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Get Your Free Guide to Global Payroll Management

PayrollOrg

PayrollOrg and sponsor Papaya Global have teamed up to present the 14th edition of the Guide to Global Payroll Management. This free comprehensive eBook covers critical compliance guidelines vital to payroll professionals responsible for managing and administering global payroll or for anyone who wants to expand their knowledge across international borders.

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Standing desks may not be any better for you than office chairs

Workplace Insight

Last week at Orgatec, many firms continued to repeat the claim that “sitting is the new smoking” in their marketing spiel. There’s something in this. The risks of a sedentary lifestyle include health problems such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Standing desks have been seen as a way to reduce the time people spend sitting while at work as a fix for such health problems.

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The campaign issues HR execs must watch

Employee Benefit News

Whoever wins the White House and controls Congress is likely to affect important issues tied to compensation and healthcare.

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Best Employee Engagement Podcasts To Listen In 2025

HR Lineup

Employee engagement is crucial for organizations that aim to boost productivity, foster a positive work culture, and retain top talent. In an era where remote and hybrid work models are the norm, leaders need fresh ideas and actionable strategies to keep employees motivated and engaged. One of the most efficient ways to stay updated on employee engagement trends is by listening to podcasts.

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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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A back-to-basics approach for bending the healthcare cost curve

Employee Benefit News

The best way to control risk and reduce claims is to focus on helping employee populations eat better, get enough exercise and rest.

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Wrapping up 5 Ways to Celebrate NDEAM in the Workplace

HR Digest

It takes a lot of strength and courage for workers with disabilities to make a space for themselves in any organization and recognizing NDEAM in the workplace is the least employers can do to show appreciation for these workers. National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is celebrated in the month of October and if you haven’t done anything to mark the occasion already, it may be a good idea to spend the last few days setting up an initiative to support workers in the upcoming year.

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Remote workers are more likely to miss out on promotions

Workplace Insight

A new report claims that more than a quarter (27 percent) of office workers who work flexibly believe they have missed out on a job promotion or opportunity. Even so, most remote workers say they still wouldn’t want to give up on flexibility. The Work Remastered 2024 survey of 1,000 office workers in the UK and US, carried out by consultancy United Culture claims to highlight a disconnect between what leaders and employees want.

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FLSA: What I Need to Know

BerniePortal

What Is the FLSA? The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a U.S. federal law that establishes standards for minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor. For HR professionals, especially those managing smaller organizations, understanding the FLSA is not just a legal requirement but also a key component of fostering a fair and compliant workplace.

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Volkswagen Targets €4B in Cost with Wage and Bonus Cuts Amid Economic Pressure

HR Digest

Volkswagen is exploring a series of cost-cutting measures for its core brand. This cost reduction by Volkswagen includes a 10% wage cut and a two-year wage freeze, as it seeks to save 4 billion euros. This news of Volkswagen plan was reported by Handelsblatt newspaper on Sunday, citing company insiders. (Image Credit: volkswagen-newsroom) Volkswagen is under increasing pressure do cost reduction and reduce expenses amid a challenging economic climate.

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Employee advocacy: The key to unlocking organic reach

Business Management Daily

Ready to turn regular workers into influential brand ambassadors? Step up employee advocacy efforts. Odds are high that most staff members are already active on social media. Employees extend your brand’s reach by encouraging them to promote your company through their personal and professional networks. Employee advocacy programs allow everyone in the organization to participate in the sales, recruiting, and marketing teams.

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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

Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.

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IL Appellate Court Awards TPD Benefits Under Odd-Lot Doctrine

The Workcomp Writer

Last week, in an unpublished decision, an Illinois appellate court reversed a Workers’ Compensation Commission’s denial of permanent total disability benefits, holding that a 77-year-old bus driver qualified for benefits under the “odd-lot” doctrine [ Spencer v. Illinois Workers’ Compensation Comm’n , 2024 IL App (2d) 230576WC-U (Ill.

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Is AI in payroll the future? - Ciphr

cipHR

Artificial intelligence (AI) might sound futuristic, but the future is already here. It’s already an integral part of most industries, and payroll is no exception.

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Why Paystubs Are Essential in HR Management: Compliance, Transparency, and Employee Satisfaction

Hppy

Highlighting earnings and deductions, as well as paystubs, fosters transparency and trust between employers and employees. When employees see exactly how their pay is calculated, it leads to greater satisfaction and less room for misunderstandings. Paystubs play a key role in compliance with labor laws. By providing a detailed record of wages and deductions, they help both employers and employees meet legal requirements.

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Employee Engagement Challenges: Perspectives and Solutions

Vantage Circle

When striving for success in an organization, one crucial aspect that one needs to get right is employee engagement. Research consistently shows that engaged employees drive better business outcomes across industries, regardless of company size or nationality. Employees who are engaged are more productive, more committed to their work, and contribute to higher profitability.

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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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HR Process Improvement: 13 Ideas & Examples

Hppy

Improving HR processes can significantly boost efficiency and employee satisfaction. This article presents 13 practical strategies and examples from top companies to help you streamline HR workflows and cut costs through HR process improvement. Discover how automation, data analytics, and continuous improvement can transform your HR functions. Image by Headway on Unsplash The Importance of HR Process Improvement Optimizing HR processes can result in significant financial benefits by decreasing

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How better payment remittance drives AP efficiency and security

WEX Inc.

Cash shortfalls. Poor supplier relationships. Fraud. There are some ways you could turn these setbacks into opportunities by enhancing your payment remittance process. You might be surprised to learn all the ways that virtual cards can help improve remittance. What is payment remittance? Payment remittance is the process of sending funds from one party to another using some sort of payment method.

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Improving Workplace Efficiency Without Sacrificing Employee Satisfaction

Hppy

We all want a productive workplace. But, no one wants to feel like a cog in a machine. The challenge lies in balancing efficiency with keeping employees happy. It’s like trying to make a cake that’s both healthy and delicious: tough, but not impossible. Here’s the secret: improving efficiency doesn’t mean turning the office into a factory assembly line.

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The Role of Uniforms in Building Company Culture and Employee Engagement

Hppy

Uniforms play an integral role in many industries, from hospitality and retail to healthcare and public services. More than just a dress code, uniforms are a powerful tool for shaping company culture, fostering a sense of unity among employees, and even influencing customer perception. In the world of human resources (HR), the way employees dress can impact both the internal and external image of the organization.

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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.

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Workers’ Compensation: Improving Employee Morale and Reducing Turnover

Hppy

Let’s face it: Workplace injuries are a common occurrence. In 2022 alone, exposure to harmful environments resulted in over 658,240 nonfatal injuries and 839 fatalities in the US. The result? Beyond the physical and emotional harm to employees, this kind of workplace injuries can lead to high turnover, increased absenteeism, and disengagement.