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Cultural understanding unlocks engagement of Hispanic workforces

Employee Benefit News

Creating a work environment that makes this growing segment of the U.S. labor force feel valued and included will help lower turnover and burnish workplace culture.

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GenAI will change the nature of work and encourage people to spend more time working together

Workplace Insight

UK chief executives see implementing Generative AI (GenAI) as an opportunity to change the nature of work and create highly skilled workforces without reducing the number of jobs in the market, according to KPMG’s 10th annual CEO Outlook survey. KPMG surveyed more than 1,300 CEOs around the world – 150 in the UK – in July and August, revealing that two thirds of UK CEOs (65 percent and 76 percent globally) see GenAI as a positive disruptor with 68 percent (65 percent globally) agreei

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How Lyft built a holistic fertility benefits program

Employee Benefit News

At EBN's Benefits at Work conference, leaders from Kindbody and Lyft reveal their secret to building successful family-forming benefits.

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PAYO Member Kristine Willson, CPP, Selected to Serve on IRS ETAAC

PayrollOrg

PayrollOrg is pleased to announce that member Kristine Willson, CPP, has been selected to serve on the IRS’s Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC).

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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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DOL to appeal court stays on fiduciary rule for retirement advice

Employee Benefit News

The court filings seek to overturn two injunctions federal courts imposed after finding the Department of Labor's new conduct standard is too similar to a previous one vacated in 2018.

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Saving for retirement? Here's how each age group is doing

Employee Benefit News

Those aged 25 and younger have an average 401(k) balance account of $7,351 and a median balance of $2,816.

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EEOC, OSHA Retaliation Claims Surge

InterWest Insurance Services

Over the past several years, employers have seen a significant uptick in retaliation and whistleblower claims filed by employees and investigated by federal agencies. Often these claims are part of another complaint, either concerning workplace discrimination or harassment issues and filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or concerning workplace safety issues, which are filed with Fed-OSHA.

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Top 10 Practices to Boost HR Tech Adoption

HR Lineup

Adopting new HR technology (HR tech) is an essential step for organizations looking to modernize their operations, streamline workflows, and improve employee engagement. However, without the right strategy, the adoption process can face resistance from employees and management alike. In this article, we’ll explore effective practices for boosting HR tech adoption, ensuring seamless implementation, and fostering long-term usage. 1.

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How Your Staff Can Save on Childcare, Health Services

InterWest Insurance Services

One of the most underused employee benefits available is the “cafeteria” plan ― which can benefit both the employer and the employee. These plans allow workers to withhold a portion of their pre-tax salary to cover certain medical or childcare expenses. The benefits are free from federal and state income taxes, employees’ taxable income is reduced and that means that employers don’t have to pay FICA on those dollars.

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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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Organizational health: Understanding its components and impact

Business Management Daily

Although employee health and well-being are undeniably crucial for your company’s success and are frequently discussed and measured, the overall health of your organization is just as important. Organizational health, though challenging to measure, profoundly impacts your organization’s ability to achieve sustainable success. Explore the components of organizational health and learn how to identify the signs of an unhealthy organization.

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JP Morgan Addresses Banker Well-Being by Creating a New Role

HR Digest

JP Morgan has taken steps to oversee the well-being of its bankers and analysts by addressing the issue of burnout among employees. The organization announced that it has created a new role to address the problem of overworking after the recent death of an employee at BoA was linked to the stress of being overworked as a result of long hours on the job.

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Effective Strategies for Communicating Employee Benefit Plans to Your Team

CorpStrat

As we move into 2025, many companies are already in the midst of their renewal periods, making it a crucial time to communicate the full value of employee benefits to your team. Open enrollment isn’t just a time for employees to select their benefits—it’s an opportunity to reinforce the value of your overall benefits package and make sure employees understand the benefits available to them.

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Nevada Supreme Court Retreats from Earlier Decisions Related to Subrogation Liens

The Workcomp Writer

Overruling, in relevant part, two of its own prior decisions, the Supreme Court of Nevada, construing the state’s workers’ compensation subrogation statute, NRS § 616C.215(5), reversed a district court’s decision that had found a workers’ compensation carrier should recover nothing from $400,000 in settlement proceeds related to a third-party civil action filed by the injured employee, despite its outlay of more than $177,000 in workers’ compensation benefits [ Amtrust N.

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

Speaker: Speakers:

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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The Workplace Depot team up with music licensing organisation to share how playing music helps them stay in tune

Workplace Insight

Nottinghamshire based business The Workplace Depot have been getting into the groove in recent weeks by working with music licensing organisation, PPL PRS to share why playing music is important to their business. The industrial and workplace stockist based in Bingham, just outside of Nottingham, have teamed up with PPL PRS, the company who issue TheMusicLicence to businesses who use music, to create a video and Q&A about the positive effects music has on their team.

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How To Handle Difficult Conversations At Work

Wellable

Learn how to effectively address difficult conversations at work, improve relationships, and foster a healthier workplace environment. Discover tips and strategies for navigating these conversations with confidence. The post How To Handle Difficult Conversations At Work appeared first on Wellable.

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Leveraging HR Expertise for Comprehensive Office Safety and Business Continuity Plans

Hppy

Navigating the complexities of office safety and ensuring seamless business continuity might sound daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Leveraging HR expertise can be your secret weapon in creating a robust plan that covers all bases. Whether it’s training employees on safety protocols or developing strategies to handle unexpected disruptions, HR professionals have the skills and insights to fortify your business.

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The Ultimate Total Compensation Statement Template: Customizable for Any Industry

COMPackage

A well-crafted total compensation statement is a powerful tool for attracting, retaining, and motivating employees. By clearly outlining the comprehensive benefits package offered, organizations can demonstrate the value they place on their employees. This article will explore the essential components of a customizable total compensation statement template that can be adapted to suit any industry.

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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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Comparing Job Retention Rates: People with Disabilities vs. Without

Hppy

Diversity and inclusivity are more crucial than ever in the changing workplace. Businesses in a variety of industries are realising how important it is to design places of employment that are inclusive of people with disabilities as well as people from all backgrounds. However, there might be significant differences between those with and without impairments regarding one of the most important indicators of a successful workplace: job retention.

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EV adoption: 4 global trends in transition to mixed-energy fleets

WEX Inc.

Electric vehicle (EV) demand has steadily risen in the U.S., with total EV registrations up from 280,000 vehicles in 2016 to a total of 2.4 million in 2022. The EV market also saw year-over-year growth of 68% between 2021 and 2022. A recent study by business consulting firm Frost & Sullivan, commissioned by WEX, highlights strong plans for increased EV adoption.

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Enhancing Remote Employee Engagement Through HR Web Application Innovations

Hppy

It is not surprising to find that in the current work environment, telecommuting is increasingly the standard rather than the exception. This shift brings a critical challenge to the forefront: challenges of managing and especially keeping employees who work from home productive and motivated. Among them, HR web applications can be regarded as critical enablers of this process.

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Webinar: “Psychological Health and Safety at Work: Is Your Organization at Risk?”

Minding the Workplace

Last Friday, it was my pleasure to participate in a webinar hosted by the Psychology in the Workplace Collaborative , “ Psychological Health and Safety and Work: Is Your Organization at Risk? ” The webinar was hosted by Dr. Merv Gilbert (Vancouver Psych Health + Safety Ltd), who engaged Dr. Ashley Speech (WorkSafeBC, British Columbia, Canada) and me in a wide-ranging conversation that left us wishing we had more time to continue our exchange!

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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!

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HR’s Responsibility in a Digital Age: Staying Updated on Data Ethics and Cybersecurity

Hppy

The role of Human Resources (HR) has expanded significantly in the last few decades. Now going beyond traditional functions such as recruitment, employee management, and compliance to incorporate those responsibilities with any number of complexities brought on with introduction of various communications technologies, policy procedures and the host of socio-political correctness that has come with necessary societal change.

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Supplier enablement: Debunk the myths and build stronger relationships

WEX Inc.

When you first explore it, achieving true supplier enablement can initially seem overwhelming. Beyond ensuring seamless integration of internal processes with those of your suppliers—an effort that may seem complex, time-consuming, and costly—you’ll also need to adapt to evolving workflows. On top of that, thorough training for all key stakeholders, from purchasing to accounts payable, is essential for success.

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How to Answer Conflict Interview Questions: Examples & Samples

Hppy

An interview for a new role allows you to display your experience, aptitudes, and capabilities. Interview questions can be cumbersome, especially conflict questions. With the proper training, you’ll understand how to answer these questions effectively and prevent conflict in the workplace down the road. When interviewing for your new role, a hiring manager may ask you questions about your conflict resolution skills in the workplace.

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