January, 2024

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What role does AI play in reward and benefits?

Employee Benefits

Credit: Looker/Studio-Shutterstock Need to know: Artificial intelligence (AI) is already starting to impact the world of benefits and reward, in areas such as benefits selection, administration and modelling potential strategies. Employees can also gain through personalised recommendations and support with questions. But concerns remain over data security and the lack of emotional intelligence in AI.

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Dispelling Cybersecurity Myths for Benefit Plans

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

As the rate of digital transformation continues to accelerate across all industries, poor cybersecurity remains a pressing threat to employers and benefit plan sponsors. Awareness of nine common cybersecurity myths can help employee benefit plan stakeholders better understand their plan’s risk posture […] The post Dispelling Cybersecurity Myths for Benefit Plans appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Tips and Resources for Every New Plan Participant

Benefit Resource Inc.

After much consideration, you’ve made the wise decision to enroll in a pre-tax benefit plan. As a new plan participant, you will experience significant savings on eligible items and services in the coming months! To help you make the most of your account(s), here are some helpful reminders, tips and valuable resources. How do I access the funds in my account?

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Emily Whitelock: Pots-for-life plan could pose risk to employee pension engagement

Employee Benefits

While automatic-enrolment has resulted in more individuals saving for retirement, it has created a separate issue that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) describes as ‘the proliferation of small pots’: the creation of multiple deferred pension pots , often low in value, when employees change employer. Lack of engagement with pensions has compounded the problem, with many individuals leaving their small pots behind rather than consolidating them, which can lead to poorer retir

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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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Does crypto currency have a role to play in employers’ pay strategies?

Employee Benefits

Need to know: Crypto currency is still unusual in pay strategies with early adopters predominately technology businesses and the professional services firms that support them. Crypto currency is subject to income tax when an employee receives it but could also incur a capital gains tax charge if they hold it for more than 30 days. The growth of digital and micro payments over the next 10 years could see crypto currency become more common in pay strategies, especially for incentive schemes and gl

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An Unconventional Way to Cruise: Seven Advantages

Money Talk

The Wall Street Journal recently published an article with an intriguing title: “The Secret to Sweet Dreams May Be Not to Sleep Together.” It described the not-so-uncommon situation of couples who sleep apart as a result of issues such as snoring, tossing and turning, insomnia, and CPAP machine noise. What happens, however, when couples who sleep apart at home (or friends) go on a cruise and are confined together to a 200 to 300 square foot cabin for days?

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Organizations Need to Balance Speed and Effectiveness

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Technology is a great thing. It’s also constantly changing and, for effectiveness, we have to stay current with what’s happening. And by “we”, I mean both individuals and organizations. For example, I’ve been seeing articles about Q-day, which is a term used to describe when quantum computers will be able to crack all of the codes currently protecting digital data.

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The Swedish Strike against Tesla Persists with No Clear End in Sight

HR Digest

Promoting collective action is the hallmark of a labor union and the current Swedish strike that Tesla is facing is an obvious testament to that fact. The strike against Tesla began on 27 October when a company subsidiary refused to sign a collective agreement with IF Metall—a labor union that represents the Tesla mechanics in the region. Elon Musk, co-founder and CEO of Tesla, has long stood firmly opposed to labor unions, stating that they created negativity within a company, despite unions be

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Cybersecurity: The growing partnership between HR and risk management

Employee Benefit News

It is more critical than ever to ensure that organizations and employees are protected from cyberattacks.

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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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How to support employees’ health and wellbeing in the winter months

Employee Benefits

Regular breaks during working hours can help to avoid burnout and boost employees’ physical wellbeing. Employers can support employees suffering from seasonal affective disorder by rearranging the workplace to maximise natural light or enable them to sit near a window. Organisations can implement discount schemes that save employees money on essentials to eliminate stress.

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London’s office market is reshaping the city and the way people experience the workplace

Workplace Insight

London’s office market continues to adapt to evolving workforce demands. The normalisation of hybrid and flexible working since the pandemic remains the biggest cultural shift that the office sector has witnessed in decades. In addition to the rise in demand for quality-as-a-must in 2023, collaboration, culture, and connectivity will lead the charge for office space trends in the year ahead.

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Make the Most of Free Money

Money Talk

Here is a financial New Year’s resolution: make the most of free money! “Free money” is exactly what these two words indicate: money (or goods and services in lieu of cash) that comes with no (or sometimes a few) strings attached. Free money does not have any work requirement, however, and is often income tax-free. Common sources are businesses, individuals, and the government.

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Make a Promise to Conduct Better Meetings In the Year Ahead

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I came across an article recently on CNBC that said 90% of companies plan to implement return to the office policies by the end of 2024. This isn’t surprising. Organizations have been talking about return to the office policies mandates for quite some time. That’s not what I want to talk about today. I want to talk about meetings.

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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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Thirteen Indiana Counties, State Have Tax Rate Changes for 2024

PayrollOrg

Effective January 1, 2024, 13 Indiana counties have income tax rate increases and the state withholding tax rate decreased to 3.05% from 3.15%.

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From Wellbutrin to Ozempic, prescription prices are on the rise — how to mitigate costs

Employee Benefit News

Mark Campbell, SVP of clinical solutions at RxBenefits, explains how employers can save on medicine in 2024.

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Make employee wellbeing a continuing conversation

Employee Benefits

Time To Talk Day takes place in many workplaces across the UK at this time of the year. It’s billed as the nation’s biggest conversation about mental health. However, if all you do is pay lip service as it hits the calendar and talk for one day, there’s little value. So how do you turn it into a conversation that lasts? Create an open culture Recognising that employees are people and not simply workers and understanding how they are feeling is one of the most fundamental aspects of running a bus

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How To Calculate Your Organization’s Turnover Rate

15Five

Turnover is just part of doing business. Some employees aren’t a good fit, while others find new opportunities. While some turnover is normal, too much can damage your organization’s performance, lower morale, and even interrupt important projects. That’s why, as an HR professional, you need a simple way to calculate, analyze, and manage your turnover rates.

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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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ETF Basics: What You Need to Know

Money Talk

Mutual funds are 100 years old this year, but they have a formidable competitor for investor dollars. In recent years, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been gaining market share versus mutual funds. This post describes what ETFs are and how they differ from mutual funds. Like mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a popular investment that provides broad diversification that helps reduce investment risk.

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The final word on … responsibility

Workplace Insight

There have been many experiments over the years that expose the darker aspects of human nature. One of the most telling of these was carried out by two American researchers called John Darley and Bibb Latane in 1968. The two men’s work was partly inspired by a notorious 1964 murder in which a woman called Kitty Genovese was stabbed to death in public.

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Notice 2024-02: IRS Offers Guidance on (Some) SECURE 2.0 Questions

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

Approximately one year after Congress enacted the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 (“SECURE 2.0”), the IRS issued Notice 2024-02 , which addresses SECURE 2.0 implementation issues and extends the plan amendment deadline. Although Notice 2024-02 offers helpful guidance for employers and plan administrators, it does not include hotly anticipated guidance on SECURE 2.0 overpayment and student loan repayment match details, which will hopefully be covered in a future IRS notice.

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7 scenarios for applying inversion thinking to healthcare challenges

Employee Benefit News

Placing thoughts in reverse forces advisers to consider avoiding failure to highlight their best paths toward client success.

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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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What will employee motivation look like in 2024?

Employee Benefits

Credit: Artem Oleshko/Shutterstock Need to know: Employee motivation strategies need to factor in cost-of-living pressures and the increasing need for personal development. Motivating people to return to the office must be carefully balanced with the motivational aspects of the flexibility of remote and hybrid working. As skill shortages continue, reskilling and upskilling staff, particularly in digital skills, will become increasingly motivational in terms of personal development.

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Notable workplace violence examples and how to prevent them

Business Management Daily

Even if there’s never been a violent incident at your workplace, you still need a functioning workplace violence prevention program. That’s especially true if your work involves certain risk factors like: Handling cash Working late at night Working in high-crime areas How do you know which preventive measures to implement? One of the best ways is to view actual workplace violence examples to learn what went wrong.

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Front-line managers: Your business strategy superheroes

Insperity

From embracing cutting-edge AI technology trends to optimizing customer engagement, the latest business strategies may sound promising. However, for some businesses, jumping on the newest fads can be a risky move. What’s most important is establishing a solid foundation that makes the execution of business strategies conducive to sustainable growth – and it all starts with investing in your front-line managers.

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Employers must act to offer more choices to people

Workplace Insight

Henley Business School’s World of Work Institute has published a new report on what it calls The Omniployment Era The report claims to identify which what a post-Covid, post-Great Resignation workforce looks like. The study identifies six distinct worker ‘segments’* in the UK workforce and quantifies what attracts and retains them in jobs, and provides advice to businesses on how to build a strong workforce.

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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.