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10 states with the most workplace discrimination charges

Employee Benefit News

Using data from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, this law firm ranked which states saw the most charges since 2009.

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21 Simple Ways to Boost Energy and Motivation When You're Tired

BetterUp

Feeling drained? Learning how to increase your energy and motivation is important. Here are 7 seven reasons why you may feel sluggish and 21 strategies to help.

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To manage OCD, mental health benefits make a big impact

Employee Benefit News

No matter the details of an OCD diagnosis, employer health benefits are an essential part of managing the condition.

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Mastering Time Blocking: Tips & Tricks To Conquer Your Day

BetterUp

Time blocking can be a helpful time management strategy. Keep reading for the best tips and tricks you need to organize your day for maximum productivity.

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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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Inpatient vs. outpatient care - What's the difference?

PeopleKeep

To navigate the healthcare industry successfully and secure the proper medical treatment, it’s important to know common terminology such as inpatient and outpatient. Knowing the difference between these terms will help you understand where to receive care and what to expect. Understanding these two types of care and how much each will cost can also give you an advantage when choosing a health plan and estimating out-of-pocket medical expenses.

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Why caregiving benefits should become a market norm

Employee Benefit News

Thoughtful implementation of caregiving benefits can boost retention, amplify hiring opportunities and increase employee morale over time.

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YHA rewards seasonal workers with attractive benefits package

Employee Benefits

Seasonal workers are an essential part of YHA (England and Wales), boosting the organisation’s headcount from around 800 in the winter to more than 1,350 in the peak summer months. Katie Swalwell, people business partner at YHA, says: “Our seasonal team members do anything and everything. It can include running reception, housekeeping, assisting in the kitchen and bar work.

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Paige Ross on Crafting Talent and Well-being at Blackstone

HR Digest

In an exclusive Q&A session with Paige Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at Blackstone, we gain profound insights into the world of talent management and employee development within one of the world’s leading financial institutions. With over three decades of experience spanning various industries, Ross shares invaluable wisdom on fostering a culture of continuous learning, data-driven decision-making, and inclusive leadership.

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What does a benefits package for seasonal workers look like?

Employee Benefits

Credit: branislavpudar/shutterstock Need to know: A strong onboarding and induction programme will help seasonal workers understand their benefits package and feel valued. Benefits should be tailored to the sector and the type of seasonal worker the organisation wants to attract. Introducing seasonal workers to permanent employees and including them in recognition schemes and social events will help them feel part of the team.

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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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DailyPay's CPO embraces uncertainty with financial benefits and career flexibility

Employee Benefit News

A career in HR was a far-off plan B, but became the best way to create value for both teams and clients.

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Are You Using Your Dependent Care Account the Right Way?

Benefit Resource Inc.

As we navigate the intricate world of employee benefits, it’s crucial to ensure that we’re taking full advantage of the offerings available to us. One often underutilized but immensely valuable benefit is the dependent care account (DCFSA). Whether you’re a seasoned employee or new to the company, understanding how to make the most of your DCFSA can lead to significant savings and peace of mind.

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A definitive new book on the madness of hybrid working goes one step beyond

Workplace Insight

In any crisis, there are people who spot an opportunity. One such opportunity, in early 2020, was to seize the term “hybrid” and apply it to the world of work and place. And for the past four years, we have seen the emergence of polarised commentators, arguing over two extremes; work from home, and ‘back to the office’ and the nominally new construct ‘hybrid working’ Mostly, entirely missing the spectrum of work and workstyles which can co-exist.

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What is a field marketing organization (FMO)?

PeopleKeep

If you want to take your insurance business to the next level, you need to understand the ins and outs of working with field marketing organizations (FMOs). An insurance FMO is a company that provides support and resources to independent agents and brokers to help them grow their businesses. In this article, we'll explain how an FMO works, how it can benefit insurance agents and brokers, and why it's important to have a solid understanding of this key player in the insurance industry.

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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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How to ask exit interview questions that provide insightful responses

Higginbotham

Many companies conduct exit interviews when employees leave, and for good reason. This smart practice can help your company manage employee turnover and satisfaction. However, it’s only effective when it includes the right exit interview questions. The Value of Exit Interviews When an employee turns in a resignation letter, it may be too late to do anything to keep them.

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Interview with Lynne Oldham: A Masterclass on Diversity and Performance

HR Digest

In an exclusive interview, Lynne Oldham, Chief People Officer at Stash, shares expert insights on driving diversity and performance in today’s workplace. From her extensive board experience, Oldham underscores the importance of diverse board compositions for fostering open communication and collaboration. At Stash, she leads efforts to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, adapting structures and incentives to inspire teams.

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Rachel Webb Wiles: How to manage shared parental leave

Employee Benefits

We have all heard of shared parental leave (SPL), but should employers be encouraging employees to take it or is it just a headache for the business? SPL was designed to address the gender imbalance in care giving and to give parents more choice and flexibility in their child’s first year. When fathers take SPL, it helps to reduce the motherhood penalty, which is the reduction of a woman’s earning potential after having children and promotes gender equality in the workplace.

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Tracey Franklin on Building an Engine of Innovation Through Talent

HR Digest

Gone are the days of HR as a back-office function. At Moderna, Chief Human Resources Officer Tracey Franklin is leading the charge in building a high-performing, diverse workforce that fuels groundbreaking discoveries. Her strategic approach goes beyond traditional HR practices. By fostering a culture of inclusion and empowering employees, Moderna has been ranked the Best Places to Work for three consecutive years.

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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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Alzheimer’s Society rolls out workplace mental wellbeing support

Employee Benefits

Charity Alzheimer’s Society has rolled out mental wellbeing in the workplace support for its UK employees. Through a partnership with Thrive Mental Wellbeing, the charity’s employees will be able to access mental health support and digital therapy through a free confidential app, which was built around the prevention, early detection and management of mental health conditions.

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Indeed's new AI tools could make the recruitment process simpler

Employee Benefit News

The new tech is the first step in Indeed's commitment to shortening job search duration by 50% by 2030.

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Burberry reports 26.7% mean gender pay gap for 2023

Employee Benefits

Credit: Sorbis / Shutterstock.com Fashion brand Burberry has reported a 26.7% mean gender pay gap for 2023, down from 29% in 2022. The employer’s median gender pay gap was 13.8%, down from 14.2% in 2022. Meanwhile, its mean gender bonus gap for last year was 62.8%, up from 55.8% the prior year, while its median gap was 39.8%, up slightly from 38.7% in 2022.

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How Defense Mechanisms Impact Growth & What You Can Do

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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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Flexibility in the workplace: How to make it work at your company

Achievers

Flexible work arrangements offer benefits for employers and employees alike. Companies that embrace flexibility in the workplace demonstrate their commitment to employee happiness and wellbeing, reducing the stress and burnout associated with too-rigid workplace requirements. A reputation for flexibility is a huge asset for your organization’s employer brand as well, attracting more of the talent your business relies on while helping to retain and engage your current team members.

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MIPIM has changed, and mostly for the better

Workplace Insight

With an estimated 27,000 delegates from 90 countries, MIPIM is still a force to be reckoned with when it comes to opportunities to network and learn as delegates, with organisations using the week to deliver news, insights and thinking. The theme for MIPIM this year was The Global Urban Community; and it really did feel more international than previous years, the majority of attendees are still from France, Germany and the UK, but there were significant delegations from the United States, Canada

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Why, and how, to hire for potential — not experience

Business Management Daily

It’s no secret at this point that the hiring process has been in dire straits since the COVID-19 pandemic. The aftermath of the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, and an increased focus on work-life balance have made recruiting top talent no easy task. In fact, most recruitment industry professionals from around the world reported tight talent pools as their main hiring challenge in 2023.