Wed.Dec 11, 2024

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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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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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5 Key Reasons Great Employee Resigns from their Jobs and Choose to Move On

Qandle

In todays competitive job market, its not uncommon for companies to find themselves facing unexpected resignations. While it might be easy to dismiss these departures as mere dissatisfaction, the reality is that many good employees leave their jobs for a variety of nuanced reasons. Understanding these reasons can help organizations foster a better workplace environment, retain top talent, and ultimately drive success.

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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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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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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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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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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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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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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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Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders

Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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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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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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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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Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR

ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.

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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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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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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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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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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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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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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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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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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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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!