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How to Get Ready for a Garage Sale

Money Talk

The weather is slowly getting warmer across much of the country and many people are starting to think about having a garage sale. Reasons for a garage sale include making extra cash, downsizing in preparation for a move, or simply clearing away unwanted items and household clutter. Below are eight tips to prepare for an upcoming garage sale: Develop a Plan- Decide when, where, and how often to hold a sale.

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Council Guest Post: The Alight Spinoff of Payroll and HCM Professional Services

3Sixty Insights

Recently, Alight announced that it had agreed to sell its payroll and professional services business to H.I.G. Capital for up to $1.2 billion. Much of the focus on the Alight split continues from the lens of its heritage benefits business which will retain the Alight brand and continue its strategy for growth of its WorkLife® platform and portfolio of health, retirement, wellbeing, and leave administration.

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Just 35% of employees feel confident in choosing how to access their pension

Employee Benefits

Just over one-third of pension savers (35%) feel confident to make decisions such as choosing how to access their pension when they reach retirement age, according to research by workplace pension scheme provider TPT Retirement Solutions. Its survey of more than 2,500 defined contribution (DC) scheme members also found that a similar proportion of respondents were unsure about how to best deploy their savings when they retire, with 39% not knowing what they will do with the majority of their pen

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Event explores how the government is setting new office standards for civil servants

Workplace Insight

This week, the Government Property Agency brought together Civil Service leaders to exchange ideas, debate trends and inform how the GPA delivers its property services. The GPA is leading one of the country’s biggest and most ambitious workplace renewal programmes for its clients – delivering a smaller, better connected, better quality, and greener property estate to support the work of Civil Service teams and bring them closer to the communities they serve.

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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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CMS Issues Guidance on Usage of AI in Making Coverage Determinations

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

On February 6, 2024, the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a letter to all Medicare Advantage (MA) organizations and Medicare-Medicaid plans. The letter covered frequently asked questions and answers related to the coverage criteria and utilization management requirements in the CMS Final Rule issued on April 5, 2023. Among the FAQs […] The post CMS Issues Guidance on Usage of AI in Making Coverage Determinations appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Sustainability at the heart of everything… eco-friendly employee benefits

Employee Benefits

Monday, 22nd April, was Earth Day, and this year’s theme is Planet v. Plastics. The organisation is demanding a 60% reduction in the production of all plastics by 2040. Sustainability is at the heart of all we do at Pluxee UK, and we’re constantly striving to innovate our products to provide eco-friendly employee benefits. We’ve moved from reloadable gift cards and paper vouchers to digital alternatives, and we’re thrilled to offer a Virtual First version of our Pluxee Card – a prepaid cas

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7 Signs Your Company Needs an Employee Benefits Audit

CorpStrat

Are you wondering if your Employee Benefits plan is truly hitting the mark? It’s time to reconsider how you approach delivering employee benefits. Year after year, many businesses let their employee benefits package remain unchanged. This means they’re offering tired, unattractive benefits that don’t compete well in today’s job market.

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Study Finds Child Care Benefits for Employees Effectively Pay for Themselves

Pacific Prime

A new research from Moms First and BCG finds that U.S. employers who invest in childcare benefits experience positive returns on investment, ranging from 90% to 425% ROI. For companies, this is the easiest talent investment decision you can make. This is a huge deal since the rising childcare costs and the lack of childcare. The post Study Finds Child Care Benefits for Employees Effectively Pay for Themselves appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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Conflicting Rights

Florida Workers' Comp

There was an interesting story circulating recently regarding college students. They spoke their truth, stood their ground, and suffered results that upset and offended them. One can reach personal conclusions about whether the world is in a good place, which side of debates appeal, and whether or not to take actions. That is all within the confines of your personal discretion.

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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.

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#HRTechChat: Navigating the Future of Work with Keith Meyerson – A Masterclass in Leadership and Learning

3Sixty Insights

In the latest installment of our #HRTechChat series, we dive into Human Resources and Talent Development. Leaders like Keith Meyerson stand out not only for their extensive experience but also for their innovative approaches to fostering workplace learning and leadership. With over two decades of steering learning and development (L&D) initiatives across prestigious organizations such as Tiffany & Company and Neiman Marcus, Keith brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to t

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Popular health insurance alternatives

PeopleKeep

Small businesses often face challenges when providing health insurance for employees due to the high costs associated with traditional group health insurance plans. However, small businesses can consider several popular health insurance alternatives to provide their employees with access to healthcare coverage. In this article, we'll explore some popular health insurance alternatives for small businesses that can help you provide your employees with the coverage they need without breaking the ba

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4 ways to spot a fake job posting on LinkedIn

Employee Benefit News

An online privacy expert shares his strategies on how to stay vigilant online and avoid scammers.

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How HR can Support Employees with Disabilities?

HR Lineup

In the modern workplace, diversity and inclusion have become not just buzzwords, but essential components of a thriving organizational culture. Central to this ethos is the inclusion of employees with disabilities. One significant aspect of inclusivity is ensuring that employees with disabilities are supported adequately. Human Resources (HR) departments play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture.

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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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Why male infertility benefits shouldn't be an afterthought

Employee Benefit News

Dr. David Adamson, founder and CEO of ARC Fertility, explains how employers can design more inclusive family planning benefits.

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Central Co-op and Ikea UK shortlisted for Best benefits to support work-life balance

Employee Benefits

Retailers Central Co-op and Ikea UK have been shortlisted for the Best benefits to support work-life balance award at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024. The award was introduced for 2023, then known as Best benefits to support work-life balance and hybrid working. It recognises strategies that offer greater flexibility to help support employees manage their lives outside work, as well as their own wellbeing and wider workplace experience.

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Musk to be deposed in Twitter layoffs lawsuit

Employee Benefit News

Thousands of former employees say they were denied severance following the former CEO's takeover of the platform.

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15 Best Collaboration Tools for Remote Teams in 2024: Features, Design, Pricing, Insights, and more.

Vantage Circle

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of remote work, the need for effective collaboration tools has become paramount. As more and more individuals find themselves working from home or in distributed teams, the demand for platforms that facilitate seamless communication, project management, and teamwork, has surged. In this blog, we delve into the realm of collaboration tools tailored for remote workers, exploring a myriad of options designed to bridge the gap between distance and producti

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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5 considerations for mental health benefits

Employee Benefit News

Employers can promote a healthier, more productive workforce thoughtful wellness offerings

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Kao Data hires Kalay Moodley as chief people officer

Employee Benefits

Kao Data, the developer and operator of data centres engineered for AI and advanced computing, has appointed Kalay Moodley chief people officer with immediate effect. In this role, Moodley will be responsible for leading Kao Data’s human resources function, embedding new operational frameworks and change management strategies, and harmonising both its talent acquisition and recruitment processes to underpin its strategic growth ambitions.

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Problem-solving, Colleague Relationships, Recognizing Team Success, and Collaboration Have Kept Administrative Manager Steven Eichholtz at Winston for 13+ Years.

Winston Benefits

Questions Kelly: You have been with Winston for over 13 years! What is your favorite thing about working at Winston? Steven: I love the problem-solving aspect of the job. Every day, there’s a different puzzle to solve, and that keeps things interesting. Above all else, the relationships have kept me here for so long. In … Continue reading "Problem-solving, Colleague Relationships, Recognizing Team Success, and Collaboration Have Kept Administrative Manager Steven Eichholtz at Winston

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Unum UK receives Great Place to Work accreditation

Employee Benefits

Employee benefits provider Unum UK has been accredited as a Great Place to Work organisation in the UK. Great Place To Work recognises employers which have created a strong workplace culture, employee experience and leadership behaviours. Its accreditation process includes asking employees to complete a short confidential questionnaire about what they believe it is like to work for their employer, as well as filling out its trust index survey on organisational workplace culture, policies, practi

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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15 Best Collaboration Tools for Remote Teams in 2024: Features, Design, Pricing, Insights, and More

Vantage Circle

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of remote work, the need for effective collaboration tools has become paramount. As more and more individuals find themselves working from home or in distributed teams, the demand for platforms that facilitate seamless communication, project management, and teamwork, has surged. In this blog, we delve into the realm of collaboration tools tailored for remote workers, exploring a myriad of options designed to bridge the gap between distance and producti

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WEX announces Community Award winners, Circle of Excellence inductees

WEX Inc.

WEX (NYSE: WEX), the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, recently announced merit recognitions for best-in-class companies and business decision makers meant to underscore accomplishments and extraordinary efforts in 2023. “We are proud to recognize a select group of customers, partners, and leaders from the more than 800,000 businesses across the globe that utilize WEX payment technology solutions to simplify the business of running their business,” said

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What is a loss run? Understanding your claims history

Higginbotham

While your company is shopping for insurance coverage , you’re told you need a loss run report. Now you’re wondering: What is a loss run in insurance and how do you obtain one? Let’s dive into what a loss run is, how you can obtain a loss run for your business and the role that loss runs play in commercial insurance coverage. What is a loss run report?

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What is an HDHP?

WEX Inc.

High-deductible health plans (HDHPs) have become increasingly popular over the last few years by offering unique features and benefits that appeal to many individuals and families. However, navigating the complexities can be daunting, so let’s break it down. What is an HDHP? An HDHP is a type of health plan characterized by its higher deductibles and typically lower premiums compared to traditional health plans.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.