WEX Inc.
AUGUST 23, 2023
Voluntary benefits give employees the opportunity to further customize their benefits package to meet their personal needs. And they serve as an excellent cost-effective recruitment and retention tool for employers as they look for ways to improve their benefits offerings. In fact, 76% of employees in a recent survey said voluntary benefits would entice them to stay at their current company.
Achievers
AUGUST 24, 2023
Diversity has been incorporated into the policies and practices of organizations the world over. But despite its increasingly prominent place in the corporate and social landscape, it’s often unclear just what it means. Can diversity initiatives make a major impact at your organization, or is it just a fluffy HR term? If you’re looking for a greater understanding of what diversity in the workplace looks like, how it can benefit your company, and which diversity initiatives to prioritize, you’re
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PayrollOrg
AUGUST 24, 2023
Beginning January 1, 2025, covered employers in Maine will be required to withhold and remit employee contributions and pay employer contributions for a new paid family and medical leave insurance program.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 22, 2023
Women’s health, and in particular the menopause transition, is a topical issue that has finally received significant coverage in the media during the last year or so. In the UK there are currently no legal regulations specifically requiring employers to provide support to people affected by menstruation issues or the menopause. However, employees may have a claim for unfair dismissal or discrimination on the grounds of their age or gender, where an employer unfairly dismisses them or treats them
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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
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
AUGUST 24, 2023
What is the current state of digital health? Where will artificial intelligence (AI) see the most growth and adoption in healthcare? And what are the key AI issues most relevant to healthcare providers? In this TripleTree article, Alya Sulaiman offers her perspective on some of the essential AI questions facing the digital health space. Access […] The post Digital Health and the Direction of AI in Healthcare appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Comp and Benefits Today brings together the best content for compensation and benefits professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
PayrollOrg
AUGUST 23, 2023
With increased concern about recent bank failures, PayrollOrg’s Government Relations Task Force engaged with the federal government and other partners regarding paying workers on time.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 24, 2023
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has long recognised that great health and wellbeing is a core enabler of employee engagement and organisational performance. Promoting wellbeing by taking a proactive approach to benefits that help prevent stress and create a positive working environment is therefore a priority for us. As the CIPD asserts, it enables employees and organisations to thrive.
HR Digest
AUGUST 25, 2023
So, you’ve got to write up an employee. Sigh It’s never fun, but sometimes it’s necessary. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this ‘How to Write Up an Employee Guide,’ we’ll walk you through the process of writing a professional employee write-up, from start to finish. We’ll also provide you with ‘How To Write Up An Employee | Email Templates’ so you can see what it should look like.
Wellable
AUGUST 22, 2023
A compelling trend has emerged: an average reduction of 37 minutes in the workday. How does the shrinking workday impact productivity and employee well-being? The post Clocking Off Early: Average Workday Shrinks By 37 Minutes appeared first on Wellable.
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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.
PayrollOrg
AUGUST 25, 2023
Employers have until August 30 to physically inspect Form I-9 documents that were initially viewed remotely during COVID-19 flexibilities.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Northamptonshire housing association Greatwell Homes has been ordered to pay a former employee £50,000 at employment tribunal after a maternity leave dispute. The association, which manages thousands of homes in Wellingborough, Kettering and Raunds, was taken to court after the member of staff claimed she had ‘suffered a detriment’ while on maternity leave.
Best Money Moves
AUGUST 23, 2023
3 ways to maximize your financial wellness benefits. Financial wellness is a must-have employee benefit — learn how to maximize your financial wellness program. Today, almost 35% of companies have financial wellness offerings for their employees, up from 25% in 2020, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI). Financial wellness benefits help companies help reduce attrition , attract top talent and improve the overall wellbeing of their employees.
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 23, 2023
Passionate firms perform higher in terms of team progress, regardless of whether that passion is focused on one or multiple team activities, finds new research from Aalto University School of Business. According to Associate Professor Ewald Kibler, Head of the Entrepreneurship Unit at Aalto, and postdoctoral researcher Bernadetta A. Ginting-Szczesny, team entrepreneurial passion (TEP) plays an important role in business ventures as it can positively impact team outcomes and venture performance.
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
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
AUGUST 22, 2023
The US Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service recently issued proposed regulations on the use of forfeitures by tax-qualified retirement plans. The proposed changes provide welcome clarity for plan sponsors but may require revisions to plan administration and legal plan documents. Read more here. The post Forfeitures: Changing the Rules of the Game for Retirement Plans appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Legoland Discovery Centre Birmingham has started searching for assistant master model builders, a role ideal for enthusiasts who want to bring Lego worlds to life and create magical experiences. There are two full-time and one part-time roles available on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, and full availability is required across some weekends and school and bank holidays.
HR Digest
AUGUST 21, 2023
Picture this: you’re sitting at your desk, staring at a seemingly never-ending stack of tasks. The silence in the office is deafening, and your motivation is plummeting faster than a lead balloon. But then, a familiar tune starts playing softly in the background. Suddenly, your mood lifts, your focus sharpens, and you find yourself humming along as you tackle your work with renewed energy.
Wellable
AUGUST 21, 2023
Research reveals the stark truths of remote work's productivity shortcomings, paving the way for a more balanced solution: the rise of hybrid work models. The post Hybrid, In-Person, Or Fully Remote? Case Studies On The Optimal Work Arrangement appeared first on Wellable.
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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
AUGUST 23, 2023
The US Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit recently held in Pharmaceutical Care Management Association v. Mulready (PCMA) that the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and Medicare Part D preempted several provisions of Oklahoma law regulating pharmacy benefit managers and pharmacy networks. Left unchallenged, these provisions threaten the ability of employers and Medicare […] The post Tenth Circuit Reaffirms Preemption of State Pharmacy Network Regulations appeared first on
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Emma Andrews, global payroll and reward specialist (pictured right), and Alex Strang, wellbeing manager (pictured left) at shoe brand Fitflop, will present a wellbeing workshop at Employee Benefits Live 2023. Titled Feel Good at Fitflop: Why we prioritise employee wellbeing , the workshop will take place on Tuesday 3 October in Theatre Two at 1.30pm.
HR Digest
AUGUST 25, 2023
The EEOC recently unveiled its new strategic plan, which outlines its goals and initiatives for the next five years. By decoding the new EEOC strategic plan, HR leaders can get a better understanding of how the organization aims to address workplace discrimination and promote equal employment opportunities. From its approach to plan implementation to its focus on tackling emerging issues, we will analyze the key highlights of the EEOC’s latest strategy.
Wellable
AUGUST 22, 2023
Discover top mediation skills and proven techniques to foster harmony and effective conflict resolution in the workplace. The post 7 Effective Conflict Resolution Techniques In The Workplace appeared first on Wellable.
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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.
15Five
AUGUST 23, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a cultural phenomenon that promises to transform how workplaces operate. But when any exciting new technological innovations emerge, our society tends to put the cart before the horse. And we haven’t had a technology this powerful in many years (maybe ever). While there are people on both extremes of the AI argument—some ready to dive head-first into an AI-powered future and others warning of an imminent robot apocalypse—most AI experts fall somewhere in t
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 25, 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on employeebenefits.co.uk between 18 – 24 August were: Specsavers receives menopause-friendly accreditation AstraZeneca and BAE Systems CEOs have highest FTSE 100 pay BaxterStorey enhances employee benefits package Scottish junior doctors accept 12.4% pay rise Lem-uhn launches work-from-anywhere scheme UPS staff accept pay rises under collective bargaining agreement 46% of savers do not understand key benefits of DC schemes 27% of under 35s have calculated req
Florida Workers' Comp
AUGUST 24, 2023
The WCI 2023 opened Sunday with a series of events, well, Saturday I guess. A decade ago, this educational conference got into the public service arena with a "work day" event on the Saturday preceding. I know people that have made an annual visit to Give Kids the World as part of their WCI experience. There are other events, but this workday is so egalitarian.
InterWest Insurance Services
AUGUST 22, 2023
If you are running a business, you need to get an early start on preparations for your small group health plan open enrollment, particularly now as so much confusion abounds about the state of health insurance in the country. With recent new regulations, options have changed for employers and you need to stay focused on maximizing your outcomes within your budget.
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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