June, 2023

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3 Considerations When Electing Commuter Benefits

Benefit Resource Inc.

Part Two: What employees should consider when electing commuter benefits. Commuter benefits provide employees with a number of advantages. When electing commuter benefits, it is important to consider your tax savings, eligible expenses and flexibility. #1 Tax Savings If your company provides a commuter benefit plan, you have the opportunity to save on your daily commute.

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Confessions of a benefits manager: Candid can’t take leave of holiday policies

Employee Benefits

Just when I am considering taking some well-earned annual leave, I get landed with yet another joint venture to deal with. Local HR seems to be getting all stressed about the new location’s benefit plans and I must do a benefits inventory and comparison to existing plans. Really, it seems quite straightforward. It has a normal pension plan and a few related insured benefits.

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Travel assistance, telehealth, urgent care: A benefits checklist for summer vacation safety

Employee Benefit News

Tapping the right resources will save travelers precious time and money that can instead be devoted to fun in the sun.

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Florida Requires Certain Private Employers to Use E-Verify Beginning July 1

PayrollOrg

Effective July 1, 2023, private employers in Florida with 25 or more employees must use the E-Verify system to verify a new employee’s employment eligibility within three business days after the first day that the new employee begins working for pay.

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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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Almost half of working dads say using parental benefits hurts performance reviews

Employee Benefit News

Fathers appreciate employee efforts to support caregiving, but think their careers will suffer if they use them.

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Troubling Statistics About Online Gambling

Money Talk

Earlier this year, I made a conference presentation about current financial trends and included information about online gambling. I also attended a webinar about online gambling presented by Next Gen Personal Finance, a youth financial education advocacy and training organization. Below is some information about online gambling, financial education activities related to gambling, and learning lessons from the one and only time that I ever placed a bet online.

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The 9 best ways to improve employee productivity in 2023

Achievers

Every organization wants to get the most out of its employees. But viewing employee productivity as a simple equation of how many tasks are performed over X hours or days won’t get you very far. Real insight into productivity — and how to improve it at your company — requires assessing harder to measure aspects of each employee’s work, accounting for their specific role and responsibilities.

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Let Employees Learn by Breaking Things at Work

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes My apologies. I know the title might be a bit deceiving. I don’t mean let employees “literally” break things. Let me explain. I was recently facilitating a seminar on talent acquisition, and we got on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT. While several participants mentioned that they were being cautious and staying away from sites where AI is concerned – and I totally understand that – one person said that their company was encouraging them to

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EEOC Moves 2022 EEO-1 Data Collection to Fall

PayrollOrg

On June 29, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) said it will open the 2022 Employer Information Report (EEO-1) Component 1 data collection in the fall.

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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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What the Supreme Court's ruling on student loan forgiveness means for employees

Employee Benefit News

With loan forgiveness in limbo, employers will need to establish greater support to help employees get a handle on their debt.

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Top Workplace Wellness Trends for 2023

HR Lineup

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, workplace wellness has taken on a whole new level of significance. Employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of supporting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of their employees. As we step into 2023, several workplace wellness trends are emerging, reflecting a growing emphasis on creating a healthier and more fulfilling work environment.

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Mid-Year Financial Tweaks and Tasks

Money Talk

It’s halftime for your 2023 finances and a perfect time to review where you stand, make mid-year adjustments, and complete recommended financial planning action steps. Below are ten mid-year financial tweaks and tasks: Tax-Deferred Savings Tweak - Perhaps you will get a raise on July 1. Consider completing the paperwork needed to save more money from July to December in your employer’s tax-deferred retirement savings plan.

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88 motivational quotes for work to inspire you

Achievers

Feeling a lack of motivation and focus? Don’t worry 一 you’re not alone. Even the most driven people struggle with a sense of disengagement from time to time. Whether it’s a new project that’s proving especially difficult, a teammate you don’t quite click with, or simply the monotony of handling a task for the hundredth time, a new perspective and a few motivational quotes can turn a dispiriting situation into an unexpected source of strength.

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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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25 toxic personality traits to spot in yourself and others

BetterUp

Jump to section Toxic traits What are personality traits?

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How to Keep Your Company Garnishment Compliant

PayrollOrg

Learn how wage garnishments work and some tips needed to keep your companies compliant.

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5 things to consider before implementing an educational assistance program

Employee Benefit News

Adopting programs that fit the needs of an organization fuels engagement and ROI

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Top Strategies for Hiring During Recession

HR Lineup

Hiring during a recession can be a challenging task for businesses. Economic downturns often bring about uncertainties and financial constraints, making it crucial for organizations to strategize their hiring process to ensure long-term success. While a recession may reduce the number of available job opportunities, it also presents unique opportunities for companies to attract top talent.

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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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Coping With the Aftermath of a Disaster

Money Talk

Since we are in “high season” for natural disasters, it is a “teachable moment” to review some things to consider if you are the victim of nature’s wrath, an explosion, or any other damage to your property and are coping with financial losses and bills for temporary living expenses: Call Your Insurance Agent- Ask your property and casualty agent about “fine print” in your homeowners policy.

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Is Long Covid reshaping workplace support for long-term conditions?

Employee Benefits

By Tracey Ward, Head of Business Development & Marketing at Generali UK Employee Benefits Over 2 million people in the UK with self-reported Long Covid have now had symptoms for at least a year. It can present significant challenges in the workplace because, unlike with long-term conditions such as cancer and diabetes, the prevalence rates for Long Covid are greatest in the working age population (35-69 years).

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For remote workers, time to get out of the house

Employee Benefit News

About a third of employees say they struggle to leave the house enough when working remotely, according to a recent survey from Flexjobs.

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Financial education can help employees keep their retirement savings intact

Employee Benefit News

Morgan Stanley at Work found that 66% of employees have scaled back retirement savings because of financial concerns.

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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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Why mental health offerings are failing LGBTQ employees

Employee Benefit News

Keren Lehavot from Lyra Health speaks on mental health realities within the queer community — and how employers can help.

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Mental health 'microtraining' gives employees the skills to be resilient

Employee Benefit News

Giving employees mental health skills training can help them be prepared when challenges come calling.

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4 lessons learned from implementing a 4-day workweek

Employee Benefit News

Qwick reflects on how the four-day workweek has impacted their workers and culture in the last year.

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5 steps to psychological safety when crafting DEI programs

Employee Benefit News

Higher comfort levels can foster a more inclusive and innovative environment, and increase employee collaboration and retention.

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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.