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.

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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.

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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?

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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?

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Employee Benefit News

JUNE 18, 2024

While employers have voiced support for DEI, it's still not enough to make LGBTQ employees feel safe.

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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).

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Employee Benefit News

JUNE 18, 2024

The founder of Journey shares 5 approaches that redefine employee well-being

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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.

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Employee Benefit News

JUNE 18, 2024

Vanguard found that baby boomers' retirement outlook has improved, and here's why.

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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.

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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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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.

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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

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BerniePortal

JUNE 18, 2024

FSAs and HSAs can get tricky within a family. While HR should never provide employees with personalized financial advice, knowing the rules can help you answer employee questions.

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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.

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Diversity and inclusion are crucial for building a strong and innovative workforce. Discover how AI technology can revolutionize your hiring process and drive diversity in your organization. Explore over 10 ways AI recruiting tools can help you identify a wider pool of candidates, enhance communication strategies, and eliminate unconscious bias. Embrace the future of recruitment and create a more diverse and inclusive workplace with AI technology.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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WEX Inc.

JUNE 18, 2024

ACH payments operate behind the scenes daily, ensuring your mortgage and utility payments are seamlessly processed through direct payment. At the same time, your salary and tax refunds smoothly arrive via direct deposit. Have you ever wondered how or what makes these transactions possible? Let’s explore the ins and outs of ACH and how it can benefit you.

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Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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HR Lineup

JUNE 18, 2024

360training is a leading online training provider that has been empowering individuals and businesses with comprehensive and accredited online courses since 1997. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, 360training offers a vast array of professional training courses designed to help learners achieve their career goals, comply with industry regulations, and gain the necessary skills to excel in their fields.

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Workplace Insight

JUNE 18, 2024

A new report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) says that the UK holds the lowest investment rates among G7 nations. The data indicates that for the third consecutive year, business investment in the UK has lagged behind its G7 counterparts. The nation also ranks 28th out of 31 OECD countries, trailing behind economies such as Slovenia, Latvia, and Hungary.

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Higginbotham

JUNE 18, 2024

Many employers have started offering employee wellness programs , but organizations that have not yet launched these initiatives might be wondering if this trend is worthwhile. While there can be real benefits to comprehensive wellness programs, the return you see from your program will depend on several factors. What is an employee wellness program?

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cipHR

JUNE 18, 2024

Your organisation’s HR software stores your people’s highly personal and sensitive information, from their addresses to their dates of birth, next of kin details, bank account information, and even medical and absence histories.

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Making effective hiring decisions can be challenging, but with a standardized evaluation process, you can improve your chances of finding the ideal candidate every time. Discover the benefits of using interview scorecards to assess and compare candidates, ensuring fair and consistent evaluations. Our free interview scorecard template allows you to customize criteria and track candidate progress, helping you make informed hiring decisions.