October, 2023

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How can voluntary benefits support employees in uncertain times?

Employee Benefits

Credit: Emerge / Shutterstock (1079190161) Employers should have an understanding of the issues their employees face in order to produce targeted and appreciated voluntary benefits strategies. To combat the cost-of-living crisis , employees can use spend and save platforms to save money on a day-to-day expenditures and weekly grocery shopping. Employees react better to communications that they consider relevant to their personal circumstances, so employers should used targeted guidance and suppo

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Social Security Wage Base Increases to $168,600 for 2024

PayrollOrg

On October 12, the Social Security Administration announced that the 2024 social security wage base will be $168,600, which is an increase of $8,400 from $160,200 in 2023.

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People who work full time from an office now outnumber hybrid workers

Workplace Insight

British workers who come into the office every day to work now outnumber those who spend part of the week working from home, for the first time since the end of pandemic restrictions, according to a new survey from recruitment firm Hays. Of nearly 15,000 white-collar staff and employers who took part in the poll last month, around 43 per cent said they were now working entirely from the office, up from 36 per cent a year earlier.

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83% of employers have seen a rise in wellbeing benefit requests

Employee Benefits

More than eight in 10 (83%) UK employers have reported a rise in employees requesting more wellbeing benefits in the workplace, according to new research from Zest. The employee benefits technology firm’s study, released to mark World Mental Health Day (10 October), found that 19% of respondents currently offer employees a wellbeing allowance as part of their benefits package.

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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.

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How You Can Apply Flexible Benefits with Insurtech

Pacific Prime

Flexible benefits is a growing trend in the insurance industry. But with everyone having their own unique concerns and needs, implementing flexible benefits can be hard. With the help of insurtech, you can implement and manage individual benefits with ease! In this Pacific Prime article, we look at the benefits of implementing flexible benefits at. The post How You Can Apply Flexible Benefits with Insurtech appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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The 4 Key Elements of An Effective Recruiting Strategy

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes When we’re creating our recruiting strategy, we have to decide how we will bring people into the organization. I’m not talking about sourcing. I’m talking about when there’s an open job, we have to decide if we will fill it from within, hire someone from the outside, or maybe even outsource the work to a consultant.

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Employers Must Use New Form I-9 by November 1

PayrollOrg

Starting November 1, employers must use the version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, with an edition date of 8-1-23.

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Create a culture of recognition in 2023 

Achievers

Cultivating a culture of recognition is a strategic imperative that can transform the tenor of your organization, driving improved employee morale, engagement, and performance. Showing genuine appreciation for team members’ efforts foster a long-lasting sense of belonging and motivation among employees. With a thoughtful and multifaceted approach, one that encourages recognition at every level of your organization, your company can develop a culture of recognition organically.

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98% of Gen Z is burned out. How can employers respond?

Employee Benefit News

To help reduce stress levels in young workers, managers will need to do more than just expand mental health benefits.

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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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Grind Culture Isn’t Working. How Can Wellness Win?

TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

The Problem With Grind Culture In recent years, “hustle” and “grind” culture have become equated with drive, ambition, and success. The logic is that if you are not incessantly working, you won’t meet your goals. Grind culture also ties a person’s worth to the product they produce. However, it comes at the expense of individual […] The post Grind Culture Isn’t Working.

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Longevity, Longevity Literacy, and Living Well in Later Life

Money Talk

Several months ago, in the space of one day, I attended a webinar about longevity by a financial planner, read a research report about “longevity literacy,” and attended a health education class for older adults. At the end of the day, I realized that all three of these events were interrelated. Below are nine of my key take-aways from information that was provided about living well in later life and not running out of money during your lifetime: Medical Advances - Many of the leading causes of

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Analyst Insight: isolved – Punching Above its Weight and Getting Stronger

3Sixty Insights

Event Recap isolved recently held its annual isolved Connect client event in sunny Palm Desert, California. A city with an always sunny reputation, a very fitting backdrop for the HR technology event for a brand recognized by its bright pink branding and outlook on the future of human capital management. Over 800 client and partner attendees converged on the desert paradise to network, learn, and engage around the future of work and HR, hoping to move their organizations from good to great with

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California Expands Paid Sick Leave in 2024

PayrollOrg

Effective January 1, 2024, employees in California will be entitled to additional paid sick leave.

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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.

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11 ways to increase employee happiness at your organization

Achievers

The days when an organization could rely on a simple paycheck to keep employees engaged and happy are long gone, if they ever existed in the first place. While compensation is important, even the highest-paying positions will see unexpected turnover and reduced productivity if companies neglect the happiness of their workforce. From recognizing employees, to supporting a healthy work-life balance, to giving workers a real voice in your company’s decisions and processes, there are a wide range of

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10 skills recruiters look for when hiring remote candidates

Employee Benefit News

From decisiveness to a sense of humor, FlexJobs' ranking covers a range of expectations employers will have this recruiting season.

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How Can Employers Better Support Working Parents?

TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

Currently, about 40% of people in the U.S. workforce are parents whose kids are under 18 years old. With soaring childcare costs and limited government assistance, many organizations know it’s important to support working parents more fully. However, no standards have been established that define the kind of benefits these employees should receive.

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Practical Inflation-Fighting Strategies

Money Talk

Earlier this year, I taught a class and a webinar about inflation where I presented dozens of ways to mitigate the effects of rising prices through reduced spending. Inflation is down significantly from 2022 but still remains elevated. Below is a list of inflation-fighting strategies to consider listed by household expense category: Groceries Make substitutions (e.g., applesauce for eggs in baking), buy store vs. national brands, eat more meatless meals, stock up on sale items, consider shopping

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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The Global Employer of Record Report 2023

3Sixty Insights

GxT Advisors partnered with Global EoR provider atlas to co-author a first-of-its-kind report that explores key trends and insights shaping the future of work and the growing importance of the agility-rich Employer of Record (EOR) service model in the modern HCM ecosystem. The report includes insights and emerging trends for HR leaders to consider over the coming year, regional workforce trends, employer of record service adoption details by geography, and key considerations in navigating the cu

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OCSS Releases Revised IWO and Instructions

PayrollOrg

The Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) released a revised income withholding order for support form (IWO) and its instructions with no substantial changes.

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87% of employers have heard wellbeing concerns from staff

Employee Benefits

The majority (87%) of organisations have been approached by an employee in the past 12 months to discuss concerns relating to their wellbeing, according to new research from Mintago. The fintech startup surveyed 503 senior managers within UK-based organisations in both the public and private sector, and found that mental health (48%), job satisfaction (43%) and financial wellbeing (40%) were the most prevalent concerns that employees spoke to their managers about.

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Helping employers leverage AI, robotics and biometrics in the workplace

Employee Benefit News

Transformative technologies are increasing productivity and job satisfaction, as well as providing workers with essential upskilling.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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Bold Founder Caleb Parker to launch space-as-a-service Brave Corporation

Workplace Insight

Caleb Parker, the high profile Founder of Bold has announced the launch of Brave Corporation, a “next generation” real estate company that aims to “bridge the gap between office supply and demand to mitigate the rise of stranded assets amongst the world’s largest asset class” Brave Corporation will work with investors to “reposition buildings to meet ESG standards and dynamic customer demand” before they risk becoming “stranded” The company says it

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You are Being Influenced: Beware of Harmful Social Media Content

Money Talk

We are all influenced by things that we see online and social media is one of the biggest online influences. An estimated 81% of Americans say they have ever used YouTube vs. 69% for Facebook, 40% for Instagram, 28% for LinkedIn, 23% for Twitter, and 21% for TikTok. According to a 2022 report by the Global Web Index, 58.4% of the world’s population uses social media and the average usage is 2 hours and 27 minutes.

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3Sixty Insights Announces Merger with GxT Advisors

3Sixty Insights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3Sixty Insights Announces Merger with GxT Advisors BOSTON, MA – 3Sixty Insights, a leading research and consulting firm, has announced that it will merge with HCM technology and services research and analyst advisory firm GxT Advisors. The newly combined firm will operate under the 3Sixty Insights brand moving forward, with a brand refresh planned for later in 2023.

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President Biden Issues Executive Order to Establish AI Standards

PayrollOrg

On October 30, President Biden issued an Executive Order that establishes new standards for artificial intelligence (AI) safety and security.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.