HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Most businesses are currently looking at layoffs and hiring freezes but grocery chain Aldi has announced a wage increase for workers along with plans to hire in large numbers. Aldi’s hiring surge will see the creation of 13,000 new jobs in addition to the 49,000 people it already employs. According to the company announcement, the organization is preparing for the upcoming holiday seasons and adding new stores across the U.S.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Employee engagement has become the cornerstone of a thriving work culture. But achieving it is not easy. It requires the right strategies and a positive approach. Fostering an environment where employees are engaged, you must be aware of engagement events throughout the calendar year. To help you with that, we have created an employee engagement calendar highlighting the critical dates that you can celebrate in your workplace.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Flexibility and child care assistance topped everyone's list of the ways to help employees manage their professional and parenting obligations.

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Qandle

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS) are undergoing significant transformations to meet the evolving demands of organizations and their workforces. What was once a system primarily focused on administrative tasks has now become a cornerstone of strategic HR functions, driving efficiencies, and shaping the future of work.

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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.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This generation has been deeply affected by COVID-19 and that shows up in their career aspirations and professional development.

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Introduction to Workplace Diversity Diversity in the workplace refers to differences among an organization’s employees. These differences encompass race, gender, ethnic group, age, personality, cognitive style, tenure, organizational function, and many other variations. Creating a diverse workplace helps leverage these varied perspectives and drives innovation and creativity.

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3Sixty Insights

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Nicholas Biron from 3Sixty Insights delves into the anatomy of failing businesses, shedding light on why once-iconic brands are facing bankruptcy at alarming rates. Drawing on examples like Sears, Nicholas explores critical mistakes businesses make—from leadership decisions made in isolation to harmful cost-cutting measures that erode customer experience.

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Strong talent management strategies increase employee engagement by 16% and revenue by 19%. So, in this article, we’ll explore effective talent management processes and engagement strategies to help you retain your top talent. Plus, we’ll discuss how you can improve your talent management process. In the next 10 minutes, you’ll know how to build positive relationships with your employees , reduce turnover rates, and be ready to develop future leaders at work. 6 Effective Talent Management Strat

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Something for the weekend: Employees at Motability Operations, based in Edinburgh, created a buzz during their lunch hour by taking part in a beekeeping experience through a new wellbeing initiative. The organisation, which employs 200 employees, runs the Motability Scheme for more than 80,000 disabled people in Scotland. It installed six beehives in the back garden of its Edinburgh office two and a half years ago, which now hosts a total of 300,000 bees.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Most organizations invest heavily in training their employees with the skills required to be effective and successful in their roles. However, in today’s modern workplace, equipping employees with the know-how they need to make informed decisions regarding various aspects of their financial lives is often neglected. This encompasses both work-related benefits such as understanding how to maximize employer contributions into their 401(k)s or choosing the right investment options when it comes to

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Socitm Advisory, which provides strategic advice and solutions for digital transformation and enterprise resource planning, has been awarded menopause -friendly accreditation. In order to achieve accreditation, which was set up by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, employers must demonstrate their effectiveness in culture, policies and practices, training, engagement , and working environment.

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BetterUp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Jump to section What is overstimulation?

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published guidance to highlight legal obligations and practical steps for employers to best support disabled employees with hybrid working. The guidance has been designed for small and medium sized employers to support disabled staff with reasonable adjustments and help them to thrive when hybrid working.

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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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BetterUp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Jump to section What are work styles?

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Vehicle manufacturer Nissan has enabled its 6,000 employees at its Sunderland Plant to learn sign language to support deaf colleagues. Four employees who work at the plant’s vehicle production zone are deaf and struggled with the communication and interaction needed for the role. To combat these challenges, Nissan carried out a full review and discovered that staff wanted to learn to sign to ensure everyone felt included and part of the team.

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Higginbotham

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Becoming a parent is a huge responsibility. Your child depends on you for love and care – not to mention food, clothing, shelter and other practical needs. While it’s impossible to predict the future, securing life insurance can help provide for your children’s needs in case you’re not there as they grow up. How much life insurance do parents need?

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The top 10 most read articles between 30 August – 5 September 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: Government rolls out health check programme to workplaces Zellis Group to acquire Benify from Vitruvian Partners Coventry Building Society and Unum named Best Places to Work in Financial Services NHS Professionals and Schroders sign up to heating benefit scheme Half of employers advertise statutory requirements as perks Pladis launches global parental and bereavement leave policy Exclusive: A

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Achievers

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Are you worried your organization’s employee engagement is falling short despite your best efforts? You’re not alone. As businesses evolve, traditional recognition methods can sometimes fail to keep pace with the changing needs of your workforce. Enter artificial intelligence (AI): a game-changer in employee recognition. Far from being just a tech buzzword, AI is reshaping how companies acknowledge and reward their teams.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In the last year, more than one in five UK employees (22%) have had to borrow money from family and friends because of money worries, and a fifth have taken on debt (20%) [1]. The impact of rising costs has also meant that 39% of employees think they will never be able to afford to stop working and 81% are also concerned that it means they will be less comfortable in retirement due to a shortfall in savings [2].

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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Does everyone need incentives to do good work? No, but they certainly don’t hurt. Stock options, healthcare, quarterly bonuses—all of these are ways companies incentivize employees into staying focused and giving 100 percent on the job. Incentive plans work. No, bonuses and pizza parties aren’t always a long-term solution for motivating employees, but they play a role in keeping work standards high.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Although the EU pay transparency regulations don’t yet come into force, I am conscious we will have a great deal to do to prepare. To get up to speed on the latest, I register for a masterclass webinar held by our advisers, Smarmy Consultants. I am working from home that day and I wear my best cardigan as Smarmy are typically smartly dressed, I needn’t have bothered as participants are not on camera.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Empuls

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Nursing is one of the most demanding professions, requiring long hours, emotional resilience, and a deep commitment to patient care. Despite their crucial role in the healthcare system, many nurses feel underappreciated and overworked, leading to significant challenges such as burnout and high turnover rates.  In fact, studies show that 47% of nurses consider "more recognition for nurses" as extremely important, highlighting a critical gap in how healthcare institutions acknowledge

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