AI could distort the historical record of the Holocaust and fuel antisemitism. The report cautions that not only can Generative AI enable malicious actors to seed disinformation and hate-fueled narratives, but it can also inadvertently invent false or misleading content about the Holocaust.
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20% of queer employees fear coming out will damage their careers
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 18, 2024
While employers have voiced support for DEI, it's still not enough to make LGBTQ employees feel safe.
Productivity vs. Privacy—Wells Fargo Fired Employees For Faking Activity
HR Digest
JUNE 18, 2024
U.S. banking behemoth Wells Fargo recently fired employees for faking keyboard activity to create the illusion of working without actively being at their desks. The staff members were fired for “mouse jiggling,” which refers to the use of technology to imitate activity that keeps the computer alert by mimicking a human presence. This ensures that any employee monitoring software does not pick up the fact that the employee is not actively using their device.
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.
US retirement accounts are flush for millions of older Americans
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 18, 2024
Vanguard found that baby boomers' retirement outlook has improved, and here's why.
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Two in five people say they aren’t paid enough to make ends meet
Workplace Insight
JUNE 18, 2024
A new report from Indeed , released two weeks ahead of the UK General Election, suggests that more than 2 in 5 (42 percent) Brits are struggling to make ends meet. According to the survey of over 2,000 British people, those in the North East of England feel most comfortable, with less than a third (32 percent) struggling, while almost half (48 percent) of those in Scotland say their pay isn’t keeping pace.
How benefits cost containment can elevate your business
WEX Inc.
JUNE 18, 2024
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , employers typically pay around 80% of traditional employer-sponsored healthcare plans on behalf of employees. With rising healthcare costs, your business is most likely struggling to solve this key problem: how to maintain financial stability while providing robust benefits to your employees. But what solutions can actually provide benefits to your business?
What Does Recruitment Scam Notice Mean & How to Spot It?
HR Lineup
JUNE 18, 2024
In an increasingly digital world, the job market has seen a significant shift towards online platforms. While this shift has facilitated greater access to job opportunities, it has also paved the way for fraudulent activities, particularly recruitment scams. A recruitment scam notice is a warning issued by companies, recruitment agencies, or job boards to alert job seekers about fraudulent job offers, fake recruiters, and other deceptive practices aimed at exploiting individuals.
Group Medical Captives, Level Funding and US Healthcare Policy
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JUNE 18, 2024
In a recent article in Managed Healthcare Executive, Peter Wehrwein examines the trend of self-funding of group health benefits by smaller employers who used to depend mainly or entirely on fully insured programs. The shift to self-funding, the article explains, is grounded in the Employee Retirement Income Security (ERISA), which exempts self-funded plans from state […] The post Group Medical Captives, Level Funding and US Healthcare Policy appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit
Advertiser: Paycor
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The Pregnant Workers Family Act has been finalized — here's what employers should know
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 18, 2024
A labor attorney shares how employers can avoid legal slip-ups and support workers growing their families.
Health Plan Oncology Offerings—Designing the Best Possible Benefit
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JUNE 18, 2024
In recent years, various sources including SunLife and the Business Group on Health have reported that cancer leads high-cost health claims for self-funded plans. Claims data shows the top three diagnoses currently driving claims are cancer, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases. It’s no […] The post Health Plan Oncology Offerings—Designing the Best Possible Benefit appeared first on Word on Benefits.
20 best entry level jobs of 2024
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 18, 2024
Recent grads are looking to find entry level jobs that help them develop a career. Here are the 20 best opportunities.
OASDI Tax: Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Tax Deductions
Patriot Software
JUNE 18, 2024
Tax withholding is an essential piece of the payroll puzzle. One of the taxes you must withhold from employee wages is the Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) tax. You must also contribute an employer portion of the OASDI tax. OASDI tax is more commonly referred to as Social Security tax.
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.
Arrested for Water
Florida Workers' Comp
JUNE 18, 2024
Drugs and drug use are seemingly a constant in the news. There are efforts to further decriminalize pot on hand. See Dopey (May 2024). There is also a persistence in press mischaracterization of those efforts with focus on the word "legal." See Edibles and Illness (November 2023) and the posts cited there. It is intriguing to see people face workplace consequences, even job loss, as a result of using dope they erroneously think is "legal.
How to Manage Up at Work: You Guide for Success
BetterUp
JUNE 18, 2024
Managing up is a key skill that serves leaders and direct reports at all levels. Showing initiative and leadership skills are necessary if you’re aiming to quickly advance up the corporate ladder. This is particularly true when you’re aiming to secure a management position. But how do you strike the right balance?
#HRTechChat: Connecting Technology and Employee Experience with Kamal Pradhan
3Sixty Insights
JUNE 18, 2024
Kamal Pradhan is a seasoned HR professional with a diverse background in entertainment, oil, gas, and mining. He’s currently Vice President of HR Technology and Operations at Signify Health. On this #HRTechChat, Kamal shares his wealth of experience and knowledge with Dylan Teggart, discussing how to connect the dots between technology and the employee experience.
Remote work productivity: The verdict is in and it’s surprising
Business Management Daily
JUNE 18, 2024
Remote work productivity: Does working from home hinder productivity? It’s a question the professional world has been trying to answer since the pandemic made remote work ‘the new normal’ for many companies. According to data gathered in August 2023, 12.2% of U.S. employees work remotely full-time, while 4.7 million employees work from home at least some of the time (hybrid work).
Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration
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Workplace conflict leads to poor mental and physical health
Workplace Insight
JUNE 18, 2024
People who experience conflict in the workplace have lower job satisfaction and are more likely to experience poorer mental and physical health, according to the CIPD Good Work Index 2024. The CIPD’s latest report showed a quarter (25 percent) of UK employees – an estimated eight million people – have experienced workplace conflict in the past year.
Building and Allied Trades Joint Industrial Council agrees to one-year pay deal
Employee Benefits
JUNE 18, 2024
The Building and Allied Trades Joint Industrial Council (BATJIC), managed by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), has agreed to a one-year pay deal over the next year for builders. The deal, which was also agreed with trade union Unite, includes a 4% wage rate increase, one extra day of holiday, and a 4% increase for daily fares and lodging allowances in line with January’s Consumer Prices Index.
#HRTechChat: Connecting Technology and Employee Experience with Kamal Pradhan
3Sixty Insights
JUNE 18, 2024
Kamal Pradhan is a seasoned HR professional with a diverse background in entertainment, oil, gas, and mining. He’s currently Vice President of HR Technology and Operations at Signify Health. On this #HRTechChat, Kamal shares his wealth of experience and knowledge with Dylan Teggart, discussing how to connect the dots between technology and the employee experience.
Danish men’s football team signs pay deal that supports female players
Employee Benefits
JUNE 18, 2024
The Danish men’s national football team has signed a four-year pay agreement with the Danish Football Association (DBU) that also supports the women’s team. The agreement, which was arranged with Danish player union Spillerforeningen, will come into effect after this year’s UEFA Euro championships. It will see male and female players receive the same basic remuneration for appearing for the national team, as well as a 50% insurance coverage upgrade for the women’s team and a 40% upgrade for the
HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
FutureLearn
HR Lineup
JUNE 18, 2024
FutureLearn is a leading online education platform, offering a diverse range of courses from top universities and organizations around the world. Launched in December 2012, it was created by The Open University in partnership with SEEK Ltd., with the mission to transform access to education by providing high-quality courses that are accessible to learners globally.
Morrisons warehouse workers accept new pensions, pay and conditions
Employee Benefits
JUNE 18, 2024
Hundreds of Morrisons’ warehouse and logistics employees based in Cheshire and Yorkshire have accepted new terms related to their pensions, pay and working conditions , from 1 July. The workers, who are members of trade union Unite, will see a 9% increase on all rates of pay including weekend incentive premiums and freezer allowance, while existing additional anti-social hours shift pay will be maintained.
Coursera
HR Lineup
JUNE 18, 2024
Coursera, a leading online learning platform, has transformed the landscape of education by providing access to high-quality courses from renowned universities and institutions worldwide. Founded in 2012 by Stanford University computer science professors Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, Coursera has grown exponentially, offering a diverse array of courses, specializations, and degrees to millions of learners across the globe.
CIPD Certificates: Their Qualification Levels and the Benefits for HR Professionals
Bayzat
JUNE 18, 2024
The human resources (HR) field is booming, with an increasing demand for skilled professionals who can effectively manage and develop an organization’s workforce. In UAE and beyond, CIPD certificates have become the gold standard for HR qualifications, signifying expertise and opening doors to exciting career opportunities. If you’re looking to build a successful career in HR or L&D, then pursuing a CIPD certificate could be the next step toward achieving your goals.
7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
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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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