Parental leave, PTO and job protection: 10 countries with the best labor laws
Employee Benefit News
MAY 28, 2024
Law firm Bisnar Chase asked 3,000 employees which international labor laws they wished would be implemented in their state.
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Does a green benefits strategy motivate employees?
Employee Benefits
MAY 27, 2024
Green benefits can include bikes-for-work schemes, discounts on solar panels and rewards for using energy saving items. Employers can create a green agenda to motivate employees to choose more sustainable consumer options. Highlighting green benefits choices as part of an employee value proposition can increase attraction and retention. Research by The Electric Car Scheme in February 2024 found that 48% of UK employees are more likely to feel motivated within an organisation that offers green be
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Basics of Advance Directives
Money Talk
MAY 30, 2024
Advance directives are written instructions for actions to be taken in the future in case people become incapable of making decisions. They designate specific people (typically referred to as “agents” or “proxies”) to step in for the creator of an advance directive to make decisions that the creator wishes and to take the burden of decision-making off family members or other caregivers.
Employee lifecycle support: From day one to retirement
WEX Inc.
MAY 29, 2024
Supporting employees throughout their lifecycle is essential for improving engagement, loyalty, and long-term satisfaction in the workplace. By optimizing employee benefits and creating a supportive environment, employers can enhance the employee experience at every stage of their journey, from onboarding to retirement. This comprehensive guide will help you understand and implement effective employee lifecycle support.
Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline
Advertiser: Paycor
Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?
5 ways to support the retirement needs of all generations
Employee Benefit News
MAY 30, 2024
Every employee craves a financially secure retirement. Here's how each generation is working towards it — and what kind of help they expect from employers.
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What is the Role of HR in Data Protection?
HR Lineup
MAY 30, 2024
In today’s digital age, data protection has become a paramount concern for organizations across all industries. With increasing amounts of sensitive information being stored and processed, ensuring the security and privacy of this data is essential. Human Resources (HR) departments play a critical role in data protection, as they manage a wealth of personal and sensitive information about employees.
Electric arc furnaces could turn old concrete into zero-carbon cement
Workplace Insight
MAY 28, 2024
Concrete and steel production are major contributors to global CO2 emissions, but a new technology from Cambridge University offers a promising solution: recycling both materials simultaneously. This innovative process involves using old concrete in steel-processing furnaces to not only purify iron but also generate “reactivated cement” as a by-product.
When employees connect, their wellness improves
Employee Benefit News
MAY 30, 2024
Acts of kindness among coworkers can play a large role in a workforce's well-being.
NYC Office of Child Support Services Hosts Employer Conference
PayrollOrg
MAY 29, 2024
On June 4, employers can attend a virtual child support conference hosted by the New York City Office of Child Support Services to learn about compliance and ask questions.
Understanding Group Medicare for an Aging Workforce: Key Considerations for HR Leaders
Speaker: Shawnequa Albert
As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.
10 Best Goal-Setting Software Of 2024 For Teams
HR Lineup
MAY 26, 2024
Goal-setting is a cornerstone of successful teamwork, helping to align efforts, track progress, and achieve collective objectives. As teams become more distributed and projects more complex, the right goal-setting software can make all the difference. What is Goal Setting Software? Goal-setting software is a specialized type of software designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations define, track, and achieve their goals.
How can employers effectively deliver financial wellbeing support to a dispersed workforce?
Employee Benefits
MAY 29, 2024
Need to know: Financial wellbeing support must be accessible to all employees on demand regardless of their working location. Finding out what is needed can help shape support to a dispersed workforce. Support and communications that are useful to the majority of employees can avoid exclusion. In its State of financial wellbeing index 2024 report, published in May 2024, Wagestream found that half (54%) of the employees surveyed said financial concerns have caused their mental health to decline.
5 ways to support employee mental health and work-life balance for remote teams
Employee Benefit News
MAY 30, 2024
Thoughtful benefits, events and an empathetic culture can improve multiple areas of a workplace.
People must take the lead on hybrid working to drive highest returns
Workplace Insight
MAY 31, 2024
A new report from workplace technology provider Eptura suggests that employee-led hybrid working models and connected technology drive the highest returns for businesses. According to its first half 2024 Workplace Index report [registration], companies with hybrid working models in which employees can choose when to come to the office are seeing the most benefit.
Ready to Save Time With AI? Try 14 ChatGPT Prompts for HR
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ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you quickly brainstorm, draft, and refine tasks on your to-do list. But it can take a bit of strategy and practice to get generative AI to give you the time-saving results you’re looking for. Try these 14 detailed prompts to unlock the power of ChatGPT. You'll discover ways to streamline tasks for hiring, employee engagement, and performance management.
Top 10 Employee Perks Programs for 2024
HR Lineup
MAY 28, 2024
As we step into 2024, the landscape of employee benefits and perks is continuously evolving. Companies are increasingly recognizing the importance of offering innovative and comprehensive perks programs to attract and retain top talent. These programs go beyond the traditional healthcare and retirement plans, incorporating elements that cater to employees’ holistic well-being.
Paternity leave for bereaved partners bill passed into law
Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024 has been passed into law to give working fathers and non-birthing partners automatic rights to immediate paternity leave if the mother dies. The Act, which received Royal Assent on the last day of the current Parliament on Friday 24 May, ensures that bereaved fathers or non-birthing partners will automatically get the right to day-one paternity leave if the mother, or a person with whom a child is placed or expected to be placed for adoption, dies.
This CEO supports working moms by creating state-of-the-art nursing suites
Employee Benefit News
MAY 31, 2024
Abbey Donnell shares the inspiration behind her business and why employers should be proactive about their lactation support.
Not luddite dinosaurs but the sensible voice of caution on AI. And you need to listen
Workplace Insight
MAY 29, 2024
In my line of work, it is easy to get away with not being au fait with technology. Having previously laughed off my ineptitude saying ‘there’s a reason I work with people not machines!’ I never considered I had a place in the realm of all things IT and computers. Until I discovered AI. More specifically, Deep Neural Networks. With a specialism in Neuropsychology, I was intrigued by a discipline that aimed to recreate that which we barely understand; the human brain.
The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy
Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC
The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.
10 Best Employee Evaluation Software of 2024
HR Lineup
MAY 29, 2024
Employee evaluation software has become an essential tool for organizations aiming to enhance productivity, streamline performance reviews, and foster employee development. As we step into 2024, the market is brimming with innovative solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses. What is Employee Evaluation Software? Employee evaluation software is a digital tool designed to streamline and enhance the process of assessing and managing employee performance within an organization.
A Comparative Review of the Top 10 Applicant Tracking System for Small Businesses
Vantage Circle
MAY 29, 2024
Introduction In the competitive world of small business, finding the right talent quickly and efficiently is crucial. An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) can be a game-changer, simplifying and enhancing recruitment. However, with many options available, choosing the right ATS can be overwhelming. This blog provides a comparative overview of the top 10 ATS software for small businesses, helping you make an informed decision.
How this HR leader supports veteran talent beyond Memorial Day
Employee Benefit News
MAY 28, 2024
At isolved, veteran-specific job postings and leadership training boost recruitment and retention.
84% of employees with summer flex options cannot always take advantage of these
Employee Benefits
MAY 30, 2024
More than four-fifths (84%) of employees who are offered summer flexibility policies cannot always take advantage of these, according to research by HR software business Dayforce. Its survey of 2,838 full-time employees in the US, Canada and UK, also found that, of those who cannot always take advantage of such policies, 30% feel too busy to take time off, 24% said there is no one to cover their work and 23% are concerned about negative perceptions from managers or colleagues.
10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit
Advertiser: Paycor
The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!
10 Best Electronic Signature Software 2024
HR Lineup
MAY 27, 2024
In an increasingly digital world, the need for efficient, secure, and legally binding methods of signing documents has never been more critical. Electronic signature software has revolutionized how businesses handle contracts, agreements, and other paperwork, making the signing process faster and more convenient. What is Electronic Signature Software?
Finalized Nursing Staff Standards Will Impact Most Long-Term Care Facilities
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
On April 22, 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a final rule that will require long-term care facilities (LTCFs) to satisfy minimum nurse staffing standards with the goal of addressing patient quality of care and safety concerns. The final rule is anticipated to result in approximately 80% of LTCFs needing to […] The post Finalized Nursing Staff Standards Will Impact Most Long-Term Care Facilities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Recruiters tell all: Red flags, resumes and the 6-second rule
Employee Benefit News
MAY 28, 2024
Recruiters share how they're managing a hyper-competitive job market, and what it takes to stand out from the pack.
What does out-of-network provider mean?
PeopleKeep
MAY 29, 2024
As medical costs continue to rise across the U.S., more healthcare consumers are seeking ways to save. And while you may not be able to control many factors that impact your healthcare costs, you can understand whether the physician you choose is “in-network” or “out-of-network”. In this article, we’ll explain what out-of-network providers are, including how they compare to in-network providers, and show you how a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) from your employer can help you cover your
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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