Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Almost a quarter (23 percent) of people say that they have turned down a job because they didn’t like the office environment, according to a new poll. This rose to almost a third (32 percent) for 18 – 24-year-olds indicating the need for a high-quality office environment for the younger generation. Geographically, workers in the capital are most likely to pass on a job based on the office surroundings, with a third (32 percent) of London based workers admitting to declining a role for this reaso

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

More than half (55%) of employees said a retirement plan is more important than ever as 49% of workers aged 50 and older have already started phasing into retirement, according to research by global advisory and broking firm Willis Towers Watson (WTW). Its 2024 Global benefits attitudes survey, which surveyed 6,000 UK employees working at medium and large private sector employers, also found that 17% of respondents in this age group have either already started phasing into retirement by reducin

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

When you fixate on deciding precisely how much time everybody has to spend in an office, somebody is going to decide the answer is five days. The peculiar obsession with pronouncing the answer to be two days or three days can be dated back to 2020 when a load of people who had never previously taken much interest in the matter decided to reinvent a world that had never existed, by replacing it with something that couldn’t exist.

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Qandle

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Managing payroll is a complex task that involves numerous calculations, compliance with regulations, and timely execution. Traditional payroll methods often lead to issues such as errors in calculations, delays in processing, and difficulties in ensuring compliance with changing laws. These challenges can result in financial discrepancies, legal complications, and decreased employee satisfaction.

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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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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The winners of EBN's Excellence in Benefits awards and the Best HR Teams share their challenges, successes, advice and more.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Co-working space business DeskLodge has become accredited as a living wage employer as part of a commitment to its workforce. The commitment will see every DeskLodge employee receive a minimum hourly wage of £12, which is higher than the government minimum for people over the age of 21 that currently stands at £11.44 per hour. DeskLodge is based in south west England, where the Living Wage Foundation has calculated that 11.8% of all jobs, equivalent to 285,000 roles, pay less than the real livin

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The complex ups and downs of the work environment today have made the mission of addressing workplace isolation a high-priority task. Employees spend a large majority of their time within the workspace and having a healthy work life is critical to their overall well-being. The overwhelming presence of work leaves little time for socialization, so even if employees try coping with work isolation by managing their lives outside, it can be extremely difficult.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Credit: shana espinoza / Shutterstock.com Something for the weekend: Analysis by KingCasinoBonus of Premier League football clubs has revealed the biggest pay gaps between players and staff, with Manchester City having the largest ratio at 237:1. The online casino comparison service analysed player and staff wages , including positions in customer service, social media and analysts, across Premier League clubs for the 2024/25 season.

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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.

Workers' Compensation

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

A chapter of industrial history is about to be carefully closed in the heart of Paterson, New Jersey. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant asbestos cleanup operation at the former Allied Textile Printing (ATP) site, set to begin September 16, 2024. This 7-acre property, once a bustling hub of textile production dating back to the early 19th century, has been abandoned since 1983.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The Employee Benefits Live conference programme is now available. With more than 28 sessions packed with practical advice, inspiration, and top tips, the programme offers valuable insights to address the challenges facing organisations’ HR, people, and reward strategies. Expert speakers from leading employers including Ikea, Natwest, Rio Tinto, Travis Perkins , Wolseley, The Glenmorangie Company and many more, will cover key topics across a broad range of benefits, such as employee engagement, f

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Enjoy Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The change of seasons is always a great time to make a fresh start. With Autumn upon us, many staff benefits come into their own at this special time of year. Whether you broadcast your staff benefits in a regular newsletter, in team meetings or one-to-ones, here is a round-up of the best benefits to match the mood of the season. Brighten up shorter days With the nights drawing in, the exuberance of summer is often replaced by a more reflective or sombre mood.

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15Five

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Does your company have an established, formalized employee development strategy in place? Or do you let employees essentially decide what skills they should pursue (and how)? If it’s the latter, you might be missing out on a ton of opportunities that lead to more revenue company-wide. About 218% more revenue. And it’s not just about the money. Most employees agree that workplace training is great for keeping them engaged.

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Enjoy Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

While it’s quick and easy to get on board with our attractive range of employee benefits, no-one knows your business and staff as well as you do. So why not consider tailoring the package that you offer with some bespoke benefits of your own? That’s exactly what the UK’s largest service retailer, Timpson, does with its staff rewards. Timpson has 1300 shops across the UK and Ireland and its main services include key cutting, shoe repairs, engraving, drycleaning and watch repairs.

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3Sixty Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In a world where AI handles specialization, being well-rounded with creativity, adaptability, and interdisciplinary knowledge is more valuable than ever. Prefer to watch/listen than read? 2024-09-20 – The Importance of Being Well Rounded In The Age of AI.mp4 Since the dawn of humanity, specialization has played a crucial role in multiplying individual success.

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Empuls

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Employee incentives that work are essential for boosting motivation, engagement, and productivity within an organization. By offering well-structured rewards—whether monetary bonuses, recognition programs, or flexible work arrangements—companies can foster a positive work environment that drives employee satisfaction and retention. Research consistently shows that effective incentive programs lead to higher performance levels, lower turnover rates, and ultimately, a stronger bottom

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Flimp Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Employee wellness programs can have transformative effects on companies and their employees. By helping employees improve their physical, mental, and social wellbeing, wellness programs can boost productivity, reduce absenteeism, and slash healthcare spending — among many other benefits. But, while employee wellness is a worthwhile investment that can potentially pay for itself many times over, like any business investment, it must be made strategically.

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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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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Variety is good. It’s why Michelin-starred kitchens stock spices worldwide, elite athletes train all parts of their bodies, and fine art studios offer myriad colors for artists to paint with. Likewise, successful businesses draw insights from diverse teams. Diversity began making waves ever since McKinsey started selling DEI programs to clients looking for a cultural refresh.

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Wellable

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Explore 25 ideas for wellness incentives to motivate employees to participate and stay engaged in well-being programs. The post 25 Incentive Ideas For Your Employees appeared first on Wellable.

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Pacific Prime

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Starting from the 2nd of January 2025, Amazon’s staff will be returning to the office five days a week as Chief Executive Andy Jassy ends the hybrid work policy in an employee memo to staff, hoping to “boost employee training, bolster collaboration, and strengthen corporate culture”. He also said that he was worried that Amazon, The post Amazon Mandates Staff to Return to Office Five Days a Week appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The top 10 most read articles between 13 – 19 September 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: Tesco loses Supreme Court case over fire and rehire proposals Deloitte equalises paid parental leave University College London to give non-clinical staff pay increase Junior doctors accept 22% pay settlement Nottingham College and Southwark Council become endometriosis-friendly employers More than 300 ScotRail staff accept pay rise Herbert Smith Freehills enhances parental and carers policies UK am

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BetterUp

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

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Employer Connection

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Encourage your covered employees to go paperless and view secure, digital versions of an Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Employees can easily switch to paperless when registering for an account at TrustmarkSB.com/login or after registration in their profile. Covered employees receive an email when new documents or an EOB is available to view online. By going digital, employees can decide to view, save or print what is important to them.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Jump to section What is EFT tapping? How to practice EFT tapping for mental and physical relief EFT tapping points and their meaning Does EFT tapping work?

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Corporate wellness offerings have evolved significantly in recent years, extending beyond traditional perks like gym membership or free health care. Many companies now recognize the importance of taking a holistic approach to corporate wellness, by tending to their employees’ physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. By offering tailored wellness programs that cater to the diverse needs of their staff, organizations can create healthy and happy work environments where employees feel supported

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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.

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