Sat.Jan 04, 2020 - Fri.Jan 10, 2020

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Compensation Wins Talent, Recognition Retains It

Achievers

Well, after three months of conversations, a drug test, two reference calls, and four interviews, Evan finally got the call … they’re offering him the job! . Now for the exciting part: negotiations. Can he get them to add an extra week of PTO? Better yet, is it possible to allow for a two-week sabbatical before he starts? Most importantly, how much are they going to pay him?

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What’s the impact of seasonal affective disorder at work, and what can HR do to help?

cipHR

From high absence levels to low productivity, SAD can affect employees in many ways. Here’s how HR can make a difference. As employees return from their holidays and prepare for a new year of work, the low mood in the office can be clearly visible. But for many employees, their low mood in the winter months is more profound. Nearly two million people globally are affected by seasonal affective disorder (SAD) – but what is it, how can it affect employees at work, and what can HR do to help?

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Employer branding is crucial in the war for talent

HR Digest

In today’s digital world, candidates want to work for companies they trust and respect. If you fail to convince them you’re good enough to work for, they’ll pass. To get more out of your recruitment efforts, you need to revisit your employer branding. The acquisition of the right talent is half the battle won in the recruitment process. It is imperative that a company hires the right person as the effort put in onboarding, training, and mentoring a recruit goes to waste and is not cost-effective

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People Analytics: How to Solve Business Problems

HR Bartender

Every business has problems they want to solve. It could be a small problem or a large one. The key to solving business problems is. Gathering the right data and information Having a good approach or system for problem solving. Unfortunately, there are times when organizations approach problem solving from the standpoint of “Oh, I know what the problem is…” and ultimately, end up only addressing a symptom versus the real issue.

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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 Does Financial Success Look Like?

Best Money Moves

What does financial success look like? Financial wellness month: how financial stress is changing the way Americans define success. A big salary used to be the primary indicator of financial success for Americans, but that’s not the case anymore. When Northwestern Mutual asked Americans to define success in a recent survey , having a big salary didn’t even break the top five answers.

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Top Job Sites in Australia for Your Career Search

HR Digest

Are you exploring more than one option for your career? You might consider registering with more than one of these top job sites in Australia. There are several websites in Australia than help the locals to find their dream jobs. However, not all of them are equally efficient enough to handle the huge database of applicants and serve the purpose of getting the best job in their respective industry.

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benefitexpress Announces Chief Growth Officer

WEX Inc.

Benefitexpress Makes Major Investment in Growth Including the Announcement of New Growth Leader. SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Benefitexpress, the leading provider of cloud-based technology software and services for fully-outsourced employee benefits administration, announced today that Melanie Hallenbeck joins its leadership team as Chief Growth Officer. In her new role, Hallenbeck will lead all areas of benefitexpress’ sales organization including employer-direct, broker/reseller and consultant/advisor r

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Competent Care Home Health Doubles Nursing Hires While Driving Cost Savings

Hireology

The tight labor market and competition for top talent means hiring has never been more challenging for the home health industry. Recognizing these challenges, Competent Care Home Health, an agency based in Orange County California, partnered with Hireology starting in early 2019 to more efficiently attract and hire qualified nurses. . Prior to partnering with Hireology, Competent Care Home Health relied on job boards as the primary recruitment marketing channel to attract job applicants.

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HSA vs. FSA: What’s the Difference?

Patriot Software

Offering employees attractive benefits is a great way to improve engagement and retention. FSAs and HSAs are healthcare plans that cover medically-related expenses not included under a traditional health plan. Do you know the difference between HSA vs. FSA? Both employers and employees should understand the difference between HSA and FSA. Read on to learn […].

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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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How to network in a creative industry

HR Digest

Networking in today’s digital lexicon means how many friends or followers you can boast on social media platforms. But in the real world, these connections do not cut much ice. The traditional art of networking, where you meet and greet people at industry dos, exchange cards, and generally have an amiable exchange of information, is what gets the work done.

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New Year Checklist for HR and Benefits Pros

WEX Inc.

For most employers, annual enrollment has come to a close (for now) and a new year has begun. And with a new year comes lots of changes. From budget changes, HR compliance updates, new health benefits and more, a new year is an opportune time to pause, review and reflect. (Not to mention staying atop of changes in your business as well as labor laws will help you stay competitive in the job market.).

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Why Should You Consider Investing in a Solar Panel for Your Home?

Take It Personel-ly

For the past decade, the use of solar power has gained popularity with residential homeowners because of its long list of benefits. If you are considering making some changes in your household, you might want to check out solar Manchester companies that can educate you about the benefits of using renewable energy and reducing your […].

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Why A Positive Employee Experience Includes Work-Life Synergy

15Five

In the Digital Age, technology has completely shifted the world of work as we know it. People don’t merely work to live anymore; they work to learn new skills , feed their passions, and become better humans. This change in employees has triggered an even bigger shift in the workplace. To provide an environment that attracts and retains employees and brings out their best performance, companies must focus on providing a uniquely impressive and holistic employee experience.

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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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Request for Vacation Leave Email Templates

HR Digest

There is nothing to feel hesitated about sending a request for vacation leave email. However, it would rather look nice and leave a good impression by convincing your employer or immediate supervisor to accept vacation leave. To achieve this end, the vacation leave request email should be framed in a professional manner wherein concerns of the employer and the organizations are immediately addressed.

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New Year, New Updates, Same Superior Service

WEX Inc.

We understand how hard it can be to stay up-to-date on all your favorite social media platforms. which is why we share a few of our favorite updates bi-weekly in our Social Round-Up blog series. As an HR and benefits administrator, you know how important it is to stay current with industry changes and developments. We're here to help with that. Check out some of our recent social media updates for the latest industry tips and a behind-the-scenes look at benefitexpress.

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Use Benefits Enrollment Communications to Educate and Prepare

Flimp Communications

Over the years, I’ve learned that there are two things people really hate. The first is change. The second (which is related to the first) is an unwelcome surprise. For most people, healthcare and benefits are something they don’t pay much attention to. At least, until they need them. Annual benefits enrollment is the one time of year most employees have to make changes to their benefits.

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Survey: Employers Focused On Benefit Costs, Holistic Wellness, And Technology

Wellable

In order to offer attractive benefits to recruit and retain talent in a tight labor market, more financial investment is now required from companies. It’s not just the rising costs of health insurance, but the demand for more expansive benefits and a holistically-minded approach to well-being.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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If You’re Paid Biweekly, You’ll Probably Get an Extra Paycheck in 2020

HR Digest

If you’re paid biweekly, you usually receive 26 paychecks in a given year. It seems pretty straightforward – except that every 11 or 12 years, because of our calendar system and leap years, there are actually 27 pay periods in the year. Does this mean you’ll get an extra paycheck in 2020? Probably. Does this mean you’ll earn more than your annual salary in 2020?

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Job Openings at benefitexpress

WEX Inc.

Benefitexpress is more than a 9:00 to 5:00. It’s a place for client advocates, technology gurus and benefits experts to advance their careers under strong leadership. And right now, we're looking to fill multiple open positions across a variety of departments. If you're looking for your next career move where you can combine your professional expertise with a family-like company culture, we want to hear from you!

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HSA vs. FSA: What’s the Difference?

Patriot Software

Offering employees attractive benefits is a great way to improve engagement and retention. FSAs and HSAs are healthcare plans that cover medically-related expenses not included under a traditional health plan. Do you know the difference between HSA vs. FSA? Both employers and employees should understand the difference between HSA and FSA. Read on to learn […].

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How to Get the Best Offer When You Sell Your Car

Take It Personel-ly

Skip the Trade-In Offer First and foremost, you should skip the trade-in offer at your dealership. With some rare exceptions, you will never get a better price than if you were to sell it yourself. I understand that it’s more convenient, but if you’re trying to maximize your money, you will want to sell privately. […].

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Free job posting sites you should bookmark right away

HR Digest

There are several job posting sites that help employers to find the best personnel for their job position. However, only a few of them are worldwide recognized and considered as an ideal platform for searching the best talent from the industry. These websites are free to job posting sites for the employers and also allows the candidates to register themselves free to browse for their desired job position.

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Study: Engagement Incentives Increase Wellness Programs’ Value

Wellable

Crafting a competitive, holistic wellness program to attract and retain the best talent can require a lot of resources. It’s important that investment produces its desired results. In order for companies to reap all the benefits wellness programs can provide, employees must be engaged in these programs.

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The Top 5 Small Business Health Insurance Options in 2020

PeopleKeep

The rising costs of health care aren’t just a problem for individuals—they’ve also impacted businesses that make health benefits a priority for their employees. Small businesses have been particularly vulnerable. Over the last 15 years, the cost to cover one employee under group health insurance rose nearly 200 percent—from $2,196 to $6,435. These unsustainable costs, coupled with the hassle and one-size-fits-all nature of traditional group benefits, have caused many small businesses to drop hea

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IRS announces new Form W-4 for 2020

BerniePortal

On December 5, 2019, the IRS released the final version of the 2020 Form W-4, which was retitled as the Employee’s Withholding Certificate. This is the forms first major update since 2017 when Congress made sweeping changes to the federal tax system. The goal of the new form is to have more accurate withholding while providing employees with simplicity, accuracy and greater privacy.

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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.