March, 2023

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The 5 most in-demand benefits of 2023

Employee Benefit News

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Are Paycards and Earned Wage Access Synonymous?

PayrollOrg

Register for the webinar "Are Paycards and Earned Wage Access Synonymous?" on Tuesday, April 4 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EDT.

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The Difference Between Employer of Record (EOR) and Professional Employer Organization (PEO)

HR Lineup

In today’s modern workforce, it’s essential for companies to keep up with the latest trends and practices. One of the biggest challenges is managing the employer-employee relationship, and this is where Employer of Record (EOR) and Professional Employer Organization (PEO) services come in. These two services have gained popularity in recent years as more companies are outsourcing their human resource management tasks.

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What employers ask when considering outsourcing benefits admin

WEX Inc.

If you’re an employer, is your in-house benefits administration team struggling to juggle the multitude of complexities behind running a successful benefits administration program? Are you spending too much time and resources trying to keep up to date with compliance changes and providing the technology and services your employees need for a positive benefits experience?

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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 ‘Real-time’ Is Redefining Our Pay

PayrollOrg

As real-time technology continues to evolve, new opportunities for business leaders to improve how they distribute payroll present pathways to improve the lives of their teams. With that in mind, here are a few key trends that will define payroll in the years ahead.

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Employers ‘Unwavering’ in Providing Group Health Benefits: Research

InterWest Insurance Services

Large employers are unwavering in their plans to continue offering group health plans to their workers instead of funding individual reimbursement accounts that would allow them to shop for plans on government-run exchanges, according to new research. The poll of 26 health benefits decision-makers at large firms, carried out by The Commonwealth Fund and the Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI), found that despite rising premium and health care costs, they felt obligated to offer health in

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How digital health programs can reduce employer medical costs

Employee Benefit News

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Post-pandemic telehealth should leave no beneficiary behind

Employee Benefit News

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Barbservations From Online RMD Webinars

Money Talk

After I left New Jersey and was no longer a recognizable figure as a financial educator for Rutgers University, I attended a few free meal seminars “undercover” in my new home state of Florida. Few people know about my financial education work and I knew I wouldn't be "outed" and asked to leave because I'm a CFP(R). Knowing that these seminars have been linked to an increased risk of abusive sales practices, if not outright investment fraud, and having read a detailed expose’ by Helaine Olen in

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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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Organizations Need an Artificial Intelligence Strategy

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes A few years ago, I published an article on “ Everything HR Needs to Know about Artificial Intelligence ”. I hope you’ll check it out. The purpose of the article was to explain what artificial intelligence (AI) is and how it might be used by HR departments. Since then, we continue to see articles about advancements in AI.

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SSA to Change How to Access BSO on March 25

PayrollOrg

On March 25, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is changing how to sign up for and access Business Services Online (BSO) accounts.

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HR Technology Trends: Leveraging Technology to Streamline HR Operations

HR Digest

Human Resources (HR) departments have evolved significantly over the past few years. The introduction of HR technology has revolutionized the way HR departments operate. HR tech has allowed HR teams to streamline their processes, automate tedious tasks, and focus on more strategic initiatives. To this effect, it’s important for HR managers to determine and focus on the technology trends that play a role in HR operations.

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The top 6 team management skills all managers must master

Business Management Daily

Are you a new manager at your workplace? If so, you need to add specific soft skills to your toolbelt to become a stand-out team leader. In particular, effective team management skills are a must for any manager, regardless of industry. That’s because eliciting successful teamwork takes staunch communication skills , high levels of emotional intelligence , sharp problem-solving skills , and flawless task delegation.

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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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Human leader vs. traditional boss: What’s the difference?

Insperity

Whether you’re a seasoned manager, recently promoted into a leadership role or you are responsible for an entire team of leaders, everyone should be asking the same question: How can I (or we) exercise more effective, influential and empowering leadership? The answer tends to lie in management style : Is your approach to leadership geared for the “traditional” boss?

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Annuity Myths and Facts

Money Talk

An annuity is a contract between an investor and a life insurance company. Annuities are sold by insurance agents, stock brokers, and other financial advisors. The annuitant, who is usually (but not always) the owner of the annuity, pays a lump sum amount or makes deposits over time and the insurance company promises immediate payments or payments at a future date.

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Manage Your Workforce with Better Scheduling

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at HRdirect , a trusted source for employee-related compliance, administration, and motivation tools. They serve as a one-stop shop to make employee management easier. Enjoy the read!) A few weeks ago, I published an article about the differences between staffing and scheduling.

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What happens when a qualifying COBRA event occurs?

Benefit Resource Inc.

An employee terms and you notify your COBRA administrator of the qualifying event. A letter goes out and you are done, right? Well, yes and no. It is important that a COBRA Qualifying Event Notice is: (1) provided to required individuals and (2) contains the appropriate details regarding COBRA coverage and election rights. Who needs to receive a COBRA qualifying event notice?

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7 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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What Causes Financial Stress?

Best Money Moves

What causes financial stress? Here are 3 of the top causes of financial stress among your team. (Plus, what you can do about them.) According to a study by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation , 60% of American adults feel anxious while thinking about their personal finances, and 50% feel stressed when talking to another person about their finances.

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How can employers support parents with babies that need neonatal care?

Employee Benefits

Need to know: The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Bill will allow parents with babies needing neonatal care to take up to 12 weeks paid leave. The Employer with Heart charter is awarded to organisations that have extra provisions in place for employees with babies who are born prematurely. Support such as an employee assistance programme (EAP), flexible-working arrangements and a parent-friendly policy can help to create a culture where employees feel able to ask for help.

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How to conduct a team reset and turbocharge employee morale

Insperity

Are you looking for a surefire way to boost employee morale while strengthening employee engagement with and commitment to your organization? Do you often wonder how to: Set your team members up for happiness and success? Create an environment in which people feel motivated to do their best? If so, have you considered implementing a “reset?” What is a reset?

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New Ways to Shop

Money Talk

U.S. Shopping History Back in the day, people shopped in a single general store in rural towns across America. Think Oleson’s Mercantile store in Little House on the Prairie. Mark-ups were generally high and product selection was limited. This started to change in the late 1800s with the introduction of mail order catalogs (e.g., Sears) where shoppers could select from a wide range of merchandise.

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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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Is your small business eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit?

Employee Benefit News

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Learn How to Start Journaling. It’s a Ritual Worth the Time

BetterUp

Did you know one of the most powerful self-improvement activities is right at your fingertips? No, it’s not working out or having good sleep hygiene (although these are great habits). It’s something even simpler — learning how to start journaling.

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3 Ways to Help Employees Fight Financial Stress and Economic Uncertainty

Best Money Moves

3 ways to help employees fight financial stress and economic uncertainty. Learn more about how companies can help employees dial down financial stress during times of economic uncertainty. U.S. workers face an uncertain economic future, and the stress takes its toll. Nearly half of U.S. adults say that money issues negatively impact their mental health, according to a Bankrate study.

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39% of pay increases worth 6% or more

Employee Benefits

Around two-fifths (39%) of employees received pay rises worth 6% or more in the three months to January 2023, according to research by Incomes Data Research (IDR). The research organisation analysed 75 pay deals implemented between 1 November 2022 and 31 January 2023, mostly at large organisations and covering more than 500,000 employees. It found that 15% gave employees a pay rise between 5% and 5.9%, 16% awarded increases between 3% and 4.9% and 13% gave rises of between 2% and 2.9%.

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4-Week Roadmap for New Hires

Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.