Thu.Nov 09, 2023

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Maximizing Your “Financial Gap Years”

Money Talk

When someone uses the phrase “gap year,” we often think immediately of young adults who plan experiential learning activities (e.g., traveling, volunteering, and working) between high school and post-secondary education or college graduation and graduate school. In other words, something that young adults do in their late teens and 20s. Think Malia Obama and Elon Musk.

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UKG Press Release – UKG One View Earns Industry Praise for Groundbreaking Multi-country Payroll Visibility, Simplicity

3Sixty Insights

The success of UKG One View is being celebrated this week at the UKG Aspire customer conference. The first-of-its kind technology-led experience extends the strength of the UKG Pro suite to help multinational organizations manage their entire workforce — from complex scheduling to payday — with the same consistent experience, regardless of where in the world their employees work.

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An answer to the ongoing mental health crisis in the workplace: Music therapy

Employee Benefit News

The right kind of music can help reduce stress and increase brain function at work.

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Government to legislate to retain rolled-up holiday pay

Employee Benefits

The government is to legislate to retain rolled-up holiday pay for irregular hours, zero hours and part-year workers and set out that it must be calculated based on total earnings in the pay period. Its announcement follows a consultation earlier this year that sought views on reforms to the Working Time Regulations, holiday pay, and the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment (Tupe)) Regulations.

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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.

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How to introduce menopause benefits to the workplace

Employee Benefit News

Software company Nvidia shares how their partnership with digital health platform Peppy helped meet their employees needs.

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From soldier to professor: How Wounded Warriors helped this veteran find his new career

Employee Benefit News

After 27 years in the military, Sven Olson was able to pursue new dreams with the help of his fellow warriors.

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Employers Be Forewarned and Forearmed: Recent IRS Announcements Require Action on ERTC Claims

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

Asserting that many employers have improperly claimed Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) refunds, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released two new announcements that address ERTC claims. Following these new IRS announcements, most employers should consult their legal and tax advisors and consider filing protective refund claims to preserve their employment and income tax positions and to […] The post Employers Be Forewarned and Forearmed: Recent IRS Announcements Require Action on ERT

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49% of CEOs say AI could do the bulk of their work. What does it mean for the C-suite?

Employee Benefit News

A new survey sheds light on where artificial intelligence will change the way business leaders do their jobs.

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Economies need to cut carbon emissions by 7 percent annually to hit Paris target

Workplace Insight

In the lead-up to the UN’s COP28 climate conference, the world’s largest CEO-led community committed to accelerating the net-zero transition is calling on businesses and governments to further slash global carbon emissions to meet the Paris Climate Agreement goals. According to a report by the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders, in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), emissions must be cut back by 7 percent each year from now until 2030 to limit global warming to 1.5°C, as agreed i

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.

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Affordable Care Act and Medicare call center workers strike for better pay and healthcare from Maximus

Employee Benefit News

With the support of the CWA, hundreds of workers are on strike today in an effort to gain liveable wages.

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State Unemployment Insurance Taxable Wage Bases for 2024

PayrollOrg

Learn which states have released their state unemployment insurance taxable wage bases for 2024 in a chart provided and updated by PAYO.

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JPMorgan is working with US regulators on generative AI pilot projects

Employee Benefit News

Careful use of smart technology is seen as "transformative," according to a bank tech leader.

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Empathy at work: A highly desirable employee characteristic

Insperity

Empathy at work is a big topic of conversation right now. For good reason, empathy is considered a must-have skill for company leadership. But what about your general workforce – is this trait as important and valuable within this wider group? The answer is absolutely yes. Everyone, regardless of their role or level of seniority, should demonstrate empathy.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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The Dangers of Credit Illiteracy: Three Takeaways for Employees and Organizations

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Forty-five percent of employees find their debt level overwhelming. It is always on their mind, weighing them down, creating mental and physical health implications. Much of the struggle comes from employees not understanding how credit and debt work together. Credit is the […] The post The Dangers of Credit Illiteracy: Three Takeaways for Employees and Organizations appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Straws and other Frustrations

Florida Workers' Comp

The world is full of best intentions. Sure, there are a number of miscreants among us, troublemakers, malcontents. But the vast majority of people who seek change do so with admirable purpose. They seek change in a spirit of improvement. That said, one person’s progress is another’s oppression. Freedom is in constant and persistent conflict with society and its rules.

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Squirrel! Distraction costing the UK economy nearly £20 billion a year

Workplace Insight

Scrolling on social media, checking messages, daydreaming and other forms of distraction are costing the UK economy £19.9 billion each year, new research from The QEII Centre claims. The report The Distracted Economy: We are losing focus – how to hold attention and keep delegates engaged during business meetings and events was commissioned by the London conference and events venue.

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Amazon, Barclays and BT named most sought-after workplaces in 2023

Employee Benefits

Credit: Sundry Photography / Shutterstock.com Amazon, Barclays and BT have been named among the most sought-after workplaces in 2023. In order to establish the rankings, BusinessNameGenerator.com took a seed list of more than 40 jobs in demand in 2023 from Glassdoor, LinkedIn and Edmissions. These were evaluated and ranked by the average salary , the average number of applicants, search volume data around the role, and the average Glassdoor statistics for employers that hire for a particular job

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7 Common ACA Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.

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Purpose Of Premarital Counseling: What To Expect

BetterUp

Jump to section Benefits of premarital counseling Types of premarital counseling What to expect from premarital counseling Start married life on the right foot

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PRS for Music promotes Janeace Thompson to director of talent, culture and experience

Employee Benefits

PRS for Music has promoted Janeace Thompson (Jay-T) to director of talent , culture and experience. Reporting into chief people and transformation officer, Suzanne Hughes, the newly created role is pivotal to the organisation’s plans to support and deliver its strategic imperatives and continue its journey of change. In addition to Thompson’s current remit, which covers talent acquisition, learning and development, and ownership of employee-led diversity and inclusion affinity groups, she will f

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It’s a Match! How to Create an Equitable Compensation System That Fits You

HR Digest

As 2023 draws to a close and companies begin to settle on the wages and hikes for the next year, the question of how to create an equitable compensation system might flash in everyone’s mind—if briefly. Despite conversations around pay equity and bias, the economic systems still witness unfair preferences for specific communities while leaving many communities behind.

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Gripple and Loadhog become living wage employers

Employee Benefits

Gripple, a South Yorkshire-based manufacturer of wire joiners, tensioners and suspension solutions, and its sister returnable packaging solutions firm Loadhog, have received living wage employer accreditation. Employees and contractors at Gripple and Loadhog over the age of 18 will now earn a minimum of £12 per hour, an increase of £1.10 from its previous rate.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Now’s The Time to Talk About Money

Enjoy Benefits

November 2023 brings us National Talk Money Week, up to the 10th of November, and it’s a great opportunity to kick-start conversations around personal finance and money. It’s also the perfect time to highlight the support that our staff benefits programme gives with living expenses. Childcare benefits, workplace pensions, health cover, loans and discounts can all ease the strain of the cost of living crisis for your employees.

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How to prepare your car for winter

Higginbotham

Between the reduced daylight hours and hazardous road conditions, winter can be a dangerous time of year for drivers. To keep yourself and your passengers safe, learn how to prepare your car for winter. Don’t Let the Cold Weather Catch You Off Guard Depending on where you live, the first snow of the season may fall before winter has technically started.

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Employee Benefits and Staff Retention

Enjoy Benefits

Every business owner knows how important it is to keep hold of staff, especially high performers and loyal employees who know the business and its customers well. But staff retention has become trickier in recent years, with the Great Resignation used as a label for this post-pandemic employment trend. Forbes Advisor recently published an article for business owners who want to boost their staff retention, called 15 Effective Employee Retention Strategies for 2023.

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Iowa Claimant Fails To Show Injuries in Fall Were Sequelae of Earlier Compensable Injury

The Workcomp Writer

An Iowa appellate court recently affirmed a determination by a state workers’ compensation commissioner that injuries sustained by an Iowa claimant in June 2018, when the claimant fell while stepping off a pontoon boat, were not sequelae of an earlier admitted injury arising out of and in the course of the claimant’s employment [ Thomas v. Archer Daniels Midland Co. , 2023 Iowa App.

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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.