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Webinar Unlocks Strategies for Peak Payroll and Time Management Performance

PayrollOrg

Sponsored by Oracle Cloud HCM, this free webinar for members, “Turbocharge Your Business: Master Payroll and Time Management for Peak Performance,” on August 7 at 1:00 p.m. ET unlocks game-changing strategies and expert insights to propel your business and boost your bottom line.

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The IRS use-or-lose rule and what it means for FSAs

WEX Inc.

The IRS’ use-or-lose rule governs flexible spending accounts (FSAs). This rule is one of the big differentiators between FSAs and other types of employee benefits. So what is the use-or-lose rule? And what does it mean for the upcoming plan year? We’ll answer those questions and more. What is a FSA? A flexible spending account (FSA) is an employer-sponsored benefit that allows employees to set aside a portion of their pre-tax salary to pay for qualified medical expenses or dependent care expense

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Parkdean Resorts introduces menopause support for employees

Employee Benefits

Credit: Colin Burdett / Shutterstock.com Holiday park operator Parkdean Resorts has introduced dedicated support and services to its employees who are going through the menopause. Workers at all of Parkdean Resorts’ UK parks and offices can now access an online menopause clinic that provides holistic care, provided by My Menopause Centre. In a 45-minute fast-track consultation with a specialist doctor, employees can receive personalised support.

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Government hub named one of the world’s leading workplaces

Workplace Insight

This unprepossessing building in Peterborough has been named as one of the world’s leading workplaces by Leesman. The Government Property Agency (GPA) office hub building is the second building belonging to the GPA that has achieved Leesman+ certification – global recognition of exceptional workplace experiences which only six public sector offices worldwide have ever attained.

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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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How and why we must better support Latino mental health

Employee Benefit News

Employers whose workforce includes the nation's fastest-growing employee population are positioned to address a quickly-expanding mental health gap.

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Humanscale is tackling corporate waste with a new furniture recycling program

Employee Benefit News

The platform recently launched its "Refreshed" program in an effort to reduce its carbon footprint.

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How to help staff trace and consolidate small pension pots

Employee Benefits

Credit: Dilok Klaisataporn/Shutterstock Need to know: Significant amounts of money are tied up in small pension pots, many of which may have been forgotten. The Pensions Tracing Service can help people reconnect with lost pensions. Employers can help staff with this process and engage with pensions more generally. The UK is sitting on a ticking timebomb when it comes to small, and forgotten or lost, pension pots , whether these are older employer schemes or more recent auto-enrolment plans.

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Giving birth, then back to work: Returning to the office

Employee Benefit News

An executive from Bright Horizons shares how benefits like paid child care and flexibility can help new parents ease back to work.

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67% of employers uncertain which benefits are most valued by employees

Employee Benefits

Two-thirds (67%) of employers are uncertain which benefits are most valued by their employees, according to research by Howden Employee Benefits. Its Employee benefits and wellbeing in Scotland report, which is based on a survey of more than 100 HR professionals and business leaders, also found that a fifth of respondents offer private medical insurance (PMI) to provide timely healthcare access, reduce strain on the NHS and boost employee productivity and satisfaction.

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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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BlackRock cuts backing for climate shareholder proposals

Employee Benefit News

BlackRock reduced its support for shareholder proposals on environmental and social issues for a third year.

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Newcastle Building Society increases staff awareness of how to trace small pension pots

Employee Benefits

When Ben Thomas joined Newcastle Building Society as head of reward in 2023, one of his first priorities was to benchmark how the organisation performed against competitors. Central to this was its pension scheme. “We offered a competitive pension that was above the market median but a majority of colleagues weren’t taking advantage of it,” Thomas says.

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How the 2024 election could affect companies with immigrant talent

Employee Benefit News

Each outcome option has its own set of consequences, according to an immigration expert — both good and bad.

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Richard Branson: Prepare for proposed increases to national minimum wage

Employee Benefits

In April 2024, the previous Conservative government increased the national minimum wage (NMW) for people over the age of 23 from £10.42 per hour to £11.44, a rise of 9.8%. The NMW rate for 21 and 22-year-olds also moved to £11.44 per hour from its previous rate of £10.18, representing a 12.4% jump, and the rate for 18 to 20-year-olds increased 14.8% from £7.49 to £8.60.

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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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Protecting your investment with wine collection insurance

Higginbotham

Whether you own a vineyard or are a private collector, if you have a valuable wine collection, insurance is essential to protect your investment. Wine collection insurance can cover a range of risks like theft, damage and loss, helping to ensure that you’re not left financially vulnerable. Understanding Wine Collection Insurance Wine insurance is designed to protect valuable collections from a myriad of risks.

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Cisco, Hilton and KnowBe4 among the Best Workplaces for Millennials 2024

Employee Benefits

Credit: rafapress / Shutterstock.com Software firm Cisco, hotel chain Hilton and security awareness training platform KnowBe4 have been named as some of the Best Workplaces for Millennials 2024 by global workplace culture firm Great Place To Work. Its certification is used as a global benchmark for identifying and recognising outstanding employee experiences and how consistently an organisation has a high-trust workplace.

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Court Strikes Down FTC Noncompete Ban: Key Updates for Employers

BerniePortal

The FTC’s proposed rule to ban noncompetes, which came out in April, faced extensive opposition from many businesses and employer groups, including SHRM. Following a series of lawsuits, on August 21, 2024, the court struck down the FTC’s proposal. Here’s what employers need to know.

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Presenteeism: The hidden cost of employees showing up sick

Business Management Daily

We all have off days when we’re not feeling well and can’t be as productive as usual. It happens to everyone, even your star employees. Someone gets sick, gets an overuse injury, or feels burned out from work stress and can’t perform at their typical level but still shows up for work. This is called presenteeism. As a one-off, this isn’t a big deal, but when it becomes more widespread within your organization, it can become a bigger problem.

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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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The Importance Of Employee Well-Being In The Workplace

Wellable

Explore five dimensions of employee well-being and learn how a holistic approach to health can improve work performance and job satisfaction. The post The Importance Of Employee Well-Being In The Workplace appeared first on Wellable.

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Understanding equity in the workplace: Key principles and importance

Achievers

Understanding equity in the workplace goes beyond simply promoting diversity; it involves developing systems and practices that ensure fair access to resources, opportunities for advancement, and overall treatment of employees. Recent research shows that diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is a priority for organizations across the US.

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Mastercard Layoffs—3% of the Workforce Will Leave by Sept 30

HR Digest

Mastercard is the latest to turn to layoffs as it kickstarts its reorganization efforts to recenter its sights on its core business. The latest reports suggest that Mastercard will cut 3% of its workforce, and affected employees will be informed by September 30. News of Mastercard’s workforce reduction plans comes after the company unveiled its Q2 results.