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How employers and employees can manage holiday-related stress

Employee Benefit News

A recent survey by Monster reveals that more than half of workers report being more stressed out and less productive during the holidays.

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Hourly Rate Fee Structures: A Transparent Approach to Recruitment Pricing

HR Lineup

In the world of recruitment, fee structures are often a key point of concern for both employers and agencies. Whether you’re a hiring manager or a recruiter, understanding the pricing model is crucial for building transparent, trust-based relationships. Among the various fee structures available, the hourly rate fee model is gaining significant traction, especially due to its clarity and flexibility.

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Advisers serve as catalysts for ethical healthcare solutions

Employee Benefit News

Fostering a culture of health within the workplace through advocacy programs can lead to a more engaged and productive workforce.

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30 Essential Leadership Behaviors For Today’s Workplace

BetterUp

These 30 essential leadership behaviors can help you build trust, adapt to change, and lead with impact. Shape a workplace where everyone thrives.

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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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Magnifying people's talents creates cohesive teams, says Kindbody's CCO

Employee Benefit News

Haleigh Tebben talks about taking professional risks and how pairing individuals who have different skillsets can create a stronger team.

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Eli Lilly is launching a lower-cost Zepbound on telehealth site Ro

Employee Benefit News

Eli Lilly will begin offering vials of its best-selling weight-loss drug, Zepbound, through Ro's telehealth platform.

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Winter eligible expenses for your HSA and FSA funds

WEX Inc.

For many, winter is as synonymous for snowflakes as it is for sinus problems. Fortunately, health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) cover many common winter eligible expenses you might turn to this time of year! Weve compiled a few common seasonal issues and eligible expenses that can help. Or check out this episode of Benefits Buzz below to test your skills on whats eligible for HSA and FSA funds.

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Is the 401(k) doing too much?

Employee Benefit News

Health care costs. Student loans. Domestic abuse. Are retirement plans addressing too many problems at once?

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Optimizing ICHRA Contributions: Strategies To Maximize Value

PeopleKeep

The individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement (ICHRA) is a flexible way for employers of all sizes to offer healthcare benefits to their workforce. However, the key to a successful ICHRA that provides enough value to your employees is setting the right budget. Choosing the right ICHRA allowance can be challenging if its your first time. To get you started, we'll walk you through six strategies for determining an ICHRA budget that will support your employees medical needs.

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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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Have You Reviewed Your Employee Value Proposition Recently?

JGA Recruitment

Fast-paced companies are starting to clue in on a super effective way to attract the best talent and keep them happy. Break free from the outdated compensation approaches. With salaries stagnating, companies are shifting gears to focus on the whole employee package. The Changing Landscape of Workplace Rewards Money matters, but it’s no longer the be-all and end-all of employee motivation.

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10 Innovative Employee Engagement Activities for Software Companies in 2024

Vantage Circle

What makes a software company truly successful? Is it the cutting-edge algorithms, the robust servers, or the hefty venture capital. While these factors are crucial, there’s another game-changer that often gets overlooked, i.e. engaged employees. A motivated, connected, and satisfied workforce is the driving force behind innovation, productivity, and long-term success.

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How Does ICHRA Affect Health Insurance Subsidies?

PeopleKeep

Health insurance subsidies make coverage more affordable for Americans who dont have access to employer-sponsored coverage. In 2023, 21.4 million people 1 enrolled in Health Insurance Marketplace plans during Open Enrollment. More than 19.7 million of them received health insurance subsidies, also known as premium tax credits. That's about 92% of Marketplace consumers.

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Have You Addressed The Gender Pay Gap & Staff Turnover For 2025?

JGA Recruitment

In the latest chapter of workplace dynamics, two pain points persist for companies. We’re still grappling with pay inequality and alarmingly high rates of staff departure. Behind every number on that spreadsheet is a talented professional with a story to tell – a story of unrealised potential. The Hidden Connection The relationship between pay inequality and staff retention runs deeper than many realise.

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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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Understanding HIPAA special enrollment rights

Higginbotham

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) provides individuals with many rights regarding their health care. Although the law is often associated with privacy issues, it also provides a number of other rights that are relevant to health benefits, including HIPAA special enrollment rights. Special, Open and Initial Enrollment Periods When employers offer group health insurance and other employee benefits , they need to give their employees the opportunity to enroll i

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Rethinking Workforce Strategies: Insights from UKG’s Latest Innovations

3Sixty Insights

3Sixty Insights CEO, Nicholas Biron, attended UKGs Aspire event in Las Vegas last month, and I was fortunate enough to have him share some of his findings and takeaways with me. After looking through some of UKGs materials, one thing I noticed was how vendors like UKG are trying to help businesses simplify their navigation through the complexities of workforce solutions.

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Unlock Massive Results with Data-Driven Employee Engagement

Vantage Circle

Data isn’t just for numbers anymore— it’s the secret sauce to unlock real employee engagement and performance. Just like Netflix knows exactly what show you’ll binge next, and Starbucks remembers your go-to order, data is revolutionizing how we connect with people—especially within our teams. It’s time to stop guessing what drives employee satisfaction and start knowing.

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Boeing’s Nationwide Layoffs Turn to Washington and California Next

HR Digest

Boeing’s layoffs have kicked off nationwide, with 396 employees being laid off in Washington. The Boeing job cuts will eliminate a total of 2,199 workers in the state, where over 60,000 employees are currently employed. Boeings workforce reduction efforts have also begun in California, where around 500 workers are expected to face termination for now.

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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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Understanding quid pro quo harassment

Business Management Daily

The power dynamic: Understanding quid pro quo harassment What makes quid pro quo harassment different from other forms of workplace sexual misconduct? The simple answer: The power imbalance. The Latin phrase quid pro quo translates to “something for something” or “this for that.” In an employment setting, the term gets used to describe cases where a supervisor or other person in a position of authority seeks sexual favors from an employee in return for job favors.

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What We Can Learn from the Murder of UHC CEO

CorpStrat

The tragic killing of United Healthcare’s CEO, Brian Thompson, has reignited discussions about consumer dissatisfaction with the insurance industry. While health insurance often dominates these conversations, many consumers are surprised by how functional the health insurance industry is as compared to other types of insurance. Commercial, homeowners, and auto insurance, in particular, are often riddled with inefficiencies and leave policyholders feeling unsupported and frustrated.

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PCORI Fee Update

Employer Connection

The IRS has announced that the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Fee is $3.47 per average number of covered lives for plan years ending on or after Oct. 1, 2024, through Sept. 30, 2025. This fee funds research by the institute, which was established by the Affordable Care Act to compare different medical treatments and interventions to determine what treatments are more effective.

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Toxic Chemicals Beware: Biden's Bold Safety Crackdown

Workers' Compensation

In a significant move to safeguard worker health and public safety, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced critical actions targeting two highly toxic chemicals: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE). These landmark regulations aim to reduce exposure to substances linked to serious health risks, including cancer. Understanding the Chemicals of Concern Trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) are industrial solvents widely used in manufacturing, dry cleaning, and v

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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!