77% of workers say AI tools have decreased their productivity
Employee Benefit News
JULY 23, 2024
A survey from Upwork found that workers need better guidance on how to use the AI tools that are supposed to be helping them.
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Getting Serious About Handling Insubordination at Work
HR Digest
JULY 23, 2024
Insubordination at work can take on many forms but it is most clearly defined as an employee’s refusal to perform their duties or adhere to the rules of an organization. Every workplace has a strict set of principles it follows, and the culture of the workplace can often hinge on the regulations to ensure that every employee operates under the same work conditions.
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Breaking down the labor market: What it means for employees and employers
Employee Benefit News
JULY 23, 2024
Unemployment is on the rise, job gains are slowing and wage growth is stalling. What does it all mean?
Driving Organizational Change: The Transformative Power Of Employee Feedback
HR Digest
JULY 23, 2024
Imagine leading a company where employee opinions are never sought. Engagement plummets, turnover rises, and daily operations feel like constant crisis management. Like a car running on empty, an organization without feedback can’t go far. Employee feedback fuels growth by highlighting strengths, revealing areas needing improvement, and guiding strategic decisions.
Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline
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?
Why employers should offer an adoption savings plan
Employee Benefit News
JULY 23, 2024
HSA Bank announced a new adoption assistance plan — should employers be interested?
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What makes a dream retirement? 6 advisers share their visions
Employee Benefit News
JULY 23, 2024
Wealth managers typically focus on other people's retirement plans. But how do they want to spend their own golden years?
Sawatch Labs helps Colorado’s Arapahoe County transition to electric vehicles
WEX Inc.
JULY 23, 2024
Colorado’s third-most populous county, Arapahoe, added its first electric vehicle (EV) to its fleet this June. Fleet analytics from Sawatch Labs , an Arapahoe-based startup that WEX acquired in May 2024, aided Arapahoe County’s decision to add EVs to its fleet. “Arapahoe County uses data to take action that measurably decreases our environmental impact,” says Randy Campbell, Arapahoe County Fleet Manager.
The rise of side hustles: Entrepreneurship in today's economy
Employee Benefit News
JULY 23, 2024
A wealth of new business opportunities are ripe for consideration, says a financial expert.
Accelerating the rise of the adaptable office
Workplace Insight
JULY 23, 2024
The introduction of the Flexible Working Act is another sign that the concept of the ‘workplace’ has undergone a significant transformation. These shifts in work patterns, office usage and approach are all having dramatic knock-on impacts when it comes to the future of the physical infrastructure of the nation’s office environments, and the investor communities behind them.
Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders
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.
Cyber Insurance: Do You Have It? Do You Need It?
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JULY 23, 2024
The frequency and costs of data breaches continue to rise globally, with the average price tag of a data compromise reaching US$4.45 million in 2023, according to a recent report from IBM Security. Cyber insurance can help protect your organization from bad […] The post Cyber Insurance: Do You Have It? Do You Need It? appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Softcat and Hilton named some of UK’s Best Workplaces for Women
Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
IT service management business Softcat, hotel chain Hilton and biopharmaceutical firm Bristol Myers Squibb have been named some of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2024. The list is produced by global workplace culture firm Great Place To Work. It used its trust index employee survey and analysed the responses of more than 80,000 UK-based female workers.
New and Improved
Florida Workers' Comp
JULY 23, 2024
We live each hurricane season with the dread of the tropics. We all enjoy the converse, what I call Respite Season from December 1 through the following May 1 each year. It is comforting to think that there is a time when there will be no storms. That said, we have some pretty significant storms periodically during Respite ©2023, see It's That Time Again (April 2023).
Microaggressions in the Workplace: Understanding & Navigating Unconscious Bias
Vantage Circle
JULY 23, 2024
Imagine a scenario where you are in a meeting, sharing your ideas and opinions, reflecting on your expertise, when suddenly a co-worker intervenes, saying, “You’re so articulate for someone coming from your background.” While this might initially seem like a compliment, it reveals an underlying preconceived notion the coworker has of your community or culture.
Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR
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ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.
Business E-Mail Compromise Scams the Most Common Type of Cyber Attack
InterWest Insurance Services
JULY 23, 2024
Business e-mail compromise scams are now the most common type of cyber attack businesses face, and all types of these attacks are showing no signs of letting up, according to a new report. Nearly three out of every four businesses were targets of these types of attacks and 29% of those firms became victims of successful attacks, which involve criminals impersonating company insiders or vendors to convince key personnel to transfer funds to them, according to the report by Arctic Wolf, a cyber-se
Positional Power vs. Personal Power: Use Both for Your Career
BetterUp
JULY 23, 2024
So much potential power comes from holding a position of leadership. But when you switch to a new organization — or if you lose the title that gave you this power — you lose all of the positional power that came with your title.
The benefits offered by Brewers Decorator Centres
Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
The benefits on offer at Brewers include: Pension A group personal pension (GPP) plan for all employees, with a 4% employee and 5% employer contribution. If employees want to contribute 5% then Brewers will contribute 6%. Healthcare and wellbeing Private medical insurance (PMI) scheme for senior employees, employer paid. Virtual GP. Health cash plan, employer paid.
The path to growing your trucking business starts with a reliable partner
WEX Inc.
JULY 23, 2024
Evans Delivery, a family business at heart At Evans Delivery , people stay true to their origins and treat partners as members of an ever-growing family. The transportation and logistics company was founded in 1939 in Pottsville, PA and has since expanded considerably. In its early years, Evans Delivery performed local deliveries, Sears Home runs, and warehousing.
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.
57% of employers say mental health and wellbeing is their greatest concern
Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
More than half (57%) of employers said mental health and wellbeing is their greatest concern regarding their employees in light of remote and hybrid working, according to research by health and wellbeing firm Towergate Health and Protection. Its survey of 500 HR professionals also found that 49% are concerned about physical health and wellbeing in light of remote and hybrid working, while 44% are concerned about both financial health and wellbeing, and social wellbeing.
HLW announces London leadership changes
Workplace Insight
JULY 23, 2024
Global architecture and design firm HLW has announced changes to its London Management Team to support growth across the UK and Europe. These leadership changes come off the back of significant new business wins and reflect the firm’s ambitious plans. Bronte Turner has been promoted to a new global role in the HLW Leadership Team. While remaining actively involved with the clients, team, and projects in London, Bronte will now have global oversight of the Speciality Studios, which include Strate
Burness Paull reaccredited as menopause-friendly employer
Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
Law firm Burness Paull has received menopause-friendly employer reaccreditation in recognition of its ongoing work to support its employees who are experiencing the condition. Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation sets standards which employers are required to meet. To achieve this, a panel assesses evidence of effectiveness in an organisation’s culture, policies and practices, training, engagement , and working environment.
Navigating business risks with corporate-owned life insurance
Higginbotham
JULY 23, 2024
In the corporate world, the ability to navigate uncertainties effectively can be the difference between growth and stagnation. Businesses may face various risks that could impact their operations, financial health and future growth. One strategic solution that has gained prominence among businesses is corporate-owned life insurance (COLI). This financial tool is not just about risk mitigation ; it’s about creating stability and planning for the future.
10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit
Advertiser: Paycor
The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!
From ERISA to CAA: How Have Employers’ Fiduciary Responsibilities Changed Over Time?
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
Health plan fiduciary issues have taken on increased urgency following a new wave of Employee Retirement Income Security Act class action lawsuits filed by plaintiffs’ firms.
Stay Safe and Refreshed This Summer With Included Health
Employer Connection
JULY 23, 2024
As the summer heats up, it is important to know how to stay safe while outside and in the sun for extended periods of time. Included Health, a medical second opinion that also offers wellness information, is here to provide tips for safe skin in the sun. Your covered employees can view the recorded webinar here by entering the password SkinHealth. In addition, Included Health’s webinar on Preventing Burnout can be access here without a password.
From ERISA To CAA: How Has Employer’s Fiduciary Responsibility Changed Over Time?
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JULY 23, 2024
Health plan fiduciary issues have taken on increased urgency following a new wave of Employee Retirement Income Security Act class action lawsuits filed by plaintiffs’ firms.
If you offer people universal basic income, they work less but have more choice, study finds
Workplace Insight
JULY 23, 2024
A new study from the Open Research Lab found that while unconditional cash transfers such as universal basic income slightly reduced employment rates and work hours, they increased the financial stability and agency of recipients. People were 2 percent less likely to be employed and worked 1.3 fewer hours weekly but had higher incomes when including the cash transfers.
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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