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Colorado Passes Artificial Intelligence Law

PayrollOrg

A new Colorado law aims to regulate creators and users of certain artificial intelligence (AI) systems, including employers.

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Free lunches, retreats and mentorship: 5 connection strategies that work

Employee Benefit News

Employees share their favorite events and programs that help build culture, community and collaboration across organizations.

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Truck stops: Top 5 in the U.S.

WEX Inc.

Across the vast stretches of America’s roads, truckers from all over can find fun and fascinating truck stops, each offering a blend of amenities, services, and cultural experiences unique to their region. From one coast to the other, these rest areas cater to weary travelers and long-haul truckers while showcasing American history and hospitality.

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How dieticians can improve health and lower benefits costs

Employee Benefit News

Do employees have the support they need to prevent health conditions like heart disease and diabetes?

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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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23 Crucial People Analytics Metrics HR Leaders Must Track in 2024

Darwinbox

Only 1 in 5 companies are confident about their people analytics capabilities. Are you among them? Are you measuring the right people analytics metrics to gain an edge over your competitors? This article provides a list of key people analytics metrics that you must track and measure so you can make the most of people analytics in 2024.

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Transforming HR in Banking: The Impact of HRMS

Qandle

In today’s fast-paced world, the banking sector is experiencing rapid technological advancements, and one area that’s seeing significant transformation is Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS). As banks aim to stay competitive and efficient, leveraging HRMS becomes crucial in managing their workforce effectively. This blog will explore how HRMS is revolutionizing the HR processes in the banking sector, highlighting its benefits, applications, and real-world examples.

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What is Talent Density and How to Create It?

HR Lineup

In the competitive landscape of modern business, organizations are constantly seeking ways to gain an edge. One concept that has garnered significant attention is “talent density.” Coined by Netflix’s former Chief Talent Officer, Patty McCord, talent density refers to the concentration of high-performing individuals within an organization.

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What’s so wrong with being slaves to the rhythm of the working week?

Workplace Insight

One of the most familiar ways we measure time has its roots in a famous instance of daydreaming. The story goes that in 1583 a young student at the University of Pisa called Galileo Galilei was daydreaming in the pews while his fellow students were dutifully reciting their prayers. He noticed that one of the altar lamps was swaying back and forth and even as its energy dissipated, the arc of each swing slowed so that each took the same amount of time as the last, measured against his own pulse.

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What Are the Reasons for the Rising Trends in Part-Time Work?

HR Digest

Part-time work trends suggest that part-time opportunities are growing in number in comparison to full-time roles, establishing a confusing movement within the sphere of work. According to a report by Indeed’s Hiring Lab , the share of part-time job postings has gone up since 2022, however, the number of full-time positions has remained the same. Employers appear to be promoting growth in part-time work openings and some have suggested this is due to their limited labor needs while other sources

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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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Coventry Building Society offers extensive eldercare support to staff

Employee Benefits

Coventry Building Society has formally recognised the needs of employees with caring responsibilities since 2017, when it introduced its Carers Flexibility scheme offering three days’ paid leave. Over the last few years, as well as topping this up with a further two days’ unpaid leave, it has enhanced the range of support it offers to its working carers.

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How Sunk Cost Fallacy Limits Potential & How To Overcome It

BetterUp

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Are employers’ eldercare plans meeting staff needs?

Employee Benefits

Credit: Shutterstock/SewCreamStudio Need to know: Around 600 people leave the workforce every day because they feel unable to balance work and care commitments. A diverse range of eldercare products are available including information and care sourcing services, back-up care days and caregiver insurance. Understanding, flexibility, and information are the top three factors that working carers want from their employers.

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Trench Injury Not an Intentional Wrong

Workers' Compensation

A Federal Court held that injuries sustained while cleaning a trench conveyor trim removal system at a paper manufacturing facility did not meet the threshold test for an intentional tort. Facts: The injured worker, Plaintiff, was hired by the employer, IPC, as a machine operator. IPC operates a corrugated box manufacturing facility with a trench conveyor trim removal system.

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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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34% of HR decision makers are satisfied with their salary

Employee Benefits

Just one-third (34%) of HR decision makers are satisfied with their salary , according to research by HR software provider Ciphr. Its survey of 300 HR decision makers found that 44% of respondents said they have a good work-life balance and 37% believe their organisation fully supports employees’ mental health and wellbeing. More than one-third (37%) claim to be overworked most or all the time, while 28% regularly consider leaving their current positions.

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Right to disconnect: Growing movement for work-life balance laws

Business Management Daily

Right to disconnect: The need for a lawful lull Everyone needs a break from work. Along with the obvious health benefits, being able to leave work at work leads to higher performance and engagement. People with a healthier work-life balance do better work. California Assemblymember Matt Haney recently introduced a bill to enshrine that balance into law.

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Dentons achieves menopause-friendly employer accreditation

Employee Benefits

Law firm Dentons has achieved menopause -friendly employer accreditation across its UK, Ireland and Middle East offices for its work in creating a supportive environment for those experiencing the condition. Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation sets standards which employers must meet. To achieve this, a panel assesses evidence of effectiveness in the organisation’s culture, policies and practices, training, engagement , and working environment.

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What is a hospital indemnity plan?

PeopleKeep

It's important to know your options when it comes to health insurance plans , especially if you want to protect yourself during medical emergencies. Among them is the hospital indemnity plan, which provides a unique form of coverage that complements traditional health insurance policies. Knowing the ins and outs of this type of plan can greatly benefit your overall financial well-being in times of crisis.

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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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Debbie Coyne: Managing Euro 2024 and staff leave

Employee Benefits

With Euro 2024 football fever sweeping the country, employers are once again facing the age-old conundrum of balancing productivity and business operations with giving their staff the chance to watch their nation at a major summer tournament. Legally, employers are not obliged to provide time off for employees to watch Euro 2024 matches. However, anticipating and managing employee requests during the tournament can prevent disruptions.

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OSHA Proposes a Workplace Heat Standard

Workers' Compensation

OSHA’s proposed new workplace heat standard requires employers to develop a plan to identify and address heat hazards. This plan must include monitoring heat conditions, providing water, and training employees about heat safety. The standard also sets requirements for acclimatization for new and returning employees. Significance: Heat is the leading cause of death among all hazardous weather conditions in the U.S., with 479 worker deaths from 2011-2022 due to environmental heat exposure.

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N Family Club provides avenues of support for staff who care for elderly relatives

Employee Benefits

N Family Club runs a chain of 37 nurseries in London, the home counties and beyond. It employs nearly 1,300 people across these nurseries and in its support team, working with Rest Less to launch an over 50s apprenticeship in 2023 to help it attract a diverse workforce. As a certified B Corporation, the wellbeing of its employees is a priority and it provides a range of benefits including an employee assistance programme, financial wellbeing apps and mental health first aiders to support them.

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7 Effective Strategies to Slash Warehouse Turnover Rates

Take It Personel-ly

In today’s competitive business landscape, managing warehouse turnover is a daunting challenge that impacts productivity, employee morale, and the bottom line. High turnover rates disrupt [.] The post 7 Effective Strategies to Slash Warehouse Turnover Rates appeared first on Take It Personel-ly.

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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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Why AI is not getting the green light for sustainability

Workplace Insight

We might think of online and digital solutions such as AI as more sustainable and eco-friendly. We have email signatures reminding us to think before hitting print and are encouraged to send e-cards with seasonal greetings to save the trees. Our overall preference to switch to all things online means that we rarely question, or even consider, the environmental impact of our computers.

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Tyler Grange named SME employer of the year for mental health support

Employee Benefits

Environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has been recognised as SME employer of the year at the InsideOut Awards due to its mental health and wellbeing programme. The annual awards, which are run by the InsideOut LeaderBoard charity, recognise employers which promote mental health, wellness and overall wellbeing. The accolade was awarded to Tyler Grange as the judges said it had implemented the best mental health and wellbeing programme, which focused on recovery and preventative solutions, over t

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Top 10 Countries with the Best Labor Laws for Expats in 2024

Pacific Prime

Labor laws vary worldwide, but only a handful of countries prioritize worker well-being. Personal injury law firm Bisnar Chase surveyed 3,000 employees, asking them which international labor laws they wish they could adapt in their own countries. From Canada to Australia, 10 winning countries were picked for their inclusion of laws that addressed job security.

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What is the family glitch, and is it fixed?

PeopleKeep

The Affordable Care Act’s employer mandate requires applicable large employers (ALEs)—those with 50 or more full-time equivalent employees (FTEs)—to offer at least 95% of their full-time employees and their eligible dependents an affordable health insurance plan. This plan must provide minimum essential coverage (MEC) and minimum value. If not, they may be subject to costly penalties.

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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.