Thu.Jan 25, 2024

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Make a Promise to Conduct Better Meetings In the Year Ahead

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I came across an article recently on CNBC that said 90% of companies plan to implement return to the office policies by the end of 2024. This isn’t surprising. Organizations have been talking about return to the office policies mandates for quite some time. That’s not what I want to talk about today. I want to talk about meetings.

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5 ways to cut back on stress and negative language in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

Phrases like "Who cares?" and "You're overreacting" can trigger unnecessary conflict among employees.

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The final word on … responsibility

Workplace Insight

There have been many experiments over the years that expose the darker aspects of human nature. One of the most telling of these was carried out by two American researchers called John Darley and Bibb Latane in 1968. The two men’s work was partly inspired by a notorious 1964 murder in which a woman called Kitty Genovese was stabbed to death in public.

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From Wellbutrin to Ozempic, prescription prices are on the rise — how to mitigate costs

Employee Benefit News

Mark Campbell, SVP of clinical solutions at RxBenefits, explains how employers can save on medicine in 2024.

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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.

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NDA receives menopause-friendly accreditation

Employee Benefits

Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has achieved menopause-friendly employer accreditation in recognition of its support for employees affected by the menopause. The accreditation, which was established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, recognises high standards and workplace practices that embrace the condition. Employers are assessed and must demonstrate evidence of their support in the areas of culture, policies and practices, training, engagement , facilities and evaluation.

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A Long-Term, Part-Time Employee or Not a Long-Term, Part-Time Employee, That Is the Question

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Under the SECURE Act and the SECURE 2.0 Act, employers must provide long-term, part-time employees the opportunity to make elective deferrals under their 401(k) plans and, beginning in 2025, their 403(b) plans. This new rule is fraught with complexity and has generated numerous questions about how the requirements apply. But in talking about the new […] The post A Long-Term, Part-Time Employee or Not a Long-Term, Part-Time Employee, That Is the Question appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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How fertility benefits can help your company stand out in the race for talent

Employee Benefit News

More than half of employees feel that family-building benefits should come standard.

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Less than half of executives consider the impact of organisational change on people

Workplace Insight

A new poll from O.C. Tanner claims that less than half of UK leaders (47 per cent) take their employees into account when deciding to enact business-wide changes. And just 44 per cent of UK senior leaders seek employee opinions as changes are rolled-out. These are the findings from O.C. Tanner’s 2024 Global Culture Report which gathered data and insights from more than 42,000 employees, leaders, HR practitioners, and executives from 27 countries worldwide including 4,818 from the UK.

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IRS Updates Filers on Issues in IRIS Working Group Meeting

PayrollOrg

IRS provided filers with updates on the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS) during its January working group meeting.

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

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

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Age gaps between colleagues linked to lower productivity

Workplace Insight

Employees who are much younger than their managers report lower productivity than those closer in age due to a lack of collaboration between employees of different generations, according to new research from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in collaboration with consulting firm, Protiviti. An external survey conducted by LSE of 1,450 employees in the finance, technology and professional services industries in the UK and USA, found that friction between different genera

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8 Stages of Employee Journey That Empower Employees

Vantage Circle

According to statistics , a great employee onboarding experience helps improve retention by 82%. The numbers show that the employee journey, from onboarding to exit, is crucial to an employee's life. The entire tenure of an employee needs to be wholesome and valuable. And to do that, you need to implement a strategic journey that the employees will enjoy.

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Forty percent of firms expect people to work from the office five days a week

Workplace Insight

Virgin Media O2 Business’ first full-year Movers Index claims that 2023 was the year of the ‘Great Office Return’, with 40 percent of companies returning to a five-day office working week, despite more than half (55 percent) of workers experiencing public transport delays of an hour or more on their commute. The Movers Index claims that businesses and consumers alike are doubling down on getting the most value for every pound spent amid the cost-of-living crisis.

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"A Fool with a Tool"

Florida Workers' Comp

Wednesday was all about AI. Bob Wilson hit us with the title of this post "A Fool with a Tool is still a Fool." I thought he would go the other way: "A Fool with a Tool may be a Tool." The Point is a webinar produced by the team at WorkCompCollege.com. We started it in November 2022, and it is hard to imagine it was that long ago. We have had some great guests, and the focus of this quarterly gathering is to ask the simple questions in life, like "What is the point?

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

Speaker: Speakers:

HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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Press Release – Top 50 HR Influencers to Follow in 2024 by 365Talents

3Sixty Insights

They have an eye on everything related to Skills and lead the conversation on Skills Based-Organizations. Here is our list of must watch HR influencers, from top analysts to book writer or podcast host, you have an array of talented personalities ready to share their insights and make you grow. Pamela Stroko has joined 3Sixty Insights as the Director and Principal Analyst, leading the talent management practice area.

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Dear Jane, Is Your Boss Allowed to Yell at You?

HR Digest

Dear Jane, I trust this letter reaches you in good health. Recently, I’ve encountered a persistently distressing situation at my workplace. My boss has been consistently raising their voice at me in the presence of my colleagues, creating an uncomfortable and demoralizing work environment. The impact on my confidence and morale has become increasingly challenging to manage.

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BCO’s new research agenda sets out a new vision for the office

Workplace Insight

The British Council for Offices has unveiled its new research agenda, which will it says will aim to guide and inspire the office sector amid disruption. The BCO says the agenda is a direct response to the current and ongoing dynamics in the office sector. The publication aims to lay the groundwork for a new vision of the office as an economically productive, occupier-first, technologically enabled and sustainable part of our built environment.

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Police Digital Service hires new director of people services

Employee Benefits

Police Digital Service, responsible for enabling UK policing to safely harness technology to improve public safety, has appointed Kath Stephenson director of people services. Formerly head of people and culture at HF Holidays, Stephenson joined the service in September 2022 as head of HR, and played a role in developing the culture for a remote-based workforce.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

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.

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Performance Appraisal Systems: Everything You Need to Know

15Five

What is a performance appraisal system? A performance appraisal system is a structured, managed process that businesses use to assess and evaluate employee performance. The goal is to provide clear, actionable feedback to employees on their strengths and areas for improvement while supporting decisions related to compensation, promotions, training, and development.

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Holmes Miller transitions to nine-day working fortnight

Employee Benefits

Architecture firm Holmes Miller has moved to a nine-day fortnight with a contracted hours reduction and no loss of pay , following a successful trial. Before formally adopting this format from this month, the firm held a three-month trial to test and refine the policy. This was to ensure it would not negatively impact project delivery or lead to a reduction in client services, and ensure employees were satisfied with the new arrangements.

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5 Myths About Pre-tax Benefit Accounts

Benefit Resource Inc.

Whether you are a participant exploring your benefit options or an employer preparing a benefits package, you may have formed certain myths about pre-tax benefit accounts. In a perfect world, we would all have a clear understanding of the different types of accounts that exist and understand how each can provide certain benefits and advantages. But, more often, we are all a little fuzzy on the details.

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Pandora UK and Ireland gives retail employees one-off bonus

Employee Benefits

Jewellry brand Pandora has awarded its 2,600 retail employees across UK and Ireland a one-off bonus , following its 2023 financial results. The organisation will pay out bonus payments starting at £100, which will increase depending on employees’ roles. The bonus is in addition to their existing monthly sales incentive programme. The bonus, which is driven by Pandora’s commitment to retail and staff development, is due to its higher-than-expected group results for 2023.

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HR’s Complete 2025 Calendar of Important Dates

HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!

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Unlocking Success: The Key Traits to Look for When Recruiting Mortgage Professionals

Professionals Alternative

[link] Unlocking Success: The Key Traits to Look for When Recruiting Mortgage Professionals The Importance of Recruiting Top Talent in the Mortgage Industry In the highly competitive mortgage industry, recruiting top talent is crucial for the success and growth of any organization. The right team of mortgage professionals can make all the difference in the world when it comes to closing deals, providing exceptional customer service, and staying ahead of the competition.

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A Comprehensive Exploration About Unstructured Interview

Qandle

In the realm of employment interviews, unstructured interviews stand as a distinctive approach that deviates from the traditional, more formalized methods. Unlike structured interviews that follow a predetermined set of questions, unstructured interviews provide a more open-ended and flexible environment for both the interviewer and the interviewee.

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Certain Information Statements for ISOs and ESPPs Due by January 31, 2024

Snell & Wilmer Benefits

As reported in Part 4 of our 2022 End of Year Plan Sponsor “To Do” List , Section 6039 of the Internal Revenue Code (the “Code”) requires employers to provide a written information statement to each employee or former employee and file information returns with the IRS regarding: (1) the transfer of stock pursuant to the exercise of an Incentive Stock Option (“ISO”); and (2) the first transfer by the employee or former employee of stock purchased at a discount under an Employee Stock Purchase Pla

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BerniePortal—New Colors Plus a Tagline

BerniePortal

The all-in-one payroll/HR/ben admin platform, BerniePortal, updated its colors and added a tagline to its logo—HR's Best Friend.

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

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.