Employee Benefit News

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Organizations that work to connect, coach and offer opportunities to enhance tech skills are setting themselves apart.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 4, 2024

It’s a good day to be a Hobby Lobby employee and wake up to the news of another wage hike. The arts and crafts supply store recently announced that it has increased the starting wages for its employees again, making this the thirteenth increment since 2009. Hobby Lobby’s 2024 pay hike went into effect on October 1, 2024, so employees who apply to the company now should be able to benefit from the change.

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Employee Benefit News

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Hyper-intelligent tech can do more than just summarize and take notes, an expert argues.

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PayrollOrg

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The IRS released the optional “high-low” per diem rates for lodging expenses and meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) that may be used instead of the actual rates.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Employee Benefit News

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The new artificial intelligence tool that can generate or edit videos based on a simple text prompt.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Group health insurance remains a popular employer-sponsored benefit in the United States. But traditional group health plans are too costly for many employers. Plus the one-size-fits-all nature of these policies may not meet every employee’s needs. That’s why more employers are turning to personalized benefits like health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs), which offer employers more budget control and employees more flexibility over their medical care.

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Money Talk

OCTOBER 4, 2024

I recently presented a webinar for financial practitioners called Important Financial Transitions in Later Life. Based on content of my book , Flipping a Switch , “flipped switches” are a metaphor for later life transitions. Below is a brief summary of 11 financial transitions: Spending Down Retirement Savings - It can be difficult psychologically for “super savers” to spend down accumulated wealth because it feels like a loss.

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3Sixty Insights

OCTOBER 4, 2024

A guide for the savvy and smart individuals who want to leverage the power of artificial intelligence without losing their mind. Introduction If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve heard of artificial intelligence (AI) or have at least tried using it. You know, the technology that can do amazing things like write code, chat with you, or even beat you at chess.

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Qandle

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The global shift towards remote work has transformed the modern workplace, offering flexibility and convenience to both employees and employers. However, with these advantages comes a new set of challenges, particularly in managing employee performance effectively. Performance management plays an essential role in ensuring that employees remain productive, engaged, and aligned with company goals—whether they work in the office or remotely.

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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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BetterUp

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Jump to section The heartbreak of a friendship breakup How to get over a friendship breakup How to break up with a friend Is it normal to have friendship breakups?

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JGA Recruitment

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The job search journey is often more of a marathon than a sprint. Snagging that perfect opportunity often demands lots of patience & persistence, and while it’s easy to feel discouraged when offers don’t immediately roll in, it’s crucial to remember that landing the perfect job takes time. You can lean on a healthy dose of optimism to propel you forward when the road ahead seems uncertain.

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Flimp Communications

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Text messaging (aka SMS) might be the perfect way to communicate with employees in 2024. Compared to other, less beloved communication methods, such as email, SMS has two things going for it: reach and immediacy. Nearly everyone has a smartphone and nearly everyone texts. The average person looks at their phone within three minutes of receiving a text alert.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Finding health benefits for your organization can be daunting. Small employers are turning to health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) to offer health benefits to their employees. An HRA gives organizations a way to provide quality benefits without the high costs of group health insurance. But, since many organizations aren’t familiar with the benefit, they have questions about who is eligible to participate.

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Business Management Daily

OCTOBER 4, 2024

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OCTOBER 4, 2024

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2024

WEX announced today, on National Truckers Appreciation Day, that its new app, 10-4 by WEX , offers nationwide diesel discounts to independent truckers, including owner-operators and small trucking fleets. This free mobile app was developed by WEX, a leader in the fuel payments industry, to offer fuel discounts typically reserved for larger trucking enterprises to independent truckers and small trucking companies in the U.S.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Trucking brings remarkable value to the U.S. economy. According to the American Trucking Association , trucking generated over $940.8 billion in gross freight revenues in 2022. As a trucking business owner, generating enough revenue to keep your doors open is more likely what you’re focused on, however. As an owner-operator you’re operating your own trucks and hauling freight for a variety of clients of all sizes on top of managing a business.

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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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