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Explosion in pet ownership reshaping benefits landscape

Employee Benefit News

Pet insurance and pet-friendly workplaces demonstrate a commitment to supporting the holistic well-being of employees and attract a wider pool of talent.

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How Thomas Jefferson came to invent the swivel chair

Workplace Insight

In 1775, Thomas Jefferson was a busy man. As part of the Committee of Five men and at the tender age of 33, he had been charged with drafting the Declaration of Independence that was to be presented to Congress the following Summer. By all accounts, Jefferson was a self-contained and self-sufficient man and, like many great people, a mass of contradictions.

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15 best HR teams of 2024

Employee Benefit News

Comparably analyzed sentiment ratings from HR employees across 70,000 companies — here's who made the cut.

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Great workplaces rely on great managers

Workplace Insight

It shouldn’t need saying, but it does. Managers have a major impact on employees’ productivity and engagement, as well as other factors that create great workplaces such as building trust, fostering open communication, and caring for employees as individuals, according to a new global study by the UKG Workforce Institute. However, managers also report the highest levels of burnout at work, underlining the critical need for more organisational support in order to be the most effective in th

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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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How to help employees overcome their AI anxiety

Employee Benefit News

A tech leader shares his strategies for better supporting workers through advancements in technology.

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Best Human Resources Management Software (HRMS) Reviewed for 2024

Employee Benefit News

Modern HR solutions run the gamut from simplified, one-size-fits-all tools to highly customizable and fully scalable software suites.

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What is People Analytics, and how does it benefit HR?

Business Management Daily

What makes a great manager? How can you improve employee engagement ? Is your talent acquisition up to par? There’s one thing these questions all have in common: you can answer them all by digging into your people analytics. What is people analytics? It refers to analyzing your organization’s employee data to make smarter, data-driven decisions to improve your operations and reach your business goals.

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HR Software for Small Business: Best Employee Management Tools

Employee Benefit News

A buyer's guide to best hr software for small business listing a choice of 11 vendors together with some supporting content underneath the listing.

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Employers Have Until March 22 to Apply for ERC Disclosure Program

PayrollOrg

The program allows businesses that claimed the employee retention credit (ERC) and received questionable payments to disclose and avoid future IRS action against them.

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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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The Ins and Outs of HR: Looking to HR Trends in 2024

15Five

Like many fields, HR has been through a transformation in the past few years. But while some of it’s been difficult, it’s allowed HR pros like you to demonstrate adaptation and resilience. It’s also given you an affinity for looking ahead and getting ahead of trends. So what’s coming down the pipe in 2024? In this session of the HR Superstars Summit , Adam Weber, Chief Evangelist at 15Five spoke with Katya Laviolette, Chief People Officer at 1Password , and Dawn Mitchell,

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10 Key Benefits of Employee Engagement Surveys

Darwinbox

Did you know that only about 23% of people worldwide felt happy and involved in their jobs in 2023, according to a study by Gallup? In Europe, this number is even lower at just 13%. The report also mentioned that around 31% of employees felt engaged in the United States. However, this percentage has been going down each year since 2020.

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A day of learning for workplace designers

Workplace Insight

The Sustainable Design Forum (SD Forum) – a one day interactive event designed specifically for workplace designers and specifiers – is returning to the Crypt on the Green in Clerkenwell, London on Thursday 25th April 2024. Incorporating an innovative format of presentations, panel discussions, interactive workshops, a materials lab and the SD awards ceremony, the SD Forum offers the opportunity for learning and collaboration between designers, manufacturers, suppliers, and not-for-profit organi

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HR Tech Services in Indonesia: Trends and HR Strategies

Darwinbox

In Indonesia, organizations use HR tech services to improve their work in the fast-changing business world. They use technology to enhance their employees' management, especially as they shift towards digital working methods.

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

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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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10 Best Performance Testing Tools in 2024

HR Lineup

In today’s hyperconnected digital landscape, where user experience is paramount, performance testing has become an indispensable part of software development. With applications becoming increasingly complex and user expectations soaring, ensuring optimal performance under various conditions is non-negotiable. Fortunately, a plethora of performance testing tools are available to help developers and testers gauge and enhance the performance of their applications.

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HR and Payroll Processing in the Philippines: Ultimate Guide

Darwinbox

Human resources (HR) and payroll management work hand in hand to guarantee that an organization's staff is managed smoothly. Hence, their relationship is symbiotic. The strategic and people-oriented facets of employee management, including hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee engagement, are the emphasis of HR.

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4 in 10 employees grade their benefits a "C" or lower

Employee Benefit News

A new report from Ovia Health identifies what family-building benefits employees want, and where employers are coming up short.

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The Benefits of Cloud-Based HR and Payroll Systems

Darwinbox

In modern workplaces in the Philippines, maintaining discipline and balance is not just a challenge but a necessity. It can be difficult to find that perfect balance, but thanks to the technological wonders that are there for the rescue. Cloud-based HR systems and payroll software are the new heroes of organizational balance.

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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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Starbucks is getting rid of an executive bonus meant to incentivize DEI

Employee Benefit News

The replacement bonus will be more geared toward general workforce targets.

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Understanding the HR Systems in the Philippines

Darwinbox

The human resources (HR) industry in the Philippines, which is well-known for its vibrant culture and thriving economy, is presently experiencing a major transition.

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Podcast: Egress structures staff benefits to provide multiple avenues of support

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits · Employee Benefits/Egress Podcast Listen: Cybersecurity firm Egress has created a benefits package that offers support for its employees in many different areas of their working lives. In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Laura Probert, chief people officer, details how the package is structured into key areas including work-life balance; mental, physical and financial wellbeing , and the recognition of the long service that employees have contributed to the busin

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Intuitive Eating: Ditch The Diet & Reconnect With Your Body

BetterUp

Jump to section What is intuitive eating? 10 fundamentals to eat intuitively 5 benefits of intuitive eating Misconceptions and myths around intuitive eating Getting started with intuitive eating Is intuitive eating backed by science? Deciding if intuitive eating is right for you?

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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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Deliveroo launches free and flexible childcare hours benefit

Employee Benefits

Online food delivery service Deliveroo has introduced a free and flexible childcare hours benefit for its working parents as part of its rider proposition expansion. Through a partnership with childcare booking app Bubble, that allows parents to find late notice, flexible in-home care, 1,000 riders will be able to access to 15 hours of free and flexible childcare.

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Are Employee Engagement Surveys Useful? 10 Key Benefits to Unlock

Darwinbox

Did you know that only about 23% of people worldwide felt happy and involved in their jobs in 2023, according to a study by Gallup? In Europe, this number is even lower at just 13%. The report also mentioned that around 31% of employees felt engaged in the United States. However, this percentage has been going down each year since 2020.

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Many struggling to make ends meet

Employee Benefits

Yet only 9% of workers would seek help from their employer if they were struggling with debt Employers are being encouraged to support employees who are struggling financially this Debt Awareness Week (18th – 24th March), which was created to increase awareness of problem debt and the advice and solutions available to help. More than one in five UK workers (22%) have had to borrow money from family and friends in the last year because of money worries, and a fifth have taken on debt (20%) –

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4 Things HR Is NOT (AKA, Employee Questions You Shouldn't Answer)

BerniePortal

HR pros are many things, but employees may seek more advice than they can provide. Here are four topics HR pros should not advise their workforce on.

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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.