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5 ways for employers to manage post-election emotions in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

An expert from NeuroLeadership Institute discusses what to keep in mind as employees process the results of the presidential race.

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What is Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance? A Beginner's Guide

PeopleKeep

In today's competitive labor market, employee benefits are more important than ever. According to our 2024 Employee Benefits Survey , 81% of employees consider an employer’s benefits package as an important factor in whether they accept a job. Health insurance consistently ranks as the top benefit employers can offer. It supports employee health and also plays a key role in their financial security.

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In 2024, employees see flexible work as a mental health benefit

Employee Benefit News

Offering workers more power over their schedule demonstrates empathy and builds trust.

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The top 3 benefits employees told us they want education on

WEX Inc.

As an employer, providing a robust employee benefits package is only half the battle. Educating on the value of their benefits and how best to use them is equally important. We recently surveyed nearly 60,000 of our participants. One of the questions we asked: What benefit would you like to learn more about? In this article, we share the top three benefits they said they would like more education on to help you prepare for your upcoming open enrollment.

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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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What are the top retirement insights that consumers need to know?

Employee Benefit News

While data from Goldman Sachs showed that consumers are more confident about reaching their savings goals with a plan in place, many face financial challenges along the way.

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The double-edged sword of working for a family operation

Employee Benefit News

A senior benefits consultant sounds off on opportunities and challenges associated with being the boss's daughter and striking the right work-life balance.

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6 Key HSA Benefits to Communicate to Employees

Flimp Communications

Health savings accounts (HSAs) are amazing tools for addressing the triple pillars of modern anxiety: money, health, and uncertainty about the future. Their tax advantages and investment potential can help employees reduce healthcare costs, save for retirement, and maximize tax refunds. And yet, that’s not how most employees understand them — if they understand them at all.

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This app has gamified improving your emotional intelligence

Employee Benefit News

Kai Koch, co-founder of Ahead, shares how the app could be a vital part of businesses' mental health offerings.

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Windstorm insurance for homes: Are you covered?

Higginbotham

Does your homeowners’ insurance provide adequate coverage for hurricanes and other windstorms? Although standard homeowners’ policies often include windstorm coverage, it may be excluded in some regions with significant windstorm risks. If it is missing from your home insurance policy, you may still be able to add windstorm coverage. Windstorm Coverage in Home Insurance Homeowners’ insurance coverage can vary depending on the insurance company, the state and the individual policy.

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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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Supreme Court lets Virginia purge voter rolls for the election

Employee Benefit News

The U.S. Supreme Court let Virginia carry out a purge of an estimated 1,600 residents from its voter rolls.

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How to Offer Health Insurance to Part-Time Employees

PeopleKeep

Providing affordable health insurance to employees can boost your benefits package and help you recruit qualified full- and part-time workers. And yet, while 89% of full-time workers have health coverage from their employers, only 26% of their part-time counterparts do 1. Our Employee Benefits Survey found that 92% of employees believe health benefits are important perks to have.

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The Benefits of All-in-One HR Software for Efficient Onboarding and Payroll

Hppy

As the world progresses rapidly, traditional human resources tasks, such as onboarding, payroll, and engagement, are becoming more challenging. Research demonstrates that companies could be losing up to 20% of performance because of gaps in coherent processes. Defective internal processes, human mistakes, and slow onboarding cause costly disruptions, affecting performance.

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Are You A Likable Person? 6 Qualities Of Likable People

BetterUp

Jump to section What makes a likable person? 6 personality traits that enhance likability Likable person test: are you a likable person?

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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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Sixth Circuit Again Invalidates ERISA Plan Arbitration Clause

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

The Sixth Circuit recently reversed a district courts dismissal, and order requiring arbitration of, a proposed class action alleging fiduciary breaches in connection with the Kellogg Company 401(k) plan. Fleming v. Kellogg Co. , 2024 WL 4534677 (6th Cir. Oct. 21, 2024). In so ruling, the Sixth Circuit added to the list of recent decisions in which, under the effective vindication doctrine, courts have invalidated arbitration provisions that purport to apply to representative actions brought und

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What Disorganized Attachment Looks Like And How To Heal It

BetterUp

Jump to section What is disorganized attachment? How does disorganized attachment develop? Signs of disorganized attachment What does it feel like to date someone with a disorganized attachment?

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Better Feedback, Better Workplace: Try Kiosk Surveys

Vantage Circle

With data driving the work places today, understanding employee sentiment is more than just beneficial—it’s essential. According to Gallup's 2023 State of the Global Workplace report, only 23% of employees worldwide are engaged at work, leading to approximately $7.8 trillion in lost productivity. Another study by Gallup' points out that, organizations with effective feedback systems report up to 21% higher profitability, a powerful incentive to build robust feedback mecha

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reworked Feature Article: Job Candidates Can Now Spam Employers More Efficiently

3Sixty Insights

The ability to stand out when applying for a job has been thwarted by AI. But a new tool promises job seekers an easier path to recruiters’ inboxes. The use of AI by talent acquisition teams has been explored by more articles, more panel discussions and more conference presentations than I can count. Now, in what seems like an inevitable step, AI has become available for job-seekers as well.

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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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The Role of Strategic HR Planning in Enhancing Organizational Efficiency

Qandle

For organizations striving to stay competitive and adaptable in today’s fast-paced market, an effective strategic HR planning process is crucial. Strategic HR planning goes beyond merely hiring the right talent; it focuses on aligning human resources with the organization’s goals to enhance efficiency and foster growth. By developing comprehensive HR strategies, businesses can anticipate workforce requirements, navigate potential challenges, and support their long-term objectives.

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Onboarding Employee Engagement: Importance, Ideas, and Improvements

Vantage Circle

Onboarding and employee engagement- two buzzwords that you might constantly bring in your discussions. But what do they truly mean? How are they interconnected? It is critical to understand the link between them. One of the key reasons is that it sets the tone for new hires while they settle in a new environment. The overall aim of onboarding employee engagement is to enhance organizational success and improve job satisfaction.

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Human resource planning: Your guide to workforce management

Business Management Daily

Operating a business requires excellent planning and strategizing across all departments. While your finance team is creating budget plans and revenue forecasts, the HR department also has its planning to do so. Human resource planning can help you understand your current employees’ skills and abilities while guiding your performance management and recruiting focuses.

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No One Is Exempt—More Americans Are Living Paycheck to Paycheck

HR Digest

The rising cost of living and the shifting landscape of work have left behind multiple victims behind in its rampage. New data shows that a growing number of Americans are living from paycheck to paycheck. On hearing this information, one might assume that the rise of “paycheck to paycheck living” is a problem for lower-income households, but it was revealed that a fifth of the households that earn more than $150,000 have found themselves stuck in this position.

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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!

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Jeri Scaglione, Call Center Analytics Manager, Shares How Being Detail-Oriented & Organized Helps Maintain an Efficient Call Center

Winston Benefits

Questions Q: How long have you been with Winston? Jeri Scaglione: I’ve been with Winston for 6 years and in my current role for 3 years. Q: What do you enjoy most about working at Winston? Jeri Scaglione:I am fortunate to be an integral part of the Call Center experience and to help keep our … Continue reading "Jeri Scaglione, Call Center Analytics Manager, Shares How Being Detail-Oriented & Organized Helps Maintain an Efficient Call Center" The post Jeri Scaglione, Call Center

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Tupperware Set to Exit Bankruptcy as Court Approve Asset Sale to Lenders

HR Digest

A U.S. bankruptcy judge on Tuesday approved Tupperware Brands’ proposal to make a sale of its assets to its lenders. This court approval of sale to its lender shall clear Tupperware to exit bankruptcy with most of its operations intact. U.S. bankruptcy Judge Brendan Shannon approved the Tupperware sale of its asset to lender at a court hearing in Wilmington, Delaware, saying it was the best available option for Tupperware.

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Top Tips for Safe Commuting: How to Protect Employees on the Road

Hppy

According to federal and state laws, commuting is not officially part of time worked. Understandably, many employees believe that a commute is part of the time taken from their day to perform employee-related tasks. Regardless of how employers feel about this, they should be concerned about employee safety and happiness regarding their commute. There are several ways that employers can manage employee safety and satisfaction when it comes to travel time to and from the job site.

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7 Best Employee Experience Platforms of 2024

Achievers

Your organization’s ability to ensure a great employee experience impacts turnover, retention, and performance. But building an experience that all team members want to be a part of can feel like aiming at a moving target, as each employee has distinct expectations and concerns when it comes to their experience in the workforce. Enter employee experience platforms, which eliminate much of the guesswork and empower organizations to better connect with, listen to, recognize, and reward team member

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.